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Imposter syndrome, or a persistent feeling of self-doubt, has taken hold of us all at one point or another in our careers, no matter how qualified we are. During the recent NextGen Government Training Virtual Summit, guest speaker and best-selling author, Tiana Sanchez, shared her personal experiences and offered advice on overcoming imposter syndrome toRead… Read more »
A public sector or military career can seem formulaic. But that doesn’t mean you’re at the mercy of the system. There are many ways to influence and speed your career trajectory.
As a supervisor of a team of one or one hundred, time is a precious commodity. Competing priorities, hard deadlines, and management issues are all at the forefront of your day-to-day. So, how can you remain productive as a supervisor without burning out? Deadra Welcome, CPTD, CPTM, CVF, CPDC, CMLF, Founder/Principal Consultant, Concerning Learning, LLC,Read… Read more »
Meetings: love them or hate them, they are a critical part of how work gets done, and frankly – they’re not going anywhere. But we’re all busier than ever, and calendars are maxed out. It’s time to audit and streamline your meetings so everyone who attends is making the most of their time. Mary Abbajay,Read… Read more »
Sure, November is typically a busy month, with Daylight Savings wreaking havoc on us all and the hecticness of kicking off the holiday season. But making time for professional development shouldn’t get pushed to the back burner. Check out the full list of November online trainings below, and remember, all sessions are recorded — soRead… Read more »
Even the most high-performing teams can benefit from an occasional “tune-up” to ensure continued collaboration, communication and skill-building.
Modern government employees need five in-demand skills to stay relevant, said a government workforce expert at the October 2024 NextGen professional development virtual summit. Here’s what they are and why they matter.
No one is an island. Here are tips for gaining strength through the power of community, professional development, and belonging.
Making an investment in professional development training is a smart career choice, but as with any investment, you need to do your research and follow through to ensure your time and money are well spent.