Labor day has become the last hoorah of summer and the unofficial end of the vacation season. It means travel, cook outs, and vacations. It is a three day weekend for many and a last chance to soak up some sun before the kids head back to school and the weather...
I had an English teacher in high school who always said “words have meaning.” Now Ms. Jackson had many impacts on my academic career – she inspired my love of writing, gave me an outlet for my creativity, and most importantly, she taught me that you...
Everybody likes surprises, right? Well I certainly do, and I want to share with you how a thoughtful gesture on my birthday made all the difference. Mostly, Guests are hoping that interactions will be quick, effortless, and meet their basic needs. It is, however,...
One of the reasons I love thanksgiving (and the holidays in general) so much is it is all about connection. It is about reconnecting with folks you’ve lost touch with. It’s about taking the time to consider what matters most. It’s also a time to take...
Well trained team members give the very best Guest service. Too often when you have a sub-par service you can likely look across the counter and deduce that the person serving you is new or under-trained – or both. Businesses have been slow to embrace that...
