Transparency and Trust are not the Same Thing
Has the availability of data and transparency of government information led to greater trust?
What Do You Know? The Second Step in the Innovation Process
Staying in the correct mindset during this phase of the innovation process can place your innovation project on the right path and prepare the team for the next step – knowing people.
Preparing for the Internet of Things
Certain parts of government have been eager adopters of IoT technologies, while others have lagged behind. Some hesitation is certainly warranted, considering the serious security risks these devices pose. But the government has a vital role to play in our IoT society—both in wielding these technologies for the public good and in regulating them against… Read more »
From Bench Scientist to Desk Champion: Transitioning to a Managerial Mindset as You Leave the Lab for Good
There often comes a time in a scientist’s career when he or she must face a difficult reality: in order to continue to grow professionally, he or she must transition from a life at the bench to a life at the desk, from managing experiments to managing people.
Improving the Customer Experience by Storytelling with Maps
As our government continues the journey of open data and citizen engagement, finding meaningful ways to share that data and encourage interaction will only grow in importance. Maps are just one way to improve our citizens’ customer experience.
Combat Complacency by Creating a Sense of Urgency
Everyone is capable of demonstrating urgency, but most organization are filled complacency. Learn for steps to create true urgency.
The Struggle is Real
It’s possible to have a good work-life balance. But how do you get there?
A Charity for Federal Employees? Yes.
Did you know that there’s a non-profit organization whose only purpose is to help federal employees help each other during times of distress? Did you also know that this same group provides scholarships so federal employees and their immediate family members can afford college?
One Key to Increasing Female Federal Hires: Deeper Understanding
It’s an unsettling fact: The percentage of female federal hires has decreased in recent years. There are a number of factors that are impacting this dynamic, and one may be the need to better understand the women that federal agencies are trying to attract.
Incarcerated in the Workplace
If you feel trapped in your job, you are not alone