Management
What Any Leader Can Learn From Pope Francis
Author of new book describes Francis as the most authentic leader he has ever seen.
Management
What Grover Norquist Learned at Burning Man
The anti-tax activist came away from the Nevada desert party with an appreciation for its demand for "radical self-reliance."
Tech
Even Supreme Court Justices Cite 'Internet Facts' (Just Like the Rest of Us)
A new study finds that Supreme Court justices often cite briefs whose facts come from dubious sources.
Management
Annals of the Security State, Presidential-Vacations Edition
Protecting modern presidents is a legitimate and crucial goal. Here is some of what it ends up meaning in practice.
Management
Want to Thrive? 5 Lessons From Zeke About How to Live Well
Another perspective on how to live in the moment and when to move on.
Oversight
Homeland Security Spent Millions on Vehicles It Rarely Used
The department lacks a central tracking system, which makes it difficult to enforce governmentwide policies.
Management
Halliburton to Pay $1 Billion for BP Oil Spill
The majority of the settlement will go to local residents and businesses who were seeking damages from the multi-billion dollar behemoth.
Nextgov
Next CTO Reportedly Waiting for Security Clearance
Google exec Megan Smith said to be the White House’s top choice.
Management
White House Touts Regulatory Neighborliness With Canada
The goal is to reduce economic barriers.
Management
Risk Management: Creating Organizational Self-Defense
How to head off problems before they become a full-blown agency scandal.
Management
The White House’s Roster is Starting to Resemble Google’s List of Former Employees
Obama administration is looking to another pool of private-sector talent to boost the staff.
Management
To Be More Productive at Work, Put a Plant on Your Desk
The greening of offices that had previously been “lean” was associated with a 15% increase in productivity.
Management
Buckets of Ice Water Brought in More ALS Funding in 30 Days Than the Government Did in a Year
Donors around the world gave more than $100 million in the past month through the Ice Bucket Challenge.
Defense
National Guard Turns to Food Banks Because Rick Perry Hasn't Paid Them
The National Guard troops Texas Gov. Rick Perry ordered to the U.S. Mexico border last month are using food and gas aid from a local food bank because they haven't been paid in weeks.
Management
The Federal Agencies Most Often Accused of Discrimination
The Labor Department was at the top of the list for Cabinet-level agencies.
Management
Why a Government Shutdown Is So Unlikely
The move would be electoral suicide for Republicans.
Nextgov
As Todd Park Becomes Top Tech Recruiter, What's Next for CTO Role?
Park’s departure leaves a job opening in Washington -- one with unclear requirements.
Management
Three of the Most Common Delegation Ah-ha's
You can’t continue to operate as if you’re personally responsible for everything that happens.
Management