Is the Shutdown Your Sign to Pivot, Again?
What do you want to change while you are waiting for the shutdown to end? This could be a good time for self-reflection.
Workplace
“Worst Practices” When Working With Autistic Employees – Part 1
Autistic employees have much to offer the organizations they work for, but their talents and challenges often are misunderstood. Read on to learn about the obstacles that autistic workers face and how to treat these employees with sensitivity and fairness.
Technical Advisory or Architecture Board: Which One Is Right for You?
Technical advisory boards and architecture boards differ in their functions, but they each can help organizations. Learn how, so you can review your organization and see which model would be a greater asset.
How a Financial Wellness Benefit Helps Both Agencies and Employees
In this video interview, Lindsay Casel with DailyPay explores the advantages of financial benefits programs, for both agencies and their employees.
It’s Time to Break Out at NextGen
The NextGen Government Training Virtual Summit is just around the corner, and it’s time to start thinking about which breakout sessions you’d like to attend! During the free, all-day online professional development seminar on Wednesday, Oct. 22 from 10 a.m.-4 p.m. ET/7 a.m.-1 p.m. PT, there are two opportunities to attend breakout sessions, with topicsRead… Read more »
Standing Together Through Shutdown Uncertainty
With a federal government shutdown on the horizon, GovLoop’s General Manager & Vice President Doug Mashkuri offers a few words of support, and links to helpful resources.
How Empathy Can Improve CX
In virtually every aspect of life, a little empathy can go a long way. This is especially true when we think about how government agencies and their employees interact with constituents. Services, apps, processes, forms, and outreach — core elements of CX programs — can all be improved when approached with an empathetic mindset. ReadRead… Read more »
Engaging an Unengaged Team
As the dog days of summer roll in, you might notice your team being a little slower to respond, or maybe a bit checked out during meetings. This dip in engagement is quite common this time of year, but as supervisors, it is essential to manage and support the team’s productivity and output. So howRead… Read more »
September’s Online Training Schedule
School is back in session, and kids aren’t the only ones who’ll have the opportunity to learn new things this month. September’s online training line-up is ready, and we’ve got topics to pique your interest; from acquiring softer skillsets like including empathy in CX to learning the latest data security strategies. Take a look atRead… Read more »
MEI — Or Just MEH?
EO 14173 will transform workplace culture. These strategies elevate merit, excellence, and initiative over popularity, mediocrity, and complacency.