Managing an Employee with Low Resilience
Managing an employee who is under performing or engaging in misconduct can be a challenge. But mentoring these employees and helping them build resilience will often bring about better results.
Career
Does Your Agency Have a Plan for High Potential Employee Flight Risk?
Does a great employee show signs of wanting to leave? Don’t let your high potentials go that easy. Learn how you can identify flight risks and motivate future leaders to stay.
5 Times “The West Wing” Inspired My Career
There’s a good reason why the beloved show, “The West Wing” has been called “a love letter to public service.”
How to Run Brainstorming Sessions In Government: Part 1
Brainstorming in government is the name of the game. But brainstorming sessions in the form of long meetings can feel like a waste of time. Learn how to make the most of brainstorming sessions with these tips.
When Are Managers Willing to Take Risks?
The common perception is that, as a group, federal managers tend to be risk-averse. However, new research based on data from the annual federal employee viewpoint survey concludes that the answer is: it depends.
Millennial Spotlight: Finding a Good Mentor
Learn how govie Meganne Lemon found a mentor that helped her navigate the public sector.
Active Listening Happened When I Gave Them My Knees
Active listening means being both physically and mentally ready to listen. It also means exploring the other person’s words by drawing them out through the use of open-ended, thought-provoking questions.
Making Peace With Numbers: How I Overcame My Fears
Let’s face it, we all have fears and areas where we wish we were better. But here’s a new take to that question, “What’s your greatest weakness?”
Helping an Employee Who Loses a Loved One
We all experience loss at some point. How can you be a better manager to someone in the workplace?
How to Bounce Back After a Setback
Dealing with setbacks successfully is all about resilience. The ability to bounce back is what will keep you productive, positive, and strong when your personal or professional life isn’t going according to plan. What can you do to overcome a setback and move forward?