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The FedUpward Podcast gives federal employees and friends of feds strategies and tips for navigating everyday problems. This is a place for federal employees to network, share ideas and get better. Don't get fed up. Get FedUpward!

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Here's a quick summary of the last 5 episodes on FedUpward Podcast - Tips for Federal Government Employees.

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Milancy Harris is a former Acting Under Secretary of Defense for Intelligence & Security with a career spanning intelligence, counterterrorism, and policy roles. She has extensive experience in leadership within the Department of Defense and is active in mentoring and developing talent in government.
Josh Marcuse is the co-founder of Globally, a nonprofit organization dedicated to building communities of emerging leaders united by a shared mission to tackle the world's toughest challenges. He has a background that includes service in the Department of Defense (DoD) and experience at Google.
Justin Hasty is associated with the University of Maryland Global Campus (UMGC), where he shares insights on how federal employees can advance their careers through education. His expertise includes promoting online degree and certificate programs, as well as organizing career expos tailored for federal workers.
Jamie Jones Miller is the Dean and CEO of Northeastern University Arlington. With over 20 years of experience in the defense industry, she has worked from Capitol Hill to the Department of Defense. Jamie is recognized as a national security insider and has dedicated her career to developing the next generation of the workforce. Her expertise focuses on preparing federal employees, military-connected individuals, and contractors for future challenges through innovative programs in upskilling, reskilling, and policy-smart initiatives in areas such as cybersecurity, artificial intelligence, and data.

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Here's the recent few episodes on FedUpward Podcast - Tips for Federal Government Employees.

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209. Same Mission, Different Paths: How Appointees and Career Feds Can Work Together

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Milancy Harris
Keywords
federal government career development leadership public service bureaucracy mentoring training public-private understanding national security

Former Acting Under Secretary of Defense for Intelligence & Security Milancy Harris joins FedUpward at Globally’s Shaping America’s Next 25 Summit to talk candidly about her career across intelligence, counterterrorism, and policy roles—and what it really takes to lead in government today.

From navigating bureaucracy to developing talent and fostering public-private understanding, Harris shares clear-eyed advice for federal employees, aspiring leaders, and those curious about working at the highest levels of national security.

00:49 – Meet Milancy Harris: From intel analyst to senior DoD leader
01:31 – What’s broken? Bureaucracy and the roadblocks to good ideas
03:05 – Developing employees: Peer mentoring, training, and listening
05:00 – Podcasts and cross-agency training as growth tools
07:31 – Political appointees vs. career feds: Misconceptions & mindset
09:31 – The best leadership advice? Start with the human touch

Don’t miss this one if you're looking to grow your career in public service—or lead with more heart, strategy, and purpose.

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208. The Power of Community for Mission-Driven Leaders in Government and Beyond

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Josh Marcuse
Keywords
community mission-driven leadership tri-sector leadership emerging leaders public service networks collaboration

Globally’s Vision for the Next Generation of Leaders with Josh Marcuse

Live from the Shaping America’s Next 25 Summit, Love Rutledge sits down with Josh Marcuse, co-founder of Globally, to discuss the power of mission-aligned careers, tri-sector leadership, and how to scale authentic communities of impact.

00:49 – Meet Globally co-founder Josh Marcuse: From DoD to Google 

03:03 – Why Globally was founded + the power of community

05:44 – Four themes shaping the future

10:40 – How to get involved with Globally and its networks

12:19 – A call to future founders: Build your own mission-driven community

Globally is a nonprofit committed to building communities of emerging leaders united by a shared mission: tackling the world’s toughest challenges. The Shaping America’s Next 25 Summit brought together more than 150 leaders and partners to collaborate on securing the future, strengthening public service, and preparing the next generation with the tools, insights, and networks needed to lead for the next 25 years. The FedUpward Podcast is proud to partner with Globally.

Whether you're a federal employee or a future founder, this conversation is packed with inspiration and insight. And stay tuned for more conversations from the summit! 

