Slick Talk With Wil

This episode I had the pleasure to interview Drew Glover the CEO and Co-Founder of Welcome, Welcome, curates moments for you to enhance the guest experience for your Airbnb, vacation properties, hotels,  and any place of business!  We get to dive into Welcomes origin story and the future of the brand and what is to come! I have had a few big names and guest speakers on the show and I don't think I have been this excited to have someone on as I have been for this episode in particular! I guess you could say Drew and I got to nerd out on the hospitality industry and of course, enhancing guest experience!  "You don't need a box to enhance moments, you just need to look for them and take action!" - Drew Glover Listen all the way through to hear a nice little surprise and of course, don't forget to like and subscribe!  www.getwelcomebox.com www.slicktalkthepodcast.com/giveaway Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

My most well-known guest on Slick Talk! What an exciting episode to really dive into what the industry is all about and how to make the most out of the guest experience, receive more referrals and creating brand loyalty. Plus, Bill and I reveal a little industry secret called  "Price Matching"  Many of you know what Price Matching is but do you know the value it brings to your property and your guests?  www.sliktalkthepodcast.com/podcast www.referralcoach.com www.billcatesspeaking.com/ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Sustainable Ecosystems and culture are huge in any environment, especially Hospitality. Scott Stanfield and I go into what that looks like and how to do that! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

I am super excited to feature this hotel company! As a recent discovery for me on Instagram (@wilslickers) was Proper Hotels. This unique and game changer company has earned the 2nd Hospitality Spotlight on Slick Talk: The Hospitality Podcast! I love their look, design, class, and overall brand that sets the standard for luxury lifestyle properties out there! To see more go to: www.properhotel.com www.slicktalkthepodcast.com/bonus Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Back again for our 2nd episode out of 3 for our Restaurant Series. Scott Stanfield (thegmcoach.com)  do a deep dive into proper training and how to get the most out of bringing on new staff members and ensure team culture will allow your staff to grow and create great experience in every aspect. Scott and I go a little longer on this episode because when it comes to this specific topic there is a lot to cover and lets be honest... we brought the heat! Great episode! Make sure to like and subscribe and share this with any and everyone in the industry. Scott and I will also have FREE training material on both of our websites!  slicktalkthepodcast.com thegmcoach.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

I have been joined with 20+ year restaurant veteran, expert, and owner of The GM Coach (gmcoach.com), Scott Stanfield! We dive into interviewing process for good workers and leaders as well as what to look for when hiring for any position! Great tips and tricks with a little bit of heart! This is episode one of three so make sure you don't miss out! Like & Subscribe Slick Talk: The Hospitality Podcast www.slicktalkthepodcast.com/podcast www.gmcoach.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

On this episode of Slick Talk: The Hospitality Podcast, I announce one of many awesome guest speakers I have coming on the show for our Three episode series as well as another guest that will be announced on a later date!  With this episode I quickly cover the main topics that have owners and brand leaders worried about the change in the industry and how they will adapt. Not only that but the concerns of increased labor costs, Airbnb, and the new aged travelers! www.slicktalkthepodcast.com/podcast-sponsor Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Quick Podcast update! Just came back from vacation! This episode is just to ensure all my listeners that more content and projects are in the works with future guest speakers and series as well! Check out the new sponsors slicktalkthepodcast.com/podcast-sponsor Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

On the fly episode with my opinion and thoughts on some changes or as I like to say, “Shifts” in the industry! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Finally an episode I get to go into my nerdy side of the industry and some topics I have passion about as a Hospitality Young Professional!  Listen and hear about how your property can gain more revenue and also working on preparations for the next downturn.  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

The topics of 2019 happen at the ALIS (Americas Lodging Investment Summit) and did I like the topics I heard! Offering Purpose, Tech Trials and Errors, and Covering The Safety Features I Recently Talked About In The Previous Episode: Safety. Signs. Security. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Welcome to Season 2! This episode is to cover multiple areas of safety in the industry. Safety as a staff, safety for guests, and all the way to sex trafficking. What are the big brands doing? What will smaller brands do to follow suit?  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

My first ever Hospitality Spotlight goes to a great local company called Martin North. With a well known collection of properties, I'll dive into why I picked them to receive the first spotlight feature!  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

First solo episode in a while! Listen to my quick episode on how to really get started and do well in the vacation rental market for those of you looking to gain an extra stream of income or complete/start a passion project!  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Adam Knight and I dive into what the current market is like and how you or your employers can step it up to reduce turn-over rates and keep talented and driven staff to run a successful operation. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Adam Knight and I are back and bringing some good light and conversation to something I find very important with our industry and feel like is the main factor of success between teams, staff, guests, and a solid brand! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Interview with Katie Watkins the Community Manager for Jupiter Hotel and Jupiter NEXT as we dive into the community aspect of the hotel industry, along with the exciting success they have experienced in business and also becoming the first hotel in Oregon to have a 420 friendly package! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Take a listen about how the Vacation Rental comany, Stay Alfred, raises a total of $62 million after Series B funding of $47 from Nine Four General. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

My quick review about the newly purchased hotel called The Centennial located in Spokane Washington and a quick snippet of my upcoming podcast episodes. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Special Guest: Adam Knight the owner of Proven Principles and I talk about becoming a manager in the Hotel world, things we wished we knew coming into the industry, our first management positions, proper training, and advice for up and coming leaders in Hotels! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices