Digital Government
Public libraries and government innovation
Steve Kelman notes an example of government reinvention at the very local level.
Acquisition
What ever happened to innovation in government?
Steve Kelman wonders whether the federal IT community has lost its focus on truly transforming the way government functions.
Acquisition
Worries from a Democrat about the Biden administration and federal procurement
Steve Kelman is concerned that the push for more spending with small disadvantaged businesses will detract from the goal of getting the best deal for agencies and taxpayers.
Digital Government
What not to say
Steve Kelman approves of a strategy of avoiding judgmental words and phrases when delivering a critique or bad news.
Digital Government
Next time you want to curse out the media, remember this
Steve Kelman puts his occasional frustrations with stories on the federal government in perspective.
People
Is it time to go back to the office?
Steve Kelman considers the pros and cons of continuing maximum telework.
People
'Leading by example' and organizational performance
Steve Kelman spotlights new research that measures the impact of "walking the walk."
Digital Government
Following our preconceptions often leads us astray
Steve Kelman stresses the importance of keeping an open mind.
Acquisition
Some 'kind engineers' who have gravitated to government contracting
Steve Kelman checks in with another non-traditional IT contractor, and explores what attracted them to the market.
People
Gray rhinos in government
Steven Kelman discusses known-but-neglected risks on Washington Technology's Project 38 podcast.
People
'Psychological safety' and organizational performance
Steve Kelman stresses the benefits of creating space for questions and push-back.
Digital Government
An academic superstar urges us to get better at abandoning old beliefs
Steve Kelman recommends a new book -- and broader life lessons -- from Adam Grant.
People
Cultivating small talk when there's no office
Federal managers should look for ways to create the virtual water cooler environment.
People
A career fed does a stint at USDS
Steve Kelman checks in with procurement innovator and past Fed 100 winner Mark Junda on his latest chapter.
People
A contractor calls for hiring more techies in-house
Steve Kelman argues that Ad Hoc CEO Greg Gershman is onto something important.
People
We underestimate the value of complimenting others
Steve Kelman shares new research that suggests managers are too stingy with their praise.
Digital Government
Another perspective on 18F
Steve Kelman gets Alan Thomas' inside view on the "hoodies vs. suits" situation.
Digital Government
Two tech titans take on 18F and USDS
Steve Kelman hits a nerve regarding the civic tech crowd, and asks if the criticism is warranted.
Digital Government
Seeking more civility on Facebook
Steve Kelman discusses his pursuit of a more constructive social network.
Digital Government
Innovation among feds is alive and well
Steve Kelman shares some survey data on how career executives see innovation in their agencies.
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