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Why Your Hotel is Struggling to Retain Talent

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million people left jobs in hotels, bars, and restaurants. CHA International says that hotel turnover rates fall anywhere between 60-300% annually, and the cost of one employee leaving your organization is around $15,000. Why hotel workers are leaving and what you can do about it. Low pay or benefits .

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How to Market Your Hotel Roles to Young Talent

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As more and more individuals resume traveling, hotels are looking to staff up to ensure they’re able to provide a great guest experience. We found that an average of only 31% of Gen Z and Millennial respondents had an above average perception of working in the hotel and hospitality industry. Tech Reliance.

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Is Your Hotel Fully Staffed as Summer Demand Heats Up?

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But is your hotel staffed up to the levels required to keep up with this increase in demand? But you also need to be sure you’re promoting other priorities job seekers have in a post-pandemic world — including benefits, scheduling flexibility, career progression opportunities, and a supportive culture. . Embrace Candidate Texting.

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What Can Hotels Expect as Airbnb Regulations Level the Playing Field?

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It is no secret that Airbnb has long presented a challenge for hotels. However, proactive hotel and resort leaders are not waiting around for the Airbnb effect to reverse. A New Lease on Life for Budget Hotels and Boutiques Short-term rental regulations are good news for economy and midscale hotels.

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The Jet setter Effect: How Increased Traveling is Revolutionizing the Hotel Industry

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The hotel and hospitality industry has experienced a remarkable surge in recent years, despite the challenges posed by the global pandemic. As travel restrictions have eased and people become more eager to explore new destinations, hotels find themselves grappling with high occupancy rates and an ever-increasing demand for bookings.

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What Hotel Owners and Operators Can Learn from the Chicago-Area Hotel Worker Strike

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More than 6,000 hotel workers from 25 downtown Chicago hotels went on strike on Friday, September 7, after their contracts expired on August 31. While the strike is limited to the Chicago area, this news is a wake up call to hotels across the country. Continuously Hire.

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Best Tips for Hiring Hotel Staff [+25 Interview Questions]

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With customer service now outranking low prices among consumers making purchase decisions, hiring good hotel staff is a must. We’ve gathered the best hotel hiring tips and interview questions to help empower your hospitality recruitment strategy with speed and efficiency.

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