by Marnie Green | Sep 5, 2015 | Management Articles
Performance management is becoming THE high priority for government entities nation-wide. In fact, a Time Magazine article by Amanda Ripley said, “If we really want more effective governance, we should tie these generous [public sector employee] benefits to meaningful...
by Marnie Green | Aug 4, 2015 | Management Articles
When our house was robbed a few years ago, it caused us to re-evaluate how we secured our valuables. Since that fateful day, an alarm system, window locks, and security doors have been put in place to help secure our most valuable possessions. We feel safer, but we...
by Marnie Green | Jul 9, 2015 | Management Articles
I recently heard a speaker ask, “What do you believe that you wish you didn’t?” It is a question we’re all being forced to consider these days as we go about the important work of redefining public sector employment. The expectations of a guaranteed pension, rich...
by Marnie Green | May 9, 2015 | Management Articles
Public agencies across the United States are facing a silent threat. As budget cuts are implemented and benefits are slashed, employees are considering their options. Working for a public agency isn’t what it used to be and employees know it. The greatest threat...
by Marnie Green | Apr 8, 2015 | Management Articles
So how’s that annual performance evaluation process working for you? According to new research on the psychology of work from David Rock, the typical numeric ratings, rankings, and formal evaluations, without meaningful feedback, can result in reduced performance. It...