One of the many benefits of working in the hospitality industry is the versatility that it offers. Hotel types run the gamut, from five-star, luxury hotels to limited-service, all-suite hotels where guests tend to stay for extended periods of time. The people who work in hospitality are also quite diverse as are the types of …
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Your personal job seeker profile on Hcareers displays your information and credentials to prospective employers. It’s important to include all the relevant information you can to ensure you have a leg up on the competition. Your profile on Hcareers allows you to advertise the best of yourself, so be sure to take great care in …
You can think of all the tasks you do at work as a series of problems to be solved. Some of those problems are repeated many times and already have solutions prepared for them; for example, if a guest wants to book a room, the answer is to use your hotel’s reservation system to assign …
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Do you know that the first impression you make as a hospitality professional is not just on your guest but also on yourself? If you want to succeed in the hospitality industry, it’s important to have a personal brand. Building a personal brand that is visible to the external world is a great way to grow your hospitality …
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Got your eye on a restaurant management position? Working your way up is the way to get there. In fact, 9 out of 10 managers started in entry-level positions, and have been promoted through the ranks. If you’re hoping to reach management, here are four traits that successful restaurant managers have in common, and some …
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“Interns are like not-cut diamonds; They have flaws, but once you cut them well, they can become something great one day.”… Dave & Associates Hospitality internships are great for gaining the first-hand experience on how to incorporate what you learned in school into the real world of hospitality. Interestingly, the hospitality industry is open to many opportunities …
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By teaching people to tune in to their emotions with intelligence and to expand their circles of caring, we can transform organizations from the inside out and make a positive difference in our world – Dr. Daniel Goleman, author of Emotional Intelligence: Why It Can Matter More Than IQ As you navigate the job hunt, you …
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The greatest focus of job interview preparations is usually crafting thoughtful responses to interviewers’ questions and creating your own intelligent questions to ask. But body language is just as important during a job interview. How you physically present yourself during an interview also conveys a lot about who you are as a candidate and a …
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Table of Contents Neat and Professional Appearance Speak Multiple Languages Lift and Carry 30 to 50 Pounds Problem-Solving Skills Stamina to Stand for Long Periods Ability to Stay Calm Under Pressure Organized and Detail-Oriented Strong Interpersonal Skills Able to Work a Flexible Schedule Guest Service Effective Written and Verbal Communication Computer Literacy As people begin …
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Unfortunately, there is no room for mistakes during job searches. In a competitive job search, something as little as a typo, or not sending a follow-up email can be the difference between getting an interview or never hearing from that company. Knowing what mistakes to avoid can help make sure you start your job search …
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