FEDTalk

Oct 20 2023 190 ep. 53 mins 1.3k

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FEDTalk is produced by Shaw Bransford & Roth P.C., bringing you the insider's perspective from leaders in the federal community since 1993.

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Insurance Considerations this Open Season

Oct 20 2023 30 mins

Federal open season is coming up. To get ready, this week’s FEDtalk program will inform feds about the variety of insurance options you should be considering this open season. FEDtalk host Debra Roth, Partner at Shaw Bransford & Roth P.C., is joined by Shane Canfield, CEO of Worldwide Assurance for Employees of Public Agencies (WAEPA). Canfield has more than 25 years of experienc

Navigating Congressional Chaos: A Federal Employee’s Guide

Oct 05 2023 29 mins

While Congress narrowly averted a shutdown last weekend, federal employees’ fear of a lapse in appropriations this November has not been alleviated. On this week’s FEDtalk, we break down the current state of Congress, how federal employees can prepare for what is to come, and how Congress can act now to prevent these issues in the future. FEDtalk host Jason Briefel, Director of

Uniting industry, government to develop top talent

Sep 08 2023 28 mins

The Association for Talent Development (ATD) is a global professional association with members in 120 countries. ATD supports professionals in achieving their full potential by improving their knowledge, skills, and abilities in the workplace. Ahead of ATD’s Government Workforce Conference in Washington D.C. next week, FEDtalk sits down with the team to discuss global workforce t

Walking the Talk on Inclusive Leadership with WIFLE

Aug 25 2023 30 mins

The Women in Federal Law Enforcement (WIFLE) Annual Leadership Training is a convening of women across law enforcement focused on increasing diversity in the law enforcement ranks, growing their professional skills, and keeping apprised of the latest law enforcement trends. This year’s training in Tampa, Florida was the largest in WIFLE’s history as the administration gives ren

Leading in a Reimagined Workplace: AAFEA’s Leadership Development Workshop

Aug 11 2023 28 mins

For 19 years, the African American Federal Executives Association (AAFEA) has hosted an annual Leadership Development Workshop focused on expanding opportunities for diverse leaders in the federal workforce. This year’s workshop focuses on the “reimagined” workplace post-COVID-19 and encourages leaders to think innovatively about both their offices and their own career. FEDt

Skills-Based Hiring – What it is, How it’s Going, What’s Next?

Jul 28 2023 53 mins

Both the federal government and the private sector are embracing skills-based hiring. In 2020, the White House issued Executive Order (EO) 13932 - Modernizing and Reforming the Assessment and Hiring of Federal Job Candidates directing agencies to expand the use pf competency-based assessments as an alternative to the reliance on education credentials in determining qualifications f

Bridgebuilders - How Government Can Transcend Boundaries to Solve Big Problems

Jun 23 2023 56 mins

Public sector leaders face a variety of challenges due to the current political and social climate. At a time when polarization is high, bridgebuilding can be hard. Authors Don Kettle and William Eggers are here to help. Kettle and Eggers’ latest book Bridgebuilders: How Government Can Transcend Boundaries to Solve Big Problems, provides a new model for transforming the public se

Bridging Generational Divides

Jun 09 2023 55 mins

The federal government has an aging workforce and struggles to bring on younger talent. This week on FEDtalk, we are learning to bridge generational divides in the workplace. This program will cover how to recruit and retain the next generation of civil servants, as well as how to seamlessly integrate different generations into the workplace. That includes optimizing the onboarding

Celebrate & Advocate: Recognizing Public Servants in May

May 19 2023 58 mins

In May, the federal community recognizes both Public Service Recognition Week and National Police Week. During this time, we celebrate and honor those in public service. It is also a time to advocate for the interests of public servants and public safety officers. This week, organizations representing and supporting federal employees discuss how they have been active this month hig

Know Your Legal Risks: Professional Liability Part 2

May 05 2023 53 mins

Sometimes, bad things happen to good federal employees. Those who are the subject of an adverse administrative action, disciplinary proceeding, or civil lawsuit could be wiped out emotionally and financially trying to defend themselves. This scenario happens more than you think. Even if the allegation is baseless, the ordeal can take a toll, not only on you, but also your family. T