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What is the Appropriations Committee?
Congress can be complicated. Rep. Chellie Pingree (D-ME) explains what the Appropriations Committee is and how Congress funds the government every year.
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The Leader Contrary to Leadership
It is not enough to be designated as a leader to develop leadership qualities. Likewise, you don’t have to be a designated leader to engage in leadership.
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Live at the 21st Annual WIFLE Leadership Training
Each year, the WIFLE Leadership Training brings together women from across federal law enforcement for informative sessions, recruitment initiatives, and an awe-inspiring awards ceremony. This year, FEDtalk recorded live from the event in Tampa, Florida to give listeners an inside look at the event themes, presenters and sessions, guest speakers, and award winners.
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3 ways to create a work culture that brings out the best in employees | Chris White | TEDxAtlanta
Listen as Chris White of the University of Michigan’s Center for Positive Organizations discusses the best ways to promote a positive work culture and boost employee respect and morale.
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20th Annual Social Equity Leadership Conference
Join the National Academy of Public Administration (NAPA) for the 20th Annual Social Equity Leadership Conference this June 9-11! This year's theme is "Fostering Social Equity: Innovation and Change" signifying an emphasis on developing and promoting concrete actions with lasting impact.
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“5 Pillars of Effective Leadership" | Ari Zucker | TEDxGVSU
What does it take to be an effective leader? Learn five different pillars that make up the foundation of effective leadership. Whether it be in your personal or professional life, learning these skills will be useful in elevating your leadership style.
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Distance or Disconnect? Coming Together When Your Team is Apart
Please join us on April 27th for a unique event open to all federal employees and those working in the federal space. The Senior Executives Association and the Treasury Executive Institute have partnered with the Arbinger Institute to provide an insightful 90-minute discussion around leading virtually through the lens of an outward mindset.
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5 Top Management Skills: How to Be a Great Manager
Learn five skills that will make you a strong and effective leader. Incorporating these skills into your management style can increase your employees’ performance and make your workplace more efficient.
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How to Lead - Top 3 Qualities of a Great Leader and other Leadership Skills
Passion, teamwork, and social skills are three important qualities for leaders to possess in order to be effective. Learn how to bring these qualities into your workplace and put your best foot forward in both your personal and professional life.
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The Cynefin Framework
The Cynefin Framework can help executives learn new leadership styles and view things from a new and improved perspective. Cynefin is a Welsh word that suggests that multiple factors in our environment influence us in profound and impactful ways.
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Ambassador Susan Rice Provides Keynote Address for Event on Forging Future of Federal Leadership
The African American Federal Executive Association, Executive Women in Government, Senior Executives Association, and Management Concepts partnered to present “It Starts with Us: Forging the Future of Federal Leadership.” The event featured Ambassador Susan Rice, current head of the White House Domestic Policy Council, as a keynote speaker and then continued with a panel discussion on the role of leaders in increasing equity, diversity, and inclusion in the federal leadership cadre of the future.
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Biden Announces Interim Agency Heads as Confirmations Continue
President Joe Biden has announced several temporary agency heads as he awaits the confirmation of his nominees. Most of these interim leaders are career civil servants who know their agencies well. On Inauguration Day, for the first time in recent history, the president had none of his cabinet members confirmed by the Senate.
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SEA Presents: The Future of Government Leadership is Now
SEA Presents: The Future of Government Leadership is Now - a three day virtual leadership summit designed to empower participants to take ideas about the future of work and apply them today. Between the pandemic, the shift to fully remote work environments, changing economy and talent drivers, the ideas that drive how work and leadership will be handled in the future are being tested immediately. The government's leaders are being challenged to meet this new work dynamic head on - which may require different ways of thinking and being.
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Leadership Styles
Everyone has a leadership style. Learning more about your leadership style is key to being successful both personally and professionally. Find out yours!
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Leadership Through The COVID-19 Crisis
Leadership in the time of COVID-19 can be challenging. Learn how to overcome these challenges and put your best foot forward even during difficult times.
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How To Be A Leader - The 7 Great Leadership Traits
Learn the qualities and characteristics of top leaders so you can incorporate them into your own life.