One of the biggest obstacles to early-stage startup growth is the fact that operational and administrative tasks eat up a huge chunk of your time as a startup founder, preventing you to invest in the activities that would elevate your project – product development, sales, etc.. Yet, the lack of resources usually means you cannot […]
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Thank you to Lois A. Bowers from McKnight’s Senior Living, Editor’s Column for this article “Cautiously optimistic” is the way Lisa McCracken, head of research and analytics at the National Investment Center for Seniors Housing & Care, described NIC’s outlook for senior living and skilled nursing providers Wednesday during a briefing with members of the
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What I know & want you to know I selected this blog topic after attending this week’s networking meeting for my business. Early on, I realized that networking is essential for business success. In the field of aging, collaboration with various professional services is crucial to effectively support individuals as they grow older. Before starting
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CLEVELAND – According to a recent study, the number of dementia cases here in the United States is expected to double by the year 2060. But, why is that? “The number of people over the age of 65 is expected to increase consistently over the many decades coming up, and age is the highest risk factor
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5 Situations When It’s Better to Say No to a Business Proposal or Professional Opportunity In our fast-paced day to day world of business, professionals are often encouraged to say “yes” to every opportunity that comes their way. The fear of missing out (FOMO) or the desire to appear ambitious can make it tempting to
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The nursing home industry is one of the most demanding and emotionally charged sectors in healthcare. Leaders in this field are tasked with ensuring the well-being of vulnerable populations, managing complex regulatory requirements, and navigating staffing challenges—all while maintaining a compassionate and person-centered approach. Despite the critical role they play, nursing home leaders often face
Why THINK matters Often, our personal lives spill over into our professional lives. My personal life can be much different than my professional life however I possess tools in my personal life that I also integrate into my professional life and one of them is the acronym THINK. I first learned this acronym in a
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Creative marketing Every business owner quickly learns the significance of building an effective marketing strategy. Marketing is commonly misunderstood as the development of collateral materials, handing out pens and magnets and developing a social media strategy. Those are all elements of a marketing plan, however the most important element is developing meaningful relationships with customers
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You’re not alone! If you’re frustrated because you can’t find and keep good employees, you’re not alone. I hear this complaint from business owners all the time: “Nobody wants to work anymore,” “They leave as soon as I train them,” or “Why can’t people show up and just do their job?” Here’s the thing: the labor market has changed.
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Like vs. Respect in Leadership: Understanding the Difference In leadership, being liked and being respected are often viewed as desirable traits. However, they serve distinct purposes and are rooted in different aspects of human relationships. While one might argue that a balance between the two is ideal, understanding the differences between being liked and being
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A Simple & Often Ignored Tool Reflection is often overlooked in our fast-paced business world, where the drive for action and results can overshadow the need to pause and assess. However, reflection is a critical tool for strategic planning. Reflection allows businesses to step back, evaluate their goals and strategies, and make informed adjustments that
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Time Mastery vs Management Time management and time mastery are two distinct approaches to handling the limited resource of time. While time management focuses on organizing and prioritizing tasks efficiently, time mastery takes a more holistic and strategic perspective, aiming not just to manage time but to truly master it. Time management involves tools and
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Is your business ready for the new year? As the senior care and eldercare industries continue to evolve, strategic planning becomes increasingly vital for us to provide high-quality services while staying competitive. With a new year upon us, it’s the perfect time to assess your organization’s direction and adopt effective planning methods. Below are five
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What is keeping you from fully using ChatGPT for your business? Technology tools like ChatGPT offer immense potential to transform the way we operate our businesses. I had no idea the potential of using ChatGPT until recently. One morning I was watching and listening to a podcast learning about using affiliates on a website. The
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Why people chose the Band-aid approach for problem solving How often have you moved into a new role at work only to discover the mountain of issues left by your predecessor? Human’s are a very predictable species. The saying “an easier, softer way” can be used to define human behavior. In spite of knowing what
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5 Very useful free business tools! How often do your read an article that talks about free business tools only to discover the “free” part is after you buy something? Well, free things do actually exist! We also need to be aware that just because things are free, doesn’t always mean they are of high
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The first skill: product innovation There are 2 types of businesses, one that sells a product and one that sells a service. Any service will automatically have limited earning potential because it relies on time and time has limitations. You must figure out to to disconnect your wealth generation from time. Therefore product sales are
