NextGen Summit Oct. 2025 Connecting the Workforce: What Can Leaders Do?

Connecting the Workforce: What Can Leaders Do?

- Donald Bauer, Former Chief Technology Officer, Global Talent Management, Department of State

A study from the Meyer, Davis & Shoorman measured three perceptions of senior leadership, and found 49% rate they trust their leadership. That means that more than half of government employees are feeling a strong disconnect and lack of connection to their teams. So what can be done? Learn how managers and teams can regain trust and connectedness in government.

Key Takeaway: We’ll focus on the elements that create trust in government teams.