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A long-time federal-employee advocate reacts to the latest civil service reform gambit

It may not be likely to become law, but a new bill to reform federal civil service shows how deeply some members of congress feel about the issue. Sen….

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The administration’s new telework guidance is far from perfect

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Bob Tobias, professor at the Key Executive Leadership program of American University

The perks of being a wallflower and the rush to get everyone back in the office

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Agency managers have new data about the workforce. Will they make use of it?

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Do federal employees get pay increases regardless of their job performance?

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Bob Tobias, professor at the Key Executive Leadership program of American University

Now that a return to the office is within sight, what the government really needs is a strategy

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Bob Tobias, professor at the Key Executive Leadership program of American University

Good-government groups suggest ways to improve federal workforce under Biden

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The pandemic has changed how federal organizations communicate

Workers may think they’re doing a great job, but they’ve got a lot of boxes to check.

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FILE - In this Tuesday, March 31, 2020 file photo, an entrance to a beach is shown closed, in Miami Beach, Florida's famed South Beach. Memorial Day weekend historically signifies the start of the summer vacation season as families throughout the U.S. plan trips to Florida's beaches and theme parks. Miami-Dade County officials aren't expecting crowds, as the beaches remain closed. (AP Photo/Wilfredo Lee, File)

Long hot summer ahead? Try these cool things

A reminder on some of the constructive ways to bring about positive change.

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Do agency plans for reentry go far enough?

American University professor Bob Tobias joined the Federal Drive with Tom Temin to share his thoughts on how the federal government should reopen its physical offices to employees.

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