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Bridge the Gap: The Senior Living Podcast

570 episodes - English - Latest episode: 15 days ago - ★★★★★ - 72 ratings

Welcome to Bridge the Gap with hosts Lucas McCurdy and Joshua Crisp. A podcast dedicated to informing, educating and influencing the future of housing and services for older adults in senior living.

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CW 122: Sales & Marketing with Christy Van Der Westhuizen

September 21, 2022 05:00 - 18 minutes - 13 MB

Focus on the behaviors and the results will come! Host Christy Van Der Westhuizen discusses how keeping it simple takes discipline. It takes focusing on small details. Small details are specific and precise. They’re measurable and attainable. Meet the BTG Contributors. Powered by Peak Senior Living by Functional Pathways. Connect with us on social media: YouTube  Instagram Facebook Twitter LinkedIn Tune in each Wednesday for a new episode of the Contributor Wednesday series! Visit o...

Sales and Marketing Messaging with Jeff Gronemeyer of Conversion Logix

September 19, 2022 05:00 - 25 minutes - 36.1 MB

Creating vibrancy and passion through a brand’s story is what Jeff Gronemeyer, VP of New Business Development at Conversion Logix, continues to strive to push in the senior living industry.  Conversion Logix was a Gold Sponsor at the VIP Ignite Experience: View Here Sponsored by Accushield, Connected Living, Hamilton CapTel, Enquire, LTC REIT, OneDay, Meridian Capital, iN2L, Solinity, and The Bridge Group Construction. Connect with BTG on social media: YouTube Instagram Facebook Twitt...

Sales and Marketing Messaging with Jeff Gronemeyer of Conversion Logix

September 19, 2022 05:00 - 25 minutes - 18.3 MB

Creating vibrancy and passion through a brand’s story is what Jeff Gronemeyer, VP of New Business Development at Conversion Logix, continues to strive to push in the senior living industry.  Conversion Logix was a Gold Sponsor at the VIP Ignite Experience: View Here Sponsored by Accushield, Connected Living, Hamilton CapTel, Enquire, LTC REIT, OneDay, Meridian Capital, iN2L, Solinity, and The Bridge Group Construction. Produced by Solinity Marketing. Connect with BTG on social media: Yo...

CW 121: Executive Coaching: Solving the Occupancy Puzzle with Julie Podewitz

September 14, 2022 05:00 - 26 minutes - 18.1 MB

During this series Julie will take a deeper dive into how to solve the occupancy puzzle by first identifying the problem, determining strategy, what actions to take, and how to get there.     These six podcasts narrow in on a key area of the occupancy puzzle, what contributes to the outcome, what to do, and how to coach others to achieve goal.    Speaking of goal (posts), in the third episode of the series, Julie explains how senior living sales is like an episode of Friday Night Lights....

Motivational Speaker Inky Johnson: VIP Ignite Experience Keynote Podcast

September 12, 2022 05:00 - 17 minutes - 24.9 MB

From life-altering tragedy to dreaming again, VIP Ignite Experience keynote speaker Inky Johnson shares his story of faith and perseverance to inspire senior living executives and thought leaders to never lose sight of your dreams. Follow Inky on Instagram: @inkyjohnsonmotivate Follow Inky on Twitter: @inkyjohnson Sponsored by Accushield, Connected Living, Hamilton CapTel, Enquire, LTC REIT, OneDay, Meridian Capital, iN2L, Solinity, and The Bridge Group Construction. Connect with BTG on ...

CW 120: Developing Emerging Leaders: How Organizations Can Set New Leaders Up for Success With Anthony Ormsbee-Hale

September 07, 2022 05:00 - 24 minutes - 16.6 MB

Anthony Ormsbee-Hale shares about all things mentorship In this episode, Anthony discusses what emerging leaders can do to identify mentors and initiate mentorship relationships and ends the episode by sharing examples of programs that organizations can implement to cultivate a culture of development within your business.  For the next episode, Anthony has a special request. The October episode will consist of Q&A about developing emerging leaders, professional development plans or mentors...

