47 Years in Hospitality: Valerie Ferguson’s Biggest Career Lessons
Reflecting on her decades in hotel operations, legend Valerie Ferguson shares the 5 biggest lessons she learned.
Feb 23


Fired? Laid Off? Remember, Your Job Doesn't Define You!
Columnist and career coach Nancy Mendelson unpacks how to cope with being fired or laid off.
Feb 20


Revolutionary Career: How Trisha Pérez Kennealy Transformed Historic Buildings into the Award-Winning Inn at Hastings Park
Leaving finance for hospitality, Trisha pioneered her own path developing the historic buildings into the luxurious Inn at Hastings Park.
Feb 18

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.
Feb 15

How To Avoid Being Victimized By Fearmongering
Don’t let fearmongers control you! Unmask their tactics, fight back with facts, and take charge of your own decisions. Click to learn how!
Feb 5

Has Boomerasking Supplanted Predatory Curiosity as the Latest Manifestation of Self-Centeredness???
Columnist Nancy explains 'Boomerasking,' the latest self-centered conversation habit, its effects on connection + tips to avoid doing it!
Jan 23


How I Found Grief Support in Virgin River
Grief comes in waves. Nancy Mendelson reflects on her personal journey since the passing of her husband and finding comfort in Virgin River.
Jan 9

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
Dec 10, 2024


Election 2024 Stress? How to Stay Positive, Take Action, and Make a Difference
Columnist Nancy Mendelson offers advice on coping with Election 2024, regaining control + taking action with strategies to support yourself.
Nov 8, 2024

Diagnosed with ADHD in My 40s: Why I’m Not Lazy, Crazy, or Too Emotional
October is ADHD Awareness Month. Lynn Zwibak shares her journey of being diagnosed with ADHD in her 40s, breaking stigma and misconceptions.
Oct 9, 2024


Drowning in TMI? How to Tame Information Overload and Reclaim Your Focus
Feeling overwhelmed? Columnist Nancy Mendelson shares how to cope with TMI, manage mental clutter, and regain clarity in a noisy world.
Oct 7, 2024


Losing Perspective? Here’s How a Shocking News Story Saved My Sanity
A shocking news headline helped Nancy regain perspective during stressful times. Discover how to stay calm when life feels out of control.
Sep 26, 2024


What Working Abroad Taught Me About Cross-Cultural Communication
Columnist Lynn Zwibak shares tips for cross-cultural communication based on her experiences working internationally.
Sep 15, 2024


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!
Sep 4, 2024


Balancing Business and Emotional Labor: Back-to-School Tips from Hospitality’s Leading Female Entrepreneurs
Back-to-school, how do you manage? We get tips from female entrepreneurs on their best strategies for efficiency.
Aug 26, 2024


Job Titles Gone Wild: Why Your Work Identity Is Getting Stranger
Columnist Nancy Mendelson ponders the trend of unique job titles...is this really helping anyone?
Aug 16, 2024


Dare To Be Vulnerable!
Inspired by a write in question, Nancy Mendelson, unpacks vulnerability as a valuable leadership skill.
Aug 8, 2024

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.
Aug 1, 2024


Childless Cat Lady, and Damn Proud of it!
Meow!! How “childless cat lady” has shifted from an insult into a battle cry and badge of honor. Columnist Nancy Mendelson unpacks!
Jul 31, 2024


From New Hire to Promotion: How Mentorship Transformed My Professional Growth
Your first full time role can be difficult to navigate. Nelma Neto shares how joining a mentorship program can help!
Jul 29, 2024