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What do we mean AI? Let’s be sure we’re talking the same language first. AI is more than Chat GPT which is one of the many AI tools/instruments. When defining AI, we need to understand that Artificial intelligence is the simulation of human intelligence processes by machines, especially computer systems. Everyday we are introduced to
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How “should” a leader inspire their employees? This is quite a subjective question and topic. However, it’s necessary for anyone moving into a leadership role to understand what comes with the role of being a leader. Thinking outside of the box so your employees recognize your efforts is one of the keys to making a
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Winners & successful people have this in common… All of the elite in their industries have coaches. Every single one of them has reached the pinnacle of their careers by using coaches to help them get there. It’s a known fact that it’s abundantly easier to grow with the help of experts. You might need
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The ABCs of ADHD Before we jump into this article, let’s start with defining ADHD. The term has gotten a lot of air time and people often use the term ADHD to describe a large assortment of behaviors. However, just because behaviors are present doesn’t necessarily mean that ADHD is present. Many other mental and
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Defining a Sales Funnel A sales funnel is a marketing term used to capture and describe potential customers’ journeys, from prospecting to purchase. A sales funnel consists of several steps, the actual number of which varies with each company’s sales model. Well-built sales funnels without gaps allow companies to shepherd potential customers through the buying
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Whether you are climbing the corporate ladder, working as an environmental service worker, cooking for a small restaurant, playing on a sports team, leadership skills are a must have. There are countless viewpoints about leadership. Regardless of your job title, there are always opportunities to lead. There are also assumptions that everyone wants to lead
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What the heck is a boundary anyway? Not a day goes by in my coaching practice that the term “boundary” doesn’t emerge during a session. In spite of how often the topic or term occurs, it’s rare that a person fully understands what a boundary is, how to set them, why to set them and
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Such a popular phrase…. Certainly you have heard and said this phrase, “you need to think outside of the box”. This is a common euphemism for mistakes business owners and developers make everyday. Typically thought of as a narrow focus and lack of targeting that can result in many missed opportunities! Often, the origin of
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The Art and Strategy of Discounting When is the last time you bought an item or service because you saw that it was “on sale”? When you read the ad, see the coupon, or hear the advertisement does your internal voice go off and say “be careful” or “it’s too good to be true” or
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The top 5 fears As much as people wish to stay youthful and no matter the lengths we go to remain young, some degree of depressing thoughts about aging linger in most of our minds. Mental and physical decline, losing loved ones & being alone, not being able to financially support oneself or loved ones,
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The collision of life and work Can a person truly keep their personal and professional lives separate? I think not. I love reading about work/life balance and setting strict rules about work and personal lives. However, if you are a business owner, C-suite professional, entrepreneur, parent or child for that matter, the trainings, books, podcasts
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My needs versus their needs One of the core tasks of team leaders is keeping motivation and inspiration high. This doesn’t mean all great leaders are charismatic and inspiring. In fact, the opposite is often true. Motivating employees isn’t about what you say to them, it’s about understanding what they’re seeking from work. And while
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Betterhealthyaging.net, a great resource of practical aging & caregiving education, details these 7 common problems: 1. Falls Falls are very common in older adults. Many falls cause only minor injuries, but they are scary and can cause older adults to restrict their activities. In fact, fear of falling is common and has been linked to decreased
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Why dementia training is necessary for senior care business owners It may seem obvious that senior care business owners should have dementia training. Unfortunately, there are countless senior care businesses that don’t invest time or money in their workforce to adequately train them in dementia care. Dementia care requires care providers to be comprehensively knowledgeable
Defining limiting thoughts and beliefs: Limiting beliefs are a set of self-imposed restrictions and false assumptions about ourselves, our potential, and the world around us. They can hold us back from achieving success, reaching our goals, and living life to its fullest. Where do limiting thoughts come from? They may have been instilled in us
The mentally well boss & employees… An organization is a direct reflection of the leader and those in leadership roles. It’s not unusual for organizations to attempt to resolve their employee engagement issues by hiring a trainer and/or consultant. The lack of willingness or interest to explore how the leadership is impacting the engagement of
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1) Know your purpose & your client When I started my eldercare education company in 2001 my heart was in the right place. However I soon discovered that I needed to engage my brain more than my heart! My story begins when I was 10 and someone asked me “what do I want to do
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Hold up a mirror… NOONE gets excited or thrilled about taking an honest look at oneself. There’s a saying that we are a reflection of the way we feel. Our behavior will mirror our state of being. When we are happy, we don’t act angry. The simple act of watching oneself throughout the day can
