Your high school guidance counselor most likely said it’s bad to job hop. You know, leave a series of jobs too quickly. But is it really all bad?
Opportunities abound in the federal government. Balancing your immediate growth and securing your long-term potential is not only possible but available!

Career Advice: Is Job Hopping Bad?

Your network is your net worth. What have you done to build and nurture your professional network?

A fun question that can be wrought with challenges. From struggling with shyness and questioning our self-worth to finding the time and having a process, engaging with network building can be tough. But we’re here to say it doesn’t have to be… we got you!

Networking is more than sharing contact information and waiting for job offers. It’s connecting with projects, values, and people that share your passions. In this way, it’s a pathway to sustained happiness 🙂

How To Build A Professional Network

Chances are, you’ve dealt with someone that ruffled your feathers or was just down right rude. It’s a part of the human experience but it doesn’t have to be entirely bad! 

Difficult people can be found everywhere. From co-workers and clients to family and friends, what we see depends on what we look for. With practice and mindfulness, we can either choose to see the issue or the opportunity.

Career Advice: How To Deal With A Difficult Coworker

We spend a significant portion of our life in the workplace- shouldn’t we feel some happiness while we’re there?

We totally think so! Too often the concept of a tough work environment creeps into our lives. We may experience it or even become numb to it but we don’t have to hold onto it. It’s true that we can find happiness at work. Plus, don’t we deserve it anyway? 

Join The Gov Geeks to explore three concepts and a handful of strategies to help you find happiness in the workplace. Here’s a quick peek to get us started:

- Get comfortable saying no
- Try the facial feedback loop
- Avoid the paradox of choice

How To Build An Engaged Workforce

We spend a significant portion of our life in the workplace- shouldn’t we feel some happiness while we’re there?

We totally think so! Too often the concept of a tough work environment creeps into our lives. We may experience it or even become numb to it but we don’t have to hold onto it. It’s true that we can find happiness at work. Plus, don’t we deserve it anyway?

Career Advice: Strategies to find happiness at work

Getting the right job or finding your place in an organization is wonderful. But sometimes we all feel like there are barriers keeping us from that next level. Wouldn’t it be great to find a way to push through all of that?

It’s possible! While there are genuine limitations in the world, we do have the ability to control what’s in our control. If you’re interested in learning how to remove what’s holding your career back, this show is for you!

How to remove what's holding your career back

Other duties as assigned? Yes please!

What motivates you? Besides money, job security, and necessary benefits- what keeps you at your job? 

Beyond meeting bare essentials, our work can be a source of inspiration and satisfaction. Rather than something we ‘have’ to do, our jobs can be something we ‘want’ to do. 

If your answer to staying in your job is fear-based, how could your life be better by being joy-based? It’s possible! 

Here’s a quick peek to get us started:

- Notice when time flies by for you
- Recall projects that mattered most
- Follow your happiness to create success

Plus, we’ll answer your questions from the Gov Geekdom! Send in your questions today!

What Motivates You?

Work-life balance is a myth, right? Something so sought after must be just out of everyone’s grasp if no one has it. Otherwise, we wouldn’t hear so much about it.

It’s an interesting question! Most often, we hear about this as a top desired feature in a job when we’re working with clients. That said, we’ve found that few can define work-life balance let alone really describe what it would mean to them.

Still, work-life balance is possible! The bigger questions are: (1) what is important to you and (2) what are you willing to embrace in your life to get it.

How to Build Work-Life Balance

We can spot a public servant pretty easily, right? They are either a firefighter, police officer, teacher, elected official, researcher, psychologist, public works professional, soldier, doctor, or … whoa! There’s a lot of public servants out there!

This week is National Public Service Recognition Week! To celebrate, we’ll ask the question… Who is a public servant?

According to the Office of Personnel Management (OPM), the federal workforce is composed of an estimated 2.1 million civilian workers. The number jumps considerably when state and local public servants are included not to mention grant recipients and contractors.
The bigger point is that there are lots of opportunities to make a difference as a public servant. As Martin Luther King Jr. reminds us, everybody can be great, because anybody can serve.

Who is a Public Servant?

Changing jobs series in federal government - It’s one of the most frequent coaching topics we hear from our clients. After years of developing unique skills, networks, and a subject matter expertise - it makes sense that seemingly starting over again would seem daunting. But it doesn’t have to 

This week, we’ll share a few pointers from our Masterclass, Get Out of Your Comfort Zone: How to Change Job Series in the Federal Government. With a few simple strategies and dedication to your passion, you can make the leap from one series to another. We’re excited to help show you how.

How to change your job series

Do you ever get that feeling like your boss doesn’t appreciate you? Like maybe they take you for granted or just don’t value your work let alone you being on the team?

You’re not alone and you do have tremendous value. Building a great working relationship with your boss - whatever your job level - is critical. 

This week, we’ll share a few pointers to help you recognize when you’re value is in question and what to do about it!

Signs your boss doesn't appreciate you and how to deal with it!

This learnable skill is all about effectively relating to people at all levels internally and externally in your organization. Rather than the ‘my way or the highway’ routine, political savvy helps build productive partnerships and career fulfillment. 
If you’ve ever wanted to learn how to the secrets to happy relationships and stopping up hill struggles at work, this week’s live show is for you!

Boost your career with: Political Savvy

Saying no at work can be harder than it seems. When your boss assigns you more assignments than you can handle, it’s easier to grin and bear it then slowly resent them later! 

