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From AM to PM: Envisioning a new day for federal performance management
04/20/2026Federal performance management is trying to do too many things and none of them well. The time is now to clarify its purpose and push for holistic reform.
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Deep thoughts from a coach: Developing your resilient mindset during a federal career transition
04/07/2026Leadership coach Virginia Hill details tips federal employees can use to move through this period with intention, resilience and self-trust.
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Show me the data: Performance management needs evidence-based, holistic reform
03/31/2026Research shows OPM's proposal to use forced distribution will likely be counterproductive to a high-performing federal workforce. Performance ratings are only one part of a larger system. Real improvement requires three connected ingredients – clear purpose, capable people and efficient processes.
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From the trenches: Lessons on skills-based federal hiring and the need for broader reform
03/26/2026Partnership Vice President of Public Policy and Stakeholder Engagement Jenny Mattingley reflects on the persistent hurdles facing federal hiring reform.
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Proposed changes to appeals processes weaken protections for federal employees
03/18/2026The Partnership submitted comments on three OPM proposed rules that, when taken together, represent a concerning pattern of executive actions aimed at weakening civil service protections.
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Civil service advocates break down the new federal employment category, Schedule Policy/Career
03/05/2026Learn what the new Schedule Policy/Career rule does, how it differs from previous policies such as Schedule F, and the specific implications for affected federal employees.
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Financial retirement options for federal employees: What you need to know
02/23/2026We spoke recently with Sarah Adam, a financial advisor with Edward Jones who has been helping former and transitioning federal…
