COVID-19 and the Hospitality Industry

What is the Future of Hospitality after COVID? Though COVID-19 took the whole world for a rigorous spin, there is unanimous agreement that the hospitality industry took one of the hardest hits. Travel spending in 2020 saw a decline of 42% from the previous year, while hotel occupancy dropped 33%. With lockdown restrictions keeping everyone at home, the industry experienced spikes in unemployment, operational limitations, shutdowns, and revenue losses. But now is the time to regain footing and take advantage of the consequential circumstances. As we get a better grip on COVID, there is more room for business in hospitality …

Torn Between Job Offers: How to Decide

4 Tie-Breaker Questions for Choosing between Job Offers Right now is a great time to find a new job. With more open roles than job-seekers, it’s a seller’s market for any professional looking for a new position, and the recruitment packages are only getting better. Once you have the skills needed for the role, you can find yourself facing several great offers that can be difficult to choose between. To help make your next career step, you’ll need a few smart tie-breaker questions to identify the best job offer – for you. It’s only natural that you’re torn between job …

How Office Settings Will Differ Post Covid

What a Post-COVID Office Setting may look like As people get vaccinated and COVID-19 rates are dropping in many places, workplaces are gradually reopening. At the same time, we are a long way from returning to normal. Depending on location, size, and industry, every business must be careful about maintaining a safe environment for employees. Let’s look at what this new world will look like in several major industries. Medical Offices The pandemic has placed extra pressure on the healthcare industry. In addition to treating and testing people with COVID-19 related issues, they have had to stay open and provide …

10 Tips for Staying Productive When Studying Online

Online education offers a lot of benefits. However, for a good number of students, online learning is uncharted territory. Remote student life comes with its fair share of challenges, including figuring out how to be productive from the comfort of your home. Indeed, without being disciplined and focused, you will barely get anything done. So, how can you stay attentive and productive while studying online? Tricks for Studying Online & Staying Attentive 1. CREATE A DESIGNATED STUDY SPACE Setting up a designated place for studying will have a significant impact on your productivity levels. Choosing a room in the house …

Career Training Scholarships Available in 2021

Career Technical Institute will Award up to $10,369 to Students Students attending Career Technical Institute either on campus or online can now apply for CTI’s 2021 Scholarship opportunities. Scholarship eligibility includes: First-time students at CTI on a first-come, first-serve basis Students seeking Office Administration, IT, or Travel and Tourism offerings with either online or campus-based training High School Diploma or GED Information Technology Program First-time students who are enrolling in Career Technical Institute’s Help Desk Professional program are eligible to apply for a 2021 scholarships. The Help Desk Professional program includes training in operating systems, hard disk management, Computer Repair …

Mastering Presentation Skills: Top Tips for Presenting to Large Audiences

How Do I Improve My Presentation Skills? As a professional rising through the ranks, you may give crucial presentations, ranging from elevator pitches to presenting your latest company idea to management. You need the presentation skills, confidence, and style to make your points well-structured, persuasive, and impactful to your audience. Whether it’s your first or hundredth time presenting to a large audience, a large boardroom, or even a Zoom presentation, it is never just a casual affair, even if the event’s dress code is jeans. When it’s in front of one or many people, these situations can be a bit …