Management

Grand Canyon National Park Turns 100: How a Place Once Called ‘Valueless’ Became Grand

The Grand Canyon, which marks 100 years as a national park on Feb. 26, 2019, is known today as an iconic natural wonder. But early European visitors weren't impressed.

Management

Trump Calls for Unity but Highlights Divisions That Sparked Shutdown

In his state of the union address, the president praised the work of some federal employees, criticized others for misbehavior.

Management

Study: Federal Workforce Is on the Verge of Catastrophe

Without a significant overhaul, agencies may fail to provide adequate services when they are needed most, researchers found.

Management

USDA Economists Seek to Unionize Amid Relocation Effort

Employees at the Economic Research Service describe the plan to move the agency outside of D.C. and under the Office of the Chief Economist as an "existential threat."

Management

Getting Close With Employees Can Backfire On Bosses

New research reveals potential problems with bosses and employees becoming too close and how to avoid them.

Management

Trump’s End Run Around Senate Cabinet Confirmation

In a wide-ranging TV interview, the president explained why he prefers acting secretaries over permanent ones—an arrangement that flouts the U.S. Constitution.

Management

The Quiet Heroism of Mail Delivery

After a natural disaster, courier services such as USPS and UPS help communities return to a sense of normalcy.

Management

Science Foundation Plays Catch-Up on 111 Deferred Grant Reviews

Agency that hands out $20 million a day plans for a second potential shutdown.

Management

With Private Care Push, Trump’s VA Bucks Lawmakers and Some Veterans Groups

The administration proposed new rules on paying for more veterans to see private doctors, but the lack of details makes the fiscal impact unclear.

Management

Belichick Versus McVay: An Age-Old Question Of Leadership

Even though young leaders and old leaders may have different approaches, one isn't necessarily better than the other. But in order to succeed, a leader better be able to bridge generational divides.

Management

House Armed Services Members Challenge Pentagon on Climate Change

Democrats ask Defense chief for revisions to report, citing statutory requirements.

Management

The Various Plans to Avert Future Government Shutdowns

Lawmakers have a lot of ideas to keep the government running, aside from passing spending bills on time.