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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.

Who Do You Trust?

FedSmith.com author Joe SwerdzewskiBy Joe SwerdzewskiSep 15, 2021 10:29 AM Categories Leadership Leave a comment

Trust between individuals is essential to a productive work environment. These are some barriers to building trust and how to overcome them.

Effective Use of PowerPoint in Presentations

By Dave GriffithsAug 18, 2021 11:19 AM Categories Leadership Leave a comment

PowerPoint is a useful tool, but if not used effectively it can detract from the overall quality of a presentation.

Taking AIM to Perfect Your Communication

By Dave GriffithsJul 14, 2021 9:08 AM Categories Leadership Leave a comment

This strategy can help you excel at effectively communicating with your audience.

I Heard It Through the Grapevine

FedSmith.com author Joe SwerdzewskiBy Joe SwerdzewskiJul 8, 2021 2:04 PM Categories Leadership Leave a comment

Rumors and gossip can pose problems for an organization. However, communicating through the grapevine can be done in a beneficial manner.

The Supervisor’s Personality Test: How Important is Your Personality?

FedSmith.com author Joe SwerdzewskiBy Joe SwerdzewskiMay 14, 2021 7:14 AM Categories Leadership Leave a comment

Is there a “right” personality type that is necessary to be a good manager?

To Email, or Not to Email? That is the Question!

FedSmith.com author Joe SwerdzewskiBy Joe SwerdzewskiMar 16, 2021 8:28 AM Categories Human Resources, Leadership Leave a comment

When should supervisors use email to communicate with employees, and when should it be avoided?

Credibility – Who’s Telling the Truth?

FedSmith.com author Joe SwerdzewskiBy Joe SwerdzewskiMar 5, 2021 9:51 AM Categories Leadership Leave a comment
Pledging oath in court on a bible

How can you tell when somebody is telling the truth? The author shares some advice from his extensive legal career.

“I Do Solemnly Swear” – The Oath of Office and What It Means

By Jeff NealJan 6, 2021 11:51 AM Categories Leadership Leave a comment
Judge's gavel sitting on top of a copy of the Constitution and an American flag

What is the oath of office, and what does it mean for federal employees?

Can You Be A Good Negotiator?

FedSmith.com author Joe SwerdzewskiBy Joe SwerdzewskiNov 27, 2020 10:18 AM Categories Leadership Leave a comment
Businessman extending his hand offering a handshake to a man sitting across the desk; there is a laptop open and paperwork on the desk in between

Do you have what it takes to be a good negotiator? The author shares his basic rules for excelling at negotiating.

What is Your Relationship with Money?

FedSmith.com author Dallen HawsBy Dallen HawsJun 15, 2020 11:16 AM Categories Leadership Leave a comment
Man with his back facing the viewer scratching his head while looking puzzled as he stares at a whiteboard covered with question mark and money bag icons depicting confusion or questions about money/salaries

What are your feelings about money? The author says how you use this important tool can help you achieve your life goals.

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