Boost Your Revenue: Guide to Direct Bookings and Digital Mastery
The Michelle Pascoe Hospitality Podcast
Release Date: 05/14/2024
A Blueprint for Seamless and Sustainable Event Management
The Michelle Pascoe Hospitality Podcast
In this episode, I have the pleasure of hosting Emma MacGregor, a seasoned professional with over 20 years of experience in the Events and Hospitality Industries. Her extensive background spans venue management, catering, and sales, making her a true connector of like-minded individuals. Emma is passionate about sustainability and is committed to driving significant changes in an industry she deeply loves and understands. Emma's expertise as an Event Producer is unparalleled. She has a natural eye for design and flow, ensuring that every event she touches runs seamlessly. Known for her...
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From Ambience to Menu: Making Your Venue the Place to Be
The Michelle Pascoe Hospitality Podcast
In this episode, I delve into how to prepare your hospitality venue for the upcoming Long Weekend. With cold weather setting in, it's essential to make your space appealing to both regulars and visitors. I'll discuss creating cozy spaces that invite guests to linger, the impact of fresh flowers on your decor, and how to craft an inviting ambience that sets your venue apart. Additionally, I highlight the importance of introducing a new, short menu that caters to the season, ensuring that your team are having fun and creating an environment that customers want to talk about and share on social...
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Lessons from the Hospital: Cross-Industry Insights for Business Improvement
The Michelle Pascoe Hospitality Podcast
In this podcast episode, I delve into a personal experience at St. Vincent's Hospital, highlighting the valuable lessons we can learn by looking beyond our own industry. During my time at the hospital, I observed various operational practices, communication strategies, and cultural aspects that significantly enhanced efficiency and teamwork. By sharing this story, I aim to illustrate how we can draw inspiration from different sectors and integrate these insights into our own businesses to foster better communication, streamline job roles, and cultivate a positive workplace culture. Through...
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Lessons from the Hospital: Cross-Industry Insights for Business Improvement
The Michelle Pascoe Hospitality Podcast
In this podcast episode, I delve into a personal experience at St. Vincent's Hospital, highlighting the valuable lessons we can learn by looking beyond our own industry. During my time at the hospital, I observed various operational practices, communication strategies, and cultural aspects that significantly enhanced efficiency and teamwork. By sharing this story, I aim to illustrate how we can draw inspiration from different sectors and integrate these insights into our own businesses to foster better communication, streamline job roles, and cultivate a positive workplace culture. Through...
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Episode 225 THE BIG FOUR: COMMON MISTAKES AND HOW TO AVOID THEM
The Michelle Pascoe Hospitality Podcast
Are you making one of the four biggest mistakes that can derail your business? In my latest episode, I uncover the critical errors many business owners overlook. From setting a clear vision to the essential skills you need to lead, I’ve got you covered. Join me as I tease out the hidden traps and share strategies to steer your business towards success. Don’t miss out on these game-changing insights—tune in and transform your approach to business management! Hospitality Momentum:
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Boost Your Revenue: Guide to Direct Bookings and Digital Mastery
The Michelle Pascoe Hospitality Podcast
Join me for an insightful conversation with Bart Sobies, the powerhouse behind The Accommodation Show, iBooked.Online, and the STRIVE to Thrive Conference. Bart's entrepreneurial journey began at just 15 with his first online business, which grew into a successful tech company. With his deep expertise in technology, marketing, and investment, Bart has become a guiding light in the hospitality industry. As an authority on direct bookings, marketing, branding, and digital products, Bart has helped thousands of hospitality owners generate millions in additional revenue through iBooked.Online. He...
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A Taste of Innovation: The Stomping Ground Brewing Co Experience
The Michelle Pascoe Hospitality Podcast
In this episode, we delve into the captivating journey of Steve Jeffares, a filmmaker turned craft beer pioneer. Steve's story begins with a pivotal moment in 2000, when he experienced a beer revelation while living in Los Angeles. Upon returning to Melbourne, he, along with Guy Greenstone and Justin Joiner, co-founded The Local Taphouse in Melbourne and Sydney. These pubs not only introduced Australians to a new level of craft beer appreciation but also laid the foundation for what would later become the renowned GABS festival (Great Australian Beer SpecTAPular). From these humble beginnings,...
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BREWING SUCCESS: HOW ALEX CRAFTS COMMUNITY AND COFFEE IN SYDNEY
The Michelle Pascoe Hospitality Podcast
Welcome to this exciting episode of our podcast where we delve into the vibrant world of Sydney's specialty coffee and hospitality scene with Alex Williams, a seasoned entrepreneur and co-founder of three renowned retail brands: The Commune Project, Dachshund Coffee, and Anvil Coffee Co. With over fourteen years of experience, Alex recounts his entrepreneurial journey, starting with the launch of Anvil Coffee Co on Kirribilli Wharf in 2013, which quickly gained recognition for its inspiring location and exceptional service. He discusses the philosophy and values that drive his brands, focusing...
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Chef’s Table to SEO: Jose Chavez’s Recipe for Digital Success
The Michelle Pascoe Hospitality Podcast
Once a high-flying chef in the world’s most prestigious kitchens, Jose Chavez has swapped his chef’s hat for the digital cap of SEO and blog growth mastery. With 15 years of stirring sauces and seasoning steaks in hatted establishments like Jacques Reymond and on shows such as MasterChef, Jose’s transition from kitchen to keyboard is nothing short of remarkable. Imagine cooking for culinary legends like Heston Blumenthal and Marco Pierre White – now he's using that precision and creativity to enhance digital dining experiences! In this not-to-be-missed episode, we dive deep into...
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Brewing To a Different Tune
The Michelle Pascoe Hospitality Podcast
Richard Jeffares' journey from craft beer enthusiast to gluten-free brewery pioneer is a tale of passion, resilience, and innovation. Diagnosed with Coeliac Disease in 2015, Jeffares faced the stark reality of a gluten-free diet, stripping him of the craft beer diversity he cherished in Australia. This seemed to mark the end of his craft beer adventures with friends, until a 2017 American road trip unveiled a surprising discovery: breweries producing gluten-free beer that rivalled, and sometimes surpassed, traditional offerings. Motivated by this revelation, Jeffares founded TWØBAYS Brewing...
info_outlineJoin me for an insightful conversation with Bart Sobies, the powerhouse behind The Accommodation Show, iBooked.Online, and the STRIVE to Thrive Conference. Bart's entrepreneurial journey began at just 15 with his first online business, which grew into a successful tech company. With his deep expertise in technology, marketing, and investment, Bart has become a guiding light in the hospitality industry.
As an authority on direct bookings, marketing, branding, and digital products, Bart has helped thousands of hospitality owners generate millions in additional revenue through iBooked.Online. He also leads the Accommodation Professionals Network, a vibrant community of over 2,500 professionals sharing industry insights.
In 2023, Bart led the ground-breaking 5-Day AI Challenge, educating hosts on leveraging AI to boost direct bookings. His influence spans the globe with speaking engagements at prestigious events like ASTRA Conference, The Book Direct Show, Vintory Mastermind, and No Vacancy.
This year, Bart is touring Australia, presenting at key conferences, and sharing his knowledge on industry podcasts. Tune in to discover how you can elevate your direct bookings and thrive in the competitive tourism landscape! 🌏✨