Operations
In Era of Expensive Debt Poor Management Drives Hotel Distress
There are economic headwinds and there are issues with capital stack structures, but a great hotel is run by a great general manager
A New Approach to Hotel Management Fees
While both hotel operators and owners stand to gain from adopting the management fee structure proposed, hurdles are anticipated
Empower Hotel CEOs: Remove the Profitability Roadblocks
Hotel CEOs must understand their property’s fiscal year outlook to navigate decisively. This means addressing critical questions like:
Hotel Brand Overload: The Coming Shakeout
In summary, brands must find a way to differentiate themselves and develop “tribes” of customers who identify with their particular brand
Beyond Apologies: 7 Keys to Service Recovery After a Mistake
Just as your minor missteps resonate, so does the praise when a company acknowledges its mistake, apologizes, and provides a genuine and human solution
Exploring Costs and Tools in the Seven-Step Guest Journey
By effectively managing the costs, tools, and strategies at each phase, hoteliers can create a seamless and memorable experience for their guest
How to Leverage Data to Optimize Inventory for Profitability
Understanding the DOH starts with understanding the actual usage, which requires counting inventory on a regular cadence
From Hotel Revenue Management to Hotel Profitability Management
Profitability management is about balance. This holistic approach aims to secure not just short-term gains but long-term growth and financial stability
How To Train Staff To Meet Luxury Service Standards Without Sounding Scripted
Too many hotel leaders train staff to memorize service standards as if they were a script. As a result, guests may experience conversations which feel disingenuous
How to Calculate Hotel Guest Acquisition Cost (GAC)
By calculating Guest Acquisition Cost, you gain insights into the financial efficiency of your guest acquisition strategies