Mastering the Art of Leadership: Four Types of Thinking Government Executives Should Embrace

Submitted by on Mon, 04/07/2025 - 18:12

In an era defined by rapid technological change, geopolitical uncertainty, and heightened public expectations, government executives face a daunting mandate: to lead with clarity and ingenuity amid complexity.

The High Risk Report and How Government Can Coordinate to Better Serve Everyone

Submitted by on Mon, 04/07/2025 - 13:38
The report identifies 37 federal programs and operations that are most vulnerable to waste, fraud, abuse and mismanagement, or in need of transformation. Several of the high risk areas are consistent with the National Academy of Public Administration's (Academy) Grand Challenges.

Developing Strategic Foresight Skills to Navigate Uncertainty: A Conversation with Donna Dupont

Submitted by on Mon, 04/07/2025 - 11:24
How can strategic foresight sharpen decision-making when stakes are high? What common barriers prevent government organizations from adopting a foresight-driven approach to preparedness? What does true resiliency look like for a government organization? Join host Michael J. Keegan as he explores these questions and more with my guests, Donna Dupont, an award-winning designer and futurist in healthcare, public safety, defense, and security.
Broadcast Date: 
Monday, April 7, 2025 - 11:00
Author: 
Donna Dupont
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Donna Dupont - Designer and Futurist

Submitted by on Mon, 04/07/2025 - 11:19
Donna Dupont is an award-winning designer, futurist, and the Founder of Purple Compass. With over 25 years of experience collaborating with leaders in healthcare, public safety, defense, and security, she helps organizations develop foresight skills to navigate uncertainty and lead change in today’s complex world.

Weekly Roundup: March 31-April 4, 2025

Submitted by on Fri, 04/04/2025 - 17:06

Artificial Intelligence

Leveraging the 80/20 Rule to Become an Effectively Leader: A Conversation with Bill Canady

Submitted by on Mon, 03/31/2025 - 10:38
How can leaders cut through the noise and focus on the most impactful actions? What tools, frameworks, and insights can help leaders go from panic to profit and find success. What two types of thinking are necessary for building a new path forward? Join host Michael J. Keegan as he explores these questions and more with Bill Canady.
Broadcast Date: 
Monday, March 31, 2025 - 10:20
Author: 
Bill Canady
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Weekly Roundup: March 24-28, 2025

Submitted by on Fri, 03/28/2025 - 15:34

Defense

Insights on Leadership and Strategic Thinking: A Conversation with Dr. John Hillen

Submitted by on Tue, 03/25/2025 - 22:42

In a rapidly changing world, leadership must evolve to meet new demands, challenges, and opportunities. As the host of The Business of Government Hour, I’ve had the privilege of engaging with visionary leaders who are redefining public service and government. Recently, I spoke with Dr. John Hillen, former Assistant Secretary of State and author of two compelling books: What Happens Next?

Mastering the Complexities of Strategic Leadership: A Conversation with Dr. John Hillen, author, The Strategy Dialogues

Submitted by on Mon, 03/24/2025 - 11:34
What is strategic thinking? How can leaders cultivate the right strategic mindset and leadership skills to elevate their organization? What can leaders do to reinvent themselves to ensure they grow with the success of their organization? Join host Michael J. Keegan as he explores these questions and more with Dr. John Hillen author of two very insightful books on leadership, What Happens Now? and his most recent work, The Strategy Dialogues.
Broadcast Date: 
Monday, March 24, 2025 - 11:19
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Dr. John Hillen
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Dr. John Hillen, D.Phil

Submitted by on Mon, 03/24/2025 - 10:48
The Honorable John Hillen, DPhil, is the James C. Wheat Professor in Leadership at Hampden-Sydney College’s Wilson Center for Leadership in The Public Interest. A Trustee of the Foreign Policy Research Institute since 2008, the Treasurer of its Board of Trustees from 2010 – 1019, he is a former director of the National Security Program at FPRI. A decorated combat veteran, he served as Assistant Secretary of State for Political-Military Affairs in the second half of the George W. Bush Administration.

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