Features
Everything is Changing
The Internet of Things alters the behaviors of citizens and creates challenges for the governments who serve them.
Management
The Complete Guide to Working Out Before Work
Here are some tips for rising early and lacing up.
Management
Patent Office Exec Tried to Force Subordinates to Hire a Relative's Fiancé
Commerce watchdog says executive should have known of U.S. code prohibitions, recommends better training for hiring managers.
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Pew Study Shows Continued Shifts in Statehouse Reporter Ranks
But the state capitol landscape for reporters varies greatly nationwide.
Management
How to Avoid Having to Fire Your Best Employees
Even in the smallest of businesses, new managers need to be well managed themselves.
Oversight
An 'Industrial Spill' Has Closed Part of the U.S. Capitol Building
EPA and HAZMAT crews are on the scene.
Management
The $3.7 Billion Obama is Seeking Won’t Stop the Surge of Desperate Child Migrants
Violence and poverty in Central America are among reasons child migrants cross.
Oversight
Obama Has a Habit of Upending State and Local Politics With His Cabinet Picks
San Antonio Mayor Julian Castro's confirmation to head HUD is the latest example.
Oversight
New Firing Process Could Make Things Worse at VA
Some of the reforms Congress is weighing could give more power to miscreants over their inferiors.
Management
Before You Fly Off the Handle at Work, Consider This
Emotions can override the rational part of the brain.
Oversight
Obama on Border-Crisis Fix: 'This Can Get Done Next Week'
President urges congressional leaders to quickly approve a $3.7 billion plan for border security.
Oversight
Play of the Day: The Odd Side Effect of Colorado Legalizing Pot
Obama met some some interesting people in Denver.
Nextgov
97 Percent of Key Industries Doubt Security Compliance Can Defy Hackers
Utilities and energy companies are more focused on preventing downtime than thwarting breaches.
Employee Policy
OSC resolves two Hatch Act cases
The Office of Special Counsel said two Hatch Act cases referred to the organization by federal agencies have been resolved with "significant disciplinary action against federal employees."
Employee Policy
Defense, security-focused agencies accounted for most FY13 hiring
The federal government hired about 77,000 new employees during the last fiscal year, with about four out of five hired by defense and security-related agencies, according to hiring statistics analyzed by the Partnership for Public Service.
Employee Policy
Hackers broke into OPM databases
Chinese hackers gained access to some Office of Personnel Management databases, apparently seeking files of those who have applied for top secret security clearances.
Management
The Federal Government Lost 40,000 More Employees Than It Gained Last Year
Most new hires are going to the Defense and Veterans Affairs departments.
Nextgov
Why It Costs $1.7 Billion to Computerize Immigration Forms
USCIS awards new contract to turn around long-delayed digital casework system.
Management
Agencies’ $106 Billion in Improper Payments an Ongoing Briar Patch
Pentagon, HHS and IRS cite progress on prevention, new bid to detect fraud.
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