Try this simple practice to strengthen your empathy muscle. Think about the people who packaged your coffee grounds... the one who sewed and designed the clothes you put on... the person who prepped lunch for the restaurant you ordered from. Take a second to consider and acknowledge their contribution to your life.

Is She Into You? The Attention to Details Signs Revealed Discover the subtle signs that indicate genuine interest in someone. Learn how remembering little things about you, such as favorite bands or childhood stories, signifies a deeper connection. Find out if she's merely hearing or actively listening to you. Plus, explore actions like choosing your favorite restaurant or saving articles related to your interests. Don't miss these valuable clues! #IsSheIntoYou #AttentionToDetails #GenuineInterest #SignsOfAttraction #RelationshipAdvice #DatingTips #LoveSignals #RomanceRevealed #BodyLanguage #DatingAdvice

Thinking of the best valentine ideas to spice up your restaurant today? We've got some ideas 😍😍 1 - Personalized Valentine's Day Menus 💖 Treat your patrons to a personalized Valentine's Day experience with custom menus! 🍽️ Add a romantic touch by featuring special dishes or love-themed cocktails, and don't forget to include heartfelt messages or offers. 2 - Lovebird Photo Contest 📸 Engage your diners with a Lovebird Photo Contest! Encourage couples to share their cherished moments at your restaurant for a chance to win a romantic dinner for two. 3 - Love Notes from Your Team 💬 Let your staff share their love for your restaurant! Feature heartfelt messages or stories from your team members about what Valentine's Day means to them.

Poll: Do you like the heart candies? ❤️ There are (counts fingers) 6 days left…have you made your reservations yet? Chef Ronnie has a pretty sweet menu for the day! Learn more here: →

Think of the last good meeting you had. One that felt like a valuable use of your time. Maybe it was highly collaborative. Or very productive. Or just enjoyable. Who was in that meeting with you? How many people were there? What’s your relationship with them like? What was the underlying/overarching dynamic? What was the topic? Now think of the last miserable meeting you had. One that felt like a complete waste of time. That couldn’t end fast enough. Same Qs there. But now compare the two. What patterns do you see? Are there differences in terms of which departments people work in? Which levels they are at? How many attendees there are? What was discussed? The delta should give you some decent indicators as to why your good meetings are good and bad meetings are bad. And some ideas for how to start making improvements. Some issues might be able to be solved in meeting design. Others are symptoms of deeper dynamic issues within the org. Either way, shedding some light on the comparative highs and lows of existing meeting rhythms can be a helpful exercise in improving the way your team(s) make(s) use of their precious time together. --- Thoughts sparked by this discussion on meetings with Sam Spurlin and Rodney Evans. And I'm not easily impressed, but I'm thoroughly — if not unreasonably — impressed with The Ready's content game. 🔟/🔟

Cocktails are the backbone of any successful bar. Maximize them in yours with this week's blog below!

We queued at 11 am We were too late for the tortilla but we managed to get steak. Yes!! We traveled for this steak and we are only here for one day so to miss out on it would be gutting!! We now have two hours to fill and all we can think about is our rumbling tummies! San Sebastien is a beautiful old Spanish town so the next two hours fly by! At 1 pm we return - the restaurant is minute maybe 15 covers. The Kitchen is barely a cupboard!! And yet. The team of which there are many moves like choreographed dancers in their galley bar. They do two things here - tortilla and steak. When they run out service finishes. But those two things - they do so brilliantly that people like us are willing to queue up down the street just to get the opportunity to experience the food AND the experience of eating in such a fabulous place. Every single team member seemed to want to be there. To create an experience for their customers. To be part of this humming machine. I love the fact they do two things. I love the fact they really own their expertise and aren't trying to scale or do more. They are at ease with their expertise! They do what they do and they do it brilliantly. And that is enough! Are you owning your expertise with as much ease? P.S. If the answer to the question " are you owning your expertise with as much ease is - no. Then we should chat. If it makes sense to you book a 45-minute discovery call to see how I can help you own and leverage your expertise so that you are respected and rewarded for your brilliance at work! https://lnkd.in/g7ihsHqt

From rectangular pizza to triangular tables, restaurants can pair angular shapes with slow-tempo music to attract people who dine out alone, according to new research led by our graduate student Lavi Peng. ➡️ https://ow.ly/6Ybc50QRG2u #hospitality #hospitalitymanagement #research

✨🍽️Got an invite to a swanky dinner party? Let's make sure you shine bright like a diamond with these expert tips:🍽️✨ 🌟Gift Galore: Don't forget a little token of appreciation if it's at someone's home. Think wine, flowers, or a gourmet treat! 🌟Topic Talks: Keep the conversation light and steer clear of controversial topics. Keep it breezy and enjoyable for everyone. 🌟Gossip-Free Zone: No drama, no gossip. Keep the vibes positive and uplifting! 🌟Share, Don't Overshare: Strike a balance between sharing and listening. It's not all about you; show genuine interest in others. 🌟Cheers, But Not Too Much: Enjoy a drink or two, but know your limits. No one wants a tipsy guest stealing the show! 🌟Silverware Savvy: Feeling lost with all those fancy utensils? Follow the host's lead and work from the outside in. Easy-peasy! 🌟Napkin Know-How: Pop that napkin in your lap like a pro, and remember to chew with your mouth closed. Classy all the way! With these pro tips, you'll navigate fancy dinners with finesse and grace. Let's make every dinner a delightful experience! 🍽️✨ Looking to polish your dining etiquette? Join us at #PoisedPro for more modern manners mastery! #Etiquette101 #SocialGrace #FineDining 🌟🥂

“You have to be prepared, as a brand to be a side option first”. When trying to enter cocktails menus, humility is king. Check out the two parts episode with Alex Frezza of l’Antiquario. One of the world's 50 best bars.