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Explore the latest leadership tips and career development guidance for federal employees looking to grow, lead, and advance. This category covers workplace leadership skills, communication strategies, career advancement advice, team management, professional development, and federal workforce leadership best practices. Find practical insights from our authors on becoming a more effective leader, improving performance, and navigating leadership challenges in today’s federal workplace.

Increase FEVS Scores Through Training Opportunities

By Michael P. HassettOct 3, 2022 3:44 PM | Updated: Oct 5, 2022 5:07 PM Categories Leadership Leave a comment

Training and developmental opportunities are a chance for federal managers to respond to the challenge of recruiting and retaining talent.

Should You Get a Second Job?

FedSmith.com author Joe SwerdzewskiBy Joe SwerdzewskiSep 22, 2022 9:25 AM Categories Leadership Leave a comment
Words 'part time job' written on a yellow sticky note on a desk in front of a computer keyboard and mouse

These are reasons both for and against having a second job.

The Supervisor as Communicator

FedSmith.com author Joe SwerdzewskiBy Joe SwerdzewskiFeb 10, 2022 9:19 AM Categories Leadership Leave a comment

Communication between supervisors and their employees is often lacking. This assessment can help to gain insights regarding workplace communication.

The Basics of Workplace Communication

FedSmith.com author Joe SwerdzewskiBy Joe SwerdzewskiJan 31, 2022 2:09 PM Categories Leadership Leave a comment

Communication problems are common in the workplace. However, diagnosing this problem is easier than fixing it.

How To Create Meetings Worth Their Time

FedSmith.com author Joe SwerdzewskiBy Joe SwerdzewskiJan 18, 2022 9:39 AM Categories Leadership Leave a comment

Are meetings in your organization valuable or a waste of time? Here are tips on creating better meetings.

Why Developing a Philosophy for Supervising Employees is Important

FedSmith.com author Joe SwerdzewskiBy Joe SwerdzewskiJan 10, 2022 3:37 PM Categories Leadership Leave a comment

Collaboration and compliance are philosophies for supervising employees.

5 Tips for Managing a Change in Supervisors

By Kent BensonJan 7, 2022 10:44 AM Categories Leadership Leave a comment

The author shares some tips he learned from his experience as an acting supervisor helping to transition another person into the role.

10 Tips to Become a Motivating Supervisor

FedSmith.com author Joe SwerdzewskiBy Joe SwerdzewskiJan 3, 2022 10:35 AM Categories Leadership Leave a comment

Are you a motivating supervisor for employees? Here are 10 tips that can help in becoming a motivator.

Handshake Agreements in the Workplace

FedSmith.com author Joe SwerdzewskiBy Joe SwerdzewskiDec 8, 2021 9:21 AM Categories Leadership, Human Resources Leave a comment

Handshake agreements in the workplace can lead to problems. This is one example of a breakdown of trust between an employee and a supervisor.

Effective Approaches to Problem-Solving

FedSmith.com author Joe SwerdzewskiBy Joe SwerdzewskiNov 16, 2021 12:23 PM Categories Leadership Leave a comment

Effective supervision involves joint problem solving to engage employees. These are some steps to collaborative problem solving.

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