But then the building workload can crush other opportunities and honestly really wreak havoc on your health. So how do you manage it while still staying on good terms with your supervisor? By learning how to say no 😎

If you’ve ever wanted to learn how to balance work requirements, grow your career, and improve your work relationships- this show is for you!

How to say no

Do you fear success?

This sounds odd, I know. But - hear us out. It’s more common than you may think. For instance, it’s natural to have a fear of the unknown or the idea that you have to meet expectations. Heck, you may even feel like you don’t want to let others down. 

So where does this show up? It happens all over our jobs. It may be easier to avoid the promotion, big project, or even apply to a new job. Plus, there’s a comfort in knowing your current conditions. You may have a challenging colleague or terrible work life balance but the fear of success could still be more powerful. 

If you’ve ever experienced any of these, you’re not alone! We’re here to help you through it and are excited to welcome you to this week’s show 🤩

Do you fear success?

Don’t let imposter syndrome ruin your career!
Would you consider yourself worthy? Have you ever felt like you didn’t belong? Like, maybe someone would call you out and say ‘Hey you; what are you doing here? You don’t deserve to be here!’
We all have! Imposter syndrome is a real thing. Somewhere along the way we each have that feeling creep into our minds. It’s okay to recognize it and even embrace it. 
The question is: how will you choose to use that feeling to help you reach your goals? 
This week, we’ll explore some strategies to manage - and even appreciate - our own imposter syndrome!

Imposter Syndrome

Introvert influence: How to lead from within

Introverted people often get a bad wrap for areas like leadership. A common belief is that introverts don’t make great leaders. Like somehow recharging your energy from solitude rather than being in front of a crowd means you can’t lead well. 

This couldn’t be further from the truth! While at first glance a person could seem antisocial, unfriendly, shy or even lonely, their capacity for great leadership could surprise you. It’s just a matter of how they use their introversion to serve others. We all could learn a thing or two here!

Introvert Influence: How to lead from within

ASMR Government Documents: OMB Circular A-130

Suit up and show up - the opportunity is yours

There are a great many things we can’t avoid. But one thing we can control is how we choose to respond to them. That’s the beauty of it all. We can decide how to respond to what the world throws our way. 

Easier said than done you ask? It can be. But that doesn’t mean it isn’t anything less worthwhile. With time and reflection, you can make the decision to be prepared and present in your life. That’s what this week is all about! 

Join The Gov Geeks this Thursday at 6 EST to learn some incredible strategies to take an active role in your life.

Suit up and show up!

How to hack your happiness

Focus on your strengths

How to build RESILIENCE

How do you deal with frustrating work days?

Is leaving your job worth it?

How to keep your energy in the job search

Job search strategies!

Clues you’re ready for a promotion 💰

How do you know you’re ready for that promotion? An interesting question. Some feel they are that really aren’t while others delay growth opportunities. What sets them apart and how do you know which group you’re in?

If you’re applying for that next level job or are unsure if you’re ready for it, this week’s show is for you!

The Gov Geeks Guide to Government Resumes is a hit! A top new release on Amazon, this book can help with your resume writing and career fulfillment needs. 

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Clues you're ready for a promotion..

Will you even like your new job? 🤔

It’s been a journey to get here. From an array of schools and universities to jobs and career choices- you’ve made it here. But how do you know you’ll even like your new job?

We can’t predict the future. As cool as that may be, it’s nearly impossible to know anything for certain. That’s the beauty of our life journey. But what if your new job fills you with dread worse than your last job? Wouldn’t it be great to have a plan to manage this just in case? 

Enter The Gov Geeks 🤓

If you’re even a little curious about what you’re getting yourself into with a new job, this week’s show is for you!

Join The Gov Geeks this Thursday at 6 EST to learn 5 strategies to know if you’ll like your new job and what you can do about it. A little prep work can really save you in the long run!

How to make sure you'll like your new job

Learn how to find your career passion from someone that truly follows his! Learn from podcast host, media expert, and public servant... Shai Korman!

In this video, learn strategies to find your career passion and lead a fulfilling life. From relationship building with mentors to having a learning mindset, this interview will give you helpful and easy concepts to implement right away!

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A solid resume is nearly essential in your job search. But how can you be sure it’s as good as possible?

The key is to focus on the impact of your qualifications not just a listing of your activities. Hiring managers want to know you can be productive not just busy collecting a check.

If you’re interested in learning how to demonstrate your value and stand out as an applicant, this live show is just for you!

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Resume writing: Think impact not activity

Have you worked with a micromanager before? If you found the process daunting or downright frustrating … you’re not alone!

Micromanaging bosses can be a source of workplace anxiety and dissatisfaction. But that doesn’t mean it has to stay that way. The good news is that you can do something about it.

If you’ve found yourself at your wit’s end and could use a few strategies to build some workplace satisfaction, this show is for you!

We’ll cover 3 strategies to help manage the micromanagers in your life. Plus, we’ll answer questions from the Gov Geekdom… so send in your questions today!

How to deal with a micromanager

Have you taken or stayed in a job you didn’t like? If you have, you’ve experienced golden handcuffs. A career move that is valuable but restrictive.
The good news is that you can choose to let go of these restrictions to find value away from your job’s limitations!
If you’re stuck in a job you don’t like or want to move forward in a new career field, this week’s show is for you. Tune in for 3 strategies to unlock those golden handcuffs!
Plus, we’ll answer questions from the Gov Geekdom… so send in your questions today!

Career Advice: How to avoid "Golden Handcuffs"

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