Time Is Precious. Use It Wisely.
We often treat time as though it’s infinite. What if we thought of life as a carefully laid out Project Plan? We could use it better.
Career
How to Be Productive Without Burning Out
For better or worse, output is generally considered a key indicator of productivity at work. But when all the focus goes into how much work we’re getting done, burnout is an obvious consequence. As supervisors, this can be a very difficult thing to manage. How can you lead an effective team that meets goals andRead… Read more »
Why Self-Management Is the Key to Effective Leadership
If you can’t manage yourself, you’ll eventually lose the right to manage others. Here are some tips to improve your self-management skills.
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.
Overcoming Talent Retention Challenges in Today’s Workforce
This year, it’s particularly important for people-leaders in government to know what employees value. Learn how to understand and invest in what workers are looking for.
Featured Contributors Lift Up Public Service
In honor of Public Service Recognition Week, we’re sharing the thoughts of some of our Featured Contributors about the value — and values — of public servants.
Leveraging AI to Transform Your Federal Resume for the Private Sector
Learn how one military veteran’s “entry-level” resume landed them a senior position. Translate your government expertise into corporate success.
The Power of Communication
Communication is considered a vital “soft skill” in the workplace — one of the most challenging skills to wield effectively. Why is it so important? And how can it improve an agency’s internal customer service?
Living the Values of Public Service Recognition Week Amidst Change
Public Service Recognition Week is an important opportunity to recognize and value public servants across the country, particularly during times of change. Here are tips on navigating the evolving work environment together.
May Online Training Opportunities
May we interest you in some great online training topics this month? From implementing chatbots to conquering time management, there’s a lot of free professional development opportunities to empower you as a public servant, including the NextGen Government Training Virtual Summit. Check out the available sessions below, and don’t forget to register even if youRead… Read more »