Your Hospitality Moment that Mentors

Just a few days ago, I was kept awake by a news article about a Hotel Night Auditor who was working alone. I offer 3 very useful ideas on how to ensure our auditors do not have to work a shift alone.

Get your tissue ready! I'm sharing one of my Auntie Jody stories with you where I fed my youngest nephew soup. I learned a lesson that day that would carry over into my workplace and how I cared for my employees.   * AI Usage

Dr. Jokima Hiller shares a candid story about a day working the front desk where she became distracted with paperwork and missed a guest, acknowledging the mistake and its possible consequences. The episode highlights the mentoring moment: the importance of attentiveness, owning errors, and committing to do better when serving guests at the front desk. Visit our BET on Hospitality Website: https:/...

When making decisions in the hotel and hospitality industry, it is important to take into consideration 3 key stakeholders. BET on Hospitality Website: https://betonhospitality.my.canva.site

Coffee, among other things, has a signature smell! Realizing this was the key to resolving one of my first problems as the new General Manager of a hotel with morning breakfast. BET on Hospitality Website: https://betonhospitality.my.canva.site

**Title: Discover Over 50 Episodes of Insightful Conversations **Introduction: **In today's fast-paced world, finding quality content that resonates with your interests can be a challenge. But what if you had access to over 50 episodes of engaging discussions right at your fingertips? **Main Content: **Jokima Hiller invites you to explore a treasure trove of episodes available on Spotify, Apple Po...

What comes to mind when you hear the words, "Last Call"? Yep, "Last Call for Alcohol"! Well, not in this true story. It means something different. Listen in and learn all about it. Learn more about BET on Hospitality by visiting our website at https://betonhospitality.my.canva.site/!

Have you ever arrived to work and your co-workers informed you that the FBI was looking for you the day before? No? Well, I wish I could say that it hadn't happened to me! Hold your questions until the end of this Podcast Episode! Learn more about BET on Hospitality by visiting our website at https://betonhospitality.my.canva.site/!

Recognizing others, including your staff and employees who are hard working, is very important! To be effective, I offer 3 aspects that should be taken into consideration. Listen in. . .and, if you want me to share some specific recognition techniques, please ask! Learn more about BET on Hospitality by visiting our website at https://betonhospitality.my.canva.site/!

Do you remember the last time you had "unforgettable" service? I will share with you one of my memorable service experiences and will ask you to strive to provide service that is unforgettable for your customers and guests too!

Ever had to conduct a security sweep for an entertainer and an entourage of double-digit number of people show up? Well, that's how James Brown (RIP) rolled!

Sometimes to determine what your mentee needs to know, starts with being observant.

My retirement dream is to show up at my hotel and Make the Bank Deposit! Having managed so many hotel owner's money, I know the importance of this responsibility. Let's take each step, one at a time.

Not all advice you will receive is good advice! So, be careful. But the advice I share with you in this episode is tried and true.

Welcome to my 50th Podcast Episode! How important are names? In this episode, I'll share with you the turning point experience that made me realize how important my name is as well as the names of our hospitality positions! Thank you all for being here for episode one to fifty, or if this is your first time joining me, thank you too! Enjoy!

Sorry folks but this is another naked person story! Only this one is much weirder and probably funnier!!

Learn how and why it's important to build your network of Industry Professionals, your contacts!

WELCOME to another INTERVIEW EDITION with Guest Jill Woods! Mentoring Moments include the following when training a new hire within the hotel sales department on the complexity of citywide events: 1. Breakdown tasks and information over time. 2. Manage the unexpected. 3. Layer your business. Wood's Bio: Currently Dual Director of Sales for Aimbridge Hospitality in the Indianapolis Downtown market...

I remember the first time a hotel guest yelled at me! Yes, he called me "stupid" in front of a lobby full of people. I share with you what I wish someone would have told me on that day. ** NO TEASER ** NO AD

You just had to be there or experience it yourself! Trying to plan, execute, and be involved in an event is truly challenging. My WYFA Experience is just one of those truly challenging times!

3 Stories in 1 - Go with me on my first manager on duty shift where I encountered 3 very challenging situations. Be sure to listen to the backstory, Season 3, Episode 2.

WELCOME to an INTERVIEW EDITION with Guest Martin Greene! Greene's Bio: Martin Greene is currently the Director of Human Resources at the Sheraton Grand Chicago! Over 25 years of experience within the hospitality industry ranging from dishwasher to general manager. Within my extensive career, the largest focus has been on Human Resources acting in a Director, Generalist and Business Partner role s...

"A Holiday to Remember!" is a different sort of "Christmas Story"! While my story may be a little late, the lesson will be right on time. *** "7 EASY Ways to Show Your Employees YOU Care!" is available online at www.outskirtspress.com/showyoucare and online with Amazon, Barnes & Noble, and Target.

WELCOME to another INTERVIEW EDITION with Guest Jill Woods! Wood's Bio: Currently Dual Director of Sales for Aimbridge Hospitality in the Indianapolis Downtown market representing the Courtyard by Marriott at the Capitol and the Residence Inn on the Canal. The last 10 years I was blessed to work with the best in hospitality at the Residence Inn - Fishers, as well as Regional Sales for Extended Sta...

Listen to another one of my TRUE Stories with an embedded lesson for Everyone! Aretha Franklin (RIP) was my guest and she would make her room reservations directly with me. She only used cash and while this presented a dilemma for management, employees enjoyed Ms. Franklin's generosity!