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Builders betting boomers will occupy senior housing
Michael J. Berens Construction & Building MaterialsIf you play the numbers, the numbers are promising. Every day 10,000 baby boomers are turning 65 and, according to the U.S. Census Bureau, they will continue to do so until 2030. When the last of the boomers hits the magic number, the first wave will already be in their 80s.
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Forget technology — Here’s how to ‘connect’ with your…
Skip Kuhn Transportation Technology & AutomotiveCars and driver "connectivity" have recently become a topic of much discussion and debate. Technology content, infotainment and virtual connectivity all seem to be the metrics by which a growing portion of the driving public defines the performance or desirability of an automobile.
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Webinar recap: 20 reasons why you shouldn’t invest a penny in social…
MultiView Association ManagementToo often, associations (and their members) jump on the social media bandwagon, only to find out that it is a waste of time, and that viral, community, engagement and ROI are buzzwords at best. Find out why diving into social media may be the worst marketing decision you ever make.
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Prison re-entry programs: A solution to the recidivism problem
Danielle Manley Law Enforcement, Defense & SecurityDid you know that more than 75 percent of released prisoners are rearrested within five years? That's according to the Bureau of Justice Statistics. With more than 1 million individuals in prison at the end of 2014, that's a huge number of offenders who will become repeat offenders. And the Federal Bureau of Prisons is starting to take notice.
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Your relationship with work: It’s not you, it’s me
Catherine Iste Business Management, Services & Risk ManagementContinuing with our series on the relationship we have with our jobs, this week we will take a look at knowing when it is time to move on. Relationships can end in many ways and for many reasons.
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Using positivity when speaking out about nursing
Keith Carlson Healthcare AdministrationMost everyone has caught wind of the firestorm that erupted when Joy Behar of The View denigrated nurses by mocking a heartfelt monologue performed by a contestant during the Miss America pageant. A recent MultiBriefs Exclusive by Joan Spitrey, RN, adroitly encapsulates the situation, offering a balanced assessment of the reaction to Behar's faux pas.
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What would a Clinton presidency mean for the oil and gas industry?
Lucy Wallwork Natural ResourcesIn July, Hillary Clinton released a climate change "fact sheet" that set out ambitious goals for a makeover of the North American economy in the name of solar power. She also has set a more aggressive target for carbon emissions reduction than her former boss Barack Obama.
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New life for extended-stay hotels
Bambi Majumdar Travel, Hospitality & Event ManagementExtended-stay hotels are experiencing a resurgence in popularity. A lot of it stems from the direct hit the industry has taken from trends like Airbnb. But more than anything, these hotels have realized how they can fill the wide gap between the rented apartments and luxury hotels by simply upgrading themselves.
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High times in higher education
Dr. Denise A. Valenti Law Enforcement, Defense & SecurityA new study on college drug use concludes that 1 in 17 college students is getting high on marijuana on a regular (daily) basis. There are approximately 4,700 colleges offering either two-year or four-year degrees across the United States. These schools enroll around 20.6 million students every fall.
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6 key tips for buying a new air compressor
Greg Fitzpatrick Facilities & GroundsAs an independent auditor of compressed air systems, I am often asked to recommend a vendor or manufacturer in the selection of air compressors. Since there is no unbiased answer to that question, I would like to share with you some insights that I pass along to my customers.