Here are the answers to the most frequently asked questions about the McKnight’s Women of Distinction Awards program.
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...
A model for the middle market
May 18, 2022
Amy Schectman, president and CEO of 2Life Communities, discusses the organization’s new Opus brand for middle-income older adults and the future of senior living with McKnight’s Senior Living...
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.
Leadership lessons from the pandemic
Apr 27, 2022
In her new book, “Heroes Work Here: An Extraordinary Story of Courage, Resilience, and Hope from the Front Lines of COVID-19,” Brookdale Senior Living President and CEO Cindy Baier tells the story...
A pandemic-perfect gift for the women in your work life
By
Lois A. Bowers
Dec 14, 2020
The early bird deadline for the McKnight’s Women of Distinction awards, with reduced entry fee, is this Wednesday. The final deadline is Jan. 6. This year’s awards competition includes a new...
Women of Distinction 2021: Kara Abdala
Jun 24, 2021
Kara Abdala, corporate director of marketing for Harrison Senior Living, East Fallowfield, PA, is a 2021 McKnight’s Women of Distinction Rising Star. Here she shares when she knew senior living was...