The Greatest Management Tool Ever*
A logic model, or log frame, or conceptual framework, is a graphic representation that depicts how an organization’s or program’s goals are related to its inputs, activities, outputs, and outcomes.
What Do Millennials Want In A Boss? Conversation and Coaching Top the List
When it comes to bosses, millennials aren’t looking for a top-down manager. According to a recent study by Gallup, they are looking for coaches — somebody who will help develop their skills.
How I Launched a Government Website
After about 70 days of interviewing departments, creating content, uploading files, developing online forms and a whole lot of refining, we launched a beta version of the new San Rafael website. Here’s what I learned.
How to Keep Your Cool During the Presidential Transition
While employees may be distracted and preoccupied with the election and inevitable fallout afterward, it’s crucial to maintain a sense of clarity in terms of your team’s expectations.
Do Not Maintain Course and Speed – Innovate!
Many organizations just don’t know how to transform innovation into a repeatable practice. If done correctly, innovation can become a measured, systemic process – and this framework can help you get there.
Collaborating in a Data Ecosystem
In biological ecosystems, plants and animals rely on each other to spread energy throughout their ecosystems. Local governments increasingly are coming out of their silos and working together, sometimes in the form of collaboratives to bring people together to solve problems using data.
The Magic of Disney in Ottawa County
What does the imaginative Disney have to do with government? A lot more than you think. Learn how Ottawa County is using the Disney way to deliver better customer service.
The October GovFem Reading List
Let’s be honest. Even disregarding the Halloween madness of October, this month has been a little scary for women. Disparaging remarks against women have made headlines and really bummed me out. So this month, I’m focusing the reading list on positive news for women. I could use a little pick-me-up and I’m sure you could,… Read more »
What Should You Do If You Hate Your Boss?
Consider this scenario: You dread going into work not because of your daily tasks, but because you can’t stand your manager. Many of us have been there at one point in time.
Make Sure Your Cloud Is Living Up to Its Promises
If you’ve already begun investing in cloud services, or doing the due diligence to select the right cloud, it may be time for a check-up to make sure your investments not only support your needs today, but will continue to scale into the future.