The new cutoff for overtime eligibility? It’s a fair question
By
John O'Connor
Jul 27, 2017
It’s probably safe to make two predictions now that the Labor Department has asked for feedback as it prepares to rewrite the overtime rule.
Hooray, another staffing nightmare
By
John O'Connor
Jan 11, 2024
The Labor Department isn’t out to make the lives of senior living operators miserable. But some days, it can sure feel that way.
The good news and bad news about happiness at work
By
Lois A. Bowers
Feb 03, 2020
A recent survey suggests good news and not-so-good workforce-related news for senior living operators.
CEO who fired himself has advice, predictions for you
By
Lois A. Bowers
Jul 23, 2018
Chances are good that you or someone you know will be in the same position as a Virginia senior living CEO who recently decided to fire himself to try to help the community survive. That CEO has some advice...
Remember what brought you here
By
John O'Connor
Sep 30, 2021
There are many, many things in senior living that can torpedo your enthusiasm. But only if you give them permission. Don’t.
The forgotten generation of workers?
By
Lois A. Bowers
Apr 01, 2019
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.
5 ways to attract and support leaders
By
Lois A. Bowers
Jun 06, 2022
Want to attract women to leadership positions in your organization? A “returnship” program is one of five ideas in a new report.
Relationship advice for senior living leaders
By
Lois A. Bowers
Jul 02, 2018
These two tips could help senior living leaders establish positive relationships with employees. In fact, it’s good advice for any relationship inside or outside the workplace.
The high cost of free labor
By
John O'Connor
Jan 24, 2019
A story that broke this week took me back to my first brush with the injustice of unpaid hourly employment.
Operators seek resolution to these issues in the new year
By
Lois A. Bowers
Jan 03, 2017
Several regulatory issues remain unresolved for senior living operators as 2017 begins.