Management
Donald Trump Attacks a 'Mexican' Federal Judge
The presumptive Republican nominee harshly criticized the judge presiding over a Trump University lawsuit.
Management
Trump and Clinton Want to Bring Back Millions of Outsourced Jobs – Here's Why They Can't
Instead of trying to bring back the old economy jobs that have been lost, the U.S. should focus on training Americans in new skills.
Management
Take It From a Marine: Leaders Ask For Help
My mission was clear. It was up to me to figure out how to do it.
Management
If You Want Your Employees to Be More Productive, Get Rid of Their Chairs
Standing desks could make you a better employee.
Management
Should Airports Privatize Security to Avoid Long Lines?
Some U.S. cities are looking into hiring private contractors and moving away from the TSA after a month of historically long lines.
Management
Your Social Media Habits Could Soon Affect Your Security Clearance
No one’s going to ask for your login credentials, but public information will be fair game.
Management
NASA Is Trying to Figure Out Why its New Inflatable Space House Won't Expand
The space agency has put on hold the scheduled deployment of a new module on the International Space Station after it failed to expand.
Management
Casual Friday and the ‘End of the Office Dress Code’
The day—a celebration of conformity disguised as a celebration of individuality—helped to bring about the current dominance of “business casual.”
Management
Obama: World Leaders Are 'Rattled' By Trump
Speaking in Japan, the president also explained the tense race between Hillary Clinton and Bernie Sanders by saying: “They are in the course of a primary.”
Management
How to Sound Charismatic
A researcher examines how politicians change their pitch and volume to attract voters
Management
Avoiding a Government of Lawyers and Former Congressional Staffers
The next president must look beyond the usual suspects to put together a truly diverse administration.
Management
White House Transition Survivors Regret Neglecting Congress
The candidates’ teams must begin now to prepare for the next crisis.
Pay & Benefits
Want a $10,000 Bonus? Start Looking for Ways to Cut Waste in Your Department
Bipartisan bill that would reward feds who save the government money advances in the Senate.
Management
Does TSA Have Itself to Blame for Its Current Crisis?
The agency's own budget requests have fallen precipitously in recent years.
Management
Mad Max or Shining City on a Hill: Where Are We Headed?
An “alternative futures” exercise for the next administration.
Management
More Executives Aren't Going to Solve Government’s Performance Problem
A proposed law aims to bolster program management but agencies already have the necessary tools—they just need the commitment.
Management
House Passes Bills to Speed Up Sales of Federal Buildings
Bipartisan measures would create a Public Buildings Reform Board and streamline leasing.
Management
MSPB Reminds Agencies They Don’t Need Airtight Proof to Get Suspected Criminals Off the Payroll
If agencies reasonably believe employees committed a crime that could carry jail time, they can suspend them indefinitely without pay.
Management
NOAA: The U.S. Looks Due for a Scorching Summer
Forecasts show above-average chances for high heat on both coasts and in Alaska.
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