The Federal Drive with Terry Gerton The Federal Drive with Terry Gerton -- Tuesday, July 8, 2025
Jul 8, 2025
Jason Miller, executive editor at Federal News Network, discusses the implications of a controversial executive order affecting labor relations in federal agencies. Stephanie Costrow details the DOD and DHS budget submissions for 2026, highlighting key program shifts. Pat Tamburino offers innovative strategies for attracting tech talent to government roles. Townsend Bourne examines new DOJ rules on foreign access to sensitive data. Lastly, John Ludvigsson shares insights on the Defense Department's strategy for acquiring launch services amid evolving challenges.
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Showcase Mission to Recruit Talent
- Government needs to showcase its mission to attract tech talent.\n- Simplifying entry paths and highlighting impactful projects drive recruitment success.
Screen For Mind and Heart
- Screen candidates for both skills and passion to optimize hiring outcomes.\n- Offer short-term government roles to lower commitment barriers and attract motivated talent.
Curate Candidate Pools Efficiently
- Provide curated candidate lists to reduce hiring managers' workload.\n- Continuously tailor candidate pools based on feedback to improve fit and speed hiring.