Why I Love Bureaucracy: Why We Should All Love It
It is a mindful bureaucracy that responds to and addresses real needs and eagerly welcomes challenges and tests over time.
Leadership
See What All the Buzz is About – NextGen Leadership Program
For the past seven years, GovLoop has run our NextGen Leadership Program. The six-month program is designed to help government employees unlock their leadership potential to get to the next step in their careers. In order to achieve that goal, govies are paired with a mentor, participate in multiple online trainings on everything fromthe StrengthsFinders AssessmentRead… Read more »
How to Tame Your Schedule and Find White Space
Getting schedules under control means finding time to breathe and find the white spaces.
3 Leadership Tips for Driving Innovation in Government
If asked to name innovative organizations, how many government entities spring to mind? Not enough. This does not mean, however, that there is a shortage of innovation in government.
An Open Door Policy Requires an Open Mind Policy
Leaders often claim they have an open door policy. For this to be effective, they must also have an open mind policy.
Don’t Sacrifice Training in Tight Budget Times
Training budgets are often seen as nice-to-haves. But at a time when agencies are expected to increase performance while reducing the size and cost of their workforce, training is a necessity.
What to Do to Not Feel So Helpless
When facing extremely negative circumstances, your ability to make a difference can seem inadequate. This resulting sense of helplessness can cause you to freeze up and do nothing. Don’t give up. There are actions you can take so you don’t feel so helpless.
10 Inspirational Movies for Government Leaders
This list of movies is a must-see for govies!
Give Teams Intriguing Puzzles to Solve: Part 3
How can a leader start down the path of becoming a challenger? Our research showed that it starts with a very simple question every leader should consider: “What hard thing is my team capable of?”
How You Can Set the Tone for 2018
How you can start 2018 in a positive light and keep your staff moving forward.