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My take on "coasting" in the Federal Government
Coasting might be easier in the government, but I don't recommend it.
00:00 Intro
00:15 Short answer
00:37 Your agency, pay grade and job
01:33 Unions and coasting
02:06 Getting promoted
03:01 Your reputation
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Відео

How much Federal Employees actually get paid
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People say the government does not pay well. Watch this before you decide. 2023 GS pay scale: www.opm.gov/policy-data-oversight/pay-leave/salaries-wages/2023/general-schedule 00:00 Intro 00:31 How it works 01:23 Steps in the six figures 02:00 Retirement 03:01 Salary negotiations 03:38 Career progression 04:39 Comparing the private sector
What it's actually like to work for the Federal Government
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I've been with the Federal Government for a year and a half, and this is what I've seen so far. 00:00 Intro 00:52 The people 02:16 The work 03:12 The atmosphere 04:46 The stress level
Why I LOVE Washington, D.C.
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Washington, D.C. is truly a special place. Here's why. 00:00 Intro 00:34 Politics 01:50 History 02:30 Variety
Why I left the Private Sector to work for the Federal Government
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After a few years in the private sector, I decided it wasn't for me. Here are some reasons why I chose the government instead. 00:00 Intro 00:21 Job security 01:51 Secure retirement 02:50 A better purpose 03:38 The benefits of bureaucracy
How to get a Federal Government job - My experience and advice
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Getting a government job was, in my experience, monumentally more difficult than landing any private sector job I've held. Here is some advice I picked up through my experience. 00:00 Intro 00:37 My qualifications 01:15 Set up an account on USAJOBS 01:37 Federal resumes 02:10 The self assessment 03:04 The long wait 03:32 The interview 04:14 Reference checks 05:06 Tentative offers 06:49 Backgrou...

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  • @hangarby10
    @hangarby10 5 днів тому

    Worked in both private and public for past 35 years. For me, I preferred the private sector. More money, more rewards, greater variety.

  • @BenjaminBanksJr.
    @BenjaminBanksJr. 9 днів тому

    This is off topic but what would you do if you know you're going to be murdered but law enforcement isn't listening. What would you do if you found out something that would send both local law enforcement and Judges are involved. I know my fate is sealed but who would you send the evidence to?

  • @user_16309
    @user_16309 10 днів тому

    I’d love a book recommendation for a reliable methodology to follow from zero to get a federal job. Thanks.

  • @user-yf3rr6ob6r
    @user-yf3rr6ob6r 22 дні тому

    Can anyone comment on being an 1102? Getting in? How tough/challenging the career field is? Best agency?

  • @RohitKumar-ig8jo
    @RohitKumar-ig8jo 27 днів тому

    Got lot of videos in which ppl are leaving.. Govt jobs for private sector!!

  • @KeenanModica
    @KeenanModica Місяць тому

    Great video. I’m gonna start looking for a federal job this week.

  • @MK_1998
    @MK_1998 Місяць тому

    Does experience compensate for certifications. Also, is there an age threshold for applying to govt jobs?

  • @babeshamwow381
    @babeshamwow381 Місяць тому

    Especially in IT. Private sector is moving towards AI (anonymous Indian) and low balling every IT worker. At least in the government I get a FAIR wage.

  • @user-zi5lt2yz8m
    @user-zi5lt2yz8m Місяць тому

    Think about the USSS Agent that have to remain professional while protecting a Confirmed Traitor!!!! Biden should at least let the Ukriane or China Communist party protect him. No enemy will harm Biden. Biden is destroying American; therefore, Our enemies Love him!!!

  • @user-zi5lt2yz8m
    @user-zi5lt2yz8m Місяць тому

    Private section pays so much more.

  • @christfollower122491
    @christfollower122491 Місяць тому

    Been applying and it very discouraging. I’m a vet with 40 percent disability. I have a bachelor and master degree in supply chain/contracting with 13 years of experience. Been applying for GS 12 positions and above under my expertise and it’s been rough.

  • @flindsay0001
    @flindsay0001 Місяць тому

    What level of clearance do you have?

  • @abenasaaba9130
    @abenasaaba9130 2 місяці тому

    I’m ETSing soon from the Army and in school for my nursing program, already have bachelors in accounting though just wanted to change career. But bn thinking thoroughly and have come to conclusion to work with the VA considering the effort u have to put in for a better future.

  • @futuresoldiercav
    @futuresoldiercav 2 місяці тому

    Sorry man but you sounded weak as fuck. Just like people that are in the military because it’s secured.

