Stop Complaining About Federal Hiring and Fix it
November 12, 2018
It’s not an insurmountable problem. As I walk the halls of many agencies the two biggest complaints I hear are: “It takes too long to hire people” and “I can’t get top talent.” In fact, these…
A Novel Concept for Fiscal Reform
August 29, 2018
A Call for a National Summit Without fiscal reform, our demise may be certain. While I am not an economist (my expertise lies in organizational effectiveness), I know many factors contribute to…
Being a Federal Employee, Simplified
August 15, 2018
For years I have read articles, listened to the pundits and politicians, and overheard many water cooler conversations about the lack of performance and accountability in federal agencies, the poor…
How Agencies Should Prep for Artificial Intelligence
June 1, 2018
Here are the opportunities and requirements for success. Artificial intelligence refers to the ability of computers systems to perform tasks that normally require human intellect and judgment. Also…
Do Your Programs Still Fit?
May 9, 2018
Perhaps you should try them on for size.From Grace Commissions to the National Performance Reviews (NPR) to Presidents Management Agendas (PMAs) to the Government Performance Results Modernization…
How Sharing Could Accelerate Reform
April 24, 2018
Active best practice sharing across government makes things better, faster, and cheaper.You know the old adage, you learned how to share in kindergarten and this skill should carry you through life.…
Imagine the Possibilities of Real HR Reform
April 12, 2018
Most discussions about improving federal personnel management turn to civil service reform, employee engagement, performance management, FEVS scores, workforce planning, and strategic partnering.…
Disruption Is Necessary to Change Government
April 4, 2018
What often feels disruptive brings a new normal. Historically the term disruption was used to describe turmoil or disorder in a system, culture, or group. Today the term is used to identify…
How to Respond to the President’s Management Agenda
April 3, 2018
With change comes opportunity.The White House Office of Management and Budget’s recent release of President Trump’s management agenda calls for modernizing government through technology, data, and…
Modernizing Government for the 21st Century
March 20, 2018
Click here to view the full PDF. Supported by Modern Information Technology Data, Accountability, Transparency Effective and Strong Workforce PMA Outcomes Delivering Mission Outcomes Providing…