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Net work it! Top tips from industry experts on everything from job search, resume writing to mentorship and career coaching.


How Black Women in Hospitality Can Secure Sponsorships, Executive Training & Leadership Opportunities
The second in our series with Yvonne Joseph: actionable steps for Black women in hospitality to gain sponsors, training & leadership roles.
Yvonne Joseph
Mar 233 min read


FIU’s Super Bowl Playbook: 5 Winning Lessons in Hospitality from the Big Game
FIU students scored big at Super Bowl 59, gaining hands-on hospitality experience & key career lessons in mega-event management!
Sharifa Wilkinson
Mar 73 min read


Dump Day: What Are You Breaking Up with at Work?
Break up with bad work habits! This National Dump Day, ditch draining projects, toxic routines & time-sucking meetings says Melissa Maher.
Melissa Maher
Feb 153 min read


Beyond the Title: How Black Women Leaders Can Command Executive Presence & Influence
Celebrate Black History Month with insights from expert Yvonne Joseph on executive presence—strategies to help women lead with confidence.
Yvonne Joseph
Feb 94 min read


Motivational Morning With the Inspiring Women in Hospitality Community
Highlights from a powerhouse panel on redefining success, boosting visibility, and empowering women in hospitality and real estate.
Emily Goldfischer
Jan 156 min read


Skift Megatrends London 2025: Design Hotels, TikTok, and the Future of Travel
Design Hotels' Sarah Doyle and TikTok's Hannah Bennett share insights on travel trends at Skift Megatrends 2025 in London
Emily Goldfischer
Jan 135 min read


Empowering Women in Hospitality: The Role of AI
Discover how AI is transforming hospitality by empowering women, creating safer workplaces, and opening doors to leadership opportunities.
Miranda Kitterlin-Lynch and Dale Gomez
Jan 87 min read


Reclaiming Your Power: Lessons from the OHLA Women in Lodging Workshop
Feeling stuck? Rachel Vandenberg offers six ways to reclaim your power and move forward based on her presentation at OHLA Connect for Women
Rachel Vandenberg
Dec 10, 20245 min read


Maximizing Your Mentorship Experience: A Guide For Mentees
Hey, mentees! With planning, engagement + clear goals, you’ll unlock growth and make the most of every session with your mentor.
Emily Goldfischer
Nov 19, 20244 min read


Linkedin Done Right: Here’s How 5 Hospitality Professionals are Showing Up and Killing It!
Zoe Koumbouzi shines a light on 5 LinkedIn stars in hospitality and what you can learn from them! If you're wondering how to ace Linkedin...
Zoe Koumbouzi
Oct 23, 20244 min read


How IHG’s RISE Program is Breaking Barriers for Women in Hospitality: 5 Questions with Rani Hammond, SVP Global HR
Learn how IHG’s RISE program empowers women in hospitality. SVP Rani Hammond shares its success, career tips, and what’s next!
Emily Goldfischer
Oct 21, 20246 min read


Cut on the Bias: Fashion Discrimination in the Hospitality Workplace
Bias in hospitality dress codes and uniforms limits women. It's time to challenge outdated norms. Ready to rethink the rules?
Miranda Kitterlin-Lynch, PhD and Lani Kane-Hanan
Oct 2, 20247 min read


What Working Abroad Taught Me About Cross-Cultural Communication
Columnist Lynn Zwibak shares tips for cross-cultural communication based on her experiences working internationally.
Lynn Zwibak
Sep 15, 20244 min read


How Judith Cartwright Turned a Book Dream into a Powerful Tool for Success—Tips for Aspiring Authors
If you've ever dreamed of writing a hospitality book but don't know where to start, this is for you. Come learn about process with Judith!
Emily Goldfischer
Sep 4, 20243 min read


New Women’s Speaker Directory to Bridge the Gender Gap in Hospitality Conference Lineups
Get ready for equality on the podium! New speaker directory aims to help hospitality conference organizers get more women on stage.
Emily Goldfischer
Aug 14, 20243 min read


Improving Recruitment Practices in Hotels: Part 2
In part 2 of a series on best recruiting practices for hotels, expert Stephanie Leger shares solutions to common hiring pitfalls.
Stephanie Leger
Aug 13, 20244 min read


Dare To Be Vulnerable!
Inspired by a write in question, Nancy Mendelson, unpacks vulnerability as a valuable leadership skill.
Nancy Mendelson
Aug 8, 20242 min read


Improving Recruitment Practices in Hotels: Part 1
Training and recruitment expert Stephanie Leger ticks off the top 5 mistakes hotels make in hiring. Part 1 of a two part series.
Stephanie Leger
Aug 6, 20244 min read


What Do You Mean, I'm Not a People Person?
In this second instalment of "Thinking Differently With Lynn," she reflects on how cultural differences shape personal views.
Lynn Zwibak
Aug 1, 20244 min read


From New Hire to Promotion: How Mentorship Transformed My Professional GrowthÂ
Your first full time role can be difficult to navigate. Nelma Neto shares how joining a mentorship program can help!
Nelma Neto
Jul 29, 20243 min read
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