Jon Farzam

Many people often engage in charitable contributions because they feel strongly about a specific cause or mission and want to support it and make a difference in their community.
That being said, regardless of the method used, charitable giving can be an essential part of an individual’s tax, estate, and financial plan. Regardless of the intent behind a donation, it’s important to be making financial decisions across the board.
On that premise, the following article presents ways to help indi...

The truth is that it is easy to talk about teamwork but hard to implement it, and even harder to actualize it within a workplace. Remember that collaboration does not happen simply because people work side by side in an office environment. Instead, teamwork takes place because each of the members of the organization understands each other, communicates, and focuses collectively on the goals that are at hand. The best teams will push each other to grow and provide guidance as they climb up the...

Scientists and researchers use figures and percentages to provoke people’s thoughts on the seriousness of the issue under investigation. The call for a green economy has been more urgent in the tourism industry because of its massive impact on the environment. Here are some impressive figures and statistics about the green lodging program.
Defining Green Lodging Program
CalRecycle established the program to allow travelers to have a green option for their lodging necessities. The program aims...

Every business needs to listen to its consumers’ feedback and implement changes to suit their needs and interests. Every customer has unique traits, and a business must serve them well. Listening to consumers is among the best ways of receiving feedback.
In 2020, the COVID-19 outbreak hit the whole world hard, and every country was under lockdown. The pandemic affected many businesses, but the tourism and hospitality industry was the most affected. Everyone had to implement all safety measure...

Due to heavy workloads and unrealistic deadlines, charity work can be very exhausting. When working for nonprofit organizations, days off can feel insufficient considering the long hours of work. Luckily there are several ways of preventing burnout.
Schedule