Helmut Meckelburg

Founder of “The Career Hoteliers Guide” Helmut Meckelburg is also the CEO of “Hotel Career Consultants” in Puerto Rico. A classic career hotelier who started out as dishwasher, worked his way up into top management positions in the USA, Middle East and South Asia. Insiders know him as a turn-around specialist and proven crisis manager. He is also known as a builder of successful teams and career coach. Helmut is passionate about helping young hoteliers to plan their careers strategically for time and money and helped many hoteliers to advance into General Management positions and across the globe. He understands the challenges and mindsets of many hoteliers at the beginning of their career but also the changes one has to make when moving into leadership positions. His work with Hilton, IGH and Taj Hotels has provided him with valuable insights into corporate requirements for leadership positions and demand. His coaching approach is timeless, unique and sometimes radical. His professional network across the world provides expertise and experience when it comes to promotion, transfers, contracting and avoiding the pitfalls of quick career advances.

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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Invest in your career!

As I recall my time at the Waldorf=Astoria in New York City, I am reminded of the vigorous training course that introduced me to the Hilton family. A mandatory introduction course, it was, but not one, that anyone could call ordinary. A weeklong, deep dive into the Hilton way of life, it was a ceremony

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GRADUATED FROM HOTEL SCHOOL – WHAT NOW? Part.1

Every year, many bright and passionate hospitality students graduate from esteemed institutions around the globe, ready to embark on their professional journey. In parallel, countless interns and apprentices are already gaining valuable experience in hotels worldwide. These individuals share a common goal: attaining their ultimate industry aspirations. The debate over which approach is superior holds

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HOW YOU SHOULD DEAL WITH A SUDDEN JOB OPPORTUNITY ?

From time to time, there are unique opportunities for hoteliers in the early stages of their careers. These opportunities are “opportunities” indeed, as they result from an urgent search for a position that became vacant suddenly and unexpectedly. They are of particular interest to young and career-focused hoteliers. Many of these opportunities are never posted

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