According to the Bureau of Labor Statistics, almost forty percent of Americans aged 55 and older are active in today’s workforce. Yet this demographic consistently finds itself up against roadblocks when seeking new opportunities, particularly in the hospitality industry. Young hiring managers often hold misguided notions that older candidates can have too much experience, not… Read more »
Imagine interviewing a perfectly qualified candidate for a hard-to-fill hospitality position at your company. Now imagine they ask, “Why should I want to work for your company?”. Would you be able to provide a compelling answer? While not many candidates would be bold enough to ask that question, companies trying to attract the best talent… Read more »
The old business adage of “You’ve got to spend money to make money” has taken hold in the private club industry. A recent survey found that over half of private clubs plan to spend more on facility improvements this year. However, for these projects to pay off for clubs, they must not let member satisfaction… Read more »
Restaurant technology development has taken off at an unprecedented pace in the last five years. Technology companies touted everything from flashy robots to sophisticated operating systems as “the next big thing” in restaurants. However, rapid development also means growing pains. Which of these restaurant technology trends are living up to expectations, and which trends simply… Read more »
The most competitive hospitality employers never stop asking themselves “How can we attract and keep the best hotel employees?” Competitive salary and healthcare benefits tend to be the first strategies that come to mind, but a recent statistic presents another opportunity. According to the Bank of America Institute, the average household cost of childcare has… Read more »
Having an easily recognizable employer brand is invaluable to hospitality companies seeking to attract candidates. However, some hiring situations require a more discrete approach. Whether a hospitality company wants to limit the number of unqualified candidates, shield business plans from competitors, or minimize operations disruptions during executive turnover, confidential searches can be a valuable strategy.… Read more »
“Trust is the highest form of human motivation. It brings out the very best in people.” – Stephen R. Covey For hospitality employers looking for the magic ingredient for motivating their teams, they can look no further than trust. Trust improves retention, productivity, and morale. Without it, employees will quickly leave, or worse, stick around… Read more »
As the population of Americans aging into retirement age grows, the demand for senior living also grows. While this should mean that senior living sales professionals’ jobs are getting easier, many communities are struggling to convert leads. What does this mean? It means that senior living sales professionals need a different set of skills to… Read more »
User Generated Content (UGC), which is anything that a customer shares about a brand on social media, seems to be a marketing golden ticket for restaurants. It speaks to the public’s demand for authenticity and is budget friendly. We have seen restaurants use tactics like aggressive review requests, flashy in-restaurant photo ops, and even online… Read more »
There is no doubt about it – the wellness travel industry is here to stay, showing steady growth since the end of the pandemic. However, this doesn’t necessarily mean that travelers are now flocking in droves to traditional hotel gyms and beauty spas. Travelers want to leave hotels and resorts feeling more revitalized and healthier… Read more »