Management

Teens Blame Michelle Obama for Their 'Nasty' Tater Tot-Free Lunches

Schools want USDA to loosen new guidelines.

Management

Lessons From Emergency Managers: Why It’s Important to Like People

Some leadership qualities don't involve expertise.

Nextgov

The Samsung Galaxy Contract the State Department Doesn't Want to Talk About

Department officials want smartphones for the World Cup, the Pan Am Games and the 2016 Olympics.

Nextgov

Consultant Lists DHS’ Most (and Least) Annoying Contracting Officers

GovTribe has produced scorecards for government acquisition staff.

Management

5 Things Leaders Can Do Right Now to Make Government More Efficient

The inherent flaws go beyond labor, resources or technology.

Nextgov

11-Month Defense Health Record Contract Awarded to Leidos

The $70 million AHLTA deal is a bridge until the long term sustainment contract.

Management

Uncle Sam Sheds More Jobs in April, But Rate of Loss Slows

The federal government overall lost 3,000 jobs last month, continuing a long-term downward trend in federal employment.

Defense

Customs and Border Protection to Hire 2,000

Border agency recruits officers at air, land and sea ports amid general trend of federal downsizing.

Management

The Blowout U.S. Jobs Report for April in Two Simple Charts

The big picture shows workforce growth, but federal government losses.

Nextgov

TechAmerica, ITI Settle Dispute Over Employee and Member Poaching

Agreement details are confidential; TechAmerica initially sought $5 million in damages.

Nextgov

Phoenix VA Director Put on Leave After Secret Wait List, Patient Death Allegations

A House Committee for Veteran's Affairs hearing earlier this month revealed that 40 vets may have died while waiting for care.

Management

12 Tips for Creating Efficient Two-Pizza Teams

The obvious candidates aren’t necessarily the best contributors.

Management

New Diplomacy Museum Will Showcase More Than 'A Bunch of Pens'

GSA and State select a contractor to create pavilion near the National Mall for more than 6,000 artifacts.

Management

Defense Acquisition Reform Could Include Pay Hikes for Program Managers

Pentagon deputy Kendall says “people matter” more than organizational policies in cutting weapons costs.

Nextgov

The FCC Chief Just Told the Cable Execs to 'Put Away Their Party Hats'

The chairman warned the industry it faces tough regulation should it abuse its newfound internet leeway.

Management

The Top 10 Trust Terminators

Here are some surefire ways to undermine your employees and their loyalty.

Management

15 Easy Ways to Beat Anxiety Now

Some changes throughout the day can keep you from feeling overwhelmed.

Management

How 3 Agencies Managed to Award More Contracts Despite the Sequester

Bloomberg study found increases in spending at Education, Treasury and HUD.

Management

How to Recognize the Signs of Your Need to Control

You may be hampering your employees’ ability to be their best.

Pay & Benefits

More Buyouts and Possible Reform at Broadcasting Board of Governors

BBG announces another round of incentives for employees to leave, as a House panel considers legislation to significantly restructure the agency.