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Guidelines to Follow When Taking Government Work Home

By Jason KayJun 20, 2011 7:39 AM Categories Leadership Leave a comment

Here are some guidelines to follow if you are allowed to take your government work home with you.

Union Official Time: AFGE Proposes a Blank Check

By Bob GilsonJun 18, 2011 6:02 PM Categories Human Resources Leave a comment

The author says an AFGE official time proposal fails to address accountability or tracking of the time.

How Congressional Budget Cuts May Cut Into Your Retirement Income

FedSmith.com author Carol SchmidlinBy Carol SchmidlinJun 17, 2011 7:08 AM Categories Federal Workforce News, Retirement Leave a comment

Congress is looking at several proposals that would cut into federal employee benefits. The author focuses on some specific ones that would directly impact your financial security in retirement.

Financial Self-Defense: What to Know Before You Make a Decision Using a Financial Advisor

FedSmith.com author John GrobeBy John GrobeJun 17, 2011 6:57 AM Categories Retirement Leave a comment

Using a financial advisor can be a good decision. But, before you select an advisor and in your dealings with the person you have selected, here are a few tips you should know before making a financial decision that could impact your retirement and your financial security.

DOT Inspector General Warns FAA: Don’t Botch Collective Bargaining Agreement Again

By FedSmith.comJun 16, 2011 9:57 AM Categories Federal Workforce News Leave a comment

The Department of Transportation Inspector General will release a report Thursday on the costs associated with the 2009 FAA National Air Traffic Controllers Association (NATCA) Collective Bargaining Agreement and warn FAA not to repeat costly mistakes of the past.

There’s a Law for That: Lawmakers Target Smartphones with Proposed Legislation

FedSmith.com author Ian SmithBy Ian SmithJun 15, 2011 9:58 PM Categories Federal Workforce News Leave a comment

As smartphones become more prevalent in our everyday lives, lawmakers are becoming increasingly concerned that their use may be putting consumers at risk and have begun crafting legislation to regulate the use of the devices.

House Judiciary Committee Approves Balanced Budget Amendment

FedSmith.com author Ian SmithBy Ian SmithJun 15, 2011 7:37 PM Categories Federal Workforce News Leave a comment

On Thursday, the House Judiciary Committee approved a balanced budget amendment to the Constitution to restore fiscal responsibility to federal government spending.

Your Working Life in a Cube: Making the Best of a Difficult Environment

By Steve OppermannJun 15, 2011 6:43 AM Categories Leadership Leave a comment

Many federal employees work in an office “cube” environment. Here are tips on how to get along with your “cube mates.”

Grassley Amendment Would Ban Federal Grants to Tax Delinquents

FedSmith.com author Ralph R. SmithBy Ralph R. SmithJun 14, 2011 8:51 PM Categories Human Resources Leave a comment

Sen. Chuck Grassley (R-IA) has filed an amendment designed to prevent fraud and waste within federal grant programs.

OPM Oversteps Bounds in Telling Agency to Fire Employee Who Wrote Bogus Resume for Wife

FedSmith.com author Mathew B. Tully, Esq.By Mathew B. Tully, Esq.Jun 14, 2011 7:04 AM Categories Federal Workforce News Leave a comment

A recent MSPB decision more clearly defines the disciplinary limitations of OPM.

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