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Leadership Lessons and Highlights Profiles in Leadership: Chris Saling Talent. We’re not always sure what it is, but we know we want some. But do we truly value talent? How well do we manage it? Do we really manage talent at all? Leadership Challenges: Murphy’s Laws of Combat The spirit of Murphy’s Law is ubiquitous in military operations. Simplicity’s existence as a principle of war suggests that Murphy was always a recognized and unavoidable consequence of combat.
Message from the Editor Meet the Team Workforce Trends
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Federal Contracting Centralized Under GSA: Executive Order Aims to Eliminate Duplication, Cut Costs The President’s Executive Order, “Eliminating Waste and Saving Taxpayer Dollars by Consolidating Procurement,” was issued March 20. Inside the IC Hiring Freeze: Voices from the Clearance Community The federal hiring freeze has left many Intelligence Community (IC) professionals in a state of uncertainty. Security Clearance Updates Can the President Accept a Plane? Qatar and the Presidential Library Loophole While the idea of Trump personally receiving a lavish gift from a foreign government sounds like a national security red flag, here’s where things get interesting: presidential libraries. Polygraph Examination Rights for Clearance Holders For individuals holding or seeking to hold a security clearance, polygraph examinations are often required for certain positions.
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Military Transition The 10 Best Cities for Veteran Jobs In 2025 For Active-Duty Members, getting ready to separate from service, or for veterans already out, choosing a city can be challenging. These In-Demand Careers Offer Veterans Stability, High Pay, and Growth — Here’s How to Get Started As the world evolves, so does the job market. Over the years, we have all seen the ebb and flow in industries as far as job availability. Contract Highlights BAE Systems Is Poised to Get a Sizeable Lift From Europe The large European business of UK- based defense contractor BAE Systems (BAESY) looks poised to strengthen a great deal going forward, while the company has a very large order backlog and its valuation is quite low. Google Expands Office Space in NoVA & DCSA Hunts for 8(a) Cyber Warriors Northern Virginia’s national security scene heats up—Google is expanding again at Reston Station, while DCSA is scouting for cyber defenders. Top DoD Contracts of 2025 If you’re wondering where the DoD is placing its biggest bets in 2025, look no further than the first quarter’s contract awards. Voices of the Issue
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Career Advice Job Loss with a Security Clearance? You’re Still in Demand Losing a job is never fun. Losing a job when you hold a security clearance? That can feel like a gut punch— until you realize just how valuable that clearance really is. Sponsored: Leading with Heart - Building Strong Teams in Today’s World At Amentum, culture isn’t a buzzword—it’s a commitment. Tips for Clearance Holders Navigating Job Uncertainty In an ever-shifting political and economic landscape, national security workers remain a critical part of safeguarding the country. safeguarding the country.
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