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For me, it was vendor diplomacy. Not just managing contracts and deliverables, but navigating personalities, competing priorities, and finding ways to build trust while still holding firms accountable. It’s a balance of firmness and collaboration that feels more like art than science

I’m curious.. what’s yours??

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Working in government gives you an excellent education in two main areas: doing more with less and leading without the ability to offer bonuses or incentives.

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This is so true! I have seen some of the most passionate folks support our teams and programs and they do it with such pride.

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