New: OCFO Quarterly Newsletter Now Available
Check out the Q1 newsletter to read more about OCFO's accomplishments, catch up on what the other two-letter offices are doing, and learn about your colleagues' towns! Have feedback on the newsletter? Share it through the OCFO Quarterly Newsletter survey.
Reminder: Complete Your Annual Ethics Training by Monday
If you haven't already, take your Annual Ethics Training before the November 15 deadline. Having trouble accessing the training through the link? The course can also be found on your Online University home page to-do list. For technical assistance, use the Online University 24x7 live support chat.
Reminder: Performance Closeout
Performance Appraisals & Plans
Your FY21 performance appraisals and FY22 performance plans must be discussed and completed in HR Links by Monday, November 15, 2021.
Award Preference
If you prefer to receive your individual performance award as time off (instead of as a cash award) or if you selected time off last year and prefer a monetary award this year, you should indicate your award preference through HR Links by November 15. Reference this guide for instructions on indicating your award preference.
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Reminder: Apply for the FY22 Competitive Development Program
The Competitive Development Program (CDP) provides participants at various stages in their careers the opportunity to build the leadership skills, knowledge, and behaviors required to meet current and future business needs at GSA.
To learn more about the program, visit the CDP InSite page. There you can view the slide deck from a recent information session, the complete list of FY22 program offerings, and an overview of the application process.
The deadline to apply is Monday, November 22, 2021. If you have additional questions, contact CDP@gsa.gov.
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ICYMI: This Week's Messages from GSA Leadership
Deputy Administrator Kale provided an update on administrative leave for COVID-19 vaccinations and announced a Nov. 30 town hall
Administrator Carnahan shared a message honoring veterans at GSA and beyond
Administrator Carnahan explained what the recently passed Infrastructure Investment and Jobs Act means for GSA
Check out the Messages from Leadership page on InSite, where you can find these and other messages from GSA leaders.
New: Faces of OCFO Veterans Day Edition
In case you missed it, the Veterans Day edition of Faces of OCFO is now available. Take some time to read about your colleagues' stories of service.
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New Poll: Gratitude
The transition into late fall is as good a time as any to reflect on the things we're grateful for. As we near the end of the year and prepare for the holiday season, we want to know: In one word, what are you grateful for?
Respond by Thursday, November 18, to add your word to the word cloud. Then check back the following Friday for the results. To share ideas for future polls, send us an email.
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Welcome to the OCFO Analytics Corner! Each week, the Analytics Community of Practice (A-CoP) team will be sharing events, training, resources, and more. Complete this Google Form to receive more information about the A-CoP or to get involved.
So What's the Plan?
The 2021 Federal Data Strategy Action Plan is out — have you taken a look? The Federal Data Strategy (FDS) encompasses a 10-year vision for how the Federal Government will accelerate the use of data to deliver on mission, serve the public, and steward resources while protecting security, privacy, and confidentiality. Building on the 2020 Action Plan, the 2021 Action Plan sets out aspirational milestones to encourage agencies to make steady progress on the FDS vision.
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Every week we will feature OCFO colleagues who have been recognized by their peers for their great work and character. This is a quick, easy, and fun way to acknowledge and thank one another. To recognize one (or more) of your peers in next week's Week in Review, use the OCFO Shout Outs Google Form. |
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Register Today: Nov. 17 Introduction to Business Intelligence Course
It's not too late! The OCFO Data Delivery and Management Division will host its first virtual training session of the new fiscal year on Wednesday, November 17, 2021, at 2:00 p.m. Eastern when they present Introduction to Business Intelligence. This course will help to answer the following questions:
- What is business intelligence?
- How is business intelligence used within the OCFO?
- What are the main tools used to generate this intelligence?
- How can I learn more?
Registration is available through Online University. Having trouble accessing the training through the link? The course can also be found by searching for "introduction to business intelligence" through the "search for training" link on the Online University home page.
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New: How to Cultivate Work Relationships in a Zoom World
This article from Next Avenue lists four ways to build bonds with colleagues when work is virtual.
The TL;DR version: make relationship-building a daily practice; add variety to your methods of connection — think virtual lunches and walk-and-talk meetings over the phone; actively listen for opportunities to connect; and participate in small affinity groups at work.
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