There is a time-tested maxim: what you think about expands in life, and what you focus on becomes clearer. What you see and say repeatedly will shape the way you live today and who you will become tomorrow.
Enjoy this wide ranging interview with hospitality legend and pioneer LUX* CEO Paul Jones. Paul began his career as a hospitality student in 1965, worked with Sun Resorts worldwide for more than 20 years, created and led the One & Only brand, and then led the formation of LUX* Resorts and Hotels.
A successful service culture requires your people to collaborate with each other internally and exercise the partnership skills to create greater value for external clients. How do you find and hire such people? This is a critical question.
Hiring a new person into your organization, or choosing someone to promote in your organization, is one of the most influential jobs of managers and leaders. Who you hire or promote has significant impact on your culture. Here’s why:
There is a time-tested maxim: what you think about expands in life, and what you focus on becomes clearer. What you see and say repeatedly will shape the way you live today and who you will become tomorrow.
You can apply this principle when recruiting new team members by following these four steps to hire the right talent for your service culture. Start by making it easy for candidates to consistently see, hear, and understand what your organization thinks about service.
Those who align with your vision and values will be drawn closer and want to learn more about your spirit and purpose. Those who think, feel, or believe differently won’t be attracted, and will naturally select themselves out. Both are positive outcomes for your culture and your future.
Service is a key competitive advantage for companies in nearly every industry. Yet not everyone brings a proactive service mindset to the job. Are you applying for a job that works with customers directly? Or a role that supports customers indirectly? Or even a role where service to internal partners will be a key to success? Here are 5 tips for showcasing your service skills in the job interview – setting you apart from the competition.
A young man I have known for several years was recently hired to work the front desk at a major hotel. Based on my experience with him I know he will do very well in this position and business. In his short tenure he has already impressed his managers with his service to guests. Did this hotel get lucky or do they know how to find the best service talent?
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