Written by Will Jones
In an era of increasing public scrutiny, shrinking trust, and rising complexity in government work, emotional intelligence is no longer a soft skill. It is a survival skill. Dr. Kamara’s work arrives at a moment when public administrators are being asked to carry more responsibility with fewer emotional tools. This book gives language and legitimacy to that invisible burden.
Emotional intelligence is often framed as a private-sector leadership skill. But in If Only You Knew What Goes on in My Head at Work, Excellent-Strategies-Dr-Thomas-A-Kamara brings this conversation, where it has long been missing, to public administration.
Government professionals are expected to make impartial decisions under constant scrutiny. Yet behind every policy choice, meeting, and memo lies an unspoken reality: administrators are human. They carry emotions, doubts, values, and survival instincts into every decision they make.
Dr. Kamara’s book explores this internal reality with rare honesty.
Emotional Intelligence in Public Service
Unlike traditional leadership books, this work is written specifically for public administrators, civil servants, and government professionals. Dr. Kamara argues that public service requires continuous emotional self-management, often without acknowledgment or support.Rather than focusing on theory, the book introduces three practical emotional strategies that help professionals:
- Navigate pressure and political accountability
- Maintain objectivity without emotional suppression
- Make clearer decisions under stress
These strategies are grounded in real workplace experiences, making them immediately relatable and applicable.
Why This Book Is Different
What sets If Only You Knew What Goes on in My Head at Work apart is its clarity. Dr. Kamara avoids jargon and instead explains emotional decision-making in plain language. He shows how stress, fear, pride, and loyalty subtly influence behavior—often without conscious awareness.By naming these internal processes, the book empowers readers to respond rather than react.
Who Should Read This Book?
This book is ideal for:- Public administrators and civil servants
- Government managers and policy professionals
- Anyone interested in emotional intelligence at work
Ultimately, it validates what many professionals feel but rarely articulate. Emotional intelligence, Dr. Kamara shows, is not optional in public service; it is essential.
