Management
How Agility Is Driving Government Transformation
Government is notoriously bad at adapting to rapid advances in technology and the shifting expectations of citizens.
Management
Delayed Security Clearance Reforms Could Increase Costs for Agencies
Continuous evaluation could remain a pipe dream as cash-strapped agencies get no guidance from the top.
Management
As Trump Bragged About His Wine, It Was Sold at Shenandoah National Park
An environmental lawyer says the sale could pose a major conflict of interest.
Defense
IG Cites Homeland Security for Abusing Its Power, Blocking Negative Report
One audit finds Trump administration violated court orders when enforcing its initial travel ban.
Management
Retired IRS Chief Koskinen Warns Against Agency Budget Cuts
His only regret about the political targeting fracas is mismanaged communication.
Management
How to Improve Government Customer Experience
More agencies need to move beyond the basics.
Management
The Benefits of Small Talk Outweigh Your Fear of Being Awkward
By chatting with a stranger, you are being seen and acknowledged, and your connection to that one person may remind you of your universal connection to other people.
Management
Senate Rejects Trump's Request for Immigration Enforcement Hiring Spree
Spending measure would cut TSA screeners, but boost Border Patrol.
Management
The Most Important Productivity App Is The One That Stitches Them All Together
Call it the DIY API.
Management
Senate Seeks Much Smaller Spending Cuts Than Trump and the House, at Some Agencies
Republicans approve some separation incentives but look to block others.
Management
'Ask For What You Want and Then Zip It:' Advice For Women Returning To Work After a Career Break
Contrary to popular perception, not all women want to come back part-time after a career break.
Management
Snarky Coworkers Can Ruin Morale, Even When The Boss Is Supportive
An unpleasant coworker's words can have a bigger impact than you'd expect.
Management
Make #GivingTuesday a Day to Remember
The new volunteerism component of the Combined Federal Campaign gives feds another way to support the causes they care about.
Management
Senator Calls On Agencies to Streamline Programs for Entrepreneurs
The Government Accountability Office reported in 2012 that each of the 52 entrepreneur support programs at Commerce, SBA and other agencies overlapped with at least one other program.
Management
State Dept. Defends Management Reforms Against Senators' Complaints
McCain and Shaheen want more consultation with Congress on staff cuts.
Management
Trump Vows Justice (and a Wall) After Border Patrol Agent Was Killed on Duty
Agent’s union says he was attacked and brutally beaten.
Management
The EEOC Just Made It a Lot Easier To File a Sexual Harassment Complaint
The government has created an online portal for initiating complaints.
Management
Joe Biden’s New Memoir Shows a Person Coping With Work Under Extreme Emotional Stress
"Promise Me, Dad" is out this week.
Management