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Building a Trauma-Informed Workplace in Hospitality: A Manager’s Guide

By andrewwalsh

In the fast-paced world of tourism and hospitality, creating exceptional guest experiences is our bread and butter. But behind every great service interaction and seamless operation lies a complex web of human experiences that managers must navigate with care and understanding. Our industry presents unique challenges – from irregular schedules and high-stress periods to constant … Continued

Understanding Trauma in the Workplace: A Guide for Tourism & Hospitality Workers

By andrewwalsh

Working in hospitality means being part of a dynamic, fast-paced environment where we interact with countless people every day. While this makes our work exciting, it also means we’re regularly connecting with colleagues who may be carrying invisible burdens. Understanding trauma and how to support each other can make our workplace stronger and more supportive … Continued

Eating Disorders: The Hidden Illness in The Food Industry

By ellie

Eating disorders among people who work in restaurants are far from rare. They’re just not always seen. In the hectic world of the hospitality industry, a silent mental illness often goes unnoticed: eating disorders among restaurant workers. A 2020 survey revealed that 90 percent of the Not 9 to 5 community faced mental health or … Continued

Integrating Psychological Health & Safety Into Your Work – Supervisors and Managers

By andrewwalsh

Contributing to Psychological Health & Safety in the Workplace – Workers

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Identifying Hazards and Mitigating Risks – Supervisors and Managers

By andrewwalsh

Identifying Hazards & Mitigating Risks – Workers

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Cooking Up Connection: 5 Minute Check-In Recipe

By ellie

In the fast-paced tourism and hospitality industry, where efficiency, morale, and teamwork drive success, creating a culture of regular employee check-ins can transform your business. These moments of connection aren’t just “nice-to-haves”—they directly impact your bottom line. According to Gallup, the behaviors of highly engaged business units—including greater attentiveness to customer needs, stronger adherence to … Continued

Name, Claim and Reframe: Personal Stress Tools

By ellie

Stress is inevitable. In the workplace, we regularly experience stressors due to work demands, changes to processes and systems, or conflict with co-workers. And because we aren’t robots, factors in our personal lives impact our reaction to stressors in the workplace. Stress can be a positive force. It can motivate action or change that leads … Continued

Helping Troubled Co-workers

By ellie

In a psychologically supportive workplace, co-workers and supervisors are supportive of employees’ psychological and mental health concerns and respond appropriately as needed. While it is not your responsibility to deal with anyone else’s health issues, you may have the desire to reach out to provide some support if you see a co-worker struggling. Here are … Continued