Management
Has Technology Killed Courtesy at Work?
For all the connecting we do, we've never been more out of touch.
Management
HHS chief violated law restricting political activity, OSC finds
Sebelius says she has since changed event’s designation, repaid government for travel costs.
Management
Workplace Whiners and the Other Coworkers You'll Know
Today in The Wall Street Journal Sue Shellenbarger discusses a type of coworker you've surely had the occasion to work with, assuming you've been working in an office environment for any time at all. This is, Shellenbarger writes, the "workplace whiner."
Management
House passes bipartisan bill to improve Uncle Sam’s customer service
Agencies would have to collect feedback, appoint customer relations reps.
Oversight
Romney campaign denies acting rashly on Libyan situation
Advisor says tough criticism was meant to set in motion a larger debate.
Management
Video: DoD's Deputy Chief Management Officer on the Importance of Decision Making
Deputy Chief Management Officer for the Department of Defense spoke with Excellence in Government on her leadership journey.
Oversight
Romney talks troops, Afghanistan at National Guard conference
The GOP nominee focuses on topics he bypassed in his convention speech.
Oversight
Play of the Day -- Courting the Hip-Hop Voter
Will Snoop Dogg and Nicki Minaj tip the outcome of the 2012 election?
Defense
DHS not properly protecting federal buildings, report finds
Facility oversight isn't following guidelines or vetting guards.
Defense
Obama orders stepped-up security at diplomatic posts
In wake of Libya attack, president praises efforts of civilian employees overseas.
Management
Obama statement on the attack in Libya
U.S. Ambassador Chris Stevens and three other Americans were killed in Benghazi.
Management
U.S. ambassador killed in Libya
J. Christopher Stevens and three other embassy staff killed in Benghazi attack.
Management
Three Ways to Increase Your Influence
Most leaders, no matter how great their positional power, have to learn how to influence others to actually get things done.
Oversight
IRS defends implementation of health care law
Deputy commissioner tells GOP critical number of staff involved is 859.
Management
IRS awards whistleblower $104 million in offshore banking case
National Whistleblower Center calls it the largest amount ever to an individual.
Oversight
Pelosi blames Boehner for fiscal cliff
The House Democratic leader's remarks came after Boehner expressed doubt that a fiscal cliff deal will be reached.
Pay & Benefits
Lawmaker seeks temporary postal reform in continuing resolution
Congress is still at odds over how to fix financially ailing Postal Service.
Management
Defense industry planning pre-sequestration layoff warnings
Contractors send notifications despite Labor Department guidance to the contrary.
Oversight
Outgoing senator on why he told Obama not to back Simpson-Bowles budget plan
Kent Conrad feared GOP would 'reflexively' oppose the proposal.
Management