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0:00 9:05

207. UMGC Career Expo for Feds

Guests
Justin Hasty
Keywords
federal employees career development UMGC online degrees tuition discounts career expo job security skill growth

Free UMGC Career Expo for Feds on June 16

Join me in welcoming back Justin Hasty from the University of Maryland Global Campus (UMGC) to the podcast as he shares how federal employees can take charge of their careers—no matter where they’re starting from.

Whether you’re concerned about job security or simply looking to grow your skill, UMGC offers:

  • 100% online degree and certificate programs

  • Up to 25% tuition discounts for federal employees and their families

  • Flexible learning options designed for working adults

PLUS: A Free Career Expo on June 16

UMGC is hosting a hiring event on Monday, June 16, from 11 AM-2 PM at College Park Marriott (3501 University Blvd E, Adelphi, MD 20783).

Register and upload your resume here: https://umgccareerexpo.vfairs.com/ 

Whether you’re facing a reduction in force or just ready for what’s next, you don’t have to do it alone. Don’t forget to like, subscribe, and share with someone in the federal community who could benefit from this conversation. 

00:49 – Welcome Back, Justin Hasty of UMGC

01:23 – Why UMGC Works for Federal Employees

03:19 – In-Demand Degree & Certificate Programs

04:37 – Tuition Discounts for Feds & Families

05:08 – Career Expo Details (June 16)

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0:00 7:44

206. Questions Every Fed Should be Asking Right Now

Keywords
public service federal employees burnout community mentoring reflection thrive

Questions Every Fed Should Ask Right Now

Hi Friends -  I’m back after a short break to reconnect with all of you during Public Service Recognition Week. This episode is a call for reflection and an invitation to ponder where we are as federal employees right now. With so much change happening across the federal workforce, these are the questions to ponder:

Why did you join public service?
What’s keeping you here?
And what do you need to not just survive—but actually thrive?

Whether you’re navigating burnout, considering your next move, or trying to hold space for others doing the same, I hope this conversation gives you a moment to pause and check in with yourself. Finding community, supporting each other, and focusing on mentoring the next generation of public servants is crcuial—even when things feel heavy.

Tune in, take a breath, and remember: you're not in this alone.

00:00 Intro

00:50 Update

1:51 Why Did You Join Public Service?

02:47 Why Are You Still Here?

03:39 What Do You Need to Succeed?

04:34 Who’s Your Community?

05:27 What Are You Contributing to the Future?

06:43 Closing Thoughts & Resources

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0:00 14:14

205. Northeastern University Open House for Feds April 2nd 2025

Guests
Jamie Jones Miller
Keywords
Northeastern University Arlington Federal Workforce Upskilling Reskilling Cybersecurity AI Data

Northeastern University Arlington is Meeting the Moment for the Federal Workforce 

This week, we welcome Jamie Jones Miller, Dean and CEO of Northeastern University Arlington, back to the show as the federal workforce faces historic shifts. Before her inaugural role at Northeastern University Arlington, Jamie spent over 20 years in the defense industry, from Capitol Hill to the DoD. The national security insider has brought her expertise to grow the workforce’s next generation.

Jamie shares how her team is preparing today’s federal employees, military-connected individuals, and contractors for tomorrow’s tech-driven challenges through upskilling, reskilling, and policy-smart programs in cybersecurity, AI, data, and more.

00:00 Intro

02:00 From Capitol Hill and the Department of Defense to Academia: Jamie Jones Miller’s Story

04:39 Upskilling & Reskilling at Northeastern University Arlington

06:29 Customized Offerings to Meet the Current Federal Workforce Challenges

08:17 Jamie’s Experience Upskilling (and Why You Should To)

10:25 Upcoming Events and Offerings for the Federal Workforce

To browse programs and offerings at Northeastern University Arlington, click here: https://arlington.northeastern.edu/

Federal, Military, and Veteran Benefits: https://arlington.northeastern.edu/academic-programs/scholarships/

🗓️ Upcoming Federal + Military Open Houses:

📍April 2, 4:30–7:00 PM

🔗 Register: https://connect.northeastern.edu/portal/military_open_house?linkId=100000347700091

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