NextGen Oct. 2024 - Lunch Keynote Session

Why “No” Should Be Your Career Superpower

Speaker:
Rebecca S. Ayers, PhD, Deputy Associate Director, HR Solutions, Center for Leadership Development, U.S. Office of Personnel Management

When did ‘no’ get such a bad rap? Many of us are conditioned to think that we simply can’t say no at work. But the hesitancy to push back or question requests has led to a shocking amount of burnout. In this engaging keynote session, we’re flipping the script on how we think about saying ‘no’ at work. You’ll learn why it’s critical to protect your boundaries and learn how to push back – effectively and respectfully.

2024 NextGen Public Service Awards Ceremony
Join us in celebrating this year’s award winners as they are announced! We will recognize their hard work and commitment to excellence in public service. See this year’s full list of award winners and finalists.

Be the Boss of Your Own Career: The Value of Networks

Speaker:
Dr. Serelda Herbin, CDE® DBF MBA DSL, Director of DEIA, Management Analyst in Federal Government

Remote work certainly did a number on professional networking. It’s much harder to connect with your peers, let alone leverage a network to advance your career. So how can you continue to foster relationships when we’re more isolated than we have been in years? Our keynote speaker will talk about the value of connection and how to build lasting, impactful relationships both online and in-person.