How to Be an Authentic Thought Leader
Thought leaders are well-known experts and innovators in a particular subject, whom people turn to for insights and ideas. There’s a path to becoming an authentic, truly helpful thought leader.
Posts Tagged: professional development
Career Development is a Personal Responsibility
Responsibility for your career development starts with you. Here are five proven ways to succeed.
Are You Still an Expert? How Would You Know?
You moved from management to leadership, and you’re not sure if you’re good at it. Here are three ways to know if you’re on the right path and continuing to develop.
They Said “Great Job!”… Now What? Three Responses to Get the Feedback You Want
You just presented to a group of your colleagues and leadership and hear “great job” as they leave the room. How do you respond? The wrong answer ultimately may hurt you.
How to Make Diversity, Equity and Inclusion Real at Your Agency
Last year’s executive order on diversity, equity and inclusion in federal agencies built on a history of efforts at nondiscrimination. But sometimes those efforts get bogged down. Here’s how to change that — and make diversity, equity and inclusion a reality at your agency.
Recognize Habits That Hold Us All Back
Today’s problems with gender equity won’t be solved without new ways to get past ingrained mindsets. Here’s how to do that.
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How to Handle a Career Setback
At any given time in your career, you will experience a career setback. Even individuals at the top of their game will inevitably suffer a workplace obstacle. How you respond to setbacks determines and defines your job future.
9 Simple Ways to Show Kindness to Your Employees
Kindness might seem like a popular buzzword these days, but maybe it’s because there is something extraordinary about it. Maybe it’s because even the smallest act can change someone’s entire day. Show some kindness to your employees with these nine simple ideas.
Your Mindset Matters — Learn to Grow
Have you ever heard of a growth mindset vs. a fixed mindset? Having a growth mindset allows you to embrace challenges, and it encourages a drive to learn more. Here are easy ways to develop it.