Aging with Dignity: How Five Wishes Can Change Your Life with Joanne Eason

September 05, 2022 05:00 - 14 minutes - 19.6 MB

It's not too early to begin advanced care planning. Joanne Eason, President of Five Wishes, discusses the importance for adults to consider the choice of comfort care, family relationships, and spiritual and emotional impact.  Download the Five Wishes program. Sponsored by Accushield, Connected Living, Hamilton CapTel, Enquire, LTC REIT, OneDay, Meridian Capital, iN2L, Solinity, and The Bridge Group Construction. Connect with BTG on social media: YouTube Instagram Facebook Twitter Li...

CW 119: Takeover with Peak Senior Living's Kathryn Wyatt

August 31, 2022 05:00 - 8 minutes - 5.82 MB

Kathryn Wyatt, Division VP of Senior Living at Peak Senior Living by Functional Pathways, joins Josh and Lucas for a Contributor Wednesday takeover. Tune in to learn about the partnership and services provided by Peak Senior Living. Sponsored by Peak Senior Living by Functional Pathways. Connect with us on social media: YouTube  Instagram Facebook Twitter LinkedIn Tune in each Wednesday for a new episode of the Contributor Wednesday series! Visit our website for more episodes and inf...

Tips for Navigating Owner-Operator Relationships from Industry Veteran Damon Thomas

August 29, 2022 05:00 - 18 minutes - 21.8 MB

Damon Thomas, BTG Ambassador and FSLA Board Member, discusses tips for navigating owner-operator relationships and the approach to take.  Recorded at Florida Senior Living Association (FSLA) Conference. Sponsored by Accushield, Connected Living, Hamilton CapTel, Enquire, LTC REIT, OneDay, Meridian Capital, iN2L, Solinity, and The Bridge Group Construction. Connect with BTG on social media: YouTube Instagram Facebook Twitter LinkedIn Meet the Hosts: Lucas McCurdy, @SeniorLivingFan O...

CW 118: Recruitment, Teams and Mindset with Chris Heinz

August 24, 2022 05:00 - 19 minutes - 13.3 MB

Far too many organizations outsource reference checks to technology or a third party. In this month’s episode from recruiting expert Chris Heinz, learn about the value of conducting reference checks and the multiple gains that can be made. During our Mindset Moment, BTG Contributor Chris Heinz, Managing Partner of Westport One, discusses several ways to get out of the rut. By changing things up, learning new skills, choosing an accountability partner, and creating new consistencies, you can...

It’s Time to Dream Again Nashville

August 22, 2022 05:00 - 8 minutes - 12 MB

Dream Again preview. BTG Network hosts Josh Crisp and Lucas McCurdy answer questions about the upcoming VIP Ignite Experience.  Request your invite here.  Join the BTG newsletter here. Sponsored by Accushield, Connected Living, Hamilton CapTel, Enquire, LTC REIT, OneDay, Meridian Capital, iN2L, Solinity, and The Bridge Group Construction. Connect with BTG on social media: YouTube Instagram Facebook Twitter LinkedIn Meet the Hosts: Lucas McCurdy, @SeniorLivingFan Owner, The Bridge ...

#ActivitiesStrong 20

August 18, 2022 05:00 - 53 minutes - 36.6 MB

Regardless of organization size or the resources available to us, every leader within every organization in senior living can build trust with their employees so that they are in turn able to provide residents with meaningful engagement. Without building trust, managers will never be able to drive long-term success for their team, family members, residents, or overall organization. Anthony Ormsbee-Hale, Vice President, People Operations at Civitas Senior Living, shares practical approaches ...

CW 117: Sales and Marketing with Christy Van Der Westhuizen

August 17, 2022 05:00 - 15 minutes - 10.6 MB

In this episode, host Christy Van Der Westhuizen discusses how important it is to face adversity with flexibility and strength, how to take care of your team, and how to “sprinkle that positivity everywhere." It’s the perfect time to improve the ever-important personal connections with prospects, residents, families, and your team members. Here’s where you can start… Ask how you can help. Ask how they’re doing. Ask about their family. Ask questions to get to know them better. Then, take...

FSLA President Gail Matillo Joins Bridge the Gap

August 15, 2022 05:00 - 9 minutes - 7.05 MB

Gail Matillo, President and CEO of the Florida Senior Living Association, joins Bridge the Gap to discuss the 2022 Engage Conference, regulatory efforts, and positive progression in Florida. Recorded at Florida Senior Living Association (FSLA) Conference. Sponsored by Accushield, Connected Living, Hamilton CapTel, Enquire, LTC REIT, OneDay, Meridian Capital, iN2L, Solinity, and The Bridge Group Construction. Connect with BTG on social media: YouTube Instagram Facebook Twitter LinkedI...

