http://www.govexec.comen-usWed, 16 Jan 2013 00:00:00 -0500http://www.govexec.com/excellence/management-matters/2013/01/even-second-term-expect-new-appointees/60686/While the transition surely will be on a smaller scale, federal managers still have to prepare for new leadership and shifting priorities.Elizabeth Newell JochumWed, 16 Jan 2013 00:00:00 -0500http://www.govexec.com/excellence/management-matters/2013/01/even-second-term-expect-new-appointees/60686/Management - Management MattersPablo Martinez Monsivais/APhttp://www.govexec.com/excellence/management-matters/2012/12/crafting-office-culture/60252/Managers set the tone in the workplace and can create an environment that will keep employees happy and productive.Elizabeth Newell JochumWed, 19 Dec 2012 02:00:00 -0500http://www.govexec.com/excellence/management-matters/2012/12/crafting-office-culture/60252/Management - Management Mattershttp://www.govexec.com/excellence/management-matters/2012/12/listless-listing/59949/Traditional formats can set you up for failure and frustration.Elizabeth Newell JochumWed, 05 Dec 2012 00:00:00 -0500http://www.govexec.com/excellence/management-matters/2012/12/listless-listing/59949/Management - Management MattersMike Austinhttp://www.govexec.com/excellence/management-matters/2012/11/10-ways-improve-your-public-speaking/59661/Techniques are just as important for addressing small groups as they are for large crowds.Elizabeth Newell JochumWed, 21 Nov 2012 00:00:00 -0500http://www.govexec.com/excellence/management-matters/2012/11/10-ways-improve-your-public-speaking/59661/Management - Management MattersHeymo/Shutterstock.comhttp://www.govexec.com/excellence/management-matters/2012/11/career-conversations/59490/Daily conversations can help employees grow—so they don’t go.Elizabeth Newell JochumWed, 14 Nov 2012 00:00:00 -0500http://www.govexec.com/excellence/management-matters/2012/11/career-conversations/59490/Management - Management MattersRichard Miahttp://www.govexec.com/excellence/management-matters/2012/10/reining-rage/58666/At best, workplace anger can harm your health and your job performance.Elizabeth Newell JochumWed, 10 Oct 2012 00:00:00 -0400http://www.govexec.com/excellence/management-matters/2012/10/reining-rage/58666/Management - Management MattersShutterstock.comhttp://www.govexec.com/excellence/management-matters/2012/10/professional-profiling/58524/Knowing this, and then mastering other techniques, can help you be your best.Elizabeth Newell JochumWed, 03 Oct 2012 00:00:00 -0400http://www.govexec.com/excellence/management-matters/2012/10/professional-profiling/58524/Management - Management MattersIvan Zorichttp://www.govexec.com/excellence/management-matters/2012/09/tips-talking-your-employees/58203/Good communication can eliminate anxiety and promote performance.Elizabeth Newell JochumWed, 19 Sep 2012 00:00:00 -0400http://www.govexec.com/excellence/management-matters/2012/09/tips-talking-your-employees/58203/Management - Management MattersPhotodischttp://www.govexec.com/excellence/management-matters/2012/09/taking-advantage-twitter/58019/The social network offers an unparalleled opportunity for federal managers.Elizabeth Newell JochumWed, 12 Sep 2012 00:00:00 -0400http://www.govexec.com/excellence/management-matters/2012/09/taking-advantage-twitter/58019/Management - Management MattersImage via 1000 Words/Shutterstock.comhttp://www.govexec.com/excellence/management-matters/2012/08/how-manage-remotely/57411/Many managers want to jump on the telework bandwagon themselves.Elizabeth Newell JochumWed, 15 Aug 2012 01:00:00 -0400http://www.govexec.com/excellence/management-matters/2012/08/how-manage-remotely/57411/Management - Management MattersPhotoXpresshttp://www.govexec.com/excellence/management-matters/2012/08/post-game-review/57135/Debriefings provide a unique opportunity to build credibility with industry.Elizabeth Newell JochumWed, 01 Aug 2012 00:00:00 -0400http://www.govexec.com/excellence/management-matters/2012/08/post-game-review/57135/Management - Management Mattershttp://www.govexec.com/excellence/management-matters/2012/07/keeping-projects-track/56976/When a major endeavor is coming off the rails, managers must act quickly and decisively to avoid failure.Elizabeth Newell JochumWed, 25 Jul 2012 00:00:00 -0400http://www.govexec.com/excellence/management-matters/2012/07/keeping-projects-track/56976/Management - Management Mattershttp://www.govexec.com/excellence/management-matters/2012/07/mix-and-match/56702/Group