  • @user-fd1lj2ln7o
    @user-fd1lj2ln7o 2 місяці тому

    If it works for you then good. But it definitely is the opposite for me and many others I've worked with over 30+ years as a chemist and systems engineer. What I have to say may anger some people. Those who start out young in a job receiving a paycheck courtesy of the American taxpayer for many years can rarely if ever transfer over to to the private sector successfully. I've never received my paychecks at taxpayer's expense except once for a nightmarish 6 month stint for a state laboratory. They had no concept of urgency, staying busy doing something even if occasionally there wasn't much to do, weren't tough enough to work occasional overtime hours, lacked imagination, and above all they were WASTING tax payer's hard earned money. Therefore, there was zero accountability to/for the American taxpayers who were paying me/them to slug along each day. It pissed me off, I couldn't sleep well at night, was bored as hell, and I quit. I moved back to a lab job in the private sector, where I didn't have to experience all the dreadful stuff above not to mention pay and benefits . Peace.

  • @Mav0585
    @Mav0585 3 місяці тому

    At the age of 39, I will be retiring from the military after 22 years of service, only 4 of that is active duty. When I left active duty, I tried many things management consulting, real estate, insurance and human resources. I always felt like I was hustling and never really getting ahead and I did not like the work environments either very stressful, very high paced. If you want to get to that 100K Mark, it’s a whole other level of stress in the private sector. I just had an interview with the IRS and I might have an opportunity to join as a GS9 with a promotion to GS 11 after one year. Even though I am taking a large pay cut, I am excited to get back on the government track and I hope I enjoyed enough to do another 20 years!

  • @lledyo
    @lledyo 3 місяці тому

    Can you get me job at federal? Its very hard to get

  • @victorochoa3662
    @victorochoa3662 3 місяці тому

    Ok but do they give you a Enclave Uniform when you join?

  • @kylehalat9414
    @kylehalat9414 3 місяці тому

    One of the things I like about government service compared to private industry was work life balance. I get a ton of leave and don’t get grief for taking a vacation.

  • @JesusUCSB
    @JesusUCSB 3 місяці тому

    GS9 LA! 🎉

  • @JesusUCSB
    @JesusUCSB 3 місяці тому

    VA!! In the house

  • @minnesotajude8447
    @minnesotajude8447 3 місяці тому

    I’m a white male. I was a federal employee. I was abused by a female boss, multiple times. She can’t get fired and is protected. I filed a grievance and whistleblower claim. No consequences for her at all. I had to resign because I wanted a peace of mind.

  • @harmony3279
    @harmony3279 4 місяці тому

    I don't believe they require salary or supervisor on the resume anymore.

  • @MegaMongrol
    @MegaMongrol 4 місяці тому

    It seems people have a different definition of the word "coasting". To me, it means doing no more than what you were hired to do. No one should be concerned about potentially getting fired due to them doing nothing more than the exact job they were hired to do. Going above and beyond does increase the possibility of getting promoted, but until that promotion comes (if it ever does, expecially in the government), you're providing more value than what you're getting paid for.

  • @user-le4nd9bu5x
    @user-le4nd9bu5x 4 місяці тому

    Cus the global private sector owns the government

  • @ivycooper7224
    @ivycooper7224 5 місяців тому

    I work in the government in Security and my experience was not good with the public and dealing with coworker’s and executives supervisors and now I just want to finish my time for this year and start my business 🤦🏽‍♀️🙏🏾

  • @mrquackers8986
    @mrquackers8986 5 місяців тому

    talk about lazy, where i work 2 people in our department cant seem to go a full week of 40hrs of work without calling in late, calling off, or leaving early. even though i see them as lazy 1 was promoted to shift lead and the other was promoted from GS-9 to GS-11 to be equal with the rest of us, did they work harder after getting promoted? nope still playing the same games, I started applying to other positions to get to GS-12

  • @YasAli2024
    @YasAli2024 5 місяців тому

    Your videos are very helpful. Thank you so much for your time.

  • @tonymiller225
    @tonymiller225 6 місяців тому

    Public sector - more pay do less and NO accountibilty - If you want a cushy job where your non perfomance wont make any difference and you are happy to parasite of the tax payer while persuing your "work life: balance - join the public service- The whole name is a joke - It is not about serving the public it about serving themselves. I have worked in both public and private as a contractor and have never yet met a bureaucrat who put the people over his own self interests. Every connment in this blog is about what's in it for them -Disgusting

  • @jeremymoore2388
    @jeremymoore2388 6 місяців тому

    You are working for a Cult

  • @ubeaight7774
    @ubeaight7774 7 місяців тому

    The most important thing in life is accepting Jesus Christ as the Lord and savior

    • @Ceej54
      @Ceej54 2 місяці тому

      Facts

  • @keithwisdom1663
    @keithwisdom1663 7 місяців тому

    Also im government you have so many agencies and positions... Thousands to choose from. Fbi. Cia. Irs. Homeland security etc

  • @keithwisdom1663
    @keithwisdom1663 7 місяців тому

    Culture is different from state to state. Ny is totally different than south.... And your manager is important and people you work with. Good manager makes the job great.