FSLA President Gail Matillo Joins Bridge the Gap

August 15, 2022 05:00 - 9 minutes - 11.6 MB

Gail Matillo, President and CEO of the Florida Senior Living Association, joins Bridge the Gap to discuss the 2022 Engage Conference, regulatory efforts, and positive progression in Florida. Recorded at Florida Senior Living Association (FSLA) Conference. Sponsored by Accushield, Connected Living, Hamilton CapTel, Enquire, LTC REIT, OneDay, Meridian Capital, iN2L, Solinity, and The Bridge Group Construction. Connect with BTG on social media: YouTube Instagram Facebook Twitter LinkedI...

CW 116: Executive Coaching: Solving the Occupancy Puzzle with Julie Podewitz

August 10, 2022 05:00 - 22 minutes - 15.8 MB

In this series, host Julie Podewitz takes a deep dive into how to solve the occupancy puzzle by first identifying the problem you're trying to solve, determining strategy, what actions to take and how to get there. Today, Julie looks at solving the "hot enough sales" problem by looking at the factors that make up the Tour to Sale conversion. The six episode-series each narrow in on a key area of the occupancy puzzle, what contributes to the outcome, what action to put in place and how to c...

NIC Fall Conference Preview from COO Chuck Harry

August 08, 2022 05:00 - 20 minutes - 23.3 MB

Preview of the 2022 NIC Fall Conference with COO Chuck Harry.  NIC Fall 2022 conference details.  Request your invitation to the VIP Ignite Experience, August 28-30.  View the Summer Issue of the BTG Magazine here.  Sponsored by Accushield, Connected Living, Hamilton CapTel, Enquire, LTC REIT, OneDay, Meridian Capital, iN2L, Solinity, and The Bridge Group Construction. Connect with BTG on social media: YouTube Instagram Facebook Twitter LinkedIn Meet the Hosts: Lucas McCurdy, @Se...

CW 115: Developing Emerging Leaders: How Organizations Can Set New Leaders Up for Success with Anthony Ormsbee-Hale

August 03, 2022 05:00 - 12 minutes - 8.69 MB

Anthony Ormsbee-Hale shares about the power of professional and personal development plans that emerging leaders can leverage to set and crush goals. No matter who you are, you can always develop skills and knowledge; you can always become a better version of yourself.  During this episode, Anthony shares several resources including a template for professional development plans and offers listeners a free resources for behavioral assessments via The Predictive Index. Template here. Use t...

Growing Bolder Founder Mark Middleton Shares Visions for Reshaping Aging with Marc Middleton

August 01, 2022 05:00 - 14 minutes - 20.4 MB

Marc Middleton, Founder and CEO of Growing Bolder, shares how his experience as a professional broadcast journalist combined with a passion for telling stories sparked his media company which focuses on featuring the under-appreciated, under-valued, under-served, and misunderstood stories of older adults.  Growing Bolder shares stories of ordinary people who embrace risk-taking and overcome fear of aging. Recorded at Florida Senior Living Association (FSLA) Conference. Sponsored by Accush...

Growing Bolder Founder Mark Middleton Shares Visions for Reshaping Agingwith Marc Middleton

August 01, 2022 05:00 - 14 minutes - 10.4 MB

Marc Middleton, Founder and CEO of Growing Bolder, shares how his experience as a professional broadcast journalist combined with a passion for telling stories sparked his media company which focuses on featuring the under-appreciated, under-valued, under-served, and misunderstood stories of older adults.  Growing Bolder shares stories of ordinary people who embrace risk-taking and overcome fear of aging. Recorded at Florida Senior Living Association (FSLA) Conference. Sponsored by Accush...

CW 114: Recruitment, Teams, and Mindset with Chris Heinz

July 27, 2022 05:00 - 14 minutes - 10.2 MB

Every senior living organization seems to be interviewing to fill positions. Candidates can go online and type in the phrase “how to prepare for an interview.” But there are few sources available to prepare the hiring team for the interview process. In this month’s episode from recruiting expert Chris Heinz, he shares several important steps for you and your team to be best prepared for interviewing and how to get great talent to accept your positions. During our Mindset Moment, BTG Contrib...

