How Will My Retirement Be Calculated?
I have 15 years under CSRS and 15 under FERS. How will my retirement be calculated?
What Do Federal Employees Think of President Obama’s Job Performance?
Based on the results of a recent survey, FedSmith.com users overwhelmingly rated President Obama’s job performance to date as “poor.”
The Ugly Side Effect of Tracking Your Accomplishments
Do you track your accomplishments? The author says that doing this could actually prove to be counterproductive in the long run.
Supreme Court Sides With TSA Air Marshal
The Supreme Court has issued a decision siding with a TSA air marshal who was fired by the agency for revealing to a reporter an operational agency decision canceling certain air marshall missions in the middle of a heightened high jacking alert.
2015 State of the Union Transcript
The full transcript of President Obama’s State of the Union speech given on Tuesday, January 20, 2015.
Comp Time vs. Credit Hours
I would like to better understand the differences between the two types of Premium Hours. What are the rules dictating how credit hours and comp time are earned, accumulated and used? What are the relative advantages and disadvantages for each?
Constructing a Retirement Income Plan
There are many factors to consider when constructing a strategy for retirement. Through the use of detailed examples, the author outlines some of the most crucial sources of income federal employees are most likely to have in retirement which they need to take into account when devising their own retirement income plans.
What Do Feds Think of Obama’s Paid Parental Leave Policy?
FedSmith.com users indicated in a recent survey that they like the president’s proposal to give a new paid parental leave option to federal workers.
An Army Combatives Instructor Gives You 3 Tips for Living with the Warrior’s Spirit
What can you learn from an Army combat instructor about leadership and advancing in your career? As the author illustrates, more than you might imagine. Here are three tips that will help you not only in your job but in your day-to-day approach to life.
Confirmation of Special Supplement After 30 Years of Service
I’m retiring with 30 years of government service with the military and as a firefighter. Can you confirm my percentage of special supplement?
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