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

Kushner’s Curious Plan for a Back Channel

Secret contacts are as old as the Republic, but his suggested use of Russian communications links mystifies diplomats and intelligence analysts.

Management

Summer Makes You More Productive

"Feeling happy and hopeful makes work come a little easier.

Management

Why Mueller Is Taking Over the Michael Flynn Grand Jury

The special counsel is consolidating his control of existing investigations—and may gain leverage over the former national-security adviser in the process.

Management

7 Tips from a Veteran IG

Glenn Fine, a stalwart in the community, appears to have heard his critics.

Management

Sitting Near a High-Performer Can Make You Better at Your Job

But sitting next to a toxic colleague can hurt your career.

Management

VA Secretary Launches Centralized Bid to Combat Waste and Fraud

Shulkin will also explore partnerships with other agencies to curb duplication.

Management

Justice Department Gave Bonuses to Employees Under Investigation for Sexual Harassment

Watchdog finds improper tracking of complaints and inconsistent penalties for substantiated allegations.