In order to begin the change process, it’s important to understand that there are hidden dynamics that prevent change. It is very hard to bring significant change without changes in individual behaviors. When we ask people to change their behaviors we ask them to change the meaning they give to those behaviors as well. That’s hard to do without considering ... Read More
2020 and the years leading up to it have created a very divisive and politically challenging environment for a number of Federal employees. With shifting priorities, Agency consolidation recommendations, budget reductions, resignations of key senior administration officials coupled with a significant increase in departures of senior executive servants, Government employees find it sometimes difficult to remain focused on accomplishing their ... Read More
If there was ever a time when the world needs to think out of the box, it is most certainly now! “Think out of the box" is a common phrase used to encourage creativity or new thinking. But what exactly is “the box”? And how do you think outside it? Thinking IN the box isn’t inherently bad. It’s unconscious patterns ... Read More
The Plain Writing Act of 2010 requires that government employees write public documents in a clear and well-organized manner. Under short deadlines, government employees need to be able to create documents that are correct, complete, and concise. During this session, the instructors will demonstrate techniques that will help employees draft documents under pressure. Outcomes - After completing the course, participants ... Read More
Think back to March 2020 when we heard the words, coronavirus, COVID-19. Then we had to face the new realities of working from home, temporary unemployment, home-schooling our children, and the lack of physical contact with other family members, friends and colleagues. It is no doubt that our mental, as well as our physical health may have been affected. We probably experienced ... Read More
This interactive presentation is designed to help Federal professionals understand and use Plain Writing for more powerful, effective communication, which is the foundation for strong leadership, problem-solving, collaboration, team building, and change management. Course content will strengthen effectiveness as communicators and build both executive and fundamental competencies. Learning Objectives: • Plan and organize documents that connect with audiences and yield ... Read More
Attention Federal Trainers: Are you facing challenges in leadership development within your agency? Wondering how other federal entities are navigating similar hurdles with success? Discover actionable insights and proven strategies that can transform your leadership development initiatives. Join our exclusive knowledge-sharing platform where you can connect with peers, explore best practices, and stay ahead in fostering effective leadership. Don’t miss ... Read More
Attention Federal learning and development professionals! Unlock the power of virtual training and development in a technical field with our specialized program designed to enhance your expertise. Dive into advanced techniques and methodologies tailored to the intricacies of acquisition, where you'll master crucial skills through immersive simulations and hands-on learning. Our innovative ... Read More
In this session, tackle the challenge of modernizing training evaluation with AI. Traditional methods often fail to fully capture training effectiveness, especially in dynamic workplaces. As digital learning tools grow, so does the need for advanced, data-driven evaluation techniques. Learn from the leaders of Kirkpatrick Partners how they are utilizing AI and applying it to the Kirkpatrick Model to bridge ... Read More
