A Welder, a Shipyard, and the Path to Generic Discipline
The disciplinary process in federal human resources is often long and complex. A recent case took a simpler approach.
Robbie Kunreuther
The Oregon National Guard and AFGE Do Labor Relations Differently
The author describes a different but effective approach that the Oregon National Guard has to labor relations.
Performance-Based Actions: How Much Is Too Much?
In what situations is the disciplinary process the best route to take for employees who aren’t performing?
Discipline, Grievances and the Road Not Often Taken
Mediating grievances can save time, money and resolve problems. Why is it not done more often?
Probation in the Time of Pandemic
The author says that during the time of the COVID-19 coronavirus pandemic, effective use of the probationary period is more important than ever.
Reprimands in the 21st Century
Reprimands are as old as federal HR itself. The author proposes some changes that could bring the disciplinary process into the 21st century.
Show Me the Money
How much do disciplinary procedures cost the government? The author explores the question.
A Tale of Two Factors
The author says that federal HR advisors have gotten more cautious in their approach to discipline and often overlook the main focus of solving the problem.
The Shut-Storm’s Silver Lining
The author says that the recent partial government shutdown may have a positive unintended consequence for federal employees.
When EEO Isn’t About Discrimination
The author outlines some of the challenges with EEO cases and his suggestions for improving the process.
