Relationships in the Public Sector

“In this day and age, the public and the government entities that serve them
must work together in the decision-making process. Each has a role to play
in creating workable solutions.”

The public sector work environment is complex with many levels and many more restrictions that are found in the private sector. Relationship-building is the key to success. Learn the techniques that can improve performance and help you manage
the stresses of this many layered work environment.

Relationships with:
• The Public
• With and between local governments
• With and between regional governments
• The Provincial government
• The Federal Government

Issue Analysis:
• History and context
• Level of Intensity
• Stakeholders
• Best practices identification
• What is possible

Community Interaction:
• Stakeholder identification and contact
• Issue presentation and analysis including limitations
• Town hall meetings
• Facilitated sessions
• Focus groups

Summary and analysis of Interaction
Recommendations for Issue Intensity management
Recommendations for managing expectations
Recommendations for practice and policy changes