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Should I Buy a Franchise in the Hospitality Industry?

Gecko Recruiting

There’s a reason Starbucks and McDonald’s are always around the corner and Wyndham Hotels offers lodging wherever you go: they have proven blueprints for success. If you maintain the franchisor’s quality of service, you can benefit from their positive reputation. When Does Buying a Hospitality Franchise Make Sense?

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

Gecko Recruiting

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 Can Hotels Expect as Airbnb Regulations Level the Playing Field?

Gecko Recruiting

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

SmartRecruiters

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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A 2022 Story of the Year: DEI at Choice Hotels

Stories Incorporated

One of our favorite employee stories this year comes from Chelsie at Choice Hotels. This story proves Choice’s Diversity, Equity and Inclusion (DEI) commitment to DEI through specific stories and benefits. In this case, current and future guests of Choice Hotels could benefit from knowing this story. Real Proof! .

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10 of The Best Companies To Work For in 2017

Social Talent

Usually, they make the top 10 because of their fantastic benefits as well as the culture and enjoyable work environment they provide. Employee benefits and employee experience feature prominently in the employee feedback. With a strong culture of appreciation and great benefits, it’s no wonder they make an appearance in this top 10.

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Maintaining Fee Integrity During a Downturn

NPA Worldwide

There is an interesting parallel between hotels and recruiters as it pertains to room rates and fee integrity. Hotel room pricing is very much subject to the laws of supply and demand. When supply is low and demand is high, hotel rooms become more expensive. Eventually, the market turned around, but you know what?

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