Management
Defense Management Chief Reportedly On His Way Out Over Performance Problems
John Gibson was working on reductions in headquarters overhead and largest-ever financial audit.
Management
Who In Government Is Asking ‘What Works?’
There is no single individual at agencies who is tasked with speaking up when what we’re doing isn’t working.
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How the U.S. Can Effectively Share Threat Information With Other Nations
A new report draws lessons from U.S. and European experts on how best to build trust and effectiveness in exchanging insight across borders.
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Federal Union Accuses VA Official of Illegal Taping of Deliberations
Labor and management had been negotiating over a provision that bars the recording of bargaining discussions.
Management
The Number of Top Career Execs Leaving Government Nearly Doubled in Trump's First Year
HUD and Education saw the highest turnover rates.
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How to Learn Absolutely Anything, According to a World Expert
Plus tips for overcoming procrastination and building your memory.
Management
Three Communication Styles That Can Derail Your Career
How not to be your own worst enemy.
Management
Analysis: Bob Woodward's New Book Shows How Broken the Trump Administration Really Is
The revelations indicate a depth of disgust and disrespect between the president and his top aides far more extensive than already known.
Management
EPA Doubled Spending on Administrator's Security Without Justification, IG Finds
The agency never identified any threats against former chief Scott Pruitt.
Management
Trump Names 28-Year Career Employee to Run Park Service
Raymond Vela earns mixed reviews from advocacy groups.
Management
Who is Accountable for Agency Performance?
Performance management is best seen as a puzzle—one the government hasn’t yet been able to put together.
Management
The Upsides to Delegating
All too often a crisis happens before a leader realizes they could have done a better job of sharing responsibility.
Management
MSPB Highlights Best Practices in Performance Management
Timely feedback, employee autonomy and a sense of purpose all contribute to better performance, morale.
Management
FEMA Misses Hurricane Damage Reported On Twitter
A new report shows that FEMA estimates failed to capture almost half of the Hurricane Harvey damage reports people provided using social media.
Management
A Year After Hurricane Harvey, Some Texans Are Using Outdated Flood Risk Maps To Rebuild
Hurricane Harvey swamped much of Houston in 2017, but now the city is authorizing construction in zones at high risk for flooding.
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Workers With Open Office Seating Are Less Stressed
Having your own corner office may be the dream, but is it good for your health? New research finds that there are better setups for less stress.
Management
Analysis: ‘Medicare for All’ Is a Fantasy
But the surge in support for the idea gives Republicans the chance to offer a coherent alternative.
Management
White House Expected to Keep Postal Task Force Report Secret Until After Midterms
The president has already reviewed the recommendations, three sources told Government Executive.
Management
Federal Official Boosted Use of Private Prisons; Now He Has a Top Job at One
The revolving door at the Bureau of Prisons raises ethical questions.
Management