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Sign Up for 2025 LeadingAge Minnesota Committees

On December 12, 2024 by Lori Meyer

As we prepare for the coming year, we invite you to get involved in LeadingAge Minnesota committees in 2025.

CMP Grant Application to Retain Staff Ends Jan. 30

On December 23, 2021 by Jenna Kellerman

Care centers have access to an engagement, retention, and leadership building platform for free through a grant for Align’s Employee Engagement Solution. The final grant window closes on Jan. 30. Previous messages indicated that subsequent grant cycles would open over the next two years; however, this will be the last opportunity.

Ending Soon: Nov. 23 Deadline for CMP Grant Application to Retain Staff

On November 11, 2021 by Jenna Kellerman

Care centers have access to an engagement, retention, and leadership building platform for free through a grant for Align’s Employee Engagement Solution. The current grant window closes on Nov. 23. Previous messages indicated that subsequent grant cycles would open over the next two years; however, applications cycles will be limited and will likely end in early 2022. If you plan to apply in future application cycles, please plan accordingly. 

Last Chance: CMP Grant Funds Webinar on Nov. 5

On November 4, 2021 by Jenna Kellerman

Care centers have access to an engagement, retention, and leadership building platform for free through a grant for Align’s Employee Engagement Solution. A new grant window opened on Sept. 22 and closes on Nov. 23. Subsequent cycles will open over the next two years.

Last Chance to Register: CMP Grant Funds Webinar on Oct. 29

On October 28, 2021 by Jenna Kellerman

Care centers have access to an engagement, retention, and leadership building platform for free through a grant for Align’s Employee Engagement Solution. A new grant window opened on Sept. 22 and closes on Nov. 23. Subsequent cycles will open over the next two years.

Register Today! CMP Grant Funds Webinar on Oct. 29

On October 21, 2021 by Jenna Kellerman

Care centers have access to an engagement, retention, and leadership building platform for free through a grant for Align’s Employee Engagement Solution. A new grant window opened on Sept. 22 and closes on Nov. 23. Subsequent cycles will open over the next two years.

Webinar Registration Now Open for CMP Grant Funds

On October 14, 2021 by Jenna Kellerman

Care centers have access to an engagement, retention, and leadership building platform for free through a grant for Align’s Employee Engagement Solution. A new grant window opened on Sept. 22 and closes on Nov. 23. Subsequent cycles will open over the next two years.

Webinar Registration Open for CMP Grant Funds

On October 7, 2021 by Jenna Kellerman

Care centers have access to an engagement, retention, and leadership building platform for free through a grant for Align’s Employee Engagement Solution. A new grant window opened on Sept. 22 and closes on Nov. 23. Subsequent cycles will open over the next two years.

Live Webinar for Employee Engagement CMP Grant Funds

On September 30, 2021 by Jenna Kellerman

Care centers have access to an engagement, retention, and leadership building platform for free through a grant for Align’s Employee Engagement Solution. A new grant window opened on Sept. 22 and closes on Nov. 23. Subsequent cycles will open over the next two years.

In 2020, Roll Up Your Sleeves

On December 18, 2019 by Jenna Kellerman

Working side-by-side with frontline staff can help develop relationships between supervisors and direct reports and goes a long way in establishing trust and respect. Make 2020 the year you set the example. Walk the walk and model the behavior you expect to see from others.  

Praising Your Staff

On December 10, 2019 by Jenna Kellerman

Do you offer enough praise to your team? When you compliment staff, you set a culture of positivity. 

The more staff receive authentic, timely, and specific praise from you, the more likely they are to pass on that practice to others. You are setting the example. Staff who praise one another instill confidence in one another. For more on this, read In Praise of Praising Your Employees.

Get more information in the Workforce Center. Questions? Contact Jenna Kellerman.

Identify Your Top Influencers

On December 3, 2019 by Jenna Kellerman

Who are the top influencers in your organization? Influencers may not be formal leaders, managers, or directors. In fact, it’s likely that your top influencers are frontline staff.  

The Importance of Personal Goals

On November 26, 2019 by Jenna Kellerman

You can help people transcend their job titles by supporting both their personal and professional goals. 

Coming Soon: Employee Retention Survey

On November 26, 2019 by Jenna Kellerman

Have 5 minutes? Want to know key insights into staff retention? Get ready to take a brief survey next week to help us and you better understand the state of employee engagement practices in our field.

Experience the Frontline

On November 19, 2019 by Jenna Kellerman

Are you looking for ways to connect with your staff? Do you have a goal to build relationships with your team and to improve the culture of your organizations? 

Motivate Your Team: Engaged Speakers to Inspire, Motivate and Transform

On November 12, 2019 by Jenna Kellerman

There is a reason why the keynote speaker is always a standing-room-only session at LeadingAge Minnesota’s Institute and Expo...people need to feel inspired! 

Focus on Meaningful Supports for Your Team

On November 5, 2019 by Jenna Kellerman

Our workforce today often faces challenges and complications in their personal lives. Research by the National Human Services Assembly suggests that staff who have stable family lives are more effective at work, as they can focus on work without personal distractions or stress. The Bridging the Gap Toolkit assists you in implementing supports that are meaningful to staff in your organization.  

Why is Staff Recognition Important?

On October 23, 2019 by Jenna Kellerman

Staff recognition builds morale and increases retention. Research shows it doesn’t have to take a big investment of time, effort or money to recognize team member contributions in a meaningful way. One of the most impactful, low-cost or no-cost strategies is meaningful, personal recognition.   

Engage Staff in Decision Making

On October 8, 2019 by Jenna Kellerman

Getting staff input on decisions is important. When staff feel their opinion matters, they feel empowered in their roles and connected to the organization. 

Retain Your Staff with the Onboarding Toolkit

On September 4, 2018 by Jenna Kellerman

Looking for tools to turn your standard new employee orientation into an engaging onboarding experience? Watch this 7-minute video to learn about an exciting new resource that is free to LeadingAge Minnesota members – our Onboarding Toolkit.