Category Archives: Leadership
Getting Results from 10 with Gen!
Are you good with quick check-ins with your team? Or do conversations end up dragging on and taking way longer than necessary? One of my fave clients and I have this new arrangement that is going so well. He’s a fast talker and an action-taker. We have weekly 10 with Gen’s. Then a monthly…
Know Your Numbers: Empowering Tourism and Hospitality Leaders for Informed Decision-Making and Action-Taking
Lisa and I have been talking numbers. It’s not her strength, she loves the people more and she knows she’s got to focus on learning to love the numbers, number-crunching and hitting targets, and driving high performance. In 2024 the team has some big targets to hit. “But, how do we make the non-tangible…
Do you have a love/hate relationship with time?
Time is a precious commodity, one which we too easily give away and can never get back. What’s your thing with time? Is it the wasted time in meetings (online or in person), going around in circles because people aren’t prepared, aren’t contributing, or are reluctant or avoiding decision-making? Or is it more the confusion,…
Shifting the Focus to Dynamics, rather than Tactics and Strategy
Team not hitting the numbers? Struggling with some complex people issues? So under the pump, you sometimes feel like you can’t breathe some days? Whilst our natural comfort zone might be to keep pushing the tactics and strategy. Please stop. Maybe it’s time to work on dynamics. Often overlooked, focusing on team dynamics is the…
Leadership is Lonely
Whether you’re at the top or in a senior leadership role reporting to the CEO, a board, or the business owner, it can be very lonely. Because there is a tonne to do, it never ends. We have to keep it all together, we have to hold it in and we feel like we’ve got…
Time Management Mastery for Busy Tourism Leaders
Every year tends to start with new goals, well-planned schedules, and a sense of control over our time. Yet, before we know it, our daily whirlwind takes over. We can feel like our days are spiraling out of control. For busy tourism leaders, regaining control over your time is crucial. Here are some straightforward tips…
Overcoming Challenges of Under-Resourced Tourism Teams
As tourism business leaders, you’ve likely encountered situations where your team’s resilience, communication, and commitment have been put to the test. Adverse Current people resource challenges facing the tourism industry are placing pressure on even the most dedicated teams, and it’s essential to address the challenges of this under-resourcing. So, what can tourism business leaders…
Clear and Specific Communication
Enroute to the city and passed a sign saying ‘Parking from $5’. No idea whether that’s per day, per hour, per minute. Pretty vague and likely to put the customers off, more than get drive ins. Are you vague with your communications or clear and specific? Had a boss once and used to watch her…
Navigating the Path to Authenticity: Communicating Your Tourism Business’s Values to Customers
In the realm of tourism, where choices abound and experiences vary, one vital factor sets exceptional operators apart: clarity in conveying their values to customers. It’s not enough to merely have values; it’s about making those values crystal clear to your audience. Here’s a roadmap for tourism operators on how to communicate their core values…
Mastering Delegation: 10 Tips for Tourism Leaders
As a tourism leader, you may have heard the age-old saying, “If you want a job done well, do it yourself.” While this mantra can be tempting, it can also lead to burnout and hinder your team’s growth. It’s time to reframe this mindset and get great at delegation. If you’re working on this skill,…
Be the Master of Communication: A Key to Success in Tourism
In the ever-evolving landscape of the tourism industry, one timeless truth stands tall: Communication is the linchpin of success, whether you’re finding, training, or keeping staff. Time and time again, when gathering feedback from professionals in tourism businesses of all sizes, one common refrain emerges—communication reigns supreme. It’s the thread that weaves through every role,…
The Power of Leadership Confidence: Harnessing Certainty for Tourism Business Success
Confidence, a topic of great interest, plays a pivotal role in the world of leadership. For tourism business leaders, striking the right balance between certainty and doubt can make all the difference. Let’s explore the significance of leadership confidence and I’ll offer actionable insights for tourism professionals to bolster their assertiveness and decisiveness. The Crucial…
Key Takeaways from the NoVacancy Conference: Insights for Tourism & Hospitality
Last week I attended the NoVacancy Conference held at the ICC in Sydney. With an impressive show floor exhibiting innovative solutions to technology, design and distribution, it certainly had something for everyone. In particular, I was drawn to the range of expert speakers and panels presenting throughout the 2 day across a range of topics…
Maximising Productivity: A Guide for Busy Tourism Professionals in Fast-Paced Environments
Every moment counts, doesn’t it? Time isn’t growing on trees. We all only have 24 hours in a day. Time is a VERY precious resource. As a busy tourism professional working in a fast-paced environment, mastering the art of productivity is essential. Today, we’ll delve into three key strategies to help you make the most…
A Quick Tip on Prioritising Health
Last week at a Goal-Setting Workshop for clients, I was blown away by the number of people in the session who wanted to work on their personal goals over and above their professional (work or business) goals. It showcased a real need for people to create and have time to sit down and think about…
Little Touches make a Big Difference
It was a simple green blanket. Not sure if it was the choice of green or the texture and warmth it exuded, however, I let out a very large sigh of relief and pleasure walking into this hotel room. In fact, there were many sighs of pleasure during this recent stay in regional NSW,…
Mastering Difficult Personalities: Unleashing Positive Intelligence for Effective Leadership
With the dynamic and evolving industry that tourism is, I believe exceptional leadership is the cornerstone of success. As leaders in the tourism industry, it’s not uncommon to encounter challenging personalities within your team. These situations, while uncomfortable, hold valuable lessons and opportunities for growth. For individuals, a team and a business. Let’s delve…
Chat GPT on Leadership – A Must Read
Anyone else loving Chat GPT? The content creation in all forms of speeches, checklists, blogs, instructions etc. Seriously I’m loving it. I find it quite a phenomenal concept after years of being in sales, marketing, product development and leadership. It does take time to personalise, ask great questions, tweak and then polish it all up,…
How To Improve Leadership Confidence
One of the most frequent conversations I have with clients is about “How to improve Leadership Confidence”. It’s rare that in the beginning, because people always like to show me they’re confident and they have the “S$%T” together. Yes truly. However quite rapidly within a session or two, once the facade drops and raw honesty…
Difficult Conversations Made Easier
No matter how hard difficult conversations are, they only become easier with practice. In coaching sessions, when we have our accountability calls, I’ll follow-up and ask “How’d that conversation go with Mary, Tom or Sally….” (insert name of a person for said difficult conversation). I love hearing the responses, the progress, the hiccups and the…
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The training was engaging and we had a great group to work with throughout the program. I feel better equipped to manage my stress at work. I am now more focused and better at setting priorities.
Wildlife Coast Cruises
Jess Patman
and Brett Lacco
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I learnt a lot about communication and adaptability. Particularly how to find middle ground with people. I learnt a lot about how to deal with challenging behaviours with external stakeholder relationships.