From Hive to Hero: Mastering Focus in Hospitality

Happy Friday, my “Hospitality Heroes”!

There, that’s it; I’ve named you all my “Hospitality Heroes.”

I've been thinking about how focus and dedication can reward us all in the long run, and it hit me while I was installing new queens in my beehives earlier this week. Like these incredible creatures, each of you brings unique talents and a tireless commitment to our Hospitality Industry. Your stories, insights, and passion never cease to amaze and inspire me. We are a hive mind of individuals shaping hospitality's future, one focused effort at a time. I hope you embrace this name as a reflection of the camaraderie and shared purpose that defines our group. Get ready for more exciting developments as we continue to build our hive!

The Five

1. This Week's Feature: Keith Brenan is revolutionizing the way investors and developers, not to mention couples and individuals in their 50s, approach hotel development and management. His insights made my journey towards becoming an innkeeper seem more attainable, and they might just alter your path too. Tune in to discover how to transform your hospitality aspirations into tangible successes. Click on photo below to get to the episode:

2. Memory Lane: A true Queen Bee of our industry, Margaret McMahon's focus and fearlessness have helped shape modern Hospitality. Under the mentorship of another giant, Trish Wilson (who I'd love to have on the show if anybody is listening 😉), Margaret’s fearlessness honed her skills and pushed our industry forward. Click the below to get directly to an amazing example of her fearlessness. I’m also proud to call her a mentor of mine.

3. A Dash of Inspiration: My bees and their hives reminded me of one of my favorite and iconic furniture designs, the DEDON’s Nest Rest. I have a mini version at home that my dog Herbie used to love. I think it's time to upgrade to the full-size version and create the ultimate reading spot!

4. Journey Shorteners: "Essentialism" by Greg McKeown—This book was a game-changer for me. It reaffirms the power of focus in my choosing my industry and every aspect of life. This is a must-read if you're looking to streamline your efforts and achieve more with less.

5. Upcoming Industry Events: Below is a list of exciting industry events where we can connect, learn, and grow together. Let's continue to build our hive and support one another on this incredible journey!

Thanks for letting me continue to experiment and grow with you.

Dan