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Executive Order 14210: Implementing the President’s ‘‘Department of Government Efficiency’’ Workforce Optimization Initiative

Executive Order 14210: Implementing the...

The President’s Department of Government Efficiency Workforce Optimization Initiative marks a significant shift in federal workforce management. With a hiring ratio of one new hire for every four departures, the…

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Unemployment Insurance (UI): 2022 Survey of Income and Program Participation Snapshots

Unemployment Insurance (UI): 2022 Survey of Income...

In 2022, 1.3% of working-age adults received Unemployment Insurance (UI) benefits, with 89% relying on government-provided aid. The average monthly UI payment was $756, a sharp drop from $1,140 in…

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Antitrust Guidelines for Business Activities Affecting Workers

Antitrust Guidelines for Business Activities...

The latest Antitrust Guidelines from the Department of Justice and Federal Trade Commission reinforce protections for workers by ensuring fair competition in labor markets. These guidelines highlight practices that may…

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Skills to Pay the Bills: Mastering Soft Skills for Workplace Success

Skills to Pay the Bills: Mastering Soft Skills for...

Developing strong soft skills can be the key to success in today’s workforce. Whether it’s teamwork, communication, or problem-solving, these skills help young professionals navigate workplace challenges and build meaningful…

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Funding Behavioral Health Work Through ACF Grants

Funding Behavioral Health Work Through ACF Grants

Access to behavioral health funding can be a game-changer for organizations working to strengthen mental health and substance use support in their communities. The ACF Behavioral Health Grant Opportunities Guide…

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Couples’ Remote Work Arrangements and Labor Supply

Couples’ Remote Work Arrangements and Labor Supply

The shift toward remote and hybrid work continues to reshape labor dynamics, particularly for couples navigating work-life balance. A new study finds that when both partners switch to hybrid work,…

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Cybersecurity Workforce: Department Need to Fully Implement Key Practices

Cybersecurity Workforce: Department Need to Fully...

The federal government faces a pressing challenge in building and maintaining a strong cybersecurity workforce, a mission-critical need for national security. While the Department of Homeland Security has nearly met…

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Military Spouses

Military Spouses

Military spouses face unique challenges due to frequent relocations and the demands of military life, which can make it difficult to find and sustain meaningful careers. Over two-thirds of military…

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Wearable Technologies: Potential Opportunities and Deployment Challenges in Manufacturing and Warehousing

Wearable Technologies: Potential Opportunities and...

Emerging wearable technologies in manufacturing and warehousing offer exciting opportunities to reduce worker fatigue and improve safety. Devices like exoskeletons and ergonomic sensors hold promise in minimizing musculoskeletal injuries, which…

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AI and The Future of Workforce Training

AI and The Future of Workforce Training

AI is reshaping the workforce, impacting both technical and non-technical roles across industries. While some skills risk becoming obsolete, foundational and social skills are growing in importance. Community colleges and…

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Contingency Plan for Shutdown of Agency Operations in the Absence of Appropriations

Contingency Plan for Shutdown of Agency Operations...

The U.S. Trade Representative’s Shutdown Contingency Plan ensures that critical trade functions continue even during a lapse in federal appropriations. Priorities include managing World Trade Organization disputes, enforcing key trade…

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Workplace Violence

Workplace Violence

Workplace violence can affect anyone, from office workers to healthcare providers, posing risks that range from verbal threats to physical harm. Employers can foster safer environments by implementing prevention programs,…

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Work-From-Anywhere Cybersecurity: 5 Critical Questions You Should Ask

Work-From-Anywhere Cybersecurity: 5 Critical...

Data can travel across the globe, reaching employees, contractors, and collaborators—creating many opportunities for leaks. With work-from-anywhere becoming the norm, cybersecurity threats are multiplying, and manual solutions just won’t cut…

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Transforming VDI Security Continuous Identity Assurance and Data Protection

Transforming VDI Security Continuous Identity...

Many organizations rely on virtualization technologies like VDI or DaaS to offer secure access to critical systems for remote workers. These tools provide standardized environments and enhanced security, but risks…

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The Alternative to Return to Office (RTO): Extend Physical Security Controls to Hybrid Work Settings

The Alternative to Return to Office (RTO): Extend...

The push for a full-time return to the office is driving 64% of employees to consider quitting, according to the ADP Research Institute. With turnover costs ranging from six to…

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