Management

Examine the Beliefs That No Longer Serve You

When you find yourself blaming others for your woes, it’s time to ask yourself a few questions.

Management

The U.S. Defense Industry Wants an Arms-Export Czar

AIA proposes the appointment of a single official or government body to shepherd deals through the Defense, State and Commerce Departments — among other changes.

Management

The Fine Print of Trump’s Collective Bargaining Executive Order

The edict establishes an interagency labor working group, with no employee group involvement, to develop common collective bargaining agreement language and negotiating strategies.

Management

GAO Maps Out Agency Spending on Climate Change

OMB disagrees with recommendation for special review of program overlap.

Management

Why the President’s Management Agenda Is Different From Previous Plans

A former federal executive and veteran of previous reform initiatives believes the current agenda has staying power.

Management

Largest Federal Employee Union Sues to Block Official Time Executive Order

The American Federation of Government Employees argues that the edict violates the First Amendment, exceeds presidential power.

Management

How to Keep Your High Performers Happy

Plus, ways to prevent toxic workers from corrupting your team.

Defense

Pentagon Needs More Accurate Cash Management, Watchdog Warns

Defense chief financial officer disagrees with proposal for multiple-agency approvals.

Oversight

The White House Is Not Complying With Inquiries From Government’s Top Watchdog

The Trump administration did not respond to a GAO letter about not responding to its investigations.

Management

The True Scope of the Disaster in Puerto Rico

A new survey of the island’s residents finds a much higher death toll from Hurricane Maria than previously reported—putting it on par with one of the worst natural disasters in recent American history.

Management

Career Reinvention May Save Your Health and Life

The management practices in many environments take a significant toll, physically and emotionally.

Defense

The Air Force Is Waiting a Year for Parts That It Could 3D-Print

Its chief weapons buyer is mulling licensing arrangements to allow third-party manufacture.

Management

Could Ditching Rectangular Desks Improve Oppressive Open-Plan Offices?

"It’s nice not to have to to sit across from someone and have the ability not to stare at them all day."

Management

20 Words That Make It Harder For People To Understand You At Work

For “thought leaders” who remain “laser focused” on a few overused phrases, here’s a plea to retire jargon—in language that speaks to you.