Have You Got Government Shutdown Fatigue? You Are Not Alone
Looming government shutdown threats have taken a toll on the federal workforce.
Posts Tagged: shutdown
What a Government Shutdown Might Look Like – Canada Style
There are some major differences between what happened in Canada almost a decade ago, and what happened on Capitol Hill this week. For one thing, Canada was never at risk of running out of money or furloughing its employees as a result of this situation.On the other hand, the debate among US legislators – as… Read more »
The Impact of Attitude on Workplace Efficiency and Morale
It is my concern, over a period of years, there have been a series of events which are affecting the attitudes of those workers we depend on to keep our country operating.
How to Keep Busy During a Shutdown
While some might see Saturday’s shutdown as an opportunity to take a mini-break from work to take advantage of DC-area shutdown happy hour specials (and there’s nothing wrong with that!), there are some things you can do to help keep yourself moving forward while you have extra time on your hands.
No More Government Shutdowns?
Missions are forgotten in the itchy distraction of the looming budget deadline.
Update: 5 Things to Know About Planning for a Shutdown
Reviewing current travel plans and updating personal contact information are a few of the housekeeping items feds should address during this time.
Planning for a Shutdown: 6 Things Feds Should Know
The looming threat of a government shutdown means agencies are once again reviewing contingency plans — in the event that lawmakers don’t pass a spending bill by April 28. Here’s what you need to know.
Prepping for a Debt Ceiling Showdown
To arm you with information, here’s what you need to know about this year’s debt ceiling deadline.
Shutdowns, Furloughs, Strikes and Layoffs: Emergency Preparedness for the Government Worker
Whether it’s a federal government shutdown, planned furloughs, strikes or layoffs, having your income suddenly cut is the type of emergency faced more often by govies. Having some plans in place can get you through having your income drastically cut for a period of time as well as ease the anxiety that goes along with… Read more »
What You Need to Know About the Possible Government Shutdown
The U.S. federal government is mired in political budget wranglings that may result in another government shutdown. If this seems all-too familiar, that’d be the painful memories of the last government shutdown in 2013. But, the federal government can’t stop completely. And, even though the possible government shutdown is just a couple of days away, it’s far from certain that it will… Read more »