The Michelle Pascoe Hospitality Podcast
Welcome to The Michelle Pascoe Hospitality Podcast, where we explore the heart of the hospitality industry through conversations with leaders, experts, and innovators. Each episode brings you insights, practical advice, and inspiring stories that help you elevate guest experiences, enhance team performance, and stay ahead of industry trends. Whether you're an owner, manager, or passionate professional, this podcast will ignite your passion for hospitality. Tune in, learn, and grow with us!
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Taking the leap of faith – with Chef Paul Rifkin
When I last spoke with Paul (Episode 3) he was the executive Chef at Campbelltown Catholic Club and about to take the leap of faith, move out of the area and start his own consultancy firm, Chef Paul Rifkin - Today we talk about a wide range of...
34 min
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Reflection and Preparation
With all the craziness of this time of year, I thought I would take this opportunity to review and reflect. Looking back at my first podcast interview with Douglas Kirkham (CEO of Canada Bay Club) we discuss the why, why do we do what we do? Douglas...
31 min
278
Let's talk Tech!
Whether technology is your friend or foe, you cannot deny apps and desktop tech tools create an opportunity to seamlessly and efficiently manage both your business and personal life. On this week’s Podcast I discuss a few tools and apps I use...
18 min
279
Recruitment without regret
We have all been there, at that fine line when trying to navigate through the recruitment process, do we hire the team based on a team we want or is it due to expansion, need and desperation? As if recruiting isn’t stressful enough; How many...
19 min
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How the 5 senses effect the experience and rete...
This week I talk about recognising that patrons understand their environment and gather their impressions through sight, sound, smell, touch and taste. What you see and what you don’t see is equally important, along with using music to create an...
18 min
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Optimising your online presence through social ...
Serena ‘Dot’ Ryan is an award winning Digital Marketer who is a contributing writer for the largest Social Media Education website in the world, Social Media Examiner. In 2014, Serena created ‘Serena Dot Ryan®’ a digital marketing agency...
41 min
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Stepping Up and Diversification
In this episode I interview Glenn Cushion, CEO of Ingleburn RSL Club. Glenn has been in the Registered Club Industry for a number of years, starting off in the Bar and General Duties at Bankstown Sports Club and quickly moving through the ranks by...
47 min
283
The Introverted Leader: Building on Your Quiet ...
Jennifer B. Kahnweiler, PhD, CSP, is an author and global speaker hailed as a “champion for introverts”, helping introverts throughout the world expand their leadership capacity. Too many introverts assume—or have been told—that to...
30 min
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Choosing the right Executive Coach
Brenda Eckstein is an international executive coach, speaker, author and conference facilitator who specialises in strategy, leadership development, and training. As an experienced Executive Coach, Brenda specialises in helping CEO’s, professionals...
31 min
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How to innovate within the corporate structure
Brette Rowley is a business and marketing strategist, entrepreneur, and creator of the Side Hustle Starter Kit. She has worked with growth-oriented businesses as a marketing consultant for over 8 years and in almost every industry from finance,...
38 min
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Creating a memorable impression - 10 tips for p...
At some stage you will find yourself standing at the front of the boardroom table and presenting to Directors, Senior Executives or Stakeholders. This is your moment to 'shine' and share your research, ideas, project updates or even financials....
10 min
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The power of credibility
Dr Neryl East is a highly qualified and experienced expert on media, communication, credibility and reputation. She works with leaders and teams who want to stand out, accelerate their success and avoid costly reputation mistakes. In this...
31 min
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Pursuing what you're passionate about
This week I chat with Nicole Hendley - Operations Manager at the Club Central Group. Nicole has risen through the ranks of the Club Industry and knows the importance of pursuing what you're passionate about in order to achieve success. Your...
27 min
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The challenge of engaging an intergenerational ...
This week I discuss the challenge of engaging with and meeting the expectations of an intergenerational workforce and clientele. How do we cater to all these different and equally important needs, and successfully bridge the gap between the 5...
23 min
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The importance of service recovery in maintaini...
While every company wishes to create emotional and memorable customer experiences, service failure is often the most emotionally-engaging interaction and the one that customers are most likely to share - everywhere! This week, I chat about the...
20 min
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How to take the time and hassle out of corporat...
Roslyn Ranse is a travel manager for iTravel Australia and has been facilitating seamless and memorable travel experiences for her clients for almost a decade. Her uncompromising regard for quality work and customer...
39 min
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Knowing your Ideal Employee Avatar (IEA)
We all know how important it is to know and understand your Ideal Customer Avatar, but it is just as critical to put the same time and effort into creating your Ideal Employee Avatar. Finding the right person for the right role can be difficult in any...
21 min
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Stepping outside your comfort zone to succeed
This week I chat with Rosie Vrancic - Operations Manager at the DOOLEYS Group. Rosie began her journey with the organisation 17 years ago and attributes her rise through the ranks to stepping outside her comfort zone and embracing every...
19 min
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Is your LinkedIn presence creating the right di...
Perception is reality online and you have seconds to make a professional first impression. With over 575 million users around the world, your ideal clients, strategic partners and employers are not only on LinkedIn, they are ready to engage. This...
36 min
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Bringing patience, flexibility and positivity t...
This week I chat to John Jansen - Group Functions Manager at DOOLEYS. John lives and breathes hospitality and attributes his success in the Functions Industry to the patience, flexibility and positivity that he brings to each role. It's all about...
27 min
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The changing face of the F&B industry
As Director of RT Hospitality Solutions and representative member of FCSI’s Asia Pacific Division, Toni Clarke knows the Food & Beverage industry better than most. Delivering a blend of operational experience with management expertise,...
36 min
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Stepping up: Boss -v- Buddy
Making the transition from “Buddy to Boss” is not easy, and moving into a management position and learning how to effectively lead can be a challenge. In this episode, I discuss the importance of fairness, understanding and mutual respect within a...
21 min
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Creating a positive team culture and building c...
This week I chat to Stuart Jamieson - CEO of Club Rivers. Stuart outlines his rise from frontline staff member to CEO and the importance of self-development along the way. He also discusses the impact of creating a positive team culture within your...
32 min
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Understanding your personal and professional brand
This week I chat with Sue Currie, a leading personal branding and image management authority, and creator of the Shine Academy. Sue discusses the importance of cultivating your personal brand and professional image through the 4 key...
34 min
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Engaging with the community and understanding y...
Michelle chats with the "Dynamic Duo" - Morgan Stewart (CEO) and Paul Allan (2IC) at Club Taree. The pair discuss the importance of engaging with and making a difference in the local community, as well as how to build those necessary long-term...
44 min