Management

Brain Connections Predict How Well You Can Pay Attention

Understanding why the mind wanders.

Management

How to Get More Dads to Take Paternity Leave: Pay Them

There are many research-backed reasons for parents to take leave.

Management

Thanksgiving Comes During a National Debate Over Syrian Refugees

Last November, politicians sparred over Obama’s executive action on immigration. This year, it’s the Syrian refugee debate that’s tapping into concerns about American identity.

Management

Jane’s World: The Daunting Role of a Middle Manager

Efficiency, engagement and innovation start in the middle.

Tech

How a Digital Swat Team Drove Home Obama’s College Scorecard

The administration brought in techies after three years of controversy.

Management

The Kasich Campaign Releases Trump Attack Ads

The Republican frontrunner has surged in the polls by taking a tough stance on immigration—and if critics want to stop him, that’s what they need to attack.

Management

Why Poor FITARA Grades Are a Good Start

The first round of ratings provides critical benchmarks.

Management

Thanksgiving at the White House: The Menu Changes More Than the Silverware

On the president's holiday table, tradition and politics intersect with culture and design.

Management

What Every Presidential Candidate Needs to Know About Government

A new directory for aspiring chief executives aims to inform their thinking.

Management

White House Climate Envoy: 'Now Is Our Time'

Todd Stern can’t bear to think about failing to strike a climate-change deal in Paris next month.

Management

IRS Should Rethink How It Audits the Rich, Watchdog says

Agency has improved focus and fairness but needs better quality reviews, watchdog says.

Management

Obama: Paris Climate Summit is 'Rebuke to Terrorists'

He and French President Hollande on Tuesday reaffirmed the U.S. and France’s “unity of purpose” in defeating the Islamic State.

Management

Want Innovation? 10 Tips for Senior Leaders

Make it possible for staff to wildly succeed, because of you.

Management

Investment in Senior Executive Training Pays Off

A well-trained SES cadre is key to organizational success.

Management

GSA Has a Message for Mayors: Let’s Work Together

Administrator Roth wants to align the agency’s operations with the economic development plans of local partners.

Management

Citing a Broad Risk of Terror Attacks, State Has Issued a 'Worldwide Travel Alert'

It's an upgrade from the previous lower-level advisory.

Management

Achieving Joined-Up Government

Digital strategies to fix fragmented public services.

Management

Play of the Day: More on Donald Trump's Hair

The candidate's coiffure is once again a topic for late-night jokes.

Management

When Top Feds Cash In, They Lead by Example

Lucrative contracts and consulting positions are luring more than long-serving feds.

Management

Donald Trump's Eventful and Fact-Free Weekend

The Republican frontrunner claimed Muslims in New Jersey cheered 9/11, defended the beating of a black protester, and circulated false and racially-charged crime stats. And that was just since Friday.