Management
Why People Fall for Charismatic Leaders
A new book explores how fear, uncertainty, and group psychology lead people to believe leaders who say false things.
Management
White House Accused of Bypassing Rules on Access to Taxpayer Information
Conservative legal group faults Justice Department training, attorneys on loan.
Management
Next Defense Chief Should Make Deputy a Real Manager, Says Business Board
Transition advice from industry chieftains would also elevate Pentagon comptroller.
Defense
Pentagon Urgently Pushing Anti-Drone Tech to ISIS Fight
From mast-mounted radar to drone-jamming guns, the U.S. military’s anti-IED office is rushing to keep up.
Management
Why Big Data is a Big Deal for Government Leaders
A new study shows how real-time analysis is informing decision-making.
Management
Federal Agencies Deploy Thousands of Feds for Hurricane Matthew Response
Employees are working in five states and three countries.
Management
State Department Has a Ways to Go to Achieve Proper Classification of Documents
Inspector general faults training, outdated lists of officials with authority to determine secrecy levels.
Management
Poll: Americans Want Drone Delivery - But Not Yet
Young, urban citizens more interested in the technology, Postal Service IG survey finds.
Management
How to Work With People You Don’t Like
Five approaches for navigating difficult relationships.
Management
Three Best Practices for Creating Effective Talking Points
In the absence of solid, authoritative information, people will make things up.
Management
Consumer Bureau Declared Unconstitutional by Appeals Court
Longtime philosophical opponents cheer ruling on newest agency.
Management
Both Political Parties Believe Next Administration Should Prioritize Performance Management in Agencies
An evidence-based, data-driven approach to policy is the best way to ensure government is operating efficiently and effectively, say current and former government officials.
Management
Contractors Group Files Suit Against 'Fair Pay and Safe Workplaces'
Labor Department regulation blasted for “blacklisting” companies based on allegations; agencies called “not ready.”
Management
To Fight Climate Change, Institute a Four-day Workweek
Reducing the work week is one of the easiest steps we could take to radically reduce our environmental impact.
Management
Messy People Are Tapping Into a Kind of Genius the Tidy Don’t Understand
Stop tidying. Stop it now.
Defense
The Army’s Next Drone May Fit in a Soldier’s Pocket
The service could start buying palm-sized UAVs to complement its Pumas and Ravens as soon as 2018, according to one official.
Management
Americans Are Spending a Fortune on Finding Happiness — and Becoming Less Happy in the Process
In a culture that loves consumerism, happiness has become the ultimate consumer product.
Management
Trump's Promise to Jail Clinton Crosses a Dangerous Line
A candidate who accepted the nomination to chants of “Lock her up!” is a threat to American democracy.
Management
A Psychologist Has Honed a Subliminal Tactic to Get What You Want Before You’ve Asked For It
Be convincing before you even ask the question.
Management