America’s Got Talent Finalist Performs on BTG with Max Major

July 25, 2022 05:00 - 18 minutes - 25.9 MB

Mentalist Max Major joins BTG Network from the Florida Senior Living Association Conference where he performed a jaw-dropping keynote show. He is an America’s Got Talent finalist and world renowned speaker and performer. Book Reference: The Body Language,  Book Reference: Influence, Robert Geodeni  Recorded at Florida Senior Living Association (FSLA) Conference. Follow Max on social media: @itsmaxmajor  Sponsored by Accushield, Connected Living, Hamilton CapTel, Enquire, LTC REIT, OneDa...

#ActivitiesStrong 19

July 21, 2022 05:00 - 58 minutes - 40 MB

In this Executive Edition webinar featuring Katie Churchill and Max McNamara, of Full Spectrum Search Group, learn how your organization can build its brand by improving your recruitment strategy. You will be able to hire passionate people with a sense of purpose who will improve resident engagement and satisfaction. Improving storytelling and enabling choice for residents and staff will help your organization become a better employer, partner and provider. Learn how a better recruitment st...

CW 113: Sales & Marketing with Christy Van Der Westhuizen

July 20, 2022 05:00 - 16 minutes - 11.6 MB

Host Christy Van Der Westhuizen discusses how to keep your sales team in the fast lane, the important roles community Executive Directors and other Department Heads have in the race, and how to stay ahead of the pack! If you were to look at the similarities of winning car racing teams, you’d see what they have in common. They all have: Clear direction Good communications Solid strategy Efficient completion of tasks Talent And, a winning attitude. This aligns so well with a winning se...

Care for the Caregiver: How Chaplain Services Impact Employee Retention with John Mileson

July 18, 2022 05:00 - 21 minutes - 29.3 MB

There is great value for caregiver teams and resident families to experience chaplain care. John Mileson, Executive Director of Senior Living Chaplains, shares insights into the power of genuine compassion and the impact on employee retention.  OnShift’s 3rd Annual 360 Workforce Survey conducted in the Fall of 2021 presented key insights from their 2,000 respondents, including: 79% said staffing shortages was the #1 workforce challenge 79% cited staff burnout as the top personal challenge...

CW 112: Executive Coaching: Solving the Occupancy Puzzle with Julie Podewitz

July 13, 2022 05:00 - 16 minutes - 11.6 MB

During this series, Julie Podewitz will take a deeper dive into how to solve the occupancy puzzle by first identifying the problem you're trying to solve, determining strategy, what actions to take and how to get there.  These six podcasts each narrow in on a key area of the occupancy puzzle, what contributes to the outcome, what action to put in place and how to coach others to achieve goals.  Meet the BTG Contributors. Contributor Wednesday is sponsored by Peak Senior Living by Function...

Reaching Leads the Way They Want to Be Reached Through Innovative Tech with Evan Friedkin

July 11, 2022 05:00 - 24 minutes - 17.1 MB

Reaching leads the way they want to be reached. Evan Friedkin, Head of Business Development at Roobrik, discusses the importance of being transparent and providing quality, targeted information for future residents and families. Request an invitation to the VIP Ignite Experience in Nashville, TN set for August 28-30. Read the latest issue of the BTG Magazine here. Sponsored by Accushield, Connected Living, Hamilton CapTel, Enquire, LTC REIT, OneDay, Meridian Capital, iN2L, Solinity, and T...

Reaching Leads the Way They Want to Be Reached Through Innovative Tech

July 11, 2022 05:00 - 24 minutes - 33.9 MB

Reaching leads the way they want to be reached. Evan Friedkin, Head of Business Development at Roobrik, discusses the importance of being transparent and providing quality, targeted information for future residents and families. Request an invitation to the VIP Ignite Experience in Nashville, TN set for August 28-30. Read the latest issue of the BTG Magazine here. Sponsored by Accushield, Connected Living, Hamilton CapTel, Enquire, LTC REIT, OneDay, Meridian Capital, iN2L, Solinity, and T...

CW 111: Developing Emerging Leaders: How Organizations Can Set New Leaders Up for Success with Anthony Ormsbee-Hale

July 06, 2022 05:00 - 19 minutes - 13.4 MB

Why is it that so many first time managers fail? One study by CEB shows that 60% of first time managers don’t succeed within two years of their promotion.  Anthony Ormsbee-Hale shares about the myths vs reality that many first time managers may experience and each month Anthony will expand on what organizations can do to create an internal structure that supports the success of first time managers.  Anthony references the work of Dr. Linda Hill and her HBR article Becoming the Boss: https:...

