Pay & Benefits

Obama Seeks 1 Percent Pay Raise for Feds

Fiscal 2014 budget plan also proposes a 1 percent salary increase for military.

Management

3 Governments Playing on Human Nature to Improve Program Performance

Principles of behavioral economics are influencing how governments approach new policy.

Management

The Rutgers Basketball Fiasco: Leadership, Responsibility and Accountability

Lessons learned from last week's big sports story.

Management

Federal Leadership is on the Decline

New research sheds light on which agencies have the best, and worst, leadership.

Management

Budget Director Nominee Wants More Emphasis on Management

Sylvia Mathews Burwell lists improved efficiency and effectiveness among goals.

Oversight

Mailing Experts Hit Capitol Hill as Lawmakers Negotiate Postal Reform

Industry reps differ on pricing but all agree reform is necessary.

Management

Budget Will Propose Program Cuts, Consolidations to Save $25B

Plan to curb duplication and waste will 'go further' than past requests, official says.

Management

What to Expect in Obama’s Budget

The White House is unveiling its 2014 spending plan on Wednesday.

Tech

New Era for Energy Department Expected Under a Secretary Moniz

Obama's nominee faces a Senate confirmation hearing Tuesday.

Pay & Benefits

Retirement Claims Continue to Surge

OPM received more than double the number of new applications in March than it anticipated.

Management

Virginia Contractor Sends WARN Act Layoff Notices

Company hasn’t faced actual cuts to contracts yet, spokesman says.

Management

The 5 Agencies with the WORST Leadership in Government

These agencies are reported to have the least effective leadership in government.

Management

The 5 Agencies with the BEST Leadership in Government

These agencies are reported to have the most effective leadership in government.

Management

What You Can Learn from Google's Most Popular Training Course

A look at Google's training course, "Search Inside Yourself."

Management

Obama: Budget Will Reduce the Deficit Without 'Aimless, Reckless' Cuts

President says his proposal will not hurt middle class or seniors, despite targeting federal employees and retirees.