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Oct 7, 2021

How to Work Smarter...Not Harder!

Nancy literally thought she had coined the phrase “work smarter, not harder" only to realize it started in the 1930s.

Oct 6, 2021

Super Solution to the Labor Crunch: Flexitime in Housekeeping

Lisa Williams, Exec Housekeeper at The Grand, a 5* hotel in York shares how using flexitime has improved productivity, quality, and morale!

Super Solution to the Labor Crunch: Flexitime in Housekeeping

Oct 3, 2021

Key Takeaways from the Cornell Women in Hospitality Panel

An expert panel of educators and women leading the hotels and travel sector gives advice for women and the industry.

Key Takeaways from the Cornell Women in Hospitality Panel

Sep 30, 2021

Burn Out or Depression...do you know the difference?

COVID has served as a trigger for both burnout and depression, but do you know the difference? Nancy offers help and suggests help.

Burn Out or Depression...do you know the difference?

Sep 23, 2021

Why We Need to Challenge Cancel Culture

Cancel culture has permeated society...Nancy unpacks the trope and offers up an alternative.

Sep 15, 2021

Was I "gaslighted" at work?

A reader asks Nancy what to do if a colleague has you questioning reality-gaslighting-and how to handle it.

Sep 9, 2021

Weight, what??

A weighty question...Nancy unpacks years of baggage related to eating and body image.

Aug 26, 2021

What it's Like to Run the World's Largest Hotel Data Company: Amanda Hite, STR

Leading STR through international growth, acquisition by CoStar for $450 million in 2019, and now the pandemic...she's a warrior, wife, mom.

What it's Like to Run the World's Largest Hotel Data Company: Amanda Hite, STR

Aug 25, 2021

Am I right??!!??

Nancy unpacks why she likes to be right...and how to get heard in the first place.

Aug 12, 2021

What makes a great boss?

This week Nancy unpacks the traits of great leaders.

Aug 4, 2021

Is it Easier to Apologize than Ask for Permission?

A common conundrum. What is the best way: to ask first or to say sorry?

Jul 25, 2021

Master the Art of Cold Calling: Part 2

5 proven tips for making cold calls that land!

Jul 18, 2021

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

Nancy unpacks why you shouldn't give away your expertise for free, a trap women fall into to try to win business or to please others.

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

Jun 19, 2021

Quick take: Why Women Make Great leaders with Jonathan Tisch, Chairman & CEO, Loews Hotels & Co.

Loews Hotels has had women in senior roles long before it was fashionable, Jon explains why.

Quick take: Why Women Make Great leaders with Jonathan Tisch, Chairman & CEO, Loews Hotels & Co.

Jun 17, 2021

Boss Wants to be Besties and It's Not Cool

Advice columnist Nancy Mendelson helps a reader deal with a boss who's friendly, but not in a good way.

Boss Wants to be Besties and It's Not Cool

Jun 10, 2021

Quarantine Weight Gain? How to Cope

Nancy weighs in on the "Quarantine 15" as we all attempt to switch from stretchy pants to back-to-work clothes.

Jun 7, 2021

Networking Spotlight: Women in Travel Thrive Day of Impact

Lots of buzz around this week's networking event hosted by Women in Travel Thrive, we chat with founder Silvia Camarota.

Networking Spotlight: Women in Travel Thrive Day of Impact

Jun 2, 2021

My Boss Takes All the Credit, What Should I Do?

Advice columnist Nancy Mendelson helps a reader frustrated with a boss who steals ideas and passes them off as her own.

My Boss Takes All the Credit, What Should I Do?

May 17, 2021

Selling After Furlough: Debbie Parsons-Randle, Director of Sales, Southampton Harbour Hotel & Spa

What's it like going back? Debbie opens up about returning to the hotel, what's changed and tips for getting back to work as UK hotels open.

Selling After Furlough: Debbie Parsons-Randle, Director of Sales, Southampton Harbour Hotel & Spa

May 13, 2021

How do I deal with reverse culture shock?

Advice columnist Nancy Mendelson helps a reader deal with adjusting back to life in the US after a stint in Columbia.

How do I deal with reverse culture shock?

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