  • @keithwisdom1663
    @keithwisdom1663 7 місяців тому

    Show charts or links

  • @rustyshackleford5269
    @rustyshackleford5269 7 місяців тому

    I work in the Bureau of Prisons and heres my 2 cents. I just have to do 20 years and out with LEO retirement. I left the state DOC and in 6 years I am making double, almost 90,000 a year. The collateral opportunities like our version of SWAT or trainer are abundant. I personally teach a few different classes. Its cool overall. On the flip side...government shutdowns. Your paycheck is held hostage by congress. Sometimes the equipment is junk because of tight budgets. The IT department for my institution is only $15,000 a year. They constantly need to get money from other departments just to keep the network up. My supervisors are idiots. Half the time they got promoted because they they were deinking buddies with someone high up. If you want to advance you need knee pads or a strong liver. I'm fine where I'm at. I make enough to support my family and not sell out my dignity.

  • @Liefgamingyt
    @Liefgamingyt 7 місяців тому

    Bro can you help me get in a bunker

  • @smittyboy
    @smittyboy 7 місяців тому

    This applies to local all the way to federal government.

  • @rjbilodariya4303
    @rjbilodariya4303 8 місяців тому

    I am willing to PAY someone to help me a federal level resume. If someone can direct me to the right person, greatly appreciated! Thank you so much!

  • @BBb-id9kj
    @BBb-id9kj 8 місяців тому

    Government jobs are fake jobs for poor people or for the mediocre. No incentive to improve because government isnt glamorous nor profit making or profit sharing. Trully a paycheck job. People stay on for the pension or they have nothing to offer in the private sector

    • @chrishustles94
      @chrishustles94 6 місяців тому

      Private sector jobs are stressful and you’re just a number

  • @Musiclover5258
    @Musiclover5258 8 місяців тому

    I am coming from the private sector, and currently on a CJO with the Fed, waiting in the clearance pipeline. This is the second video of yours that I am watching, and I feel truly reassured🙂Thx.

  • @nickzema4683
    @nickzema4683 8 місяців тому

    If you think about the job volatility/ disruptors taking jobs in the private sector, it's no doubt a statically dumb move.

  • @walterwhite9215
    @walterwhite9215 8 місяців тому

    Watching your video from INDIA We have same govt. Job scenario But in recent times ppl cusss on govt jobs( it's hard to get one) nd praise private jobs... reality is these ppl are not happy in private jobs too😂 Btw Im govt engineer

    • @tonymiller225
      @tonymiller225 6 місяців тому

      Arent you proud to become a corrupt public servant in India - What a great life

  • @DJRTP
    @DJRTP 9 місяців тому

    I worked in private for over 20 years. In today's society there are only two options in my opinion 1) Work in government or 2) Put yourself in a position to be well off so you don't need to work. Throughout my career I have seen people get fired for the most hideous shit, I even witnessed a guy being fired while he was on a conference call. There is a reason why being a government worker is much better than being in private sector, for one it is next to impossible to get fired especially for bullshit. When you are 18 living at home with your parents then it doesn't matter vs a manager who fires you at 40 because he/she wants their 23 year old son or daughter to fill your position. That's the type of shit that I have witnessed throughout my entire career, OR being fired because you were late OR fired over a cheap disagreement, in this this day and age people are extremely expendable (not in all cases) but in allot and at my age i cannot afford to fall victim to getting laid off, thrown away like trash or fired "just because". Years ago society was not like this but today so many things have changed jealously , envy, all kinds of back handed bullshit goes on and the least of my worries will be holding my position.

    • @Watashiwaa
      @Watashiwaa 8 місяців тому

      You know, its not all rosy on the other side of the fence.People tough out in private but when they get here, US federal government, its through luck and high skill set. The competition is much higher compared to a decade ago. They only look for the best. Starting as a intern as very low pay if you are young and then it is a very slow climb. Also beware of your managers behavior and your own rights but excercise caution. Abusive managers can be very dangerous to your career.

  • @withoutdad7616
    @withoutdad7616 9 місяців тому

    😂

  • @TingBie
    @TingBie 9 місяців тому

    I share all your observations. For the same reasons, I am gonna relocate to Canberra, our capital in Australia.

  • @hackmedia7755
    @hackmedia7755 9 місяців тому

    it's sad how a lot of businesses treat employees. I wish employee-owned companies were a lot more common instead of corporations that are solely made to profit and help other people than the workers.

  • @a.m.8410
    @a.m.8410 9 місяців тому

    Why are you bald?

  • @rumy6871
    @rumy6871 10 місяців тому

    oh feds, subpar IT who think they're gods.

  • @jivefive99
    @jivefive99 10 місяців тому

    You really need visual aides for this kind of video. Make sure you also remind that the increase in pay overall comes from these 1-2% increases each year, year after year, for a 30-35 year career, which does a lot of the heavy lifting to increase the pay chart amounts.

  • @YuukitheMighty1
    @YuukitheMighty1 10 місяців тому

    people really need to realize that a higher salary doesn't mean anything when you have next to no benefits. Also, work/life balance is huge as I feel like so many companies nowadays expect you to work mandatory overtime 6 days a week 8+ hours a day.