Management
What Keeps Public Employees In Their Jobs? It’s Not Just Pay
There are several factors more important than money in reducing staff turnover among government workers, a new study shows.
Management
A Personal-Growth Strategy for Effective Leadership
Everyone has weaknesses and character flaws. Leaders who proactively seek help with those challenges will be better executives, managers and colleagues.
Management
It’s Now Easier to Remove Federal Employees with Disabilities
An MSPB decision has opened the door for federal agencies to remove employees based only on stigma and stereotypes.
Management
The IRS Will Need These 4 Things to Succeed After the Midterms
Commissioner-designate Danny Werfel has an opportunity to transform the tax agency, if given the right tools.
Management
Here’s One Way to Help the Executive Order on Advancing Racial Equity Succeed
Minority entrepreneurs would benefit from tools, mentorship and peer support to navigate the complex world of federal procurements.
Oversight
The Best Way to Protect Infrastructure Spending from Waste and Fraud Is to Set Up an Oversight Body—Right Now
The new entity would need sufficient authority and resources to tackle the job.
Pay & Benefits
The Government’s Pay System Needs to Be Fixed. The Federal Salary Council Can (and Should) Lead the Charge.
The former chair of the Federal Salary Council, on behalf of his fellow appointees from the previous administration, discusses why the council should take up unfinished business left over from that administration.
Management
A Missed Opportunity: The Problem With Ignoring Government Performance Information
Federal agencies’ quarterly performance updates, short- and long-term strategic plans, and annual performance reports deserve more attention.
Management
How the Supreme Court’s West Virginia v. EPA Decision Will Upset the Administrative World
The ruling will likely sow confusion and gridlock, and shift the balance of power in an unintended way.
Workforce
The Case for Creating an Older Workers Bureau
An agency focused on seasoned workers could further President Biden’s stated campaign goal of helping people who want to defer retirement continue contributing to society.
Management
Government Leadership and the Power of Mindfulness
By teaching themselves to move beyond impulsive reactions, executives can become more thoughtful—and more effective.
Management
Throwing Money at Infrastructure Projects Is Not Enough
It’s time to invest in the workforce we need to implement the bipartisan infrastructure law.
Management
A Quick Take on the President’s Management Priorities
The president's vision has now been filled out in more detail. Here are some thoughts.
Management
Biden's Management Agenda is the Answer to One CEO’s Plea for Better Government
Robert Shea argues that the President's Management Agenda is designed to remedy dysfunction.
Management
How Federal Agencies Can Improve Americans’ Health and Well-Being
Federal agencies have the opportunity and responsibility to integrate the social determinants of health into their missions and their work.
Management
Making the Case for a Federal Management Corps
The challenges facing the Veteran Benefits Administration may make it a good place to test a Management Corps.
Management
Opinion: USDA’s New Proposed Labor Regs for Contractors Go Way Too Far
The draft rules are meant to prevent companies with labor law violations from doing business with the government, but they are excessive, poorly conceived and probably illegal.
Management
Managing Effectively From Afar: Lessons From Anthropologists During the Pandemic
Federal leaders can learn a lot from anthropologists about observing agency culture and listening to employees.
Management