Posts Tagged ‘hospitality’
Stress Relief in Uncertain Times
In these days of extreme uncertainty and too much anxiety, there needs to be a way to cope with the day-to-day grind. If you do not feel like going on a walk, meditating, or journaling, other productive options exist for stress relief. Life does not always have to be so serious, so take the time…
Read More4 Ways to Spotlight Hidden Hospitality Career Progression on Your Resume
Did you have the same title or position with multiple employers or locations over some time? Do you feel your resume does not show a positive direction and instead has a hidden career progression? Do not allow your application to be passed over for the wrong reasons! Read on for excellent insight into grooming your…
Read MoreIs There a Smile Behind the Mask?
The customer service industry has been turned on its head, closed, and is reinventing itself to re-open. In addition to social distancing, which requires restaurants to lose half their tables and retail to limit their occupancy, all customer-facing personnel are required to wear masks. Beyond that, there are requirements across the country that require masking-up…
Read MoreFor the Love of Bacon
Lately, it feels, each time we turn a corner, there is more bad news looming. In these times, we seek comfort, familiarity, common ground, joy…and BACON! Some label it an obsession, an unhealthy choice, or a breakfast staple. Those in the know, cherish it, love it, and cannot live without it. Let us cast worry…
Read MoreHospitality Managers: 4 Ways to Position Yourself Ahead of the Pack As Companies Begin to Rehire
The past two months have been exceedingly difficult for the hospitality industry. COVID-19-related closures have pushed thousands of qualified hospitality managers out of their careers and into a state of uncertainty. Now, as states across the country are beginning to lift their restrictions, our ever-resilient industry is preparing to go back to work. Amid cautious…
Read MoreRestaurants, Resiliency, and Lessons From Our Past
It has been said that there are two very distinct types of people in this world — individuals who are restaurant folks and those who are not. Some have started as busboys and dishwashers and have turned into giants of the industry. Some have worked the many counters behind the Golden Arches and deemed their…
Read MoreRemote Interviewing: The Silver Lining
Although recent business trends in industries, ranging from hospitality to senior living, show traffic declines of 50% or more, recruiting top talent continues to be a top priority across multiple sectors. Not only does ongoing recruitment allow talent upgrade opportunities during a tough operating environment, but it also ensures that with an over-abundance of qualified…
Read More4 Ways to Be Resilient in Uncertain Times
With everything going on in the world, it may be hard to keep a positive mental attitude or find a silver lining for circumstances out of anyone’s control. COVID-19 has had such an impact on so many industries and households. In our efforts to keep moving forward, it is extremely important to be resilient. Recognizing…
Read MoreCheck Off Your Bucket List From Home
Whether or not you have a formal list on paper, we all have a bucket list. All of those things we want to learn and places we’ve never been may seem even further from reach right now. But, with a great deal of extra time on our hands currently and the need for some positive…
Read MoreHow Are Country Clubs Enhancing Member Service During COVID-19?
As country clubs were preparing for the season, a madly insane thing happened on the way to the first tee. COVID-19 has taken over the world of private clubs and, more importantly, in our daily lives. As a result, general managers and boards have had to think fast on their feet to continue to provide…
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