Posts By Dr. Rhonda Farrell

Public Service Reboot: Cultivating Resilience in the Face of Burnout

Burnout is still a leading concern for government employees. Explore how agencies are embedding resilience strategies into their operations, and learn about programs that support mental health, peer connection, and team culture, so that teams bounce back without burning out.

Regulatory Tech: How AI Is Shaping the Next Era of Compliance in Government

Artificial intelligence is revolutionizing government compliance efforts, through real-time monitoring, automated audits, and enhanced accuracy. As agencies deal with resource constraints, AI offers a strategic path forward.

From Data to Decisions: Building a Public-Sector Culture of Evidence

As public agencies face mounting demands to justify funding, improve performance, and build public trust, cultivating a culture of evidence is no longer optional. Governments at all levels can embed evidence-based practices into their operations to drive decision-making, support ongoing improvement, and deliver outcomes that matter.

Digital Twin Cities: How Local Governments Are Using Simulations to Shape Smarter Communities

Local governments are leveraging digital twin technology to build smarter, more resilient communities. By creating real-time simulations of infrastructure, traffic, zoning, and emergency response systems, cities are transforming how they plan, manage, and invest in public services — all while maximizing the value of shrinking public funds.

Leading Through Change: A Survival Guide for Government Executives

Today’s government executives aren’t just leading teams — they’re navigating obstacle courses of policy shifts, emerging technologies, and budget gymnastics. Here’s how to future-proof your leadership strategy (and maybe even enjoy the ride).

Harnessing Lean Enterprise and Continuous Innovation: How to Avoid Being the Next Organizational Dinosaur

In today’s fast-paced world, clinging to outdated processes is a fast track to organizational irrelevance. For government executives, embracing lean enterprise principles and continuous innovation isn’t just a nice-to-have—it’s essential for driving impact, efficiency, and public trust.

Career GPS: How to Navigate Change Without Losing Your Mind (or Your Momentum)

Change is inevitable, but career derailment isn’t. This article gives government executives a toolkit for navigating transitions — whether it’s a leadership shakeup, policy shift, or that mysterious reorg nobody fully explained. Learn how to turn disruption into your next big opportunity.