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FedSmith.com Users Say They Work Harder and Earn Less Than Private Sector Workers

FedSmith.com author Ian SmithBy Ian SmithApr 11, 2012 9:57 AM Categories Federal Workforce News Leave a comment

According to a recent national survey, a significant percentage of American adults believe that federal employees have it easier and earn more money than private sector workers. FedSmith.com users are not in agreement.

The Second Time’s the Charm

FedSmith.com author Susan McGuire SmithBy Susan McGuire SmithApr 11, 2012 2:18 AM Categories Court Cases, Federal Workforce News Leave a comment

A Navy employee fired for misuse of a government travel credit card won at the Federal Circuit Court of Appeals the first time around. After being retroactively reinstated, the Navy fired her again for the same misconduct. This time it sticks.

The TSP Two-Step

FedSmith.com author Ann WertsBy Ann WertsApr 10, 2012 10:44 PM Categories Pay & Benefits Leave a comment

The author outlines some methods you can use to determine if the upcoming Roth TSP option is right for you and your situation.

Halftime in America, Part 1

By Timothy J. ClarkApr 10, 2012 9:39 AM Categories Leadership Leave a comment

The author offers some analysis surrounding some of the recent leadership challenges facing America and the federal government.

Scandalous! Okay, But this Guy is Talented and Has a Future

FedSmith.com author Ralph R. SmithBy Ralph R. SmithApr 9, 2012 12:03 PM Categories Federal Workforce News Leave a comment

The GSA scandal has resulted in embarrassment for the agency, the administration and a few people losing their jobs. On the other hand, the GS9 singer and rapper is a talented guy. Perhaps he has a future that he could only dream about before becoming the focal point of the GSA brouhaha.

A Wake Up Call for Federal Employees

FedSmith.com author Ian SmithBy Ian SmithApr 8, 2012 8:30 PM Categories Federal Workforce News Leave a comment

According to one attorney who represents federal employees, the recent scandal that has plagued the General Services Administration should serve as a wake up call to federal employees who conduct business travel.

‘Voyeurism and Lewdness’ Lead to Suspension of Security Clearance

FedSmith.com author Susan McGuire SmithBy Susan McGuire SmithApr 6, 2012 7:50 AM Categories Court Cases Leave a comment

Nexus was not an issue when a Navy Security Specialist was arrested for taking photos in the wrong places. The arrest led to the suspension of his clearance, and that led to suspension from his job.

Political Reality and Federal Employee Conferences

FedSmith.com author Ralph R. SmithBy Ralph R. SmithApr 5, 2012 9:06 PM Categories Federal Workforce News Leave a comment

If someone came up with a script to embarrass a federal agency, it could not match what GSA has unintentionally done in conveying a negative image of the federal government to the public as the nation is starting to recover from a severe recession.

Pay Your Taxes, or Be Confined to These United States

FedSmith.com author Ian SmithBy Ian SmithApr 5, 2012 2:39 PM Categories Federal Workforce News Leave a comment

A provision buried inside of a federal highway bill would authorize denial, revocation, or limitation of passports of individuals who are seriously tax delinquent.

TSP C Fund Provides Highest Returns in March

FedSmith.com author Ralph R. SmithBy Ralph R. SmithApr 3, 2012 8:49 AM Categories Pay & Benefits Leave a comment

All TSP funds moved up in March with the exception of the F fund which felt the impact of inflation on bond fund yields.

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C Fund $116.5741 +0.81% +6.45%
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L 2055 $23.2981 +0.93% +8.72%
L 2060 $23.2952 +0.93% +8.72%
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