Diversity and Inclusion: Toxic for Women Leaders
Women and women of color who promoted the employment of other women and people of color got lower evaluation scores than white men who supported the hiring of identical groups.
The Sky is the Limit — How Agencies Can Soar by Embracing the Cloud
Today, agencies have every reason to think “Cloud First.” By embracing the cloud and everything it has to offer, they immediately reap the rewards of budget savings, boosted efficiencies and heightened security.
The Keys to Unified Talent Management
“Did you know that approximately 10,000 people will retire each day? This means 43 percent of the current workforce will retire in the next decade,” stated Steve Dobberowsky, Principal, Thought Leadership & Advisory Services at Cornerstone. There are many challenges that agencies face today, such as shrinking budgets and the Baby Boomer retirements. So, howRead… Read more »
Open Data, Open Conversation
Read how the city of Phoenix is opening up dialogue within their community through open data initiatives.
Cook County Takes An Organizational Approach to Cybersecurity
It’s hard to imagine that just a few years ago Cook County, Ill., – the second most populous county in the country – had no centralized management strategy or directive for its various agencies’ IT security protocols and tools. Today, the county has both a central security office within its Department of Homeland Security and… Read more »
Government Gone Agile: How “Agile Management” Can Enhance Agency Success
With the coming change in Administrations, solidifying agile as an effective and go-to approach will help to strengthen the management of programs, both now and in the future.
What Will People Think Phobia
Think back to when you were in kindergarten. Do you remember when the teacher asked a question? The entire class would raise their hand and blurt out the first thing that entered their minds. They did not worry about what others thought of their comments. They spoke from their hearts. When was the last time… Read more »
Don’t Stop Learning: Steps for Pursuing Continued Education
The band Journey tells us to never stop believing. Well, I think we should never stop learning. While everyone can benefit from continued education and training, it is especially important for millennials to build the resource and skill sets necessary to advance in the public sector.
6 Ways Leaders Can Improve Their Writing
Writing is communication, and communication is key for any leader. Here are six ways you can begin to improve your writing today, and in turn, open new doors for leadership opportunities.
3 Ways Governments Can Better Manage Their Finances
There’s no question that the cards are stacked against cash-strapped municipalities, but it certainly isn’t impossible for them to get back on track.