Management

Why Government Takes Calculated Risks

We can't exactly ground all flights to prevent crashes, so how can federal managers avoid risk?

Management

Germs Spread Unbelievably Fast in the Workplace

It can take as little as 2 hours for one stomach-flu sufferer to contaminate half of a single office.

Defense

The Campaign Against ISIL Could Outlast Obama's Presidency

The strategy President Obama will outline to the nation to defeat the Islamic State would take three years – if not more – to carry out, officials said.

Management

Bill Clinton Was George W. Bush's Secret White House Whisperer

Former President George W. Bush picked his predecessor's brain twice a year during his second term in the White House, former President Bill Clinton revealed on Monday.

Management

How to Keep Your Smartphone From Taking Over Your Life

Most people can't be more than 5 feet away from their device. It's time to get a grip.

Management

Finally, Some Good News for Federal Recruiters

New poll finds high public confidence in civil servants and support for their career choice.

Management

Mitt Romney Says 'No Question' He'd Make a Better President Than Hillary Clinton

He may not be running for president again in 2016, but one thing's for sure: He knows he'd make a better president than Hillary Clinton.

Defense

ICE Developing Gigantic For-Profit Family Lockup in Texas

Immigration and Customs Enforcement is planning a massive 2,400-bed facility for families in South Texas.

Oversight

White House Sends Spending Wish List to Congress

List includes more money for an experimental Ebola drug and more flexibility for handling the border crisis.

Oversight

Congress Is Back. Its Mission? Keep Government Open.

Lawmakers and aides say not to expect drama this time around.

Management

The New Books to Read This Fall

14 new titles about success, meaning and happiness in work and life.

Management

Federal Hiring Continues Slow Upward Climb

After years of shedding jobs, federal government has not seen a net workforce loss in five months.

Defense

Obama Takes Aim at ISIL, Russia in Fiery NATO Farewell

President Obama reiterated the alliance's support for Ukraine and hatred of ISIL.

Management

Navigating the Tricky Transition From Peer to Manager

Early conversations with other managers and your employees might surprise you.

Nextgov

Is It Worth Creating a Pay Scale for Federal Cyber Pros?

Federal auditors think so, but the Office of Personnel Management says the field is still evolving.

Oversight

Senate Panel Faults 'Bias' of IRS Watchdog

Both liberal and conservative groups were mistreated by tax-exempt division, Levin says.