Your mission is clear and it matters.

Why isn't your team aligned?

Budget constraints tighten and turnover accelerates. Bureaucracy slows progress needed to move the mission forward. You're serving with fewer resources and internal friction is costing results. The problem isn't your people's commitment. It's the mindset holding them back.

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Only 22% of agencies retain top talent

You've implemented performance systems, training programs, and engagement initiatives. But the same patterns persist:
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Talent Leaves

Top talent moves to other agencies or the private sector
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Silos

Silos prevent critical cross-functional collaboration
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Burnout

Poor performers are tolerated and high performers are exhausted
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Disconnection

Employees feel detached from leaders and disengage

The real problem?
The inward mindset.

The inward mindset is a singular focus on my department, priorities, and constraints—at the expense of others. It shows up as:

>  Turf protection instead of collaboration
>  Compliance instead of innovation
>  Excuses instead of problem-solving

 

 

This isn't about incompetent civil servants. It's about dedicated people working in ways that inadvertently erode the trust, accountability, and agility your agency needs to serve the public effectively.
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Drive mission success with proven federal expertise

With a proven track record across agencies and the military, Arbinger equips federal leaders with the tools to shift mindset and deliver sustainable results.
Leadership Development
Leadership
Development

Equip leaders with the mindset to navigate change, scarce resources, and competing priorities while building high-performing teams.
Employee Retention
Employee Retention & Engagement

 Create a culture where employees feel valued, see their impact, and want to stay, improving retention and reducing costly turnover. 
Strategic Planning
Strategic Planning & Execution

 Develop strategic plans that mobilize your workforce, align efforts across departments, and dramatically accelerate mission results.

Federal partnership credentials:
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45+ years working across federal agencies and the military
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Fully compliant with federal regulations and policy directives
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Federal clients achieve cost savings in the tens of millions of dollars
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Proven ability to work effectively within federal acquisition requirements 

What happens when our federal clients shift mindset:
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boost in leadership responsiveness within a 6,000+ employee agency
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 Best Place to Work ranking for a large government agency three consecutive years
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 decrease in turnover in an agency after 16 months working to shift mindset

SUCCESS STORY: BUREAU OF PUBLIC DEBT

See what happens when leaders turn outward

 

"Arbinger's work is fundamental and foundational. It is the foundation upon which everything else can be built."

Van Zeck
Commissioner of the Public Debt

 
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Federal tools designed for government leaders

Our federal government tools help your leaders and teams navigate conflict, enhance relationships, and boost work efficiency while maintaining compliance with federal requirements.

Four Tool Categories:

  • Developing accountable people
  • Fostering a collaborative culture
  • Reducing friction & creating trust
  • Providing strategic leadership
See the tools in action

 Ready to create a top federal workplace?

Equip your agency with the mindset needed to drive engagement, improve retention, and achieve your mission effectively.

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DISCLAIMER: While the Arbinger Institute has worked with thousands of organizations, the testimonials or case studies should not be interpreted as an endorsement by the US Federal Government or any Federal Agency.