Management

New Research Shows the Very Human Heart of When, Why and How We Fail

It also suggests there are ways we can reframe the problem to achieve success.

Management

How a Generational Shift is Putting New Demands on Managers

As Baby Boomers exit the workforce, the subsequent “youth bubble” has big implications for leaders.

Management

Trump Pulls Out of Thursday Debate After Argument With Fox

Just days before the Iowa caucus, he announces boycott over “wise-guy” press release.

Management

Former VA Senior Executives Will Learn Their Fate By Feb. 1

MSPB has to issue a decision by Monday on whether to uphold or overturn the demotions of Diana Rubens and Kimberly Graves.

Management

D.C. World War I Memorial Design to Honor Common Soldier

Concept for adaptation of Pershing Park might still be tweaked by agencies.

Management

Do Workers Slack Off More When the Economy's Better?

During recessions, employees may feel a need to work harder to keep their jobs—but there’s also less work to do.

Management

ISIS, Global Threats Boost U.S. Arms Exports

Lockheed Martin, the world’s largest defense contractor, reported strong export growth, and it’s not alone.

Nextgov

With Lockheed Deal, Leidos Now the Government’s Largest IT Provider

As part of the deal, Lockheed Martin will receive $1.8 billion in cash from Leidos and will own a majority – 50.5 percent – equity stake in the company worth $3.2 billion.

Management

OMB, Agencies Need to Read the Fine Print in 2016 Budget

The omnibus budget passed by Congress in late December contains some performance management surprises.

Management

VA Secretary Says Job Performance Standards Have Been ‘Too Low’

Too many "outstanding" evaluations don’t make sense for an agency that gets low ratings from employees, Bob McDonald says.

Management

Obama's Executive Actions on Solitary Confinement in Federal Prisons

The president has announced new measures to reduce the use of restrictive housing in federal prisons.

Management

Lawmakers Seek IRS Explanation for Destroyed Hard Drive

Senate and House chairmen cite “troubling record” of losing documents related to lawsuits.