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Suppose, after inauguration, President Donald Trump did impose a federal hiring freeze, easier firing and no more union work during regular hours. What might that effect be after 100 days? For one perspective, Federal News Radio's Eric White spoke with Bob Tobias, professor in the Key Executive Leadership Program at American University, on Federal Drive with Tom Temin.
December 29, 2016 -
Suppose, after inauguration, President Donald Trump did impose a federal hiring freeze, easier firing and no more union work during regular hours. What might that effect be after 100 days? For one perspective, Federal Drive with Tom Temin turn to Bob Tobias, professor in the Key Executive Leadership Program at American University.
December 06, 2016 -
The political rhetoric is getting somewhat worse as the election draws nearer. Both candidates are promising programs and benefits that few believe they can actually deliver on. All of this comes at the expense of a solid, sober look at public management. Bob Tobias, professor in the Key management Program at American University, offers his take on Federal Drive with Tom Temin.
November 07, 2016 -
For the better part of 15 years, the Army has canceled and otherwise dis-invested in new technologies and capabilities. That means its soldiers work with old equipment and capabilities increasingly matched by potential adversaries.
October 19, 2016 -
Cybersecurity fatigue and governance are two fields researchers are looking into to learn how to improve cybersecurity in the government.
October 18, 2016 -
The new administration is going to have to hit the ground running if it wants to accomplish anything. But new administrations often bog down early. Why? And how can they hope to avoid it? Bob Tobias, a professor in the Key Executive Leadership Program at American University, explains it to Federal Drive with Tom Temin.
October 14, 2016 -
Nora Bensahel, distinguished scholar in residence at American University, and retired Lt. Gen. David Barno, a distinguished practitioner there, are co-authors of The Future of the Army, published by the Atlantic Council. They walked Federal Drive with Tom Temin through some of the budget challenges the Army currently faces.
October 11, 2016 -
The House just passed the Government Reform and Improvement Act of 2016, which would institute performance management, secure information systems, and lengthen probationary periods for career employees. Bob Tobias, professor in the Key Executive Leadership Program at American University, tells Federal Drive with Tom Temin the bill as a bit of a grab bag.
July 12, 2016 -
These days, the cybersecurity education industry is barely keeping up with demand. Joining the Federal Drive is Bill DeLone on why the best college programs emphasize the practical and not just the theoretical.
July 07, 2016 -
Marine Corps graduates of the USMC Command and Staff college have a new opportunity for continuing education. That's thanks to a partnership between the Corps and the American University. James Goldgeier, dean of AU's School of International Service, tells Federal Drive with Tom Temin distance learning classes will give officers the chance to get new perspectives on modern warfare.
June 22, 2016 -
Public policy creation and implementation will be the chief tasks of next year's new administration. Bob Tobias, professor in the Key Leadeship program at American University, joins Federal Drive with Tom Temin to discuss some ways on how to make it happen effectively,
May 19, 2016 -
Longstanding problems persist in the government because they are difficult. Bob Tobias, professor in the Key Executive Leadership program at American University, tells Federal Drive with Tom Temin a technique called action learning can change that.
April 21, 2016 -
The Department of Justice has petitioned the Supreme Court to hear a case that could impact presidential appointments and thousands of federal employees.
April 18, 2016 -
Recent research shows a mismatch between what federal managers think and what constituents think when it comes to customer service. Bob Tobias, founder of the Key Leadership Program at American University, shares his insight on Federal Drive with Tom Temin.
March 10, 2016 -
If Presidents thought more like chief executive officers, then perhaps so many of the big management snafus wouldn't happen. That's the view of Bob Tobias, founder and development director of the Key Executive Leadership program at American University. He shared the details on Federal Drive with Tom Temin.
February 29, 2016