Learn How to Use the Cloud for Mission-Critical Projects at the AWS Public Sector Summit

The shift in technology and move to the cloud is not like any other in our lifetime, and the speed of innovation is happening much faster than anyone anticipated. Cloud is the new normal. Every industry and all levels of government—including the U. S. federal government—are utilizing the cloud for their most complex, innovative, and… Read more »

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Algorithms and the Future of Government

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How to Be a Professional for Today’s Workforce

What defines a professional to you? Is it skills and abilities? Is it a state of mind? Is it both? Here’s how you can make sure you’re holding yourself to the standards of a true professional in today’s workforce.

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Become the Master of Meetings

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3 Women Explain How to Be a Boss

If you made it to the top of the career ladder and you’re more nervous than excited, you’re not alone. To help you combat your self-doubt, we compiled a few tips from successful female leaders that will make you more confident in your leadership.

Making the Case for Ambiguity in Government Innovation

One of the key principles of design is positive ambiguity. Learn how it can be an enabler of government innovation.

Equality is Not Treating People Equally

In order to provide equal opportunity you have treat people differently because everyone is not the same. People are unique individuals.

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The vast majority of us will have to diversify our skillset to compete and succeed in the modern workplace. Here are five creative ways to do that.

What’s the Status of Emerging Tech in Government?

At this point, it’s widely understood that emerging technology is changing how government — and the world, for that matter — operates. Sometimes the advancements feel like a flood.

3 More Bad Workplace Habits You Need to Break

In last week’s First 5 post, we touched on three bad office habits that employees need to break. Just in case you didn’t see your worst habit on the list, here are a few more to think about.

The Value of Vacation– A Chance to Unwind and Refocus

It’s easy to see that we don’t have enough down time. Why is it that so many of us can’t seem to find the time to unwind?

Mental Health in the Workplace

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Learn How to Use the Cloud for Mission-Critical Projects at the AWS Public Sector Summit

Can Agencies Keep Up With Technological Advancement?

Senior Executive Pathways: Part I

Communication Infrastructure: Smart Open Space Part 2

Your GovFem Summer Reading List

Former USDA CIO Talks IT Modernization, Leadership and Yoga

Project Management Professional Series Part 3: A Conversation with 2 Certified PMPs®

How to Make the Most of Your IoT Data

Teach What You know

Algorithms and the Future of Government

How to Be a Professional for Today’s Workforce

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