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Real Jobs, Real Money and Real Politics: Political Reality Hits Home for Feds

FedSmith.com author Ralph R. SmithBy Ralph R. SmithMay 13, 2003 12:00 AM Categories Federal Workforce News Leave a comment

The political environment has changed dramatically for federal employees as unions speak out on their behalf. Most aren’t aware of the changes but they will be impacted by these changes.

“Excuse Me, Is That Your Pig In The Airplane Seat?”

FedSmith.com author Ralph R. SmithBy Ralph R. SmithMay 11, 2003 12:00 AM Categories Federal Workforce News Leave a comment

Animal rights, accommodating disabled passengers, and travel regulations can all meld together into a strange mixture. Here is an example of some unusual regs.

Attrition Rate at Veterans Benefits Administration is 17 Percent. Why? No One Knows

FedSmith.com author Ralph R. SmithBy Ralph R. SmithMay 11, 2003 12:00 AM Categories Human Resources Leave a comment

The attrition rate at VBA for certain employees is about 17 percent. GAO recommends collecting data and analyzing why this is occurring.

Are Americans Getting Fatter? Just Ask the FAA

FedSmith.com author Ralph R. SmithBy Ralph R. SmithMay 5, 2003 12:00 AM Categories Federal Workforce News Leave a comment

The average American is getting heavier. The FAA won’t let planes fly if there is too much weight on board. The result will probably be fewer of us can get on a plane at one time.

April Stock Fund Returns Cheer TSP Investors

FedSmith.com author Ralph R. SmithBy Ralph R. SmithMay 4, 2003 12:00 AM Categories Federal Workforce News Leave a comment

The three stocks funds of the TSP are up substantially in April.

Do Feds like the FERS retirement plan?

FedSmith.com author Ralph R. SmithBy Ralph R. SmithMay 4, 2003 12:00 AM Categories Federal Workforce News, Retirement Leave a comment

Most respondents believe the FERS system is at least as good or better than private sector retirement programs but there are a number of aspects about FERS they don’t like.

TSP Stock Fund Investors Cheer April Returns

FedSmith.com author Ralph R. SmithBy Ralph R. SmithMay 1, 2003 12:00 AM Categories Federal Workforce News Leave a comment

The TSP stock fund will show a positive return for April–one of the best months for TSP stock investors in a long time.

GAO Says Government HR Structure is Broken — Supports Pay-for-Performance and Pay Banding

FedSmith.com author Ralph R. SmithBy Ralph R. SmithApr 30, 2003 12:00 AM Categories Human Resources Leave a comment

The federal HR system is broken says GAO and supports changes, including pay-for-performance and pay banding if key elements are in place to support these new systems.

MSPB to OPM and HR Community: Your Vacancy Announcements Stink

FedSmith.com author Ralph R. SmithBy Ralph R. SmithApr 27, 2003 12:00 AM Categories Federal Workforce News Leave a comment

Federal job vacancies have a lot of potential but currently a wasted potential. The MSPB has recommendations to OPM and HR directors on how to improve them.

Military Housing is Improving Thanks to Private Sector Investment

FedSmith.com author Ralph R. SmithBy Ralph R. SmithApr 23, 2003 12:00 AM Categories Federal Workforce News Leave a comment

Privatizing the military housing program has resulted in more and better housing for military personnel and their families

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