Management
The Rocky Obama-Sanders Relationship
The president and the runner-up to replace him will meet Thursday with a long, rough history between them.
Management
How GSA Is Addressing the Unrealistic Expectations of Small Businesses
The time-consuming pursuit of large multiple award contracts creates major obstacles for small firms.
Pay & Benefits
Panel Recommends New Pay and Benefits System for Much of VA Workforce
The VA’s largest agency should have more flexibility to hire, pay and discipline employees, according to a draft report from the Commission on Care.
Management
Here's What Happens to our Brains When Men and Women Work Together
There are differences in the way men and women cooperate with each other.
Management
Five Reasons You Should Rip the Band-Aid Off Fast
Unless you’re a sociopath, you probably don’t enjoy delivering bad news.
Management
Senate Debates Defense Policy Bill Under Veto Threat, in Part for Acquisition Reforms
Administration says proposed provisions would "micromanage" the Pentagon.
Nextgov
18F's First Agile Award Is For FedRAMP Dashboard
The new contracting approach had been halted by multiple protests.
Management
Let Us Now Celebrate America's Incredibly Low Productivity
Hours and wages both increased despite the productivity dip.
Management
New Balance is Looking to Become the Sneaker Brand of the U.S. Military
Should the sneakers worn by soldiers be made in America?
Management
Hillary Clinton is the First Woman to Become a Major-party Presidential Nominee
Claiming the Democratic nomination for United States president, she fully embraced the magnitude of her milestone.
Management
If You Want Government Programs to Work, Think Like a Designer
It’s about organizing services around the needs of real people.
Management
Bill Would Turn Veterans Health Administration Into Nonprofit Corporation
Legislation released by Cathy McMorris Rodgers would transform the way vets receive care, ease firing of VHA employees.
Management
Another Budget Bump May Be Coming for the NIH
Senate appropriators are once again hoping to establish a pattern of funding increases for the agency.
Management
Remembering Bretagne, the Last Known 9/11 Rescue Dog
The 16-year-old golden retriever was the oldest surviving member of the group of dogs who took part in rescue and recovery operations at Ground Zero.
Management
IRS’ List of Scrutinized Nonprofits Was Larger Than Previously Thought
Lawsuit by Tea Party groups brings out members of class claiming political targeting.
Management
Here’s the Best Day and Time to Hold a Meeting
You don't want your attendees to be tired or distracted.
News
It’s Not True That No One in Congress Takes Government Performance Seriously
Rep. Henry Cuellar does. Just ask him about it.
Pay & Benefits
VA Is a Safety Net For Many Vets, Study Finds
Veterans in 2010 were more reliant on government health care and other benefits than vets surveyed in 2001.
Management
Fish and Wildlife Service Supervisors Disciplined for Retaliation
Maintenance worker blew the whistle on a boss who used agency resources to protect his home.
Management