Workforce Trends and Staffing Solutions with Recruiter Katie Churchill

July 04, 2022 05:00 - 22 minutes - 16 MB

At the age of 12, she began calling bingo at a local community. She has been hooked ever since! Katie Churchill, Executive Senior Living Recruiter of Full Spectrum Staffing Solutions, shares her passion for the workforce and trends she is seeing in recruiting.  Follow Katie on Instagram: @katiec_seniorliving_recruiter  Request an invitation to the VIP Ignite Experience in Nashville, TN set for August 28-30. Read the Summer Issue of the BTG Magazine here. Sponsored by Accushield, Connecte...

Workforce Trends and Staffing Solutions with Recruiter Katie Churchill

July 04, 2022 05:00 - 22 minutes - 31.7 MB

At the age of 12, she began calling bingo at a local community. She has been hooked ever since! Katie Churchill, Executive Senior Living Recruiter of Full Spectrum Staffing Solutions, shares her passion for the workforce and trends she is seeing in recruiting.  Follow Katie on Instagram: @katiec_seniorliving_recruiter  Request an invitation to the VIP Ignite Experience in Nashville, TN set for August 28-30. Read the Summer Issue of the BTG Magazine here. Sponsored by Accushield, Connecte...

CW 110: Takeover with Josh & Lucas

June 29, 2022 05:00 - 14 minutes - 10.5 MB

Josh and Lucas take over the Contributor Wednesday to introduce the new Contributors that will join the BTG Network in July 2022, plus hear details and insider info about the VIP Ignite Experience!  Meet Contributors Anthony Ormsbee-Hale, Julie Podewitz, Christy Van Der Westhuizen, and Chris Heinz.  Read more about the contributors in the BTG Magazine. Powered by supporting partners Accushield, Connected Living, Hamilton CapTel, Enquire, LTC REIT,  OneDay, Meridian Capital, iN2L, Peak Sen...

How VR is Shaping Digital Health for Older Adults, MyndVR CEO

June 27, 2022 05:00 - 23 minutes - 32.7 MB

Therapy and Technology. Chris Brickler, CEO of MyndVR, discusses the power of using VR and technology to combat social isolation plus seeing the benefit of sensory stimulation and cognitive therapy. Watch MyndVR video. Request an invitation to the VIP Ignite Experience in Nashville, TN set for August 28-30. Read the lates issue of the BTG Magazine here. Sponsored by Accushield, Connected Living, Hamilton CapTel, Enquire, LTC REIT, OneDay, Meridian Capital, iN2L, Solinity, and The Bridge ...

How VR is Shaping Digital Health for Older Adults, MyndVR CEO Chris Brickler

June 27, 2022 05:00 - 23 minutes - 16.5 MB

Therapy and Technology. Chris Brickler, CEO of MyndVR, discusses the power of using VR and technology to combat social isolation plus seeing the benefit of sensory stimulation and cognitive therapy. Watch MyndVR video. Request an invitation to the VIP Ignite Experience in Nashville, TN set for August 28-30. Read the lates issue of the BTG Magazine here. Sponsored by Accushield, Connected Living, Hamilton CapTel, Enquire, LTC REIT, OneDay, Meridian Capital, iN2L, Solinity, and The Bridge ...

CW 109: Recruitment, Teams and Mindset with Chris Heinz

June 22, 2022 05:00 - 19 minutes - 13.3 MB

Every senior living organization runs ads on various job boards. The challenge is not that they are running these ads, but WHAT verbiage they use! Chris Heinz shares powerful insight for effective job postings. What you say and what you omit can make a difference in attracting the right talent! During our Mindset Moment, BTG Contributor Chris Heinz, Managing Partner of Westport One, discusses the reality of life and time. Focusing on the truly important parts of life rather than busy work w...

