Caraher admitted that there are many people in the workforce who are less enthusiastic about millennials, especially as they relate to the workplace. For those people, the M word represents a dangerous and distressing force that is infiltrating the traditions of work and government.
Stress manifests itself in a variety of ways — from illness to grumpiness to self-isolation — and too often it can get in the way of a government worker who wants to be an effective leader and change agent. Therefore it’s important to try to diminish it — and with diminished stress comes better health, wellness and even motivation and ability to lead.
“Be your best self. You don’t have to compare yourself to anybody else in the workplace.”
“I was a government contractor for over five years before flipping to a Fed back in 2009,” said Hernandez. “Since then, I’ve been promoted every year I’ve been eligible, received multiple annual leave and cash awards, and performed details with high level offices.”
It’s important to remember that in an “everyone leads” office, there is no room for smallness, De Sio explained. This means that everyone involved has to be prepared to lead all the time. Breaking down silos is also key. Giving folks the ability to tear down walls — whether physical or metaphorical — is critical for success.
Personal change usually precedes organizational change. Jeff Beals argues that employees have a moral obligation to use their gifts and talents–and the power of their personal brands–to help their organizations do better.
The story of defending America with sticky notes, or why government needs a generation of young innovators to spread design thinking, tells the story of a small group of young govies who set out to bring innovative ideas and creative processes to the Pentagon.
Friends, comrades, colleagues. Your professional network is about to get so much bigger at NextGen 2015. Here’s a snapshot of who’s attending.
NextGen is a highlight of the year! Here’s our Top 10 rundown of what you’ll experience this year.
Proud to announce the ‘NextGen 30’, this year’s finalists for the 5th Annual NextGen Public Service Awards for superior public service and achievement.
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2015 NextGen Exemplary Leader Winner
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