How Federal Government Can Operate Virtually

Telework is not a thing. It’s a means to an end. The real conversation needs to be about the federal government operating in a fully virtual environment.

How to Keep Positive in the Midst of Change at Work

How do we keep positive when the future is uncertain, and it’s hard to see through the haze?

How to Get Started with Data Analytics

To craft a sustainable business case for analytics, you need to accomplish three fundamental milestones.

You’ve Got This! How to Put Fear of Failure in Its Place

May we be less terrified and more inspired as we dance into our future.

Keep It Simple: Innovation and Regulation Can Coexist

Retired Air Force Lt. Col. Dan Ward has made a bit of a name for himself as a leading thinker in terms of pushing and supporting innovation within the typically slow-moving world of federal acquisition. The author of two books, Ward has advocated loudly and eloquently for pushing for speed and simplicity in procurement, andRead… Read more »

GSA Continues to Develop Health IT Service Offerings

Given the wide range of activities, and agencies’ desire for Health IT accessibility, the government is in an optimal position to improve healthcare and reduce costs through the secure use of information technology–making Health IT a valuable and strategic market for GSA.

7 Ways to Encourage Employee Autonomy

Consider using some of these tips to encourage your staff to find and use their voice.

Competency-Based Learning: It’s As Easy As 1-2-3!

This past Tuesday, I filled in for one of my teammates as a substitute instructor. The class was a soft skills class regarding how to complete an annual Individual Development Plan or IDP. I really enjoyed the interaction with all of the students, as always, but I also was reminded how well competency-based learning works.Read… Read more »

Improving the Image of the Child Support Program

All communication is marketing, because all communication sends a message. And lack of communication sends a message – just as strong, if not stronger.

Don’t Front, You Know You Need a Mentor

Consider for a moment the folks you admire. The individuals you deem respectable. Do you ever wonder how they came to be an effective communicator or leader? Who helped them along the way? They might tell you the same thing. They had mentors.