Find out how leveraging a strategic plan can help articulate purpose and drive productivity, and explore the latent power of strategic planning beyond just producing a document.
Being a leader is tough, and sometimes it’s difficult to move people in the direction you want to go. But remember: People are complex and flawed and need to feel loved and respected. And there probably are days when you’re difficult, too.
Last month, Governing magazine released an article on the biggest issues to watch in 2023, and budgets made the top of the list. The article highlighted many reasons for optimism about the financial health of most governments — many of which are seeing surpluses — but it carried a cautionary tone and conveyed a scarcityRead… Read more »
The workplace can be tough, and it can be hard to prove your value to managers and co-workers, especially as you’re climbing the ranks of government. Need some ideas? Here’s point-by-point guidance from a government expert in the know.
As I draw ever closer to my big retirement day, people keep asking me about what I’ve learned along the way. My answer is the little things matter!
Why is your agency still using on-premises hardware and software? It’s easy to see you should be migrating to the cloud.
Money’s not the prime motivator for keeping employees. Challenge them, support them, and recognize for their achievements if you want them to stay.
Data initiatives are on the rise. Here’s how governments of any size can get started leveraging their data.
Leadership development is critically important for an organization’ success, and developing a succession plan helps put strong talent in key positions.
Here are 10 steps to navigating your federal agency no matter what rank you have in your professional career and where you want to head next.