Secrets from the Government C-Suite
Insights, experiences, tips and tricks for rising through the ranks of the government ladder.
Leadership
10 Tips to Make the Most of Your Mentorship
As NextGen approaches, use these 10 tips to make the most of your professional mentorships.
USDA CIO Shares Impact of IT Modernization for Customers, Employees
Self-service portals for customers, more automation and internal dashboards for business operations are some of the changes you can expect to see as USDA undergoes a massive modernization effort.
Are You a Kiss Up, Kick Down Manager?
The kiss up, kick down manager is a person who lays on the flattery to endear themselves to their superiors, yet readily intimidates and undermines their subordinates.
Why We Should Stop ‘Recognizing’ Employees and Start Appreciating Them
In many cases, recognition programs actually are backfiring and creating negative reactions among team members. In fact, the three most common reactions I receive from employees when they talk about “employee recognition” are apathy, sarcasm, and cynicism.
What Will You Experience at NextGen?
Are you wondering what NextGen was like for folks who have attended the Summit in the past? Hear directly from past attendees and speakers to help determine whether a professional development opportunity is right for you.
Communicating Appreciation Effectively When You Manage Large Groups
How do you communicate appreciation effectively when you manage large groups of employees?
The Role of Workforce Management in Agency Missions
In a recent interview with GovLoop, Rock Regan, Industry Marketing Director for the Public Sector at Kronos, explained why it’s important for agencies and their missions to ensure they’re engaging their own employees. Kronos provides digital workforce management solutions for government agencies at all levels
Public Service Recognition Week: Celebrating the Front Line of Citizen Experience
As managers look for ways to improve CX within the agencies they lead, they should keep in mind that the most effective changes come when leaders themselves demonstrate a shift in behavior, elevate their focus on improving employee and customer engagement, and prioritize CX in tangible goals and priorities
Don’t Be the Dunce, Become an Engaged Learner
In every teenage movie, there are those cool kids that sit in the back of class, texting each other and generally ignoring the teacher in the front of the room. Those cool kids are the exact opposite of an engaged learner. Engaged learners participate in the process. They listen; they don’t just hear. They activelyRead… Read more »