Using Incentives to Increase the Number of Survey Respondents

Offering incentives can increase the number of survey responses you receive, but some incentives are more effective than others, and there are drawbacks.

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In today’s fast-paced world, clinging to outdated processes is a fast track to organizational irrelevance.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.

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New Approaches for Time Management

We’ve never been more distracted. Incessant notifications, emails, calls, pings, deadlines, meetings, and competing priorities make staying focused nearly impossible. Yet, as a supervisor, it’s crucial to manage these distractions while meeting team objectives. The key is to master time management. Much like our learning styles, there is no one-size-fits-all approach to managing our workloadsRead… Read more »

Remote Workers Need Better-Than-Average Writing Skills

Learn why remote workers need better-than-average writing skills and, specifically, which three writing skills make all the difference.

Beyond “Checking the Box:” Leading — and Measuring — Non-linear Change

Getting people to adapt to change isn’t always a linear process. Here are some reminders of how to accept — and measure progress anyway.

Burnout in Government Work Isn’t Personal — It’s Organizational

Burnout doesn’t have to be part of the job. Government leaders can change the culture and lead with sustainability, not stress.

Navigating Uncertainty With Your Mission in Mind

Government workers hope to stand out. But those efforts can also prompt negative internal politics. Here are some expert tips on how to walk that line.