Virtual Learning

We Don't Work Here for the Money: How to be a Successful Leader in Governmental Agencies

• Dec 18, 2024 (10:00 - 11:30 am CT; 9:00 - 10:30 am MT)
  Virtual Learning (desktop/laptop and mobile devices)

Registration

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Description

Who wouldn't work somewhere for the money? Well, believe it or not, many who work for a governmental agency would say just that. Whether it is the type of work they do, the type of organization they work for, or simply a matter of personal life choices, many choose their place of employment for reasons other than money. So, if they don't work [here] for the money, why do they? And what makes them stay? And why does that matter? This session will cover what factors cause people to choose where they work, especially as they want more out of life. Because if the reasons vary from person to person, to be an effective supervisor, you must also change your leadership approach to meet those needs.

Speaker(s)

Garrett Wheat, Garrett was born and raised in the greater Baton Rouge region. He earned his Bachelor of Science and Masters of Education from Southeastern Louisiana, and his Ph.D. in Agriculture and Extension Education and Evaluation from LSU. Through this, he taught the Leadership Development Program for the Louisiana Department of Transportation and Development (DOTD). However, his new role within DOTD allows him to work on special projects while continuing the groundwork set from his graduate research - building a Competency Model throughout the organization. As a lover of all things tech, he loves to share doses of information in the hopes of helping others in their personal or professional lives through his personal newsletter and YouTube channel. He also enjoys sharing his enthusiasm for roundabouts, playing golf, watching Supercross, volunteering at his church, and other nerdy goodness. He previously taught Computer Science in High School and is a published author.

Target Audience

Everyone