The hard part was implementing technology to improve care and operations. The easy part is entering the McKnight’s Excellence in Technology Awards to try to get recognized for it. The deadline is...
Giving thanks for senior living employees, leaders
By
Lois A. Bowers
Nov 21, 2022
Tis the season to be thankful, and even in these challenging times — perhaps especially in these challenging times — senior living providers have much about which to be thankful.
More women at the top, and more inroads to make
By
Lois A. Bowers
Nov 27, 2023
There’s still more work to do, both overall and in senior living, until we see more women at the top. Along the way, we can ensure that women leaders get the recognition they deserve and tell their stories...
Here’s what workers value in a job. Is this what you offer?
By
Lois A. Bowers
Apr 18, 2022
When it comes to what people value in a job, men and women’s priorities are similar but have differences, according to the results of a recent Gallup survey of more than 13,000 employees. Although respondents...
What senior living can learn from the Southwest Airlines debacle
By
Lois A. Bowers
Jan 17, 2023
Southwest’s system meltdown in late December is the stuff of business leaders’ nightmares, but the senior living field can learn from the airline’s mistakes, Bob Kramer says.
One way to express thanks for your colleagues
By
Lois A. Bowers
Nov 22, 2021
We can be thankful are all of the outstanding women in the long-term care field who continue to serve and care for older adults. And here’s one way you can express your gratitude.
A great holiday gift for the women in your work life
By
Lois A. Bowers
Dec 23, 2019
Looking for a last-minute gift for a female colleague? Or maybe you’re a woman seeking a holiday splurge for yourself. Or perhaps you’re trying to think of a way to ring in the new year at work. Here’s...
Let’s celebrate the accomplishments of women in senior living
By
Lois A. Bowers
Jan 07, 2019
Women are no strangers to senior living, working at every level. Now McKnight’s has introduced a new awards program to recognize their contributions!
Women taking more seats in the boardroom
By
Lois A. Bowers
Sep 30, 2019
Women are making strides in gaining seats on corporate boards, at least according to one measure.
Diversity ‘even more critical’ in senior living
By
Lois A. Bowers
Aug 12, 2019
Companies operating in senior living increasingly are taking steps to make their boards and C-suites look more like the customers they serve and the workers who serve them. It’s a smart and welcome...