In this issue of Career Compass, Dr. Benest helps us understand the importance of trusting ourselves and being confident so that we can lead at every level of the organization.

In this issue of Career Compass, Dr. Benest shares wisdom on risk taking, with recommendations on when to avoid a risk and when to take the leap.

In honor of Public Service Recognition Week (May 1-7), the Center for State and Local Government Excellence is profiling remarkable state and local government leaders.

This year’s celebration of Public Service Recognition Week puts the spotlight on the contributions of local government employees.

Nominations are due May 6, 2011.

Agencies and departments at all levels of government, and the public sector more broadly, are facing unprecedented pressure to cut their budgets and tighten their belts...