Tipping is a very American concept – most people around the world aren’t expected to tip because employers elsewhere are expected to actually pay a living wage to workers in the service industry. Tipping culture has been expanding fast, too, and now it’s not just waiters, bartenders or hairdressers you’re expected to tip. More and more establishments where you wouldn’t normally … [Read more...] about Tipping survey: ask the experts
It’s summer and for many people, that means going on a road trip. This year, more Americans plan to take a road trip due to COVID-19 travel restrictions last year. Melissa Dallas, professor emeritus, department of hospitality leadership at Missouri State University, weighs in WalletHub about a few key aspects of hitting the open road this summer. … [Read more...] about Sharing insights on summer road trips
What are some helpful advice with regard to New Year’s travel and spending? Melissa Dallas, professor emeritus, department of hospitality leadership at Missouri State University, weighs in on WalletHub. … [Read more...] about Travel and spending plans for New Year’s
Alexis Deane-Downing started at Missouri State as a dentistry student. After taking anatomy, she decided that wasn’t the right fit for her. Next, she tried communications. That wasn’t right either. Her adviser asked her what she liked to do. Deane-Downing said she liked to stay in hotels. The rest is history. Deane-Downing met with Dr. Melissa Dallas, now faculty emeritus of … [Read more...] about Finding the right fit: Hospitality leadership
Kasey Eberth was 15 when he started working in hospitality. He hasn’t stopped since. Eberth started as a line cook. He wanted to find what was his best fit in the restaurant industry. Fall in love with Missouri State After a tour of Missouri State University, Eberth knew this was the place for him. “I automatically fell in love with the campus and just knew this was my home,” … [Read more...] about Managing your hospitality leadership career