Commentary
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A lot of people who retired last year or earlier this year probably wish they hadn’t. Most are living on less.
July 08, 2020 -
The president's June 26 executive order modifies qualification and classification standards to eliminate degree requirements where possible, and eliminating reliance on applicant self assessment questionnaires. Will it make a difference? Maybe.
July 07, 2020 -
Thanks to the coronavirus' hit on the world economy, the number of federal workers and retirees with million-dollar Thrift Savings Plan accounts now stands at 47,219.
July 07, 2020 -
Ryan Huss, the Director of Operations for Parabilis, explains how a well-thought out financial and debt plan helps small business government contractors scale
July 03, 2020 -
The annual Feds Feed Families drive takes a national problem to the local level.
July 03, 2020 -
While your still working for the federal government, the Thrift Savings Plan is a great place to watch your retirement nest egg grow, while you are paying some of the lowest administration fees in the business.
July 02, 2020 -
Agencies are stepping up to meet the telehealth challenge that has emerged virtually overnight. At the same time, agencies are looking ahead to future requirements by identifying digital infrastructure technologies that can deliver superior patient outcomes.
July 01, 2020 -
Suppose your charming but kind of flaky son or granddaughter inherited a large sum of money, maybe as much as six figures, as soon as this month?
July 01, 2020 -
In April, I reflected on our current situation and the role of the procurement system. The changes in the government’s operating dynamic have been staggering and, in all likelihood, will continue.
June 30, 2020 -
For many members of the Greatest Generation, the battle against the coronavirus will be their last big test.
June 30, 2020 -
With the increased attack surface created by remote work, it's never been more critical that organizations revisit their cyber policies and the training they offer to employees.
June 29, 2020 -
Contractors, feds, and friends came together on two wheels to help two worthy causes.
June 29, 2020 -
Many agencies are on the right path towards becoming data-driven at a senior level. But this top-down approach only solves half the challenge. To truly become a data-driven organization, agencies must embrace a bottom-up approach as well.
June 26, 2020 -
A reminder on some of the constructive ways to bring about positive change.
June 26, 2020 -
Would you be willing accept a lower pay rate, and maybe a reduced FERS retirement benefit, if it meant you could work from home for the rest of your career? For some people, on both…
June 25, 2020