Drive Employee Engagement With This One Simple Idea

The most effective way to create engagement I’ve discovered involves establishing “Passion Projects.”

Encouraging and Sustaining Innovation in Government for the New Administration (Part II)

Innovation can be a critical tool for the next administration to achieve presidential priorities and improve government operations.

Here’s What Govies Love About NextGen

You’ve probably heard about the Next Generation of Government Training Summit taking place this summer on August 1st and 2nd. But have you heard what past attendees are saying about their experiences at the summit? Trust us, if you’re interested in attending the summit this year (and you should be!), these testimonials will be musicRead… Read more »

I Heard It Through the Grapevine

Many employees turn to the grapevine, also known as the rumor mill, as their main source of information. This creates gaps in communication and creates a greater opportunity for easily avoidable errors.

In Times of Change Good Managers Address Their Needs First

Being an effective manager in today’s climate means knowing how to manage through change. So how do you get started? The answer is simple – you get to know yourself first.

The Best State and Local Government Conferences

If you’ve been looking for events that can expand your education, connect you to new people, and boost your career, this list of conferences is for you.

How to Drive Change in Government

GovLoop’s annual Virtual Summit is all about inspiring innovation in the public sector. But how exactly do you do that in a government known for endless paper trails and daunting bureaucracies?

Effective Leadership

In search and rescue, as in business, people are the most valuable asset. A good leader puts people first and cares about each team member.

The Next White House Should Create an Enterprise Government

By using an enterprise-wide view of how the government can work, the next president may be more effective in getting large-scale initiatives underway and successfully completed.

Meetings: Native Style

Try the council circle practice at your next staff meeting. You will create more honest discussions, realize increased efficiencies and build increased engagement while getting meaningful work accomplished.