Members of Generation X, now aged 38 to 53, account for one-third of the U.S. workforce yet often are overlooked, according to a new survey.
When it comes to recruitment and retention, these guys school the competition
By
John O'Connor
Aug 16, 2018
So what’s to be done when you need employees who are better trained and more loyal?
Don’t overlook this booming group of prospective employees
By
Lois A. Bowers
Mar 05, 2018
It only makes sense to turn to not-yet-retired baby boomers to meet some of the employment needs of senior living organizations. And at least four such organizations have committed in writing to doing...
Engage your employees to improve performance outcomes
By
Lois A. Bowers
Feb 05, 2024
Increasing employee engagement has many benefits, among them improved productivity. Here are some ideas about how to do it.
Timely advice that respects your time
By
Lois A. Bowers
Oct 18, 2021
Emergency preparedness. Culture. Workforce challenges. Occupancy. The changing nature of senior living. Those are some of the topics we are covering in our new Newsmakers Podcast series.
Court’s decision a tough break for senior living employers
By
John O'Connor
Jan 05, 2017
California’s highest court has offered clarification on employee-break requirements. But this is hardly a limited dispute. In fact, the largely unfavorable ruling just might have implications for...
How to prevent ‘candidate resentment’ in your recruiting process
By
Lois A. Bowers
May 08, 2023
“Candidate resentment” remains elevated in North America, according to a new report. Fortunately, employers can take steps to address it.
To attract older workers, clean up your language
By
Lois A. Bowers
Jan 30, 2023
Research by Preply suggests that if you want to attract older workers, you may need to clean up the language you use in your job postings.
Show me the … discretionary bonus?
By
John O'Connor
Aug 22, 2019
Senior living organizations are finding they are not alone when it comes to holding the line on salary upgrades.
The factor more important than occupancy
By
Lois A. Bowers
Oct 08, 2018
NCAL Day speakers think something other than occupancy should be operators’ top priority.