What Do You Know? The Second Step in the Innovation Process
Staying in the correct mindset during this phase of the innovation process can place your innovation project on the right path and prepare the team for the next step – knowing people.
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Preparing for the Internet of Things
Certain parts of government have been eager adopters of IoT technologies, while others have lagged behind. Some hesitation is certainly warranted, considering the serious security risks these devices pose. But the government has a vital role to play in our IoT society—both in wielding these technologies for the public good and in regulating them against… Read more »
Improving the Customer Experience by Storytelling with Maps
As our government continues the journey of open data and citizen engagement, finding meaningful ways to share that data and encourage interaction will only grow in importance. Maps are just one way to improve our citizens’ customer experience.
The Struggle is Real
It’s possible to have a good work-life balance. But how do you get there?
A Charity for Federal Employees? Yes.
Did you know that there’s a non-profit organization whose only purpose is to help federal employees help each other during times of distress? Did you also know that this same group provides scholarships so federal employees and their immediate family members can afford college?
Unhappy at Work? Here’s What’s Missing
It can be hard to pinpoint the root cause of unhappiness at work and harder still to know how to make that unsettled feeling go away.
The Folly of Fortifications in an Uncertain Future
Yesterday I got to play fort with my son for the first time in his young life. I loved seeing the joy in his eyes as he peered out at me from beneath the cushions on the sofa. As I watched him play, for a brief instant, I thought about how wonderful it would be… Read more »
Are Governments Exempt from Communication Best Practices?
Here are three private sector best practices that seem to be a challenge in the government.
What To Do When There’s An Audit
Do you know that feeling of dread? That empty pit in the bottom of your stomach when you are about to be scrutinized? Are you frustrated by the ‘outsiders’ who come in and don’t have a realistic view of the day to day work you do? We all face the same challenges when it comes… Read more »
4 Free Tools to Boost Your Social Media Presence
Most public organizations don’t have a lot of money to dedicate to social media. So, what are your options?