May 2023

CRACKING THE INTERVIEW CODE

In my my previous blog posts, I extensively explored the common interview mistakes made by candidates at all levels and provided strategies to overcome them. Among all the crucial factors that candidates must consider, one is paramount: the ability to establish a profound connection with the interviewer. While other elements such as focus, structure, and […]

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KEY REASON FOR INTERVIEW REJECTION NO. 4

So, you’ve got an interview, feeling a mix of excitement and nerves. You’ve probably heard that having the right skills and qualifications is crucial; You know by now that your focus, structured replies, and the need for exemplary facts are part of the conversation to come.  But something else can make or break your chances:

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KEY REASON FOR INTERVIEW REJECTION NO. 3

Good Morning! Helmut here ! In my last 2 posts, I have made the attempt to describe two fundamental reasons why you may be rejected in an interview. Here is the third reasons, why you may not pass the test. And that is the ABILITY TO PROVIDE SUBSTANCE TO SPECIFIC QUESTIONS. Many professionals get rejected

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KEY REASON FOR INTERVIEW REJECTION NO. 2

NO CLEAR AND STRUCTURED THINKING PROCESS: As you reach the mid-level of your career journey, you start taking on supervisory and manager-level roles. The standard you must meet differs significantly from the one you need at lower-level functions, especially regarding your communication style. The way you communicate and what will be seen as just as

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KEY REASON FOR INTERVIEW REJECTION NO. 1

During my hospitality career, I have interviewed over 7000 candidates on four continents personally. From the early years as manager, I learned how important it is to have the right people on your team. Not just based on skills and knowledge but also on adaptability, personality and ambition. Today I want to talk about the

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A TOAST TO THE DREAMERS

Good morning, my friend. Wherever you are in the world, I hope that you are starting this new day with a positive outlook and a willingness to tackle any challenges that come your way. In my previous blog discussed the 7 pillar of success. Today I want to talk about the fundamental building block for

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THE 7 PILLARS OF CAREER GROWTH

As an international hotelier turned MENTOR and AUTHOR, I’ve worked with many dedicated and goal-driven hoteliers worldwide. I had the privilege to be a mentee to some of the hotel industry’s best-known names during the 1980s to the early 2000s, and at THE CAREER HOTELIER, I enjoy sharing my learnings of many years here with

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Quotes provide Clarity

I enjoy looking for quotes. Quotes help me reflect on certain situations and circumstances, gain clarity, and eliminate noise. I stumbled upon some that can enrich one’s life immensely. These quotes not only unveil the truth about one’s existence but also provide a keen insight into the state of the world and our lives. I

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Should You change jobs in case of an attractive offer from another company?

Los Angeles, Spring 1996. I had spent four years with Hilton in Los Angeles as Executive Assistant Manager Food&Beverage, biding my time until I could ascend to the coveted position of General Manager. My tenure at the LAX Hilton afforded me valuable experiences that contributed to my career growth. I was a consistent performer, well-regarded

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