Rethinking Compensation in Federal Hiring
By changing the laws governing recruitment and attitudes about compensation, the government may stand a chance of attracting and retaining highly trained and in-demand professionals as federal employees.
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Millennials in Government – How to Attract the Next-Generation Workforce
The focus now has to be on attracting the next generation of workers to government — but how do you do it?
6 Red Flags To Watch Out For When Hiring Your Next Employee
Drawbacks related to bad hiring decisions are endless. Thus, be mindful of what to look for in candidates during the hiring process. Here are six hiring red flags.
How Unused Sick Leave Impacts Your Retirement Annuity
Of all the benefits provided by the federal government, have you ever stopped to consider the benefits of your unused sick leave?
Measuring Workplace Satisfaction of Federal Law Enforcement
According to a recent review by the Partnership for Public Service, federal law enforcement employees are the happiest in the federal government. Learn where other organizations stand and what you can do to improve happiness at your agency.
DorobekINSIDER Book Club: Eggers’ Delivering on Digital
I love books — I just do. I never get to read as much as I hope, particularly these days, but when one finds a book that causes you to really think… well, that is something that deserves celebration. One of the best ways I’ve found to make books come alive is as part ofRead… Read more »
How “Mandatory Fun” Can Make You a More Productive Employee
As a seasoned professional who has been at an agency for a while, these activities may seem trite, annoying, or just uncomfortable. However for new staff, this may be an intangible but critical factor to keeping them engaged, motivated and improve their productivity.
Skill Set Diversity: The Key to Increasing Team Productivity
Did you know that teams can be more productive than an individual if they are made up of individuals with complementary skills sets?
8 Habits of an Agile, Resilient Professional
Beyond the buzz, what does it mean to be agile or resilient in today’s workforce and why should you care?
Should You Ever Curse at Work?
These days, you’ll hear a lot of advice about how authenticity can lead to career success. But, what if your authentic self is a foul-mouthed maverick? Are there justifiable reasons to curse at the office?