Why You Should and Shouldn’t Care About the GovTech 100
It’s no secret that civic tech has often been overlooked by the mainstream dotcom circles. But, the tide is changing. New, innovative startups are propping up at a rapid pace.
Government Reorganization 2016: No Magic Wand
Bipartisan legislation was introduced last year to create a board that would make recommendations to “transform” government. With public trust in government at an all-time low, is there an appetite to act?
A Look at Peer-Review Panels for Grants
Ever wonder how government and foundations choose who gets funded? Take a quick look at the peer-review process.
Serendipity and Success
Remember the people you meet throughout your career. There will be people who are amazing influences on your life beyond helping you in your career.
A More Perfect Union: PowerPoints and Training Materials
Good news: you do not have to be a full-time professional trainer to produce PowerPoints and training materials that coordinate well with one another. Here are a few tips that will help.
Own Your Media: 3 Reasons Everyone Needs a Blog
Blogs can instantly become the “hub” of your content strategy. Every story is easy to share and becomes a Facebook post, tweet or newsletter link that drives traffic back to your blog.
3 Steps to Agile Communications
By adapting your communication methods as you go along using an agile approach, you can make sure everyone is on the same page. Want to try agile communications at your agency or organization? Here are some steps to take.
Suffering From Imposter Syndrome
According to the Center for Creative Leadership, 60% of successful professionals will suffer from imposter syndrome at some point in their career.
Customers: Where Usability and Plain Language Intersect
The only way to test if content is usable or plain is to test it. It’s not the writer or editor–or the program manager–who determines whether content is plain or usable; it’s the user.
Snapchat for Government: The Basics
The White House wasn’t the first and certainly won’t be the last government agency to join Snapchat. What do agencies need to know about snapping about public service?