by Doug Baarman | Mar 21, 2022 | Independent Business Owner Tips
This is a time of great opportunity as many want to continue in our industry and are exploring how to take charge of their own career. Below is a post by Seth Godin (https://www.sethgodin.com) regarding a freelancer’s dilemma. What he shares speaks directly to all my...
by Doug Baarman | Dec 11, 2019 | Career Transition Tips, Independent Business Owner Tips
The 7 tips below come from entrepreneurs that have achieved success in the hospitality industry. These lessons have been gathered during my over-fifteen-years of experience as a leader of independent contractors and from the 100+ individuals that have joined my...
by Doug Baarman | Sep 23, 2019 | Career Transition Tips, Independent Business Owner Tips
A career in the hospitality industry is all about passion. The key is to be doing something you enjoy so much that your enthusiasm will be transferred to everyone that you come into contact with. Think about the sales or service experiences that you have enjoyed the...
by Doug Baarman | Dec 14, 2012 | Hospitality, Independent Business Owner Tips
The final weeks of the year typically bring a flurry of communication and activity between meeting planners and hotels. This busy season makes it difficult to navigate through all of the information and determine the necessary action steps. This reminds me of a radio...
by Doug Baarman | Aug 31, 2012 | Business Development Tips, Independent Business Owner Tips
Our success in the hospitality industry depends a great deal on existing relationships and our face-to-face interactions. Referrals are one of the best ways to successfully build your network and improve your business results whether you work for an organization or...
by Doug Baarman | Jun 24, 2012 | Hospitality, Independent Business Owner Tips, Self-Improvement Tips
I spent over 20 years working for a few major brand name organizations and people interacted with me professionally because of these brand affiliations. I have since pursued my dream of being self employed and the first piece of advice I was given was to become good...
