The Presidential Pursuit of Happiness
EngagingCities endorses you, the American people, for the esteemed role of choosing our next President.
Are We There Yet?
Every parent has heard this from their children as we tow them along in a car, bus, plane or train during a vacation trip-are we there yet? It is a natural inclination of all human beings this insatiable desire for instant gratification. We want the best and we want it now. We are hard wiredRead… Read more »
TSP Talk Weekly Wrap Up
Stocks fell day after day this week as the election is approaching with no clear winner. There is also no telling how the market will react to a win from either candidate. On top of that, the Fed met this week and conveyed the possibility of a rate hike in December despite the poor conditionsRead… Read more »
How Law and Rhetoric Can Inform Change Management
One method of avoiding conflicts and decreasing resistance which has achieved significant critical acclaim in recent years is Verbal Judo.
Extreme Budget Makeover – Reframing Budget Communication
Regardless of whether you’re in the throes of budgeting, or you have a reprieve for another six months, here are a few guidelines to give your budget the makeover it needs to become more understandable and engaging to the public.
Cybersecurity and the Election: The Conversation We Need to Have
How can a group of individuals spread across the globe, working behind their personal computers, with no real budget, successfully take down organizations and governments with millions—sometimes billions—of dollars to spend on cybersecurity?
Get Your Game Face On: Tips on Surviving Professional Conferences
After a recent trip as an exhibitor at a professional conference promoting the career opportunities for my organization, I gained some great insight into the conference life. Here are a few tips and suggestions for your next professional conference.
Quiz: Which TV President Are You?
Happy election week! We’re just a few days out from the Big Day. Take a break from the real hype and celebrate our favorite fake presidents. Which TV president are you?
Building Bench Strength: Recognizing Leadership Potential in Your Team
Well, the World Series are over and regardless if you are an Indians or Cub fan, one thing you can say about both teams is that they have deep bench strength. They know how to identify talent and develop exceptional players worthy of a World Series ring. But can you say the same about your… Read more »
Preparing for and Combatting 21st Century Cyberthreats
If you’re a federal IT decision maker, it’s worth taking time to analyze your defenses and question your readiness to tackle new age cyberthreats.