Periagoge
Scenario

When your government job becomes emotional labor instead of public service

I got hired as a policy analyst straight out of grad school and after eight months I realize I spend more time managing my boss's emotions than analyzing anything.

More people experience this than they realize.

What we've seen

You are discovering that institutional dysfunction can override professional purpose and personal growth.

Your guide for this
Aurelius
Aurelius works with people navigating exactly this kind of situation.
Ideas that help explain it
Worth thinking about

“Where Are You with Government — Public Administration?”

Peri

Peri can explain why this happens, help you decide if this is the right situation for you, and point toward the right journey or coach.

If this sounds familiar, the Library can help you find the bigger picture.