Overcome Uncertainty by Embracing It
Uncertainty is so acute in my day to day interactions that it has become the new normal.
I Heard It Through the Grapevine
Many employees turn to the grapevine, also known as the rumor mill, as their main source of information. This creates gaps in communication and creates a greater opportunity for easily avoidable errors.
Encouraging and Sustaining Innovation in Government for the New Administration
Disciplined and replicable models of innovation will help new leaders drive better customer service, increase citizen engagement, deliver efficiencies and improve outcomes.
What Government Fiction Can Teach Us About Plain Language – From the Big Short to the West Wing
You may not realize it, but your favorite fiction or shows can also teach us a lot about effective government communications, and more specifically about plain language.
In Times of Change Good Managers Address Their Needs First
Being an effective manager in today’s climate means knowing how to manage through change. So how do you get started? The answer is simple – you get to know yourself first.
Government Goes to Market: Why Public Relations isn’t Enough
By taking traditional marketing concepts into account – like R.O.I. and advertising – government agencies and the communities they serve can benefit from real investment in dollars and attention.
Cybersecurity NAICS Codes Might Be Coming Soon!
Addressing concerns that federal agencies are not taking advantage of innovative cybersecurity offerings, particularly from small businesses and startups.
TSP Talk Weekly Wrap Up
Stocks were up for the week but were off their highs as they peaked intraday Wednesday after a couples days of relentless buying. Stocks sold off Thursday which continued into Friday but the dip buyers were back in play by mid-day to keep stocks in positive territory for the week. The F-fund lagged as itRead… Read more »
The Z’ers Are Coming
Move over, Millennials. There is a new generation of workers entering the workforce. They are called Generation Z’ers.
How Federal Agencies Can Make Smart Decisions about New Technology
Government can reduce costs, ramp up productivity and meet constituent expectations by leveraging new technology. Start with a focus on solving problems and better serving citizens.