It Matters Who Sits on Pension Boards and How Big They Are, Study Suggests
Researchers found investment returns are likely affected by the size of the boards, the expertise of members and other factors.
Here's What 12 Democratic Presidential Candidates Have to Say About Public Servants and Their Unions
All candidates at a union forum said they support federal legislation to ensure that public employees in every state have the right to join a union and bargain collectively.
Work Ruined Email
It’s not too late to fix it.
The Double Whammy: Housing and Income Inequality
New research shows how housing and income inequality reinforce one another, effectively splitting the U.S. into two different economies.
Employers Barred from Asking for Job Applicant Wage Histories in More and More States
STATE AND LOCAL ROUNDUP | Putting the city’s light-rail vision to a vote in Phoenix … Looking for a regulatory sweet spot for housing in Des Moines ... Declaring a water emergency in New Jersey.
Why Children Born in Big Cities Earn More As Adults
Just being born in a big city has a positive effect on later-life wages, new research finds.
The Old College Try: Getting Students Into Government
A new initiative will establish regional councils to create talent pipelines from universities to state, local and federal government agencies.
With Tough to Fill Jobs, Some States and Localities Turn to ‘Gig’ Workers
A new survey highlights the trend, which can be found in fields ranging from building and grounds maintenance to accounting.
Americans Miss Stability and a Shared Sense of Purpose in Their Jobs
COMMENTARY | Some Americans are experiencing an erosion in the world of work that is hurting their well-being, relationships and hopes for the future.
Two Questions Every Leader Should Ask Repeatedly
We're mostly oblivious to how our actions are received, and that's a problem.
You’re Probably Complaining the Wrong Way
The psychologist Guy Winch’s method for getting people to do things differently.
The Pros and Cons of 'Banning the Box'
New Mexico became the 12th state to prohibit private employers from asking about criminal records on job applications, a practice designed to reduce recidivism by helping ex-offenders gain employment.
At Work, Expertise Is Falling Out of Favor
These days, it seems, just about all organizations are asking their employees to do more with less. Is that actually a good idea?
‘Job Density’ Uptick in U.S. Metro Areas is Mainly Driven by Four Cities
Changes in the number of jobs per square mile in nearly 100 large metro areas are presented in new research, which noted that density can help support economic growth.
‘Contrarian’ State Pension Plan is One of The Nation’s Best-Funded
South Dakota's retirement system for public employees has been over 90 percent funded for nearly two decades. The state's investment officer discusses how its assets are managed.
How 10 Cities Are Testing What Works to Increase Economic Mobility
COMMENTARY | City leaders are tapping into data to figure out policies that will improve the prospects of people struggling in communities across the country
U.S. Sees Uptick in Manufacturing Jobs, But It’s Uneven Across Regions
New research looks at the latest trends.
The Fight to Recruit and Retain Paramedics
The EMT shortage is difficult to quantify, but agency officials agree it's an issue across the country.
Training for a Changing Workforce
Future job growth isn’t just about the number of jobs, but the quality—those that have benefits and provide advancement opportunities. How do we train workers for those types of jobs?
When a Boss Shoots Down Ideas, Employees Won’t Speak Up
Bosses who reject suggestions harshly can shut up their employees, research suggests.
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