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
Controversial Background Check Contractor Tries to 'Set the Record Straight'
USIS makes the case it should not be banned from continued government work.
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
VA Chief Shares Recruitment Concerns, Reform Plan, and His Cell Phone Number
Bob McDonald wants everyone to know he really values transparency and feedback.
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.
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