Organizational culture is the hidden force that makes or breaks reform, and without the right patterns of behavior, mindset, and meaning even the best strategies fail. This article explores what culture really is, why it matters, and how leaders can intentionally shape it with ACJI’s new IDEATE Organizational Culture Academy offering practical tools to turn culture talk into culture action.
Roughly 70% of people experience Imposter Syndrome, the belief that success feels undeserved and the fear of being “found out.” Learn where it comes from, how it affects leaders at every career stage, and strategies to move from self-doubt toward resilient, values-driven leadership.
Becoming a supervisor is a shift in identity, not just a change in title. This post explores how justice system leaders can grow into that role with clarity, purpose, and the support they deserve.
Work-life balance sounds ideal, but it often sets us up to feel like we’re failing. In our recent Learn@Work LIVE webinar, Dr. Alex Walker encouraged justice professionals to shift their focus from balance to alignment by prioritizing energy, attention, and values over perfection. Explore key takeaways and practical tools to help you lead and live with intention.
Discover how to turn strategic planning from a once-a-year document into a daily discipline that drives real results. These 8 practical tips from implementation expert Dr. Nicholas Powell will help your agency stay focused, mission-aligned, and ready to lead with intention.
Maricopa County Juvenile Probation’s Executive Leadership Team participated in ACJI’s Fall 2024 Implementation Leadership Academy, gaining skills to navigate change and enhance leadership. They shared insights on building trust and fostering a culture of innovation.
Belonging cues are a way to encourage connection in the office and when working with clients.
As leaders in human-serving fields, this is an opportunity to apply motivational interviewing (MI) strategies often used in client settings in the office among colleagues.
Strategic planning is a great time for justice agencies and community organizations to reset and generate new team energy.
Friday, September 12, at 12pm MT
In ACJI’s next Learn@Work LIVE, meet Georgia Commissioner Michael Nail and find out what it really takes to align vision with action. Hear how he keeps strategic plans moving forward in the face of complex challenges.