Leading through change: Preparing for government transition

| McKinsey Direct

The ongoing presidential transition is set to reshape the landscape of the federal government. In January 2025, more than 4,000 federal leadership positions could turn over, creating ripple effects across every agency.1 Amid this period of change, the continuity of critical government services—such as disaster recovery, veteran services, and small-business loans—will depend on the effective leadership of senior civil servants.

Government transition can often be slow and reactive, but it doesn’t have to be. By taking a proactive and strategic approach to change, public sector leaders can seize the opportunity to advance their agency’s mission and build the foundations for lasting change.

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