7 Things to Negotiate Other Than Your Salary

So you nailed the interview, and now you have an unread email in your inbox titled job offer. You’ve been thinking about the salary and are wondering, “Do I want to negotiate a higher salary?” Did you know there are other things you can negotiate (besides salary)? Learning how to negotiate builds confidence, shows your …

Understanding Employee Turnover: Key Reasons Why Talented Individuals Resign

Employee turnover is an inevitable aspect of the workforce, but understanding the underlying reasons behind employee resignations is crucial for organizations aiming to retain their top talent. In the hospitality industry, where the role of a hotel manager, hiring manager, and human resources (HR) professional is pivotal, addressing the root causes of employee turnover is …

How Should You Handle a Low-ball Offer?

Securing a job in the competitive hospitality industry can be both exciting and challenging. However, what do you do when you receive a job offer that falls below your expectations? Handling a low-ball offer requires finesse and strategic thinking. Understand Your Worth: Before reacting to a low-ball offer, take the time to understand your market …

The Bartender: Hotel Bars vs Restaurant Bars

Remember Sam Malone, the consummate bartender who owned TV’s most famous pub, Cheers, “where everybody knows your name”? His patrons were treated like family, and he created an environment where locals made his bar their “local”. A successful bartender is no mere mixer of drinks or inventor of the next big cocktail. Whether in a …

Nail Each Phase Of A Job Interview

The hospitality industry is known for its dynamic and customer-centric nature, making the interview process for hospitality professionals unique and demanding. To excel in this competitive field, it’s crucial to approach each phase of the interview process with diligence and preparation. In this article, we will guide you through the key strategies to succeed in …

Resume Keywords: What You Need to Know

Keywords are words or phrases that describe the specific skills and attributes the hiring manager is seeking in a job posting. Because hiring managers often receive hundreds of resumes, they scan for particular words/phrases that indicate you have the specific skills and experience they want. Many companies employ an Applicant Tracking System (ATS) that uses …

Top 10 Worst Job Interview Habits to Drop Now

Congratulations! You got the interview. It can be nerve-wracking, but it brings you one step closer to getting the job. So, how can you make the most of this opportunity? Start by taking a hard look at some bad personal habits you have that you might not even be aware of. They may be working against …

5 Bad Habits Interviewers Need to Break

First impressions are crucial and the role interviewers play in that is crucial. Job seekers are getting more and more comfortable with interviewing the interviewers, and focusing on finding a position and company that will help them grow and develop in their career. As much as job seekers need to break certain habits that they …

Strategies to Secure a Hospitality Job When You’re Underqualified

Embarking on a job search can be a daunting task, especially when you feel you may be underqualified for positions that are available or that you are interested in.  In the dynamic and competitive field of hospitality, where experience often takes center stage, it’s crucial to adopt strategic approaches to stand out and secure that …

Personality, Skills, or Experience: What Matters Most

In the competitive realm of the hospitality industry, job seekers often find themselves trying to figure out what employers value most—personality, skills, or experience. We’re going to shed some light here!  The Dynamics of Personality In hospitality customer service is paramount, and personality can play a pivotal role in determining a candidate’s suitability for a …