Lessons Learned in Navigating VA Disability Claims: A Guide for Veterans
Veterans often find it challenging to file VA disability claims, but Veteran Service Organizations (SVOs) can help. Here’s a step-by-step guide to maximizing what they offer.
Posts By Stewart R. Fearon, PMP
LinkedIn vs. Facebook
LinkedIn and Facebook are not the same thing and should be treated differently. LinkedIn is a networking tool, and Facebook is a social network. It is important to understand the difference and use them each appropriately.
How to Prepare for the Silver Tsunami
Learn how knowledge management can help your agency prepare for the Silver Tsunami.
How to Deal with Difficult Employees
Every employee has the right to file a complaint. If you feel like their claims are false, make sure you follow these steps.
Telework – The Good, the Bad and the Ugly
Telework has fallen in and out of favor. This article briefly looks at the good, bad and ugly sides of telework and offers some ideas on how to make it work for you.
Lean Six Sigma – The Basics
This article discusses the origin of Lean Six Sigma (LSS), how it works and why it is important for government employees.
What You Need to Know About FE Certification
This article discusses who needs to obtain and maintain Facilities Engineering (FE) credentialing; why FE certification is necessary and provides information on how to earn the FE certifications.
Employee Development – Make it a Priority
In a fiscally constrained environment, one of the first things managers cut is the training budget. This is counterproductive because it limits productivity and reduces Employee Engagement (E2). The Sasha Corporation estimated the average cost to hire and train a new employee is over $9,000. An effective training program can improve performance, productivity, and retention.
Strategic Planning: The Path to Success
Strategic planning can set an organization on the right path to realize its vision.
Lessons Learned as an Absentee Landlord
Sometimes being a government employee involves relocation, which can leave you with the decision to become a landlord or not. This featured blogger learned a lot from his decision to rent.