Management
Obama: Federal Employees Will Be Hit Hard by Shutdown
Feds “will be hurt greatly,” president says in urging action to prevent funding crisis.
Management
Washington Navy Yard to Remain Closed Tuesday
Only essential personnel will be allowed into the complex as shooting investigation continues.
Management
Lamenting a "Senseless Act of Terror" While Praising the Response
President pledges to honor service of victims.
Pay & Benefits
Obama Issues Plan for 1 Percent Pay Raise Next Year
Move comes in the absence of congressional action on ending the three-year federal pay freeze.
Defense
Ex-Air Force Chief to Lead Effort to Slash Defense Headquarters Operations
Review aimed at 20 percent budget cut for the Office of the Secretary of Defense and elimination of overhead positions.
News
Tell Us How You Really Feel About Workplace Communication
Are your bosses talking to you? And are you getting the message?
News
When Drinking on the Job Makes You Better
In-office imbibing used to be common. Was that true in government, too?
News
The Highest-Performing Operation in Government
Would you believe a federal office has been called the most efficient in the world?
News
Hey, Let's Move Federal Employees to Detroit!
A modest proposal for solving the bankrupt city's financial woes.
News
Obama on Management Reform: It's a Private Matter
President says his new reform agenda will be driven by private sector leaders.
Editor's Notebook
Breaking Ranks
A shortsighted decision to shut down a senior executive bonus program.
News
Obama Breaks Ranks With Senior Executives
A shortsighted decision to shut down a senior executive bonus program.
News
Meeting Your Goals in a Time of Austerity
A key OMB official takes your questions about getting the most from your teams while cutting costs.
News
Management and the Romney Transition That Wasn't
The would-be president would have had a relatively small transition staff dedicated to federal management issues.
Editor's Notebook