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FedSmith.com Users Think 4% Pay Raise is Fair

FedSmith.com author Ian SmithBy Ian SmithMar 6, 2014 6:48 PM Categories Federal Workforce News, Pay & Benefits Leave a comment

In a recent survey, we asked our users what size pay raise in 2015 would be fair. The majority of respondents said that they thought 4% would be appropriate.

Fat Shaming Is Inappropriate in the Federal Workplace, Sometimes Harassment

FedSmith.com author Mathew B. Tully, Esq.By Mathew B. Tully, Esq.Mar 6, 2014 2:42 PM Categories Court Cases Leave a comment

The author says it is becoming increasingly dangerous to criticize people’s weight. He says federal employees need to consider at what point it becomes unlawful harassment or retaliation when they encounter it in the workplace.

8 Tips on Public Speaking for Government Leaders

By Steve ResslerMar 6, 2014 7:36 AM Categories Leadership Leave a comment

Many of us dread public speaking and indeed, statistics show a vast majority of the popular has a fear of speaking in public. Here are a few simple tips to help you improve this often dreaded task.

Thrift Savings Plan (TSP) Benefits and Challenges

FedSmith.com author Carol SchmidlinBy Carol SchmidlinMar 5, 2014 4:19 PM Categories Federal Workforce News Leave a comment

The Thrift Savings Plan is an important component of your retirement plan, but it’s up to you to utilize it to its full potential. The author offers some benefits and challenges of the TSP as well as some investment approaches to consider.

Stock Funds Rebound in February: Will the Bull Market Continue?

FedSmith.com author Ralph R. SmithBy Ralph R. SmithMar 4, 2014 9:12 PM Categories Pay & Benefits Leave a comment

The stock market decline in January did not carry through into February as stocks continued to go up. The F fund also went up–good news for investors in this fund which had a bad year in 2013.

Opportunity for All: Obama’s 2015 Budget

FedSmith.com author Ian SmithBy Ian SmithMar 4, 2014 2:10 PM Categories Pay & Benefits Leave a comment

The White House released the president’s proposed budget for the 2015 fiscal year today. Here are some of the highlights that are likely to be of most interest to the federal workforce.

President’s Budget to be Released Tuesday

FedSmith.com author Ian SmithBy Ian SmithMar 4, 2014 10:17 AM Categories Federal Workforce News, Pay & Benefits Leave a comment

The White House is expected to release the president’s proposed budget for fiscal year 2015 today. Here are two key components for the federal workforce that will be in the budget.

Groveland Team Praised For Outstanding Service

By Meiko S. PattonMar 3, 2014 9:32 PM Categories Federal Workforce News Leave a comment

During last year’s “Rim Fire,” Sacramento’s Groveland Postmaster Norma Powell and her employees won praise from several quarters for providing assistance to firefighters, fire victims and USPS officials.

Is a Lifecycle Fund the Best Choice for Your Thrift Savings Plan?

FedSmith.com author Ralph R. SmithBy Ralph R. SmithMar 3, 2014 2:39 PM Categories Pay & Benefits, Retirement Leave a comment

Are the lifecycle funds a good investment for you? Here is a summary of how these funds are constructed.

Disrespect for WWII Vet Leads to Firing

FedSmith.com author Susan McGuire SmithBy Susan McGuire SmithMar 3, 2014 3:46 AM Categories Court Cases, Federal Workforce News Leave a comment

A VA employee is fired for verbal and physical abuse toward an elderly patient.

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May 5, 2026

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