Recent Articles
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Hospitals struggling to fill job openings
Scott E. Rupp Healthcare AdministrationRegardless of location and size, hospitals across the U.S. face a serious talent shortage, management staffing firm Leaders for Today warns in its report, "The Candidates Don't Exist." The hospital industry has seen signs of a shortage of nurses, physicians and leadership for some time.
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The gossip problem in law enforcement
Rajib Bhattacharjee Law Enforcement, Defense & SecurityIn my 11-year career in law enforcement, I have found few things that are more destructive, self-induced and entirely preventable than gossip. Apparently, it is not enough that law enforcement is under the microscope of the public — and rightfully so since we serve them — but we must also add to that burden the weight of disunity through malicious gossip.
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The skills gap: Real or monopsony?
Shawn Smajstrla Business Management, Services & Risk ManagementIn case you haven't heard, there's a skills gap in the United States. That has become common rhetoric over the past few years and seems to be the refrain on business pages across the country. The flames were fueled by recent reports that U.S. job openings set a record high in January of this year.
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How soon will Airbnb become another Expedia or Priceline?
Linchi Kwok Travel, Hospitality & Event ManagementAirbnb promotes the idea of letting travelers rent a lodging facility or extra space from a local resident rather than a traditional hotel. While peer-to-peer (P2P) room-sharing services still remain Airbnb's core business at this point, the company is aiming for something bigger — Airbnb wants to be a travel enterprise.
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Mixed signals keep housing market in check
Michael J. Berens Construction & Building MaterialsFor real estate agents, February was a relatively good month. For homebuilders, it was disappointing. Consumers were happy to find extra money in their paychecks as the new tax laws took effect. Prospective homebuyers were concerned about impending mortgage rate hikes and escalating prices.
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Strategies for student success and retention
Douglas Magrath EducationAs I've written previously, the concern among those serving international students is shifting from recruiting to retention. Student retention is especially critical at the college level, because there are many programs from which students can choose.
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Drones and LIDAR pump up aerial surveying and mapping
Bill Becken Construction & Building MaterialsOne might think that maybe, just maybe, advancing technology would not disrupt the age-old, venerated profession of land surveying in the U.S. After all, Presidents George Washington and Abraham Lincoln were surveyors as young men, and President Thomas Jefferson was one generally throughout his life.
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COPS photo contest highlights connection with community
Dr. Denise A. Valenti Law Enforcement, Defense & SecurityThe Office of Community Oriented Policing Services (COPS) recently announced the winners of its 2018 Community Policing in Action Photo Contest. The contest has been underway since 2015, and each year the COPS program encourages state, local and tribal law enforcement agencies to submit images of community policing efforts.
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How to prepare your facility for church events
Deborah Ike Religious CommunityHosting a special event at your church requires a few extra steps than Sunday services. Before you go too far down the road planning your next event, make sure you've considered these items.
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3 steps leaders can take to achieve and encourage flow
Catherine Iste Business Management, Services & Risk ManagementWorking in a flow state allows anyone from a cashier to an extreme athlete to accomplish amazing things. Experiencing flow states in the office increases pleasure and creativity, produces lasting satisfaction and better results faster, plus it reduces stress.