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To Email, or Not to Email? That is the Question!

FedSmith.com author Joe SwerdzewskiBy Joe SwerdzewskiMarch 16, 2021 8:28 AM
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When should supervisors use email to communicate with employees, and when should it be avoided?

Credibility – Who’s Telling the Truth?

FedSmith.com author Joe SwerdzewskiBy Joe SwerdzewskiMarch 5, 2021 9:51 AM
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How can you tell when somebody is telling the truth? The author shares some advice from his extensive legal career.

“I Do Solemnly Swear” – The Oath of Office and What It Means

FedSmith.com author Jeff NealBy Jeff NealJanuary 6, 2021 11:51 AM
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What is the oath of office, and what does it mean for federal employees?

Can You Be A Good Negotiator?

FedSmith.com author Joe SwerdzewskiBy Joe SwerdzewskiNovember 27, 2020 10:18 AM
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Do you have what it takes to be a good negotiator? The author shares his basic rules for excelling at negotiating.

What is Your Relationship with Money?

FedSmith.com author Dallen HawsBy Dallen HawsJune 15, 2020 11:16 AM
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What are your feelings about money? The author says how you use this important tool can help you achieve your life goals.

7 Keys To Handle A Crushing Failure

FedSmith.com author Martha (Austin) WilsonBy Martha (Austin) WilsonJune 11, 2020 8:08 AM
Close up of a person's hand holding an index card that reads 'every failure is a step to success'

When you don’t get something you were really hoping for, how do you work to move past the disappointment? These are some steps you can take.

Career Federal Employees in Forefront of COVID-19 Effort

FedSmith.com author Ralph R. SmithBy Ralph R. SmithApril 15, 2020 10:55 AM
Words 'coronavirus 2019-CoV' on a black background next to a stethoscope

Two long-time federal employees are front and center amid government efforts to contain the COVID-19 coronavirus.

The Morning Stand-Up: An Old Military Staple Promotes Productivity During a Pandemic

By Jeffrey J. LorekApril 15, 2020 8:46 AM
Close up of a woman's hands holding a small notepad and pen as she takes notes while standing

The author describes a practice he learned in the military known as the morning stand up and discusses how it can help in this new remote work era.

Reflections on 41 Years in and Around Government

FedSmith.com author Jeff NealBy Jeff NealDecember 15, 2019 7:43 AM
Words 'never stop learning' written on a small chalkboard leaned up against a wall on a desk next to a stack of school books

The author reflects on lessons learned from a long and successful career with both the government and private sector.

Weathering the Storm of 360 Feedback

FedSmith.com author Martha (Austin) WilsonBy Martha (Austin) WilsonNovember 20, 2019 10:27 AM
Person's hand writing '360 feedback' on a black surface next to a round yellow arrow going in a circular direction

Are you using 360 feedback constructively? The author explains a better way to utilize it.

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