Nov 9, 2023
Why You Need a Team of Mentors + How to Find Them
Prof Ruth Gotian has spent her career studying high-achievers. She discovered one thing they have in common––a team of mentors.
Nov 8, 2023
Sometimes It Takes Balls to Be a Woman
Nancy takes inspiration from the legendary Barbra Streisand!
Nov 2, 2023
Don't Be a Stranger
Nancy unpacks talking to strangers, it doesn't need to feel strange!
Oct 20, 2023
What the History of the Girl Scouts Taught Me About Networking
In her 99th Unpack It with Nancy Column, she reflects on the influence of the Girl Scouts in shaping modern networking.
Oct 15, 2023
Hertelier's First Ever NYC Event Sparks Thoughtful Conversation and Smiles
What a way to start the day!! A recap of key takeaways from our SOLD OUT "Morning Shift" event at The Carlyle in New York City.
Oct 13, 2023
A Big Lesson from Nobel Prize Winner Katalin Karikó: Use the Difficulty
Columnist Nancy Mendelson draws inspiration from Nobel Prize winning scientist, Katalin Karikó on overcoming challenges.
Oct 5, 2023
Navigating Differences: The Journey and Wisdom of Laura Lee Blake, President & CEO at AAHOA
Laura Lee Blake shares the lessons she's learned along the path to running, AAHOA, the largest group of hotel owners in the USA.
Oct 4, 2023
Five Steps to Help You Confidently Negotiate Your Next Job Offer
Career coach Kathy Hubler breaks down the five key steps to negotiating your next job offer.
Sep 21, 2023
What Makes a Safe Space Safe
Columnist Nancy Mendelson unpacks safe spaces, gender influences and leadership in hospitality.
Sep 15, 2023
Lessons from Latina Hospitality Leaders for Hispanic Heritage Month
Kicking off Hispanic Heritage Month by shining a light on Latina leaders in hospitality!
Sep 12, 2023
Solo Travel Safety: Insider Tips from a Female Hotelier and Road Warrior
Stephanie Leger stays in hotels more than half of the year as a trainer, she offers her expert tips for women traveling alone.
Aug 31, 2023
Reconnecting with Your Spidey Sense
Columnist Nancy Mendelson reminds us why we should get stuck in nature before summer ends.
Aug 18, 2023
Has integrity gone out with the trash?
Columnist Nancy Mendelson reflects on integrity after a recent interaction with her local trash collectors.
Aug 13, 2023
Barbie’s 5 Lessons on Personal Evolution
The unexpected brilliance of the Barbie movie! Contributor Rachel Vandenberg draws 5 lessons for her own life, and yours.
Aug 9, 2023
7 Lessons from the Field: Amberle Bryant, Area Director of Operations, Sonesta Hotels
Amberle Bryant worked her way up in sales to become a GM and now oversees multiple properties for Sonesta. She shares 7 important lessons.
Jul 28, 2023
Streamline Your Email Inbox: Conquer Clutter with this 3 Step Zero-Inbox Strategy
Discover the game-changing zero-inbox approach to conquer email overload and unlock peak productivity. Make "You've Got Mail" fun again!!
Jun 15, 2023
Celebrating Father's Day: 7 Pieces of Life Advice from Our First Male Allies
As Father's Day approaches, we honor and celebrate the influential men in our lives, who are not just fathers, but mentors and friends.
Jun 7, 2023
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 15, 2023
How I Got the Promotion: from General Manager to Corporate VP with Manny Rappenecker, Marriott
Her dream was to be a GM, but after leading hotels for 3 different Marriott brands, Manny wanted something bigger. Here's how she did it.
Apr 5, 2023
Bringing Hotel Designs to Life: 5 Trends in Procurement with Jackie Wright, Pineapple Procurement
Luck landed Jackie Wright into procurement, but perseverance kept her growing. She shares lessons learned and hot trends in procurement.