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Examine effective leadership practices that foster trust and morale among team members. Our team of experts leading our D.C. programs share ways to apply enduring principles, particularly during periods of change.
Supporting public service professionals who want to grow in their careers and nurturing their passion for public service throughout the year.
There is a significant connection between authentic leadership and team building. Discover how to reach your full leadership potential by enhancing your capacity for authenticity, and explore the essential competencies required for authentic leadership.
While public organizations are competing for the best and brightest student workers, students are looking for placements that will prepare them for their future careers. Follow these tips to recruit and mentor the best interns while ensuring your team achieves its goals.
Building a culture that is supportive to veteran and military employees, specifically during the transition from military to civilian life, can be transformational for a mission-driven organization. Learn the steps to create a successful VERG and how to leverage that success for unique benefits.
Sophia Fifner shares how meaningful dialogue can transform your community by breaking down barriers, building trust and fostering collective action. This article offers practical steps and inspiring examples to help you turn everyday conversations into powerful tools for positive change.
Public sector organizations must ensure the right people are in place to deliver high-quality services to the public. Learn the steps to implement strategic workforce planning, identify critical roles and develop talent pipelines.
Stop waiting for a promotion, a title change or instruction from your boss. You already have the ability to lead, inspire and influence those around you — but you must start internally. Brandi Braun AL-Issa, MPA graduate and Glenn College instructor, shares her unique perspective on leadership: Lead yourself first to become the most effective leader you can be.
Veterans and active duty and reserve service members are resilient, service-driven, adaptable and often called to leadership. Organizations should deliberately create an environment that fosters a smooth transition from military to civilian service.
Organizations that invest in the development of their team members attract more committed employees and increase retention rates. The data shows that when you prioritize skill and leadership training, your workforce is more engaged and productive.
Tayo Switzer, owner of Leadership 6 Consulting and Glenn College instructor, has over 20 years of experience coaching senior executives to be the best leaders possible for their teams and organizations. He shares five critical behaviors for leaders in mission-driven organizations and tips for implementation.
Amidst today’s workforce challenges, how can we find — and retain — employees in public service and administration?