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Your Work Matters; Make Sure Others Know Why
You’ll need a compelling story if you want a new administration to take your program seriously.
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Predicting the Future May Be Easier Than You Think
There’s a science to forecasting uncertain events. Agencies would benefit from learning about it.
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This Book Upends Everything We Thought We Knew About Where Grit Comes From and How to Get It
Teaching grit is tricky.
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10 Ways to Foster Relationships in 10 Minutes or Less
Many leaders don’t take time to nurture relationships with their stakeholders. That’s a mistake.
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Slow Down: You're Probably Screwing Up
It is possible to be both happier and more productive.
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Why Do So Many Feds Shun the Senior Executive Service?
Large numbers of federal employees are opting not to apply for top federal positions, despite the higher salaries they would earn.
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12 Things Employers Can Do to Improve Gender Equality in the Workplace
Organizations should rethink how they hire, manage and promote.
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Susan Cain, the World’s Leading Introvert Expert, On How to Thrive in an Open-office World
The modern workplace is designed for extroverts–but introverts can make it work for them.
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There’s a Powerful Hack to Remember Something New You've Just Learned
Our brains might be supercomputers, but they still can't store information like hard drives can.
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People Are Falling in Love with a Productivity System That Just Uses Pen and Paper
The no-frills (and free) Bullet Journal system is taking the world by storm.
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Criminals Steal Billions From Government Every Year; Here’s How to Prevent It
A risk-management framework is an essential starting point.
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Make Room, Introverts—Everyone Needs Time to Recharge
A new study suggests that socializing is always tiring, regardless of personality.
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When It Comes to Workplace Noise, Millennials Can't Even
A new survey finds that fewer distractions outweigh freebies among young workers.
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What Government Could Learn from the Golden State Warriors
Organizations get the results they’re designed to get.
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WHO: Coffee Is Good For You
New guidelines from the World Health Organization say drinking coffee may prevent cancer, and represent the latest in a long debate over the harms and benefits of a beloved beverage.
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If You’re Looking For a Job, Don't Ask Your Friends
Contrary to received wisdom, most social science research suggests that you are better off asking acquaintances.
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If You Want To Be a Better Person, Find Something To Do Outside of Work
Our hobbies tell a great deal about us and our world.
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Five Things You Need to Know About the Security Clearance Process
Over the past several years, navigating the clearance process has become a roller coaster ride.
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An Inability to Form a Routine is a Warning Sign That Something Deeper is Wrong
Having a routine is extremely critical to creating success.
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