Human Resources
Agency Head Review – The Good, the Bad and the Ugly
By law, bargaining agreements are subject to approval by agency heads. The author lists the good and bad that can be inherent with this process.
Bargaining
Human Resources
How Important are Ground Rules for Bargaining?
Ground rules are important for conducting negotiations in bargaining. These are some suggestions on how to use them effectively.
Human Resources
Why Do People Still Say Impact and Implementation?
What is the problem with saying "impact and implementation" with respect to collective bargaining?
Human Resources
Labor Law and Labor Relations
The author says that to be successful in federal labor relations, you must know both the law and the relationship between labor and management.
Human Resources
Back to Imposing Interest Based Bargaining… Really?
Can interest based bargaining ultimately be successful in the federal sector?
Human Resources
What Are Some Common Mistakes Made in Collective Bargaining?
The author discusses some of the most egregious mistakes he's seen made in the collective bargaining process during his career.
Human Resources
What You Need to Know About Interest Based Bargaining
What is interest-based bargaining, and how can it be used successfully in federal labor relations?
Human Resources
Is Keeping Bargaining History Notes Worth the Effort?
Why should bargaining notes be used in federal labor relations?
Human Resources
President Biden: Are We Committed to Repeat Past Failed Policies in Labor Relations?
The author says the Biden administration appears to be reverting to past labor relations practices. Will it work better this time?
Human Resources
Can Federal Unions Bargain Over Mandatory COVID-19 Vaccinations?
What would a mandatory vaccination for federal employees mean in terms of labor relations?