Citizen participation in public planning processes is one of the hallmarks of American democracy. Transparency, intentionality, and inclusiveness are essential to effective planning in the 21st century, whether planning efforts ... More »

Government

Assessment , Economy , Engagement , Intermediate-level Content

In his inaugural speech on December 11, 2007, Kentuckys 61st governor, Steven L. Beshear, challenged all Kentuckians to choose the path of progress. This path will involve new thinking and new ideas. It will require cooperation ... More »

Government , Workforce Development

Beginner Level Content , Coaching and Mentoring , Engagement , Human Performance Improvement , Leadership Development , Management Development

Assessments are more important than ever in the current government climate, which emphasizes accountability, transparency, and performance improvement. By providing actionable information that is needed to make wise and informed... More »

Government , Human Capital , Learning & Development

Assessment , Career Development , Engagement , Human Performance Improvement , Integrated Talent Management , Intermediate-level Content , Managing Organizational Knowledge , Measuring and Evaluating

At my college, ballroom dancing was the largest club on campus. But ask as I might, I could never find a single student whod admit even a passing interest in the rumba. Lets cha-cha forward some 20 years: Government managers who... More »

Government , Human Capital , Senior Leaders & Executives

Change Management , Economy , Engagement , Global Workforce Development , Innovation , Jobs , Trends

It has been more than 15 years since the CompStat management model was first introduced by the New York City Police Department (NYPD), sparking a movement that has profoundly affected public administration. CompStat has been suc... More »

Human Capital , Learning & Development , Learning Technologies

Engagement , Global Workforce Development , Informal Learning , Integrated Talent Management , Leadership Development , Managing Organizational Knowledge , Measuring and Evaluating , Trends