Management
Agencies Risk Backsliding If They Can’t Institutionalize Innovation
There’s a growing gap between what people expect from government services, and what they actually experience.
Management
Amid the Firestorm Over Comey Come Charges of Hatch Act Violations
FBI chief’s handling of Clinton email probe draws blasts from Democrats, prosecutors.
Management
To Jumpstart Your Career, Don't Exceed Expectations — Rebel Against Them
Don't go along just to get along.
Management
Feds Cautioned to 'Remain Vigilant' After Oregon Occupiers Acquitted
In internal memos, agency leaders say they are 'profoundly disappointed' in jury's decision.
Pay & Benefits
VA Awarded More Than $177 Million in Fiscal 2015 Bonuses
The average individual performance award for senior executives was around $10,000.
Management
It Shouldn’t Take Feds 6 Years to Approve Major Infrastructure Projects
The Obama administration has made progress in untangling a complicated nest of requirements that spans 18 agencies.
Management
Poll: Feds Think Clinton Would Manage Government Better Than Trump
But they don't expect either candidate to run a transparent administration.
Management
The ‘Legitimation’ Crisis: Why Have Americans Lost Trust in Government?
"The painful effects of globalization and political corruption have decayed Americans' trust in the federal government.
Management
Just 65 Percent of Feds Commit to Staying During a Trump Administration
A new survey shows the presidential election will drive some feds out of government.
Management
White House Announces 15 New Leadership Development Fellows From Top Career Ranks
Defense, GSA, and NASA each earned two slots among second class of emerging leaders.
Management
Clinton Significantly Widens Lead Over Trump Among Federal Employees, Poll Shows
Former secretary of State’s favorability has improved significantly, while Trump’s has worsened.
Management
That Focusing Trick Good Leaders Use To Stay On Task
Don’t let the crisis of the moment distract you from equally (or more) important matters.
Management
Digital Services Aren’t Just Nice to Have, They’re Central to Public Service
It’s not about updating websites or building apps, it’s about meeting the needs of citizens.
Management
A Knife Attacker at the U.S. Embassy in Kenya was Disarmed and Reportedly Shot
A police officer stood over the man, lying motionless on the ground, and shot him at point blank range in the head, a witness said.
Management
Risk Reduction and Branding Are Really About One Thing: Doing the Right Thing
Ultimately, you’re not the one telling your story—the people who witness your actions will do that.
Management
A Guide to Hacking Your Brain So It Can Remember Anything
"Cramming the night before a test is impossible if you're really trying to learn.
Management
Obama Exceeds Hiring Goal For Disabled Federal Employees
The government has hired nearly 110,000 new disabled employees over the past five years; disabled workers are now 14.41 percent of the entire federal workforce.
Management
Wildlife Agency Paid a Steep Price for Armed Occupation: $6.3 Million
Ten months later, two facilities remain closed.
Management
Is the Collapse of Productivity in the Developed World Really Close at Hand?
A shrinking and aging population might drag down growth—unless technology steps in.
Management