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What is Political Acumen?

Media, Public Engagement, and Mental Health in Public Service

Defining What Ethics and Integrity Mean to You in a Changing Public Sector

How to Speak Truth to Power in an Era of Distrust

The Critical Role of Political Acumen in Today’s Public Service

Unlocking the Power of Language: How Effective Communication Breaks Barriers

Finding Time for Professional Development

In this blog post, we'll explore why professional development is it key part of every public service leader’s career path. We’ll explore the unique benefits of group learning plus tips on how to include learning opportunities in a busy work schedule without sacrificing personal time.

Bridging Bureaucracies: Navigating Collaboration Across Governments

In this blog post, we'll explore how networking is not reserved for extroverts and why it's crucial to your career progression. We'll also provide practical tips to help you navigate the world of networking effectively. So, let's dive in and discover how networking can be a game-changer in your journey as a senior public servant.

Conflict Competence: A Must-Have Skill for Senior Public Servants

Conflict is an inevitable part of public service. How we handle it can make the difference between positive or negative outcomes, affecting both our organizations and personal well-being. Unresolved conflict not only consumes valuable time and resources but can also cause the associated pain to linger. In this blog post, we'll explore the concept of Conflict Competence and provide you with essential insights and strategies to navigate conflicts effectively in your role as a public servant.

Defining What Ethics and Integrity Mean to You

In the ever-evolving world of public service, senior public servants face a complex landscape filled with grey areas, unwritten protocols, and ethical dilemmas. As an Executive Coach, I've been privileged to work with countless individuals navigating this challenging terrain. Today, I want to share some thoughts with you, shedding light on the crucial topics of ethics and integrity in the public sector.

Navigating the Transition from Private to Public Sector Leadership

If you’re new to working in government, or considering a move into the public sector, here are the key differences worth reflecting on.

The Importance of Prioritizing Mental Health When Managing Media and Public Engagement

Learn about the intersection between media, public engagement, and mental health. In today's world, social media can be quite harsh and toxic, and this post draws attention to the need to add mental health to our scanning, for our team, the leaders we support, and ourselves.

Evaluating and Improving Your Situational Awareness

Explore what situational awareness is, the benefits (and consequences) of different levels of situational awareness, how to improve your situational awareness, and how situational awareness can help you anticipate emerging trends and take proactive action to address them.

Practical Tips on Issues Management

Do you find it challenging to condense complex stories into bullet points for your senior leaders? Do you struggle to manage multiple competing issues at once? If so, you're not alone. Many public servants struggle with issues management, particularly in our increasingly complex landscape.

How to Speak Truth to Power

Tips and insights to help you improve your ability to speak truth to power.

What is Political Acumen?

A quick guide to political acumen for public sector leaders.