Discussing money with your boss is one of the more dreaded aspects of the modern workplace. We’re often taught that it’s inappropriate to talk about money when we’re young, which makes it uncomfortable to have the open conversations necessary to increase your salary! Remember: employment is a contract. You agree to complete certain tasks in …
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Waiting tables seems like a fairly straightforward job. But anyone who has done it for a while knows that it comes with its own set of challenges. Knowing how to handle a situation when it arises will make you a more valued team member to management who knows that service quality is just as important …
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Did you just graduate or will soon graduate as a hospitality professional? Congratulations! We are glad you made it thus far, it’s definitely a huge achievement for you. Upon graduation, the need to get a rewarding hospitality job will be the next priority for you. And to be successful in this new journey, you need …
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In the earlier interview stages, hiring managers are looking for qualifying factors. Determinants like education and work experience are what get you in the door and start the conversation. But you probably won’t be the only candidate with the right qualifications. You may get to the final interview and be one of several applicants still …
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You did it! Your resume got through the ATS (Applicant Tracking System) and you landed that sought-after interview. However, later on, when you opened your email there it was – that polite, but dreaded message. It said, “Thanks for interviewing with us, but we’ve decided to go in another direction.” Or, “Thank you for your …
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While we all have a dream job, the reality is no job is ever perfect. It’s important to keep this in mind when starting any new position. No matter how excited you may be on the first day or during the first week of work, eventually, you’re going to find that there are aspects of …
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“Retirement only means it’s time for a new adventure” To every beginning, there must be an end. So after working as a hospitality professional for a reasonable number of years, you’ve made the tough decision to retire. You cannot just stop showing up at work one day, you need to inform your manager or employer. …
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Saying “no” to your boss can be daunting, even when you have valid reasons. You want to be a team player, but some requests are outside of your job description or simply can’t fit in with your current workload. Whether you’ve been asked to take on an extra task or invited to the office happy …
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You’ve heard that LinkedIn® is a great tool when you’re searching for a new job and it is! However, you’re still employed and you’re concerned about your employer finding out that you’re looking around at other opportunities. Or perhaps, you want to do your due diligence and don’t want the person you’re searching to know …
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You’ve probably landed on this article because the habit of constantly looking at somebody else’s life often results in you feeling not so fantastic about yours. Did we hit the nail on the head? And you probably know that just saying to yourself “I really need to stop comparing myself to others” doesn’t really solve …
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