Healthcare CEO optimism declines, contrary to other leaders’ outlooks
By
Kathleen Steele Gaivin
Jul 14, 2023
Although most of the CEOs recently surveyed by Marcum LLP-Hofstra University have an optimistic view of the current business landscape, healthcare executives were the exception.
Inflation drops to lowest point in more than 2 years at 3 percent
By
Kathleen Steele Gaivin
Jul 14, 2023
At 3%, the inflation rate reached its lowest point last month since March 2021, according to the Bureau of Labor Statistics. That’s a full percentage point lower than the 4% reported in May.
Hiring, retaining workers starts with positive company culture
By
Kathleen Steele Gaivin
Jul 12, 2023
A positive company culture affects the bottom line and improves training, recruitment and retention, according to presenters at a Tuesday webinar hosted by Health Dimensions Group.
Employers cannot artificially reduce an employee’s pay rate to avoid paying the proper amount of overtime, the 11th Circuit Court of Appeals has affirmed.
Business briefs, July 6
By
Kathleen Steele Gaivin
Jul 06, 2023
Sonida announces steps meant to improve financial position … Union hails new staffing ratios in Pennsylvania … Oklahoma Legislature approves $47.8M for SNFs … Fly flag or stay out, proposed age-restricted...
More time needed for catch-up contributions under Secure 2.0, lobbyists say
By
Kathleen Steele Gaivin
Jun 28, 2023
The American Benefits Council and the National Association of Government Defined Contribution Administrators are calling on Congress to place a two-year delay on the Roth catch-up requirement under Setting...
Today’s employees looking for ‘a little bit more’ than pizza parties
By
Kimberly Bonvissuto
Jun 15, 2023
Brainstorming ways to recognize employees in an effort to boost retention rates? Forget the pizza party, one researcher says. Today’s employees are looking for a little bit more.
Employee or not an employee? It depends (on clout).
By
John O'Connor
Jun 15, 2023
In a move that will surprise nobody who has been paying attention, the National Labor Relations Board on Tuesday reversed itself on what it means to qualify as an employee – again.
Giving breaks to workers may lead to increased productivity
By
Kathleen Steele Gaivin
Jun 09, 2023
Taking breaks throughout the work day may positively affect employee productivity, according to recent research from the Department of Psychology at the University of Florida in Gainesville.
June 15 Online Expo sessions will share recruiting, retention strategies
Jun 02, 2023
The June 15 McKnight’s Senior Living Online Expo will feature two sessions designed to help providers solve workforce issues. Earn CE credit!