How a Planned Care Community Meets Unique Needs for Older Adults with Founder Loe Hornbuckle

June 20, 2022 05:00 - 20 minutes - 28.9 MB

Planned care home developer and operator Loe Hornbuckle, Founder of Sage Oak Assisted Living and Memory Care, shares innovative designs and concepts of the small house model. Award: Best Memory Care Design of 2021 GoodHorn Capital for investment opportunities. Request an invitation to the VIP Ignite Experience in Nashville, TN set for August 28-30. Read the Spring Issue of the BTG Magazine here. Sponsored by Accushield, Connected Living, Hamilton CapTel, Enquire, LTC REIT, OneDay, Merid...

#ActivitiesStrong 18

June 16, 2022 05:00 - 58 minutes - 40.4 MB

Join Robert Espinoza, Executive Vice President of Policy at PHI and Rev. Beth Long-Higgins, VP of Engagement and Director of the Ruth Frost Parker Center for Abundant Aging at United Church Homes for a discussion aimed to reflect, address, and attract diverse population preferences in senior living communities. As many LGBTQ+ older adults have lived a lifetime of challenges and discrimination, which often persist as they enter the long-term care system, there are great opportunities for se...

CW 108: Leadership & Intergenerational Living with Jane Rohde

June 15, 2022 05:00 - 15 minutes - 10.8 MB

Reinvention! BTG Contributor Jane Rohde discusses the importance of embracing care coordination and value brand care.  Meet the BTG Contributors. Powered by supporting partners Accushield, Connected Living, Hamilton CapTel, Enquire, LTC REIT,  OneDay, Meridian Capital, iN2L, Solinity, and The Bridge Group Construction. Connect with us on social media: YouTube  Instagram Facebook Twitter LinkedIn Tune in each Wednesday for a new episode of the Contributor Wednesday series! Visit our ...

4 Points to Address Resident Engagement and Staff Education with Dementia Care Trainer Dr. Jennifer Stelter

June 13, 2022 05:00 - 27 minutes - 38.7 MB

Learn about simple resident engagement techniques for those with dementia and the power of educating caregivers from Clinical Psychologist, certified Alzheimer’s Disease and Dementia care trainer, and co-owner of NeuroEssence, Dr. Jennifer Stelter. Author of The Busy Caregiver's Guide to Advanced Alzheimer Disease through Johns Hopkins Press can be ordered today. Listen to Dr. Stelter on Ep. 175. Request an Invite for the VIP Ignite Experience, August 28-30, 2022. Listen to the Activitie...

Raising Tech Ep. 12: Do You Kare?

June 09, 2022 05:00 - 30 minutes - 21.3 MB

Before COVID, there were 2.9 million front-line post-acute caregivers across the country. In early 2020, 15% of this workforce left the industry, with experts predicting a shortage of 1.8 million caregivers by the year 2023. In this episode of Raising Tech, our host Amber Bardon sits down with Charles Turner, Founder and CEO of KARE. Often referred to as the “Uber of staffing”, KARE’s mission is to transform caregivers and nurses into heroes who can easily respond to the call from senior ca...

CW 107: Strategic Communication in Sales & Marketing with Chris Watson

June 08, 2022 05:00 - 26 minutes - 18 MB

Chris Watson breaks down the 4 most common audiences that every organization is trying to keep engaged & motivated. Your People, Prospects, Customers & Leaders have the ability to grow your organization or sink it. If you are not telling the right stories to these audiences then they will listen to a better one from your competition. Chris explains that each of these audiences are making decisions based on what they are tuned into, & if your organization is not providing them with a communi...

Sales and Marketing Fundamentals with Solvere Living CEO Kristin Kutac Ward

June 06, 2022 05:00 - 19 minutes - 27 MB

How can community leaders advance sales faster? Kristin Kutac Ward, CEO of Solutions Advisors and Solvere Living, discusses the importance of establishing communication fundamentals for teams. Request an invitation to the VIP Ignite Experience in Nashville, TN set for August 28-30. Read the Spring Issue of the BTG Magazine here. Sponsored by Accushield, Connected Living, Hamilton CapTel, Enquire, LTC REIT, OneDay, Meridian Capital, iN2L, Solinity, and The Bridge Group Construction. Conne...

CW 106: Power Up and Perform with Kathy Parry

June 01, 2022 05:00 - 23 minutes - 16.3 MB

In this episode Kathy Parry, Corporate Energy Expert is going to help you personally Power UP! As we looked at in her first episode with BTG, a fully functioning circuit needs to have a power source. What is going to give our teams the ENERGY they need to show up, power up and serve? But in this episode, it is time to look at your PERSONAL energy levels. As a former wellness and nutrition coach, Kathy shares insights on why we are drained of energy and how to best build that energy back. Es...

