Belonging, Kindness & Connection: The Psychology Behind Exceptional Hospitality
The Michelle Pascoe Hospitality Podcast
This week, I welcome the incredibly inspiring Dr. Samantha Worthington, a global expert in consumer psychology, peak performance, and organisational transformation. As I shiver through a minus 4° morning, Dr. Worthington joins from the sunny Sunshine Coast to share her insights into how clubs and hospitality venues can create exceptional service cultures. With experience working alongside top-tier business leaders and teams, Samantha dives deep into the psychology behind customer loyalty, personalised kindness, and authentic connection. In this engaging conversation, Samantha explains how...
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Why Authentic Hospitality Leaders Succeed
The Michelle Pascoe Hospitality Podcast
What’s the #1 leadership trait that transforms teams? Authenticity... and in this episode Michelle reflects on three powerful interviews with hospitality CEOs - revealing how authenticity fuels vision, culture, and resilience. From strategic growth to community-first values and courageous leadership, this episode is your blueprint for real-world impact in the hospitality space. Are you leading with presence, values and purpose? Watch/listen now & elevate your leadership style.
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Succession, Service & Saying No: The Secrets Behind Mingara’s Growth
The Michelle Pascoe Hospitality Podcast
In this week’s episode, I sit down with a true pillar of the registered club industry—Paul Barnett, CEO of Mingara Leisure Group and a leader whose legacy spans more than two decades of growth, innovation, and heart. From starting his career in government and liquor and gaming regulation to transforming a one-venue operation into a five-venue community powerhouse, Paul shares the behind-the-scenes journey of amalgamations, leadership lessons, and the strategic vision that has shaped Mingara into the thriving group it is today. His insights into building culture, retaining top talent, and...
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From Pouring Beers to CEO: A Journey of Opportunity & Vision
The Michelle Pascoe Hospitality Podcast
In this heartfelt and insightful episode, I sit down with not only a highly respected CEO but also a dear friend of over 25 years – Glenn Cushion from Ingleburn RSL. From humble beginnings as a plumber saving for a house deposit to leading one of Sydney’s most community-driven clubs, Glenn shares his incredible journey through the registered club industry. We explore how a "second job" became a lifelong career and how opportunities, culture, and people have shaped his leadership style. His passion for the industry, especially the value of human connection, shines throughout our chat. Glenn...
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The Bank Robber’s Boy: Peter Norris on Breaking Cycles and Building Culture
The Michelle Pascoe Hospitality Podcast
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Phone Call Secret: The 2025 Customer Service Hack
The Michelle Pascoe Hospitality Podcast
Businesses in 2025 are flooded with digital noise—but what if standing out was as simple as picking up the phone or posting a handwritten note? In this solo episode, I’m going to take you behind the scenes of my recent speaking tour across Far North Queensland (FNQ), where I connected with 97 passionate small business owners. From Atherton to Port Douglas, I will share with you what’s really resonating with customers today—and spoiler alert, it’s not another email funnel. I dive into the power of warm calls, the charm of snail mail, and how getting back to basics can spark referrals,...
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From Backyard Dreams to Pet Care Queen
The Michelle Pascoe Hospitality Podcast
In this heartfelt and inspiring episode, I sit down with Chenelle Conquest, founder of Paws & Whiskers, a Southern Highlands pet care business driven by purpose, heart, and a lifelong love for animals. From secretly hiding a stray dog in her backyard as a child to building a thriving business that provides pet sitting, dog walking, and genuine peace of mind, Chenelle shares her journey from passion to profession. Her story is one of dedication, resilience, and creating a business that truly stands out through trust and care. We chat about the challenges of growing a team in a values-led...
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The Power of Visual Storytelling in Hospitality and Beyond
The Michelle Pascoe Hospitality Podcast
In this insightful episode, I sit down with Kat Lynn, an award-winning food and product photographer, branding strategist, and passionate advocate for regional communities. Kat shares her journey from capturing culinary delights to helping businesses tell their authentic stories through visual branding. Listeners will gain valuable insights into the importance of storytelling in photography and how it can elevate a brand's presence in the market. Kat also delves into the challenges and triumphs of working with regional communities, emphasising the significance of connecting with local...
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The Power of Visual Storytelling in Hospitality and Beyond
The Michelle Pascoe Hospitality Podcast
In this insightful episode, I sit down with Kat Lynn, an award-winning food and product photographer, branding strategist, and passionate advocate for regional communities. Kat shares her journey from capturing culinary delights to helping businesses tell their authentic stories through visual branding. Listeners will gain valuable insights into the importance of storytelling in photography and how it can elevate a brand's presence in the market. Kat also delves into the challenges and triumphs of working with regional communities, emphasising the significance of connecting with local...
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RUOK? to WeCare365
The Michelle Pascoe Hospitality Podcast
🎙️ In this powerful episode, I’m joined by mental health advocate and founding Board Member of R U OK?, Graeme Cowan. From his personal journey through severe depression to creating meaningful change in workplaces across the globe, Graeme shares the pivotal moments that shaped his mission to build resilience, connection, and care in high-performing teams. We explore how leaders can identify early signs of stress, foster psychological safety, and shift from burnout to balance with simple but powerful habits. 🎙️ Whether you're leading a hospitality venue, managing corporate...
info_outline💡 Ever wondered what makes employees stay, thrive, and truly love what they do? In this episode I dive into the secret sauce of building a thriving workplace with none other than Andy Goram, aka “The Sticky Guy.”
As the host of Sticky From The Inside and the founder of Bizjuicer, Andy has spent over 27 years leading culture and brand transformations across Leisure, Retail, Hospitality, and Gaming. Now, he’s on a mission to help businesses create stickier organisations—where employees feel a true sense of belonging, and customers keep coming back for more.
🔑 In This Episode, We Discuss:
✅ What “stickiness” means in the workplace and why it’s crucial for long-term success
✅ The 7 Steps to Stickiness—Andy’s proven framework for increasing employee retention and engagement
âś… How storytelling and "following the breadcrumbs" help businesses create authentic connections with employees and customers
âś… The biggest challenges in hospitality (like high turnover) and how leaders can tackle them
✅ The power of brand and culture alignment—ensuring that the promise matches reality
âś… Key leadership skills needed to foster highly effective, engaged teams
📢 Whether you're a hospitality leader, business owner, or HR professional, this episode is packed with actionable insights to make your organisation stronger, more resilient, and ultimately, stickier!
đź”— Connect with Andy Goram:
đź“Ś Podcast: Sticky From The Inside
đź“Ś Website: Bizjuicer
đź“Ś LinkedIn: Andy Goram
📅 Listen Now & Start Making Your Organisation Stickier! 🎧