Management
Trump’s Budget Office Nominee Draws Fire for Partisan Stance on Oversight
Senate Democrats blast OMB pick, but find FEMA and regulatory nominees more amenable.
Management
How to Create Time in a Packed Schedule
For many of us, summer can be the busiest and most hectic time of the year.
Management
Patent Office Chief Suddenly Resigns
Michelle Lee grappled with patent “trolls” and telecommuting problems.
Management
Trump Tweets His Choice for FBI Director
The president names Christopher Wray, a former assistant attorney general for the Justice Department’s criminal division, and personal attorney for Chris Christie in the Bridgegate scandal.
Management
Executive Branch Vacancies Jeopardize Trump's Planned Reforms
The ability of career officials to step into the breach is limited.
Management
Government Isn't Just Another Brand To Be Marketed
The focus on image is misplaced—actions speak louder than words.
Management
Senate Approves Bill To Speed Up VA Firing
House expected to take up Senate measure and send it to Trump’s desk.
Management
Appointee Watch: Trump, Senate Trade Barbs
Navy secretary, special counsel nominees announced.
Management
You Can’t Run Government Like ‘a Great American Company’
But with the right approach, the Trump administration does have a real opportunity to transform it.
Management
Five Plead Guilty in IRS Agent Impersonation Scheme
Justice Department and IGs continue targeting illicit call centers in India.
Management
You’re Probably Taking the Best Part of Your Office Job for Granted
Once you hit your 30s, marriage and kids can make it hard to spend time with your friends. Thankfully, there's a solution: Hanging out with your friends at work.
Management
How Some People Stay Motivated and Energized At Work—Even When They Don’t Love Their Jobs
It's not about high salaries or personal growth.
Defense
New Air Force Secretary Sounds a Lot Like the Old One
In her first Washington event, Heather Wilson says the service needs new planes, faster.
Management
As Trump Criticizes Response to London Attacks, Key U.S. Security Jobs Remain Vacant
From the head of the FBI to dozens of jobs in the Defense Department, Trump has not filled crucial positions.
Management
Trump Proposes Air Traffic Control Privatization
Functions would move from FAA to private nonprofit funded by user fees.
Management
How to Create a New Federal Pay System Fair to Both Taxpayers and Employees
The Trump administration appears to be serious about reform, but it won’t be easy.
Management
Telling Secrets is a Power Move
It can be a display of dominance and status—when it works.
Management
Private Defense Companies Are Here to Stay – What Does That Mean For National Security?
For-profit corporations are deeply embedded in US national security infrastructure – and they're not going anywhere."
Management
Most Feds Say Agencies Aren’t Interested in Their Ideas
More than 70 percent surveyed said their agencies rarely or never seek their input on improvements.
Management