Embracing Agility, Your Strengths, and Boundaries in the Hospitality Industry with Tracy Judge

<p dir="ltr">In the constantly changing industry of hospitality and event planning, how do you keep up? According to Tracy Judge, you stay agile, embrace your strengths, and learn to set healthy boundaries. In this episode of Adventures in Business, Amani and Mandi chat with Tracy Judge, founder and chief connector at Soundings Connect. Tracy shares about her journey to becoming an experienced speaker, how her business Soundings helps talent and organizations searching for talent, and how she’s stayed agile to keep up with demand in an ever-changing business scene. Tune in to this one to be inspired and get great perspective on setting boundaries to avoid burnout!</p> 🔗 Connect with Tracy Judge at <a href="https://soundingsconnect.com/">Soundings</a></p>

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What Are Our Plans for 4th Quarter? (EP #115)

Mandi and Amani discuss their fourth quarter goals and how each goal will set them up for success in 2025. </p>

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Mastering Stress Management and Mental Fitness in Business with Kristine Iverson

<p dir="ltr">Stress is an unavoidable part of life, but how you manage it will make all the difference. In this episode of Adventures in Business, Amani and guest host Tim Mulligan sit down with Kristine Iverson, founder of CROW Practice and mental fitness speaker, to discuss her approach to stress management and mental fitness.</p>  </p> <p dir="ltr">Kristine shares her advice for when stress triggers you in business, how to improve your mental fitness, and how to stay grounded. She then opens up about her biggest challenges, her evolving definition of success, and her advice for anyone starting on their own wellness journey. This is a great episode if you want insights into navigating the ups and downs of business and defining wellness in a personal and impactful way!</p>  </p> <p dir="ltr">🔗 <a href="https://www.linkedin.com/in/kristine-iverson-0540a617">Connect with Kristine Iverson</a></p> 🔗 <a href="https://a.co/d/h53mKrX">Check out Tim Mulligan's newest graphic novel SNITCHLAND</a> and <a href="https://www.instagram.com/witchlandplay/">follow his Witchland series on Instagram</a>. His next play is headed to New York next year!</p>

00:46:40

A Storied Sales Career: Sales Advice from Shelly Cruz

<p dir="ltr">In this episode of Adventures in Business, Amani and Mandi talk with Shelly Cruz, Vice President of Global Sales at MGM Resorts International. Shelly shared her journey, from her start at MGM to her role as a leader across several high-profile properties. She shares trends she’s seeing in today’s sales climate, her best advice for aspiring sales professionals, and what she looks for when hiring employees.</p> 🔗 <a href="https://www.linkedin.com/in/shelly-cruz-cmp-27597112/">Connect with Shelly Cruz</a></p>

00:50:38

What AI Tools Do We Use & How to Get Over "No's" (EP #111)

Mandi and Amani share what AI Tools they use and also how to get over "No's" when we are pitching ourselves so frequently. </p>

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Elevating Experiences in the Hospitality Industry with Sarah Reuter

<p dir="ltr">In this episode of Adventures in Business, Amani and Mandi chat with Sarah Reuter, CEO of Elevate Travel Company. Sarah has spent over two decades creating transformative travel experiences that leave lasting impressions on attendees and clients alike. Sarah shares how she creates unforgettable experiences, how she teaches other professionals to protect their peace while finding success, and her most memorable travel experiences. Tune in to hear all about her free masterclass for ambitious corporate and freelance planners!</p>  </p> <p dir="ltr">🔗 <a href="https://lu.ma/8rr5mp4a">ALIGNED - Building Resilience and Awareness</a></p> 🔗 Connect with <a href="https://www.elevatetravelco.com/#About">Sarah Reuter</a></p>

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"It was very overwhelming" - IMEX 2024 Review (EP #109)

Mandi and Amani review their experience speaking and attending IMEX Americas 2024 Tradeshow in Las Vegas, Nevada. </p>

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Winning Marketing Strategies for Hoteliers with Christine Malfair

<p dir="ltr">In this episode of Adventures in Business, hosts Amani and Mandi sit down with Christine Malfair, founder of Malfair Marketing and former hotel general manager. Christine shares her journey from managing a hotel to becoming a hotel marketing consultant, key marketing strategies most hotels are missing, and how vendors can market to hotels better.</p>  </p> <p dir="ltr">🔗 <a href="https://malfairmarketing.com/ryr-blueprint">Reclaim Your Revenue Blueprint</a></p> 🔗 Connect with Christine Malfair on her <a href="https://malfairmarketing.com/">website</a></p>

00:48:14

The Latest Update on Linkedin and the Algorithm via Richard Bliss (EP #107)

Amani and Mandi chat about an NSA training that Amani attended with Richard Bliss, who shared some amazing tips and tricks about LinkedIn. Tune in and learn! </p>

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Overcoming Imposter Phenomenon with Dr. Jill Stoddard (EP #106)

<p dir="ltr">In this episode of Adventures in Business, Mandi and Amani talk with Dr. Jill Stoddard, a licensed psychologist, author, speaker, award-winning teacher, health coach, and co-host of the popular Psychologists Off the Clock podcast. Dr. Stoddard shares what imposter phenomenon is and how it’s a completely normal experience, plus tools to overcome imposter phenomenon and anxiety. She talks about the power of psychological flexibility, and how to align your goals with your values. No matter who you are, you’ll walk away from this episode with practical tools to manage stress, build resilience, and worry less. </p>  </p> <p dir="ltr">🔗 <a href="https://jillstoddard.com/quizzes">Take the quiz: What type of imposter are you?</a></p> <p dir="ltr">🔗 Connect with Dr. Jill Stoddard on her <a href="https://jillstoddard.com/">website</a> or on <a href="https://www.linkedin.com/in/jillstoddardphd/">LinkedIn</a></p>  </p>

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