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OPM's proposed reduction in force rule: What it gets right and what still needs work

From AM to PM: Envisioning a new day for federal performance management

Federal 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.

Deep thoughts from a coach: Developing your resilient mindset during a federal career transition

Leadership coach Virginia Hill details tips federal employees can use to move through this period with intention, resilience and self-trust.

Show me the data: Performance management needs evidence-based, holistic reform

Research 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.

From the trenches: Lessons on skills-based federal hiring and the need for broader reform

Partnership Vice President of Public Policy and Stakeholder Engagement Jenny Mattingley reflects on the persistent hurdles facing federal hiring reform.

Proposed changes to appeals processes weaken protections for federal employees

The 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.

Civil service advocates break down the new federal employment category, Schedule Policy/Career

Learn 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.

Financial retirement options for federal employees: What you need to know

We spoke recently with Sarah Adam, a financial advisor with Edward Jones who has been helping former and transitioning federal…

Proposed changes to Senior Executive Service training programs are a good start but broader reforms are needed

Last week, the Partnership for Public Service submitted comments in response to a new proposed regulation…

What Schedule Policy/Career means for the federal workforce

Tens of thousands of federal employees may soon lose their job protections under a newly finalized rule that could represent the most significant shift in the federal civil service in decades.