Layers of Problems Drive Morale Issues at the Department of Homeland Security
What drives morale in an agency? The author analyzes the situation at DHS.
Jeff Neal
Reflections on 41 Years in and Around Government
The author reflects on lessons learned from a long and successful career with both the government and private sector.
Why You Should Care About the Grand Challenges in Public Administration
NAPA has identified Grand Challenges for public administration. The author explains their significance.
Is Telework on the Way Out?
Some leaders see telework as a great benefit that leads to more productivity; others think it just creates problems. Which view is correct?
Move Agency Headquarters Out of DC? Only if You Want Them to Fail
The author says that typical arguments in favor of relocating agencies outside of DC generally do not pass muster.
The Oath of Office and What it Means
What does the oath of office taken by federal employees mean? The author shares his thoughts.
Shake Up Government With an Agile Organization and Workforce
The author says that the trends in government’s HR policies add up to a lot of risk in its ability to compete for talent as it deals with an aging workforce.
It’s Time for a Cabinet Level Management Department
The author says it is time to put a department in place to focus on management in government.
Job Stress Getting to You? You Are Not Alone
Federal employees often face stress in their jobs. These are some of the ways agencies help their employees to manage it.
Reskilling And Upskilling Offer Opportunities and Challenges for Agencies and Employees
The author talks about “Reskilling” and “Upskilling” and what this means for federal agencies and their employees.
