How to Advance Your Career in Government Work
Whether you want to secure a promotion, a raise, or just get ahead in the workforce, read on.
10 Rules that Federal Communicators Need to Remember
10 steps you can take to better serve federal customers and support your agency’s mission every day.
As Cyber Fraud Escalates, Defending Your Network Means More than Firewalls and Malware
You may think your critical data and assets are protected by network intrusion detection systems, firewalls and the latest technology. However, it’s become increasingly clear this is not enough when cyber fraudsters impersonate real people for criminal purposes. In particular, there’s a shift toward the use of stolen identities online due to the availability ofRead… Read more »
Focusing on the EIS Customer Experience
Note: This is a guest blog post by Amando E. Gavino Jr., Director, Office of Network Services, ITS/FAS/GSA. He is responsible for a portfolio of acquisition vehicles that provide government agencies with a diverse set of telecommunications solutions, including Networx, Enterprise Infrastructure Solutions (EIS), SATCOM, Enterprise Mobility, Connections II, and the Federal Relay Service. OnRead… Read more »
Are You Ready for Retirement?
The question is actually more complicated than it first appears, because it demands consideration on two levels. First, there’s the emotional component: Are you ready to enter a new phase of life? Do you have a plan for what you would like to accomplish or do in retirement? Have you thought through both the goodRead… Read more »
Consider the Use of the Exclamation Points in Your Work Email. Thanks!
I specifically remember the first time I saw the overuse of an exclamation point in a work email.
Webby 2016 Government & Civil Innovation Awards
Providing important information to the public is the primary goal of most government websites. Until recently, that often meant large amounts of text, few images, and troves of hard-to-navigate information. However, advancing technology has provided agencies with a way to creatively and inventively share data with citizens without sacrificing the messages they are trying to convey. From cleaner,Read… Read more »
How to Survive in a Demoralizing Workplace
Here are three types of demoralizing workplaces, and what you can do to survive.
How Appealing Is Your Agency to Candidates You Interview? Use Psychology Find Out!
Interviewers can quickly develop a complete list of benefits that will appeal to every candidate and offer a comprehensive picture of the agency’s tangible strategic advantages to job-seekers.
Don’t Panic! Understanding Risk in the TSP
While no one should make investment decisions without careful research (or, if you’re so inclined, speaking with a financial advisor) here are some tips to get you started when thinking about how to handle your TSP funds and avoid panic.