Reflections on 41+ Years of Federal Service
A public servant offers reflections on 41-plus years of life in the federal workforce (and beyond).
Posts Tagged: professional development
5 Steps to Own Your Career
Certified Executive-Level Performance Strategist Dr. Tana Session argues a few simple moves can help anyone take over the path to progress.
The Next Step in Your Intentional Career: Creating a Few Simple Values-Based Goals
Setting values-based goals is about bringing our dreams, vision and values into the physical world so they shape our careers.
Building Teams for Better Public Participation
Sound public decision-making that embraces public participation is needed at a time when trust in government is at an all-time low. You need a diverse team to improve your practices and adapt to the next big change.
Why ‘That’s Not my Job!’ Is a Non-Starter
Rather than focusing on our job description, we should look to become an asset to an organization by answering tough questions and solving complex problems.
Don’t Wait to Change!
We can discover our gifts at any time. Don’t be afraid of pursuing them. Recognize that the path to success may be crooked.
Learning to Dream Big for Your Intentional Career
Today, we’ll be taking an oft-ignored step in creating a career, because it sometimes seems too fanciful: learning how to dream as it relates to our career.
Crossing the Finish Line after 41 years, Relaxed and Calm!
You don’t need to wait 41 years before you start thinking about the second act of your life.
Cross-Pollinate Your Mind
One of the great advantages of taking on diverse activities is that it gives you the ability to exercise your mind in both familiar and new ways.
Why You Need to Track Your Time in an Intentional Career
By tracking the way you spend your time this week, you’ll get a fascinating view into where your energy at work currently lies.