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Creating a Culture of Appreciation: Building Programs That Engage and Inspire

In today’s workplace, where evolving employee expectations and uncertainty are becoming more common, appreciation isn’t just a nice gesture–it’s a strategic tool. When thoughtfully designed, employee appreciation programs can strengthen engagement, reinforce organizational values, and contribute to a resilient, high-performing culture. At FMP, we believe that recognition should be aligned with your broader strategy and…

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Accountability in Action: Navigating Federal Performance Management Changes 

Federal agencies are facing a pivotal shift. Recent executive orders and guidance from the U.S. Office of Personnel Management (OPM) are reshaping performance management across the government, calling for greater accountability, clearer expectations, and stronger alignment with mission outcomes. These changes are influencing how agencies operate and lead and, more broadly, performance culture.  Here are…

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Navigating AI Adoption with Confidence: FMP’s AI Maturity Model

AI is transforming both our daily work and organizational operations. As organizations adapt to its impacts, there is a need for a clear, strategic approach to its integration and use. At FMP, we believe AI adoption does not have to be overwhelming. With the right structure, guidance, and flexibility, it can be a powerful tool…

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Building Momentum: How FMP Uses AI to Deliver More Innovative Solutions

At FMP, our teams are finding innovative ways to leverage AI as a tool and as a teammate. Across projects, our employees are embracing AI tools (e.g., Copilot, ChatGPT, Synthesia) to streamline workflows, enhance creativity, and deliver exceptional results for our clients. AI is transforming how we deliver value, enhancing our ability to think more…

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Bridging the Gap: Rise 360 and the Future of Federal L&D 

Federal agencies are facing a pivotal moment in workforce development where the need for agile, accessible, and self-directed learning has never been greater. As Amanda Palla and Tim Brown highlight in their ATD blog, “Reshaping Federal L&D to Meet the Moment,” federal agencies must rethink traditional training models and embrace tools that empower employees to…

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What Makes a Great Leader in 2025? 

In today’s world of artificial intelligence (AI), automation, and constant change, leadership is being redefined. The expectations placed on leaders, across industries and at every level of leadership, are higher than ever. This year, leaders are navigating complexity, uncertainty, and rapid transformation, all while supporting a workforce that has weathered economic downturns, a global pandemic,…

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Adapting in Action: Upskilling as a Strategic Response to Change

In today’s rapidly evolving landscape, upskilling is not only a cornerstone of workforce development, but also a strategic approach for enhancing organizational effectiveness and driving workplace efficiency. Compared to traditional training methods designed to facilitate long-term employee growth through formal, structured programs and curriculum, upskilling reflects a shift toward addressing immediate skill gaps and shifting…

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Learning That Sticks: Building Effective Experiential Learning

In line with workforce modernization initiatives and a renewed focus on adaptability, efficiency, and operational effectiveness, organizations are exploring innovative training approaches. Experiential learning, while not a new methodology, has recently been gaining traction as a key strategy to upskill staff in critical areas and build a more agile, collaborative workforce. This hands-on approach to…

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Group Spotlight: Accessibility/508 Shared Service

In honor of July being Disability Pride Month, we wanted to take this opportunity to spotlight a relevant capability area of FMP’s: Accessibility and Section 508 Compliance. We sat down with four members of FMP’s specialized Accessibility/508 team, Beth Chidester, Kayla Reid, Molly VanDorick, and Emma Wright to learn more about how they got started…

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Workforce Planning: A Chat with Lesley Perkins

This month, we’re diving into the wonderful world of workforce planning, which has long been a staple capability area at FMP. Lesley Perkins, one of FMP’s resident workforce planning gurus shares some thoughts on the basics of the process, how she first got involved with this work, considerations for organizations, and more. What is workforce…

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