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Slick Talk: The Hospitality Podcast

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This is the podcast for anyone and everyone in the Hospitality industry who loves what they do and wants to grow, learn, and experience all the cool things the world of hotels, restaurants, vacation rentals, and travel offers! On the show, Wil Slickers interviews some of the biggest Founders and Professionals within all hospitality segments. Slick Talk is a part of Skift!

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Skift

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Business

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skift.com

Latest episode

Jan 26, 2026

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Episodes

Elevate Training Above All Expectations 10.04.2019

Back again for our 2nd episode out of 3 for our Restaurant Series. Scott Stanfield (thegmcoach.com)  do a deep dive into proper training and how to get the most out of bringing on new staff members and ensure team culture will allow your staff to grow and create great experience in every aspect. Scott and I go a little longer on this episode because when it comes to this specific topic there is a...

Interviewing Character, Emotional Intelligence, & Hospitality Traits 03.04.2019

I have been joined with 20+ year restaurant veteran, expert, and owner of The GM Coach (gmcoach.com), Scott Stanfield! We dive into interviewing process for good workers and leaders as well as what to look for when hiring for any position! Great tips and tricks with a little bit of heart! This is episode one of three so make sure you don't miss out! Like & Subscribe Slick Talk: The Hospitality Pod...

99 Problems: Owners Worries For 2019 01.04.2019

On this episode of Slick Talk: The Hospitality Podcast, I announce one of many awesome guest speakers I have coming on the show for our Three episode series as well as another guest that will be announced on a later date!  With this episode I quickly cover the main topics that have owners and brand leaders worried about the change in the industry and how they will adapt. Not only that but the conc...

Slick Talk Update! 25.03.2019

Quick Podcast update! Just came back from vacation! This episode is just to ensure all my listeners that more content and projects are in the works with future guest speakers and series as well! Check out the new sponsors slicktalkthepodcast.com/podcast-sponsor Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Shifts In The Industry 14.03.2019

On the fly episode with my opinion and thoughts on some changes or as I like to say, “Shifts” in the industry! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Resort Fees & Downtrurn 26.02.2019

Finally an episode I get to go into my nerdy side of the industry and some topics I have passion about as a Hospitality Young Professional!  Listen and hear about how your property can gain more revenue and also working on preparations for the next downturn.  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

My Opinion On The 2019 ALIS 19.02.2019

The topics of 2019 happen at the ALIS (Americas Lodging Investment Summit) and did I like the topics I heard! Offering Purpose, Tech Trials and Errors, and Covering The Safety Features I Recently Talked About In The Previous Episode: Safety. Signs. Security. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Season 2: Safety. Signs. Security. 13.02.2019

Welcome to Season 2! This episode is to cover multiple areas of safety in the industry. Safety as a staff, safety for guests, and all the way to sex trafficking. What are the big brands doing? What will smaller brands do to follow suit?  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Hospitality Spotlight: Martin North 05.02.2019

My first ever Hospitality Spotlight goes to a great local company called Martin North. With a well known collection of properties, I'll dive into why I picked them to receive the first spotlight feature!  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Vacation Rental Tips & Tricks 02.02.2019

First solo episode in a while! Listen to my quick episode on how to really get started and do well in the vacation rental market for those of you looking to gain an extra stream of income or complete/start a passion project!  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Job Seekers & Employers Step Up Their Game 23.01.2019

Adam Knight and I dive into what the current market is like and how you or your employers can step it up to reduce turn-over rates and keep talented and driven staff to run a successful operation. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Service VS Hospitality 30.11.2018

Adam Knight and I are back and bringing some good light and conversation to something I find very important with our industry and feel like is the main factor of success between teams, staff, guests, and a solid brand! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

The Jupiter and Jupiter NEXT 27.11.2018

Interview with Katie Watkins the Community Manager for Jupiter Hotel and Jupiter NEXT as we dive into the community aspect of the hotel industry, along with the exciting success they have experienced in business and also becoming the first hotel in Oregon to have a 420 friendly package! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Updated Stay Alfred (The Hybrid of Hospitality) 20.11.2018

Take a listen about how the Vacation Rental comany, Stay Alfred, raises a total of $62 million after Series B funding of $47 from Nine Four General. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

The Centennial Hotel and Upcoming News! 15.11.2018

My quick review about the newly purchased hotel called The Centennial located in Spokane Washington and a quick snippet of my upcoming podcast episodes. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Special Guest: Adam Knight "So You Want To Be A Hotel Manager?" 31.10.2018

Special Guest: Adam Knight the owner of Proven Principles and I talk about becoming a manager in the Hotel world, things we wished we knew coming into the industry, our first management positions, proper training, and advice for up and coming leaders in Hotels! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Bonus Episode: Top 20 Cities for Halloween 2018 27.10.2018

Diving into top 20 cities for trick or treating as well providing you guys with some sneak peak to future content coming out next week with a future guest speaker and future hotel reviewing! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Episode 7: Hurricane Florence and Back To Basics! 18.09.2018

Hurricane Florence and a quick note about getting back to the basics! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Slick Talk: Stay Alfred 06.08.2018

Stay Alfred! The hybrid company changing the game and making a big name! Listen to find out more! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Rewards, Loyalty, and 3rd Party Reservations 04.08.2018

Again my rant on loyalty to hotel brands and earning rewards while staying loyal and avoiding 3rd party mess ups! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Slick Talk: Alexa Hospitality 20.07.2018

Today I talk about the launch of Alexa for Hospitality program and the changes coming in the Hotel/Hospitality industry! I would love to hear how you feel or what you think! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Slick Talk: Special Guest Erica Norris 03.04.2018

Special interview with Erica Norris, owner of Talk Fast Social and co-owner of Praxus Coworking in downtown Spokane. Join us as we talk about our journey and being a business owner! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

SlickTalk! 28.03.2018

First Podcast ever! Let me know what you think! I didn’t really know how to end it so ya my bad on that but whatever haha Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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