Abe GreenspoonAdvice for applying to the Canadian federal public serviceOver the past year, I’ve received quite a few requests from people for advice on getting a job in the Canadian federal public service. I…Apr 14, 2021Apr 14, 2021
Abe GreenspoonThe uneducation and reeducation of a white manIt’s been a tough week for our world. In case you weren’t paying attention, last week a white police officer killed a black man named…Jun 1, 20201Jun 1, 20201
Abe GreenspoonLeadership in the Public Sector: What’s Wanting to EmergeOut with the old leadership traditions and in with those who dare to lead with their whole selvesMay 20, 20201May 20, 20201
Abe GreenspoonIt’s time to start meeting betterLast week, Zoom announced that it surpassed 300 million daily meeting participants globally. This surge in usage clearly demonstrates the…May 4, 20201May 4, 20201
Abe GreenspoonI can’t write, so here’s what I’m readingI’ve been in quarantine since March 11th. 43 days. One month and 12 days. But who’s counting, right?Apr 23, 2020Apr 23, 2020
Abe GreenspoonA Journey With Organizational Health at Statistics CanadaDisclaimer: This blog is a bit of a departure from my usual “reflections style” blog. This is more of an update/description of the project…Feb 17, 2020Feb 17, 2020
Abe GreenspoonBrazil Public Sector Innovation WeekBetween November 4–7, the Government of Brazil’s School of Public Service held its fifth annual Public Sector Innovation Week in the…Nov 18, 2019Nov 18, 2019
Abe GreenspoonNew job: helping me first, then usAbout a month ago, I started a new project. I’m now at Statistics Canada and have been given some responsibility to lead the department’s…Nov 8, 20191Nov 8, 20191
Abe GreenspoonGrappling with complexityHave you ever been introduced to an idea or concept that seizes your imagination and literally transforms the way you see the world? This…Aug 15, 20192Aug 15, 20192
Abe GreenspoonBuilding a Free Agent communityIt’s easy to feel lost working in a large organization like the Canadian federal public service. We’re around 275,000 people spread across…Mar 15, 2019Mar 15, 2019