Creating an Individual Development Plan
Individual development plans allow us to assess what we’d like to achieve and improve. Here’s how to create an effective one.
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The Future of Workforce and Payroll Management
Even if legacy systems still do the job, modern systems offer so much more. Think about the difference between an old flip phone and a new smartphone.
USDS, OPM Test New Ideas for Improving Hiring Outcomes
U.S. Digital Service (USDS) and the Office of Personnel Management (OPM) have partnered to test hiring pilots. So far, agencies have positive feedback.
In Recruiting Wars, Agencies Should Play to Their Strengths
For state and local governments, recruiting and hiring are always a challenge. But that’s not to say it’s hopeless. To learn more, GovLoop spoke with the Director of Research at the Center for State and Local Government Excellence.
3 Ways to Prepare for the Future of Government Work
Agencies that prioritize a culture of continuous learning, emotional intelligence and modern hiring practices are in the best position to adapt and excel.
Tennessee Keeps Workforce Connected and Mentally Healthy
The pandemic and its repercussions have magnified the importance of mental health. The crisis has accelerated a work-from-anywhere environment, as well as the need to help isolated, distributed employees stay mentally healthy.
Soft Skills Training for a Stronger Police Force
A lack of empathy training or awareness can lead to a breakdown in communication and can make the difference between a positive and negative encounter.
Tackling Telework in State & Local Government
Reacting is what IT managers did in March. Now, they are taking a step back to reassess the planning element with the benefit of recent lessons learned.
How Is Government Modernizing Recruiting?
Agencies are running with the wrenches thrown at them by modernizing how they recruit and hire talent during the pandemic.
COVID-19: Lessons Learned About Workforce Behavior
Behavioral data analyzes behavior using cognitive, cultural and other related information. Here are three lessons learned from the COVID-19 about this data.