Riding the Waves of Change in Your Government Career Like a Ronin
Ronins were masterless samurais in feudal Japan — and, it turns out, are excellent models for navigating uncertain job markets in contemporary culture.
Reading List
Make Work More Enjoyable by Being Yourself
Strive to be authentic, because if you want to be the best, you need to be yourself.
How Galileo Can Help You Discover a Career Outlet
You are meant to make an impact in a big way. Use these lessons from history as a guide to share your brilliance with those who would value it.
The Little Things Matter
As I draw ever closer to my big retirement day, people keep asking me about what I’ve learned along the way. My answer is the little things matter!
No One of Us Is as Smart as All of Us
“Alone, we can do so little; together, we can do so much.” Helen Keller spoke this line. How amazing that words from the 1920s are so relevant today.
Why Kindness Counts in Leadership
There are no characteristics more influential in a leader than kindness and strength. Lead with kindness to foster the most productive workforce.
What Does Your Conscience Say? Be Your Own Jiminy Cricket
Is there a way to practice political savvy and remain true to our ethics and morals? As we encounter situations, we must understand it is not an either/or.
New Year, New Books
You may have had a New Year’s resolution planned since Halloween, or you might not have come to a resolution about what you’ll eat for dinner tonight. Whether you are the first person or the last, professional development books can motivate you for 2021. Here are five books to ring in the New Year.
End of the Year Checklist: Setting Up 2021 for Success
The past year has led to constant changes in our work, but it doesn’t mean we can’t end on a good foot. Here is a checklist to set up 2021 for success.
7 Professional Development Books That Will Jingle Your Bells
Count down to the holidays with GovLoop and NextGen and find out which professional development reads will make your future career days merry and bright.