Keys Bartender Anti-maga Podcast

Jim begins training at his new employer, Islamorada Beverages. He admits his lack of knowledge about beer. Never be ashamed of ignorance don't let it become a reason to not learn.

Jim resigns before his first day of work.

Getting a job is a job in itself. How do you find the right job(s)? Why does he want two part-time jobs instead of 1 full-time job?

Abby and Jim celebrate the coming of 2024 with dinner and a comedy show.

Why do we always seem to view the previous year as a thing to get over? It is truly a poor experience when there is nothing to be learned from it.

Its difficult to close when the guest don't want to leave. Here are some strategies. Jim goes over the oft oversimplified "Irish Goodbye".

Abby and Jim attend a Jewish Friend's Birthday Party. What could be more Christmasy? Jim explains Christmas traditions to a hypothetical Alien Visitor.

How to maintain a good attitude at work.

Jim is in the interview groove . He feels as if he is in the zone. Why do we feel the need to put up a front when being interviewed? Just try to be the person you want to be. Assuming that person is helpful, caring, friendly, and a team player. We hear about the faux pas in Jim's past.

Jim spends one day training at job and realizes it isn't a good match.

Jim finally starts getting offers of employment and not just a few. Driving for a ride share in the Upper Keys out of season is patience testing activity.

Don't make the mistake of purchasing oddball liquor for Christmas Cocktails if you are a Bar. Unless you want to be looking at that Peppermint Schnapps for the next 20 years. Jim accidently stumbles upon a strange but funny podcast only for those not easily offended- This Irish-American Life.

Synergy and group dynamics are used Human Resources types. But, in actuality we can all benefit by understanding each other strengths and how to harness them while at work. Think of the Avengers.

It’s super secret.

We ponder a question posted on a FB Bartending Page concerning drinks that bartenders hate to make. While waxing haphazardly on not letting things bother you Jim is bothered by forgetfulness.

Why is it important to have 0.0% products and making sure they stand out? Jim and Family go to Manhattan.

Jim learns that chickens can fly, not that far. A bar kit is an essential for the catering bartender.

Jim gets short notice call to bartend a Wedding oceanside. He realizes after all this years that variety appeals to him, when it comes to work.

A couple chickens put on a show in a Key Largo parking lot. Jim starts to do some gig driving and a catering job causes him to sweat like a person of ill repute in a house of worship.

Breaking some habits are an effective way express change in our work routines. We are on the cusp of interesting changes when it comes to AI. With the intertwining of Artificial Intelligence in business and our online interactions there is even more need of authenticity in our lives when it comes to personal relationships.

Jim responds to a very positive listener E-mail. A listener informs the host of an oft repeated phrase that has become distracting.

Jim improvises on a regular basis whether it is Spin Class, Bartending, or Podcasting. There is a unexpected joys in the unexpected.

Fantasy Fest wraps up in Key West with several arrests for indecent exposure. How does that happen with the prevalence body paint as the clothing? A church group proselytizes in the middle of the festivities. Finally, Jim and Abby attend a comedy show in Islamorada. A special thank you to our friends Heidi and Jim.

Jim ponders what a 13 yo Jim would feel about the Boob Fest also known as Fantasy Fest.

Abby and Jim go to Key West at the outset of Fantasy Fest. Jim gets accused of staring.