We surveyed the Hcareers audience for their thoughts on how the hospitality industry is supporting diversity and inclusion efforts, and how a diverse and inclusive workplace can help create a better experience for guests and employees alike. Thank you to everyone who contributed to our survey. Below is a breakdown of the results. To start …
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Preparing for a job interview can be very tactical. It basically comes down to creating a check-list of learning as much as you can about the company, dressing professionally and showing up on time and with several pre-planned questions to ask the interviewer. But job interviewers are more than information transactions. The lesser-talked-about aspect of …
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You’ve got years of relevant experience, a job history that charts your steady upward progression in your field, and a reference list that reads like a “Who’s Who” of the industry. Slapping together a knock-‘em-dead resume should be a piece of cake, right? Not so fast. Even a job seeker with a stellar track record …
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Women play an important role in hospitality. In the lodging industry, they account for over 50% of the employees, but very few of the executive positions. The numbers are better in the food service sector: restaurants seem to provide more opportunities to women of all ages and stages of the careers. 61% of all adult …
A recent article in Hotel News Now points out: “there’s an abundance of talent in the industry right now, and to safely hire during the pandemic, some hoteliers have turned to online hiring processes.” For hospitality employers – as well as job seekers—virtual career fairs are practical and safe forums for meeting with potential new hires. Virtual …
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Getting a raise now can have a big impact on your earnings going forward in 5, 10 or even 20 years. Bear in mind that salary increases are often based on a percentage of your current salary, so a larger salary now will pay out bigger and bigger over time. Negotiating for a raise is …
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Over 40 million Americans have filed for unemployment claims so far this year, while many others were put on furlough, due to the pandemic putting a halt to many businesses. Losing your job can be both emotionally and financially taxing, especially while the economy is struggling, and many companies are pausing hiring new employees. Though losing a …
As if being a manager wasn’t challenging enough, the stakes became considerably higher when the Covid-19 crisis took the world by storm. All things team management has come into question as you’ve delivered layoffs, altered work environments, and attempted to reframe everyone’s emotions about being in limbo. The quality of your leadership is not only …
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When you’re looking for a new job, there’s more to consider than just a paycheck. We often focus more on what employers are seeking in employees, but it’s equally important to evaluate the company you’re going to be working with to be sure it’s the right place for you. Take a look at these top …
Workplaces are taking steps at becoming more diverse and supportive of diversity and inclusion initiatives. As a first initiative, many companies have been creating diversity and inclusion specific programs, committees and positions to make sure everyone is supported and represented amongst their colleagues. The benefits of diversity and inclusion There are many reasons for businesses …
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