With joblessness soaring in recent days and weeks due to the devastating economic impact of the coronavirus pandemic, particularly on the hospitality industry, it’s easy to get discouraged about finding a new job right now. It can be challenging to even get motivated to start a job search, never mind successfully landing a new job. …
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It’s no secret that the global economy is entering a rough patch. And it’s likely that in the coming months each hiring decision has to be weighed very carefully. For the time being, anyway, the era of taking a chance on an untested applicant who might have future potential seems to be on hold. So …
As we enter an increasingly difficult and uncertain labor market, job seekers should prepare for steeper competition when they apply and interview. This means, that even at the entry level, you will need to become a bit more creative in the writing process by writing a resume that can compete in a recession. Here’s how …
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Modeling a work ethic and teaching youngsters the ins and outs of a day job, are noble goals. We even celebrate, “Take Your Sons and Daughters to Work Day” in our country – but it happens just once a year. Beyond this annual event, bringing kids to your workplace may be viewed as a disruption, or …
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When you’re applying for a job in hospitality, you should only include information that pertains to the job for which you’re applying. Of course, we all know to put the basics, like your contact information, relevant experience, and education. However, there are definitely some items you don’t need to share that may actually work against you in …
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So you want to work in the hotel industry. But why? Do you consider yourself to be service-oriented? A team player? Adaptable and a hard worker? If so, you’ve definitely selected the right industry in which to forge your future career. But if you’re looking to build a career in the hotel business for the …
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Depending on who you talk to, a career in hospitality may or may not be a dream job, but for those who truly love it, they couldn’t imagine working in any other industry. It’s never been an industry that’s attracted a workforce in search of building great wealth for its own sake, but there always …
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In the hospitality industry, the jobs are fast-paced, fun, and full of excitement when every day brings a new challenge. You’re surrounded by guests out on the town for a special evening or enjoying a well-deserved vacation, relaxing, and enjoying your service. It also means long hours, working evenings and weekends as well as special …
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