The Basics of Assertive Communication
Here’s how to be assertive, not aggressive, to create ‘win-win’ outcomes at work.
Why You Should Treat Your Job Like an Internship
Interns take jobs to learn new skills. Here’s how thinking like an intern can help you learn more and stay motivated.
Why Job Rotations are Vital to the Senior Executive Service
We make the case for why SESers need job rotations to grow professionally and prepare to meet the government’s most pressing needs.
How to Pursue Public Service Without a Plan
It’s ok to not have your career all figured out from the get-go. Just take Hudson Hollister’s, founder of the Data Coalition’s word for it.
NextGen Registration Is Open
Register by January 31st to lock in the best price for the NextGen Training Summit, taking place August 1-2 in Washington, D.C.
Managing Finances and Low Pay as a Millennial
We all know you don’t go into government for the money. Here are tips to help manage your finances.
How to Network if You’re Shy
Hating networking doesn’t mean you can avoid it. Here’s how to make it easier.
5 Millennial Goals for 2016
Start with these five goals as your springboard for 2016.
An Intro to Design Thinking for Government
Follow these 9 steps to get an interactive, quick introduction to design-thinking.
New Quiz! Obi-Wan, Yoda, or Darth Vader: What’s Your Leadership Style?
Even though they take place in a galaxy far, far away, there’s a lot to learn about leadership from the Star Wars movies.
How to Take the First Step and Start Something New
With so much to do, how do you make the mental space to start something new?
Do You Know How to Lead Your Leader?
Four tips to managing up and be a 360 degree leader.
Make These Leadership Resolutions for 2016
Being a better leader is easier than your typical gym/diet resolutions.
Creating and Maintaining Workplace Harmony
“Peace is not the absence of conflict; it is the ability to handle conflict by peaceful means.” –Ronald Reagan
How to Get the Most out of LinkedIn
Use your profile and site features to shine (and land your next job).
3 Tips to Take Charge of Your Career
Here are three tips to take if your career is stagnating.
What Are Your Employees Really Wishing for this Holiday Season
Almost 60% of U.S. employees are not engaged in their work. Here’s your employee’s workplace holiday wishlist.
How to Rock the Holiday Office Party
Follow these 7 do’s and don’ts to avoid embarrassment at your work holiday party. Hint, easy on the alcohol!
5 Steps to Determine Employee Leadership Potential
Government doesn’t have the luxury to buy their talent so they must harness it from within. Take these 5 steps to determine who has leadership potential.
Can You Help a Low-Performing Employee Improve?
At some point during their careers, most managers will face the difficult task of dealing with an employee who consistently falls short of goals.
