Do Federal Employees Dress Like Slobs?
It may be a surprise to managers in federal agencies but most readers in a recent survey think a dress code for federal employees is a good idea.
Defense Department To Postpone New Personnel System
The Department of Defense announced its plans to postpone implementation of its new personnel management system to incorporate some changes based on input received during recent meet-and-confer meetings with federal unions.
Federal Retirement and Financial Freedom–Understand the Risks and Opportunities
Retiring with the security of having a federal retirement check coming in gives you options that many Americans can only dream about. Having options still requires common sense and good judgment–and knowing what will make you happy.
Federal Community Opens Up Its Heart And Its Purse Strings
Federal government employees and military personnel donated $257 million to the Combined Federal Campaign in 2004, a record for the annual charity drive.
Draft Of GSA Reorganization Plan Released
GSA released a draft copy of its reorganization plan that will consolidate the Federal Technology Service and the Federal Supply Service into one operational unit to streamline federal acquisition services.
Maximum Per Diem Allowances For Travel in Foreign Areas Released
The General Services Administration has posted the maximum per diem allowances for travel in foreign areas on its website for fiscal year 2005.
Not Acceptable! Senators Say Newly Released BRAC Data ‘Insufficient’
Although the Department of Defense has now released certain classified materials concerning the process for its BRAC recommendations, two senators said what was released was insufficient.
OPM Board Takes First Step In Naming Presidential Rank Award Winners
OPM takes first steps to award deserving senior executives with the Presidential Rank Award…
TSP Stock Investors Smiling Over May Returns
Both the C and S funds were up in May along with the F fund and, of course, the usual safe performance of the G fund.
Do ‘Clothes Make The Man?’
Should there be a dress code in federal agencies? Does a dress code have an impace on public image or productivity? Take the latest FedSmith.com survey and share your opinion.
