by Doug Baarman | Jun 5, 2015 | Industry News
How important are sales calls to our being successful in the hospitality industry? I have always followed the simple philosophy that successful businesses have as part of their culture: you grow your business or you watch as your competition does. It can be written...
by Doug Baarman | May 18, 2015 | Career Transition Tips
Recently, an industry professional joined my team coming from another meeting and event planning company. As we discussed this opportunity and as he weighed his options, I was struck by two takeaways from this process: 1. It is important to align with the right...
by Doug Baarman | Apr 13, 2015 | Career Transition Tips
“Tell me a fact, and I’ll learn. Tell me a truth, and I’ll believe. But tell me a story, and it will live in my heart forever”. Ed Sabol This quote is from Ed Sabol, the Founder of NFL Films. Before 24-hour sports channels existed, he told the ‘story’ of the NFL each...
by Doug Baarman | Mar 22, 2015 | Career Transition Tips
As I watched my 16 year old daughter drive off on her own with the new found freedom that having your driver’s license gives you, I was both terrified and excited. It is terrifying to let go and trust that she will be safe. It was exciting to see her explore on her...
by Doug Baarman | Mar 5, 2015 | Self-Improvement Tips
After a long break, I went back to school…the Hospitality Management School at Ferris State University (FSU). I am a proud graduate of FSU and they invited me back to share with the students (primarily upperclassmen) my 25+ year journey through our dynamic industry. I...