Timeless Principles of Creating a Culture of Value for Staff

May 30, 2022 05:00 - 23 minutes - 32.1 MB

Pause and reflect.  What’s the most valuable resource in the senior living industry?  How can a great workplace environment affect operational efficiencies?  Larry Cohen, CEO of Trustwell Living discusses creating a value-driven culture for staff and the immense impact it can have on communities. Sponsored by Accushield, Connected Living, Hamilton CapTel, Enquire, LTC REIT, OneDay, Meridian Capital, iN2L, Solinity, and The Bridge Group Construction. Connect with BTG on social media: Yo...

Timeless Principles of Creating a Culture of Value for Staff

May 30, 2022 05:00 - 23 minutes - 16.2 MB

Pause and reflect.  What’s the most valuable resource in the senior living industry?  How can a great workplace environment affect operational efficiencies?  Larry Cohen, CEO of Trustwell Living discusses creating a value-driven culture for staff and the immense impact it can have on communities. Sponsored by Accushield, Connected Living, Hamilton CapTel, Enquire, LTC REIT, OneDay, Meridian Capital, iN2L, Solinity, and The Bridge Group Construction. Connect with BTG on social media: Yo...

CW 105: Recruitment, Teams and Mindset with Chris Heinz

May 25, 2022 05:00 - 22 minutes - 15.2 MB

We are in an unprecedented time with a hyper-competitive jobs market. Finding candidates that are qualified, interested, and wanting to come to work for you can be a challenge! Chris Heinz shares the 6 ways to find great candidates. Don’t be fooled that there is a super-secret one…it will take a blend of all of them! During our Mindset Moment, learn how to control what you actually have the capability to control. BTG Contributor Chris Heinz, Managing Partner of Westport One breaks down the ...

A Provider’s Perspective of Video’s Impact on Occupancy and Retention with Lacy Jungman

May 23, 2022 05:00 - 19 minutes - 26.3 MB

“Make lives better for seniors,” Lacy Jungman, VP of Strategic Development at OneDay explains. She brings a unique perspective as a provider using technology and now has the experience to uniquely share now technology can positively impact the industry. Recorded at Senior Living 100 Conference. Request an invitation to the VIP Ignite Experience: Dream Again. YouTube  Instagram Facebook  Twitter  LinkedIn Lucas McCurdy, @SeniorLivingFan Owner, The Bridge Group Construction; Senior Liv...

#ActivitiesStrong 17

May 19, 2022 05:00 - 1 hour - 42.4 MB

#ActivitiesStrong Executive Edition webinar: Ryan Frederick, CEO of SmartLiving360, discusses the Right Place, Right Time: The New Senior Living Strategy for Consumer Health and Happiness. Start a conversation about healthy aging. The research is clear: successful aging is much more about lifestyle and environment than DNA and where you live matters enormously. Free guide. The industry can leverage technology and social media to improve meaningful engagement in senior living communities.  ...

CW 104: Leadership & Intergenerational Living with Jane Rohde

May 18, 2022 05:00 - 21 minutes - 15 MB

Community planning and design framework: it’s essential! Jane Rohde discusses her “kit of parts” that can be used to create an intergenerational community and a continuum of care. Request an Invite for the VIP Ignite Experience, August 28-30 in Nashville, TN. Connect with Jane: Twitter - @jane_rohde Instagram - @janesrohde  Facebook LinkedIn Powered by supporting partners Accushield,  Connected Living, Hamilton CapTel, Enquire, LTC REIT,  OneDay, Meridian Capital, iN2L, Solinity, and ...

Creating a Great Place to Work® with CEO Michael Bush

May 16, 2022 09:00 - 24 minutes - 16.7 MB

The great resignation…and the great “thank you.” Michael Bush, CEO of Great Place to Work® and keynote speaker at Senior Living 100 Conference, discusses the 9 high-trust leadership behaviors.  Book: A Great Place to Work For All by Michael Bush Request an invitation to the VIP Ignite Experience: Dream Again. Read the Spring Issue of the BTG Magazine here. Request an invitation to the VIP Ignite Experience in Nashville, TN set for August 28-30. Powered by sponsors Accushield, Connected ...

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