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...
by Doug Baarman | May 19, 2012 | Independent Business Owner Tips
Whether you have decided to break away and work on your own or if your company allows you to work from a home office, it can be overwhelming coming from a structured office environment. I have worked from an office in my home for over five years and have led or...