mentoring meets a variety of needs where one-on-one programs fall short.Elizabeth Newell JochumWed, 11 Jul 2012 00:00:00 -0400http://www.govexec.com/excellence/management-matters/2012/07/mix-and-match/56702/Management - Management Mattershttp://www.govexec.com/excellence/management-matters/2012/06/cues-consolidators/56224/Consolidation can bring savings, and GAO is helping managers guide the process.Elizabeth Newell JochumWed, 13 Jun 2012 02:00:00 -0400http://www.govexec.com/excellence/management-matters/2012/06/cues-consolidators/56224/Management - Management Mattershttp://www.govexec.com/excellence/management-matters/2012/06/hosting-videoconferences/56096/Ready for your close-up?Elizabeth Newell JochumWed, 06 Jun 2012 02:00:00 -0400http://www.govexec.com/excellence/management-matters/2012/06/hosting-videoconferences/56096/Management - Management Mattershttp://www.govexec.com/excellence/management-matters/2012/05/collaboration-conundrum/55963/Successful leaders encourage employees to work together without letting it get out of hand.Elizabeth Newell JochumWed, 30 May 2012 02:00:00 -0400http://www.govexec.com/excellence/management-matters/2012/05/collaboration-conundrum/55963/Management - Management Mattershttp://www.govexec.com/excellence/management-matters/2012/05/progressive-discipline/55520/Managers should take steps to help problem employees improve, and protect themselves in the process.Elizabeth Newell JochumWed, 02 May 2012 00:00:00 -0400http://www.govexec.com/excellence/management-matters/2012/05/progressive-discipline/55520/Management - Management Mattershttp://www.govexec.com/excellence/management-matters/2012/04/welcoming-wellness/41806/Managers can make or break health programs.Elizabeth Newell JochumWed, 18 Apr 2012 00:00:00 -0400http://www.govexec.com/excellence/management-matters/2012/04/welcoming-wellness/41806/Management - Management Mattershttp://www.govexec.com/excellence/management-matters/2012/04/federal-feng-shui/41734/Rearranging your workspace with a few principles in mind can bring tranquility and positive energy.Elizabeth Newell JochumWed, 11 Apr 2012 00:00:00 -0400http://www.govexec.com/excellence/management-matters/2012/04/federal-feng-shui/41734/Management - Management MattersRichard Griffin / Shutterstock.com http://www.govexec.com/excellence/management-matters/2012/03/happiness-and-productivity-go-hand-hand/41454/Federal Labor Relations Authority chairwoman oversees dramatic improvement in employee satisfaction and agency performance.Elizabeth Newell JochumWed, 14 Mar 2012 00:00:00 -0400http://www.govexec.com/excellence/management-matters/2012/03/happiness-and-productivity-go-hand-hand/41454/Management - Management Mattershttp://www.govexec.com/excellence/management-matters/2012/03/battling-mind-bugs/41394/Much like a software program, your brain can experience glitches.Elizabeth Newell JochumWed, 07 Mar 2012 00:00:00 -0500http://www.govexec.com/excellence/management-matters/2012/03/battling-mind-bugs/41394/Management - Management Mattershttp://www.govexec.com/excellence/management-matters/2012/02/job-creator/41252/Besides small business, managers also are vital to economic growth.Elizabeth Newell JochumWed, 22 Feb 2012 00:00:00 -0500http://www.govexec.com/excellence/management-matters/2012/02/job-creator/41252/Management - Management Mattershttp://www.govexec.com/excellence/management-matters/2012/02/going-native/41206/Good managers can make a difference in sharpening the critical thinking skills of ‘digital natives’ used to having the answers at the click of a button.Elizabeth Newell JochumWed, 15 Feb 2012 01:00:00 -0500http://www.govexec.com/excellence/management-matters/2012/02/going-native/41206/Management - Management Mattershttp://www.govexec.com/excellence/management-matters/2012/01/intern-inquisition/40848/If you will have summer interns in your organization, now is the time to start developing a mutually beneficial program.Elizabeth Newell JochumWed, 18 Jan 2012 00:00:00 -0500http://www.govexec.com/excellence/management-matters/2012/01/intern-inquisition/40848/Management - Management Mattershttp://www.govexec.com/excellence/management-matters/2012/01/the-new-boss-in-town/35751/Managers must initially establish a climate for change—but not too much or too fast.Elizabeth Newell JochumWed, 04 Jan 2012 00:00:00 -0500http://www.govexec.com/excellence/management-matters/2012/01/the-new-boss-in-town/35751/Management - 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