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5 days ago

WTAF Has Happened to Professionalism?

Columnist Nancy Mendelson has a run in with someone...it has her wondering, "what does professionalism mean today?"

Sep 21

What Makes a Safe Space Safe

Columnist Nancy Mendelson unpacks safe spaces, gender influences and leadership in hospitality.

Sep 5

When Tourists Get Selfie-Destructive

The $5,000 in damage done to the Fountain of Neptune by a German tourist inspires columnist Nancy Mendelson to unpack selfie-destruction.

Aug 31

Reconnecting with Your Spidey Sense

Columnist Nancy Mendelson reminds us why we should get stuck in nature before summer ends.

Aug 18

Has integrity gone out with the trash?

Columnist Nancy Mendelson reflects on integrity after a recent interaction with her local trash collectors.

Jul 18

Farewell to a Badass Role Model: Miss Etta Napier

Columnist Nancy Mendelson remembers Etta Napier, the inspiration for "Be a Badass at Any Age," who lived to 101.

Farewell to a Badass Role Model: Miss Etta Napier

Jul 12

What to Do When You Hit a Plateau

Columnist Nancy Mendelson unpacks what to do when you are feeling stuck in life or work.

Jul 5

Taming the Toxic Tongue: the Perils of Badmouthing in Business

Columnist Nancy Mendelson unpacks what to do when someone shares toxic gossip in the workplace.

Taming the Toxic Tongue: the Perils of Badmouthing in Business

Jun 14

Amen, Taika Waititi! Stop Asking POC About Diversity

Can frustration lead to change? Columnist Nancy Mendelson unpacks this in the wake of Taika Waititi's recent outburst about diversity.

Amen, Taika Waititi! Stop Asking POC About Diversity

Jun 7

How to Have the Confidence to Say NO

Based on a conversation with a good friend, columnist Nancy Mendelson unpacks how to say NO...with confidence.

May 24

You Can't Fake Genuine with Shelley Brown

Nancy gets WEIRD with Shelley Brown! Shelly is an expert on building cultures of belonging, which starts with embracing individuality.

You Can't Fake Genuine with Shelley Brown

May 17

Martha Stewart–the Queen of Reinvention–Inspires as Sports Illustrated Cover Model

Columnist Nancy Mendelson reflects on Martha Stewart's latest turn as a Sports Illustrated cover model and what we can all learn from her.

Martha Stewart–the Queen of Reinvention–Inspires as Sports Illustrated Cover Model

May 12

Mental Health is Top Challenge for Hoteliers: Understanding Burnout Versus Depression

A new study of hotel owners cites employee mental health as a top challenge. Columnist Nancy Mendelson unpacks burnout versus depression.

Apr 20

Why Accelerate, a Coaching-based Conference for Women in Travel, Brings Personal Breakthroughs

Nancy Mendelson shares why the Accelerate conference, which was held outside of Boston last week, was so meaningful for participants.

Why Accelerate, a Coaching-based Conference for Women in Travel, Brings Personal Breakthroughs

Apr 7

Unpack These Books for Female Leaders…and a QUIZ!!!

From 12 archetypes to an entirely new playbook for women at work, Nancy unpacks why you need to add these new books to your reading list.

Unpack These Books for Female Leaders…and a QUIZ!!!

Mar 16

Our Favorite Articles about Women in Hospitality that You Missed

Nancy reflects on her two years with hertelier and how algorithms may have led you to miss some favorite articles! Important read!

Our Favorite Articles about Women in Hospitality that You Missed

Feb 23

Don’t let the Perfect be the Enemy of the Good

Is trying to be "perfect" holding you back? Columnist Nancy Mendelson unpacks and offers advice!

Don’t let the Perfect be the Enemy of the Good

Feb 16

The Good Side of Pride

When did pride turn into something negative and boastful? Nancy Mendelson unpacks why it's good to be proud.

Feb 9

Why You Shouldn't Let People "Pick Your Brain"

The request to "pick your brain," do a zoom, chat...all of these negate the value of your time and expertise. Nancy's tips on how to deal.

Why You Shouldn't Let People "Pick Your Brain"

Feb 2

Finding the Right Words

Have you ever been at a loss for words? Columnist Nancy Mendelson was this week, but not in the way you might think!

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