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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.

What the History of the Girl Scouts Taught Me About 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.

Hertelier's First Ever NYC Event Sparks Thoughtful Conversation and Smiles

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.

A Big Lesson from Nobel Prize Winner Katalin Karikó: Use the Difficulty

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.

Navigating Differences: The Journey and Wisdom of Laura Lee Blake, President & CEO at AAHOA

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!

Lessons from Latina Hospitality Leaders for Hispanic Heritage Month

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.

Barbie’s 5 Lessons on Personal Evolution

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.

7 Lessons from the Field: Amberle Bryant, Area Director of Operations, Sonesta Hotels

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!!

Streamline Your Email Inbox: Conquer Clutter with this 3 Step Zero-Inbox Strategy

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.

Celebrating Father's Day: 7 Pieces of Life Advice from Our First Male Allies

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.

How I Got the Promotion: from General Manager to Corporate VP with Manny Rappenecker, Marriott

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.

Bringing Hotel Designs to Life: 5 Trends in Procurement with Jackie Wright, Pineapple Procurement

Mar 8, 2023

Over 350 Interviews Reveal the Top 7 Leadership Skills Women Share

After two years and over 350 interviews with women in hospitality, we serve up the seven recurring successful leadership skills.

Over 350 Interviews Reveal the Top 7 Leadership Skills Women Share

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