Management
Are You Ready for the Next Organizational Crisis?
An engaged workforce is key to minimizing the distraction and disruption when things go wrong.
News
John McCain Goes Straight Talk Express on Defense Personnel Reform
Republican senator riffs on "abysmal" USAJOBS site and the Pentagon’s "perverse bureaucratic culture."
Management
Scientific Judgment , USFWS and the Fate of Yellowstone’s Grizzlies
The grizzly bear of Yellowstone is expected to be delisted from the Endangered Species Act. But a survey of grizzly bear researchers finds flaws in how wildlife experts evaluate scientific data.
Management
Why Stress is More Likely to Cause Depression in Men Than in Women
Social stress is a main cause of depression, and women, in general, experience more stress than men. But new research suggests men may be more vulnerable to depression caused by stressful events.
Management
Looking Under the Hood of Annoying Management Speak
Going forward, perhaps we ought to cut office patois some slack – it greases the wheels of business, after all.
Management
Are Agencies Up to the Task of Managing Electronic Records?
New findings show no lack of vision, but a shortage of corresponding skill sets.
Management
Obama Signs FOIA Reform and Announces New Transparency Steps
Lawmakers from both parties welcome reforms some doubted would ever happen.
Management
Your Meetings Should Include Less Talk
Facilitating silence can be a powerful tool for bringing out the best thinking from those around you.
Management
The White House Has a New Data-Driven Criminal-Justice Project
This is the latest in a series of initiatives aimed at reform.
Management
Federal Agencies Continue to Shed Security Clearance Holders
Most reductions have come from cleared individuals without access to sensitive information.
Pay & Benefits
SES Performance Award Spending Cap Will Increase to 7.5 Percent in October
The change is part of a series of Obama administration reforms to improve the Senior Executive Service.
Management
It’s Time to Cut the Long Lines for Government Services
Nobody likes to wait for service, but we seem to reserve a special level of ire when waiting for government services. There’s a way to change that.
Management
Clinton Technology Plan Promises 'Smarter' Government
Former secretary of State becomes first presidential candidate to back implementation of DATA Act.
Management
A Canadian Trumpathon
Questions about the presumptive Republican nominee dominated a press conference of North America’s top leaders, culminating in a rant by President Obama.
Management
Four Ways to Boost Citizen Engagement
Connecting with the public goes beyond updating a website or posting to Facebook.
Management
Should Border Agents Scroll Through Foreigners’ Facebook Profiles?
A proposed change to a common U.S. customs form would allow the government to vet travelers’ social media accounts.
Management
Why the Clinton-Obama Road Show Is Launching in a Different State
The switch in their first joint campaign appearance is a reflection of the Democrats' confidence—and her lead in the polls.
Management
How to Field Questions From the Public Like a Pro
Surprise people with your humanity and accountability.
Management
Nominee for OMB Deputy Slot Promises Focus on the Presidential Transition
Senators quiz Mayock on management challenges, “midnight regulations.”
Management