These days, it seems like Google just about runs the universe. Many of us use Google ubiquitously, including Gmail for communication, Google Maps to figure out where we're heading and seek answers to life's quandaries through that familiar search page. Yet, there's another reason to... [+] Read More
Problems with federal performance management, including cumbersome and resource-draining paper performance plans, leadership problems and employee morale, engagement and retention challenges, have been well documented. Many of these problems stem from a dearth of innovation in the performance management space that has made evolution to... [+] Read More
It is understandable that adding a new set of SES performance guidelines to the other ongoing initiatives might seem overwhelming. Yet, part of this apprehension is based on either a lack of automated tools ("pen-to-paper" performance reviews) or a reliance on legacy technology that make... [+] Read More
To prepare new leaders and create a talent pipeline, organizations can take a strategic approach that begins long before leaders make their exit. A strong succession plan leverages reliable information about workers' strengths, career ambitions and potential to prepare the next generation of leaders in... [+] Read More
Employee engagement improves organisational performance, stemming from improved productivity, improved work quality and higher retention rates. If organisations can improve employee engagement, it reasons that they will be better positioned to meet their goals.... [+] Read More
At these workshops and in individual meetings with various agencies, we're putting together "personalized" blueprints for agencies to incorporate a new way of managing performance and improving employee engagement. The step-by-step approach we take with these agencies allows them to see incremental gains -- small,... [+] Read More
Acendre is dedicated to improving the way the federal government goes about attracting, hiring and developing its people.... [+] Read More
Just because "everyone" used to do something doesn't mean it was the right or smart thing to do. That's one of the good things about humanity - we often (although certainly not always) improve many aspects of our lives as the earth keeps spinning. Consumption... [+] Read More
Earlier this week, NGA.NET was delighted to host a jam-packed industry briefing and workshop for federal human capital leaders at the Partnership for Public Service. The event focused on using data analytics to strengthen and drive individual performance at attendees' agencies.... [+] Read More
Australia's demographics are changing. An aging population and a more dynamic workforce present issues to a plethora of sectors, with educational institutions in particular needing to ensure their recruitment strategies are robust and adaptable enough.... [+] Read More