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Maximizing ROI: The Benefits of Migrating Your Hotel PMS to the Cloud
Moving hotel operations, especially the hotel Property Management System, to the Cloud not only offers operational benefits, but also leads to higher ROI.

Graham Maclennan
18 minutes ago5 min read


Sweden’s Job Market Trends: What to Expect in 2025
In 2024, the Swedish job market experienced significant shifts, underscoring the growing importance of adaptability and specialization ....

Gavin Hughes
Mar 143 min read


When GMs Refuse to Change: The Fast Track to Hotel Failure
The success of a hotel business hinges on a delicate balance of strategic insight and operational excellence. While luxurious amenities...

Gavin Hughes
Sep 25, 20245 min read


Breaking the Myths: A Call for a Mental Change in the Hotel Industry
I’ve dedicated my entire career to the hospitality industry, and I truly love being part of this vibrant and dynamic field. There’s an...

Gavin Hughes
Sep 25, 202411 min read


Stubborn GMs Sabotage Success: Time to Embrace Tech or Fall Behind
When I first started working in the hotel industry as a General Manager (GM), the way things operated was quite different from what we...

Gavin Hughes
Sep 25, 202411 min read


Why Hotel General Managers Are Reluctant to Embrace Change
Hotel general managers (GMs) are seasoned hospitality industry veterans, often relying on decades of experience to guide their decisions....

Gavin Hughes
Sep 25, 20245 min read


How to carry out a job responsibility you disagree with?
Imagine this. Your organisation is suddenly thrust into a financial maelstrom, necessitating a workforce reduction of 20%. This...

Gavin Hughes
Jul 4, 20245 min read


The Power of Clarity: How to Foster Productivity through Clear Expectations
Do you know what is expected of you at work? It’s the first and foundational question of the Gallup Q12 measure of engagement. And there...

Gavin Hughes
Jul 3, 20248 min read
Autonomy at Work: The Game Changer for Savvy Employers and Their Teams
Introduction In today’s evolving work environment, while flexible working arrangements are gaining traction, they merely scratch the...

Gavin Hughes
Jul 3, 20244 min read


How to Handle Toxic People at Work: 10 Strategies for Success
The effects of toxic people at the workplace can be far-reaching and often very damaging to the entire team and organization, from lowered t

Gavin Hughes
May 20, 202410 min read


What cultural bias do Swedish businesses need to overcome, in order to attract international talent?
I am not bringing any news when I am stressing the importance for any Swedish company to compete in a global market whilst committing...

Gavin Hughes
May 7, 20246 min read


THE GAME OF CHESS: HOW TO ANTICIPATE YOUR CUSTOMERS’ NEXT MOVE
What is the single most important thing that all businesses crave? Stability? Profit? Growth? Market leadership? There’s no ONE right...

Gavin Hughes
Apr 24, 20248 min read


The future of work: 10 key actions for Sweden's employers in 2024
Geopolitical disruptions, quickly evolving technology, and debates on returning workers to offices are influencing workforce strategies...

Gavin Hughes
Apr 19, 20243 min read


How to deal with a toxic work environment: 10 signs to look out for in 2024
Have you ever found yourself trapped in a workplace that feels more like a twisted carnival than a productive office? Well, you're not...

Gavin Hughes
Apr 15, 202413 min read


11+ DEI metrics and KPIs you should be tracking in 2024 to improve inclusivity at work
DEI metrics and KPIs is the place where numbers meet inclusivity, and positive change begins. In 2024, fostering an inclusive work...

Gavin Hughes
Apr 15, 202410 min read


The Future of Work - Sweden 2024
In this post, I reflect on Gartner's 2024 Future of Work Trends and adapt them to Swedish conditions. Many management consulting and HR...

Gavin Hughes
Apr 15, 20245 min read


3 STEPS TO CLOSE THE STRATEGY EXECUTION GAP
It Is Important to Close the Strategy Execution Gap To close the strategy execution gap in a meaningful way, leaders must agree upon and...

Gavin Hughes
Apr 8, 20243 min read


Is Remote Onboarding Here to Stay? How Orientation Looks Post-Pandemic
Summary: In the past, onboarding meant a lot of in-person training. At some companies, new hires would sit in a classroom for a week,...
Gavin Hughes
Sep 1, 20216 min read


Impact Of The eLearning Industry On Our Lives
Learn More About The eLearning Industry The eLearning industry has seen rapid growth in the past few years. From slideshows to AR...
Gavin Hughes
Aug 28, 20213 min read


education in the post-covid era: 5 important things to consider
Education Trends In The Post-COVID Era The COVID-19 crisis has had a major impact on the global education sector. And even though the...
Gavin Hughes
Aug 4, 20214 min read
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