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The Opioid Epidemic is Finally a National Emergency – Eight Years Too Late
On August 10, President Trump declared the opioid epidemic a national emergency. But we need to do a lot more to prevent this crisis from escalating even further.
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There’s One in Every Group (And How to Make Sure It’s You)
When your to-do list gets longer, it’s easy to fall into the trap of thinking that the only way out is to put in more hours at work. There’s a better way.
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Why Keep State Department Special Envoys?
The secretary of state’s plan to eliminate or merge several high-profile positions has many supporters.
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The Looming Consequences of Breathing Mold
Flooding means health issues that unfold for years.
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A Dangerous Moment for Career Senior Executives
Mass reassignments in the name of “draining the swamp” threaten the integrity of the Senior Executive Service. Good government groups need to speak up.
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Helping Needy Coworkers Can Be Exhausting
Being a team player at work can benefit others. But helping coworkers too much may put your own job in jeopardy.
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None of the 19 Agencies Trump Sought to Abolish Appears in Danger
Congress thus far has preserved their funds as lawmakers face a crammed September calendar.
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Trump’s Harvey Dilemma
The flood insurance program is expiring just as the president and Congress will need to figure out how to fund Houston’s recovery.
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The Uncomfortable, Powerful Truth Every Manager Realizes After Getting a Promotion
"There's less glory the more senior you get."
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Is OPM’s Employee Survey a Valuable Tool?
The forthcoming Federal Employee Viewpoint Survey is likely to show a deterioration in employee engagement.
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How a Disaster’s Economic Impacts Are Calculated
Providing an early estimate of a storm’s costs is generally a pretty rough science, and Harvey is a particularly tough case.
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8,500 Federal Employees Are Aiding the Harvey Response—Here’s What They’re Doing
More than a dozen agencies have deployed workers to help Texas and Louisiana.
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Nearly 60,000 Feds Impacted by Harvey
The Office of Personnel Management is coordinating with local federal executive boards to keep employees informed.
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Hurricane Harvey Dropped So Much Rain That the National Weather Service Added New Colors to Its Maps
There are two new shades of purple to encompass the record rain levels.
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A Guide to Making More Time by Cultivating Everyday Awe
You can have awe-inspiring experiences every day—no major event necessary— and they can make you mentally and physically healthier.
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Federal Agencies Respond to ‘Unprecedented’ Texas Storm
As flooding from Hurricane Harvey devastates Houston and surrounding areas, feds collaborate with state and local officials on rescue and recovery efforts.
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How Women Can Get Kudos For Assertiveness at Work
Findings from a new study on assertiveness and leadership among women at work seem to support Sheryl Sandberg's "Lean In."
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Lack of Political Leadership Could Hamper Harvey Response, Katrina Veterans Warn
While former FEMA leaders express confidence in career staff, they have concerns about interagency collaboration.
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