Confidence, a topic of great interest, plays a pivotal role in the world of leadership. For tourism business leaders, striking the right balance between certainty and doubt can make all the difference. Let’s explore the significance of leadership confidence and I’ll offer actionable insights for tourism professionals to bolster their assertiveness and decisiveness. The Crucial […]
Key Takeaways from the NoVacancy Conference: Insights for Tourism & Hospitality
Last week I attended the NoVacancy Conference held at the ICC in Sydney. With an impressive show floor exhibiting innovative solutions to technology, design and distribution, it certainly had something for everyone. In particular, I was drawn to the range of expert speakers and panels presenting throughout the 2 day across a range of topics […]
The Power of Exceptional Customer Service in Venue Selection: Insights for Tourism Leaders
In the ever-evolving landscape of the tourism industry, customer service remains the cornerstone of success. As I find myself in the midst of choosing event locations and finalising arrangements for our upcoming Growth Intensives, the pivotal role of exceptional customer service becomes strikingly apparent. Let’s delve into this journey through venue selection, where the narrative […]
Clutter Clearer rather than Chaos Creator
Too much on your mind? Being pulled from pillar to post? Feel like you end up distracted, and never able to finish anything? It can look and feel a bit like chaos. When you’re leading a team, growing a business, looking after customers and clients, it can be very busy being all things to everyone […]
Maximising Productivity: A Guide for Busy Tourism Professionals in Fast-Paced Environments
Every moment counts, doesn’t it? Time isn’t growing on trees. We all only have 24 hours in a day. Time is a VERY precious resource. As a busy tourism professional working in a fast-paced environment, mastering the art of productivity is essential. Today, we’ll delve into three key strategies to help you make the most […]
Listening for Customer Wants, Desires, Fears and Frustrations
Back in July school holidays, we had the MOST amazing family holiday to Cairns and surrounds. We’ve been before and this time was special. We mixed up the wants and desires of family members. We took care of fears and frustrations. This meant – we had everyone’s needs met. We had rest days / pool […]
A Quick Tip on Prioritising Health
Last week at a Goal-Setting Workshop for clients, I was blown away by the number of people in the session who wanted to work on their personal goals over and above their professional (work or business) goals. It showcased a real need for people to create and have time to sit down and think about […]
Getting the Best out of Your Goal Setting
The divide in the room was fascinating. Half the room wanted to work on 12-month goals, a few were able to look at 3 and 5-year goals, and the rest were barely able to think about tomorrow, let alone in 3 months time. Goal setting is a very personal thing, yet when required to do […]
Little Touches make a Big Difference
It was a simple green blanket. Not sure if it was the choice of green or the texture and warmth it exuded, however, I let out a very large sigh of relief and pleasure walking into this hotel room. In fact, there were many sighs of pleasure during this recent stay in regional NSW, because […]
Mastering Difficult Personalities: Unleashing Positive Intelligence for Effective Leadership
With the dynamic and evolving industry that tourism is, I believe exceptional leadership is the cornerstone of success. As leaders in the tourism industry, it’s not uncommon to encounter challenging personalities within your team. These situations, while uncomfortable, hold valuable lessons and opportunities for growth. For individuals, a team and a business. Let’s delve into […]
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