Recent Articles
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Nurse leaders: Bridging the gaps between generations
Keith Carlson Healthcare AdministrationIn 2016, there are three generations at the heart of the American nursing workforce: the baby boomers, Generation X and the millennials. These nurses interface daily in myriad settings, and the quality of that interface is crucial to patient satisfaction, nurse satisfaction and the creation of a positive workplace culture.
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How ready are you to do a public demonstration in an instant?
Frank R. Myers Law Enforcement, Defense & SecurityI recall on many occasions being contacted by our district chief or other official fire department entity to do a public demonstration either within a few hours or on the same day. There were many types of establishments we would visit along with various topics that would be requested.
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The during is as important for remodeling as the before or after
Brian Paich Interior Design, Furnishings & FixturesHomeowners who have never been through remodeling focus on the "before" and "after" of a project — rarely do they think about the "during." They get caught up in the glitz and glam of the impending project completion and what it will look like when their kitchen is redesigned or their living room is expanded. Homeowners who have been through a previous remodel know better. They tend to be a bit more skeptical because they have experienced some of the inconveniences that can occur during a project.
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There’s something in the water
Andrew Gaved ManufacturingThe UK should know a thing or two about water. It is an island for a start and, therefore, many of its towns are built by the sea. It has plenty of rivers and lakes — and man-made canals for that matter — and then there is the rain. So it is not too surprising that the potential for harnessing these resources to drive heat pumps is something of real interest to the UK HVAC industry.
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Take millennial retention with a grain of salt and make a margarita
Jessica Taylor Business Management, Services & Risk ManagementAs a millennial, I was recently asked why the retention rate with my generation is so low within companies. Is it because we're bored at our current positions? Are we not being paid enough? As the largest segment in the U.S. workforce (and growing), the millennial population has been taught that staying in one organization isn't a good thing — moving around every 3-5 years shows you're expanding your expertise and prospects.
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Diagnostic detective unravels brain mysteries
Terry Lynam Medical & Allied HealthcareOne of the few physicians in the United States with extensive training in both neurology and neuropathology, Souhel Najjar, M.D., diagnoses the most elusive neurological conditions. It's all about looking at things from the patient's perspective, he says.
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Relevance and value: Focusing the board on what matters most
William D. Pawlucy Association ManagementRelevance and value. These two words, when combined, are powerful in any organization that is looking to deliver a blockbuster member experience. "Important to the matter at hand" and "relative worth, merit or importance" is how Dictionary.com defines these two words. How do we define relevance and value in our organizations, and how do we keep our boards focused on what matters most?
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Use of health IT and online services remains low with seniors
Scott E. Rupp Healthcare AdministrationThe news is in, and research suggests what we may have already known. Individuals 65 years and older do not use the internet for their healthcare searches, and the number adopting digital health tools remains low, according to a research letter published in the Journal of the Medical Association.
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5 reasons your Facebook ads aren’t working
Mayur Kisani MarketingAll kinds of brands, big and small, are investing in Facebook Ads. They're using all kinds of ads, promoting via all kinds of content — be it images, videos, guides or even user-generated content. The wide variety of Facebook ad types help businesses fulfill various marketing objectives like generating leads and build awareness.
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Moms: A great recruiting resource for small businesses
Catherine Iste Business Management, Services & Risk ManagementAn often overlooked but potentially fantastic source for new hires is moms returning to work. Large companies like Goldman Sachs and Morgan Stanley have been mining this rich resource for a while. But smaller companies are often hesitant to leave the traditional pools of candidates.