A boxing lesson for Cyril Ramaphosa
“Everybody has a plan until they get punched in the mouth.” – Mike Tyson.
A boxing lesson for Cyril Ramaphosa – By Stephen Hickmore
Speed on hiring: Timing is everything
EHotelier.com : Day after day, employers stumble on the ability to get through the hiring process at a speed that’s aligned with candidates’ expectations. The National Association of Colleges and employers published a study that says it takes employers more than three weeks to move from interview to offer.
What does a minimum wage really mean to low income earners in Hospitality?
Stephen Hickmore Opinion piece: On 1st July each year we welcome the Government gazette publishing minimum wages for the hospitality industry. A timely bit of warmth and cheer during our winter?
Four ways to create positive work environments
Ehotelier – There’s the age old saying “If you can’t handle the heat, get out of the kitchen” regarding tough environments and finding those with the grit to get through it. While it is true that not every person is fit for any job out there in the hospitality industry, it is possible to make people feel comfortable to push themselves to surpass their preconceived limits.
It’s time to forget the food theatrics, say leading local chefs
In the past 20 years molecular gastronomy has pushed boundaries and challenged chefs around the world. Call it a revolution, or call it a trend, it’s essentially shifted the international food scene into a new era.
The Way You Make Me Feel
Hospitality Marketplace Reports . By Guy Stehlik. At a recent hotel industry function, I was asked which was THE best hotel I have ever stayed at. This has been a common question over the years and one that has an easy answer. It’s also a question to which I enjoy watching the reactions to my reply.
South Africa’s greatest businessman of all time is Sun King‚ Sol Kerzner
South Africa’s greatest businessman of all time is Sun King‚ Sol Kerzner. That’s according to the country’s latest wealth report – released in part on Wednesday by wealth intelligence company New World Wealth.
The human factor: dealing with the five main challenges in hospitality hiring
ehotelier.com – Recently, much has been published about today’s sourcing and hiring processes, which seem to have become dramatically “technologized” for efficiency. However, speedy and transactional processes do not automatically equal quality outcomes.
Why do professionals gossip?
Gossip, almost always, has a negative connotation. Yet, we continue to engage in it, both personally and professionally. While ‘small talk’ on a personal level is detrimental too, on a professional level can assume disastrous proportions.
Never Dance to ABBA
Stephen’s Advice to young Chefs –
Ever had that moment? – You stand in front of your parents preparing to break the news of how you intend to spend the rest of your life.