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Defining micromanagement Nothing is more demotivating than having a micromanaging boss control every step of your daily workflow. Micromanaging or micromanagement is a negative term that refers to management style. Micromanagement is a pattern of manager behavior marked by excessive supervision and control of employees’ work and processes, as well as a limited delegation of tasks or
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Why you should network for your business Not all networking organizations are created equal . Many come with their own set of challenges that can hinder your progress rather than help. We’re going to explore mistakes that prevent successful networking. 5 Big Networking Mistakes Are you attending or are you having a member of your
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What makes Pinterest different than other search engines? While it’s becoming increasingly acknowledged that Pinterest is actually a search engine, it’s unique in many ways. Users come to Pinterest with specific goals in mind, looking for ideas and inspiration for different aspects of their lives. Pinterest differs from traditional search engines in several key ways: Visual
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Scalability is a characteristic that describes the capability of a business to perform well even when the workload expands. Scaling a business means having effective ways to increase its performance even when it is tested with larger outcome requirements. Scaling any business depends on two factors: capability and capacity. Ask yourself a few questions; is
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If you keep doing things the same way! There’s a popular phrase, doing the same thing over and over and expecting different results. Some say this is the definition of insanity, I would say this is human nature. Neurologically speaking, our brains are wired to repeat over and over regardless of the consequences that sometimes
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Hiring is Hard & Firing Sucks! Remember the day you decided to open your own business? The excitement of knowing you are moving your dream into reality. It’s hard to put the experience into words. As you enter into the unknown, many entrepreneurs must immediately hire employees. The process of hiring can be overwhelming. 3
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1. Free Website The heart of your business may very well be your website. Having a site allows people to view your services and products. Personally, I think it’s in your best interest to own your website (purchase your domain name and hosting), but if you’re looking for a quick way to set up a
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Start off with a Free assessment from Mindtools.com We have all witnessed great leadership. We might also believe we have great leadership skills. Leadership certainly isn’t attached to a job description which is one of the greatest fallacies about leadership. If you’re curious about your own leadership skills, why not start by taking a free
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Successful Senior Care Businesses Commit to These 5 Things Everyday! Every business day can be a new adventure or a new nightmare! There are countless tips, tools and strategies we read about, listen to podcasts about and witness through the behaviors of successful business owners and leaders. So how do you decide which ones to
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“I just don’t have enough time…” Why is this topic so important as a business leader? Lack of delegation skills can result in countless organizational challenges and deficits. We will explore how lack of delegation skills and how effective delegation can impact the workplace. We will also explore why these problems exist and how to
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FREE leadership resources! The too good to be true scenario we commonly feel when something is free can derail us from engaging with it. For years I have offered free services to consumers as well as participants in our networking organization. It’s truly fascinating to witness how few take advantage of these offers. The idea
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What is success anyway? Success in its simplest form is the achievement of goals. The term success commonly conjures up images of financial achievements. This article will explore success with minimal regard to financial aspects. If we think about the relationship we have with our business, it can resemble the relationship we have with family,
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What is Emotional Intelligence (EQ)? The term emotional intelligence was created by two researchers Peter Salovey and John Mayer in their article “Emotional Intelligence” in the journal Imagination, Cognition, and Personality in 1990. It was later popularized by Daniel Goleman in his 1995 book Emotional Intelligence. Emotional intelligence (EQ) refers to the ability to recognize,
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Whether you work as a professional caregiver or you provide care to a loved one, there are SO many things you need to know! Caring for a loved one or an older adult who is unwell can be a deeply rewarding yet challenging experience. As a caregiver, you play a crucial role in ensuring the
Before assessing whether you are a bad or good leader, you need to know the qualities a good leader possesses Are people natural leaders or are they created? Whether born or created, leadership requires a specific mindset. It’s a multifaceted mindset that transcends authority and involves inspiring, guiding, and fostering the growth of others. At
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Leadership vs. leading: Unveiling the nuances that define success In the dynamic landscape of organizational dynamics and personal development, the terms “leadership” and “leading” are often used interchangeably. However, a closer inspection reveals subtle yet significant distinctions between the two concepts. While both are integral to effective management and team dynamics, understanding the nuances between
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Some resources are linked for your convenience. This comprehensive list offers numerous resources for business owners. In today’s fast-paced digital landscape, technology is a key driver of business success. For entrepreneurs and business owners, harnessing the power of technology can enhance productivity, streamline operations, and provide a competitive edge. The good news is that there
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