Mediocrity among public managers is defined as having only a modest commitment to contemporary values and practices of public administration.

To be mediocre means to be conspicuously lacking in distinction or imag-ination. It means to be average: neither good nor bad, yet it is usually used as a seriously pejorative adjective.

The consequences of embracing a mediocre life can be profound, both personally and spiritually. On a personal level, mediocrity can lead to a pervasive sense of dissatisfaction and unrealized potential.

in mediocre-artist narratives strongly suggests that it is not mere coincidence. Nor, I would argue, is it simply a matter of dramatic necessity, i.e., the need for dramatic conflict, which wouldn’t be fulfilled if …

Timely and efficiently addresses poor and mediocre performance of employees supervised - including seeking appropriate action up to removal from the Federal service. Takes appropriate action when …

1Earlier versions of this paper were posted and presented as \Political Investing: The Common Stock Investments of Members of Congress 2004-2007" ( rst version April 9, 2009) and \Political Capital: …

Actively recognizes, supports, and rewards excellent work of employees, fostering a culture of achievement and motivation Addresses poor and mediocre performance in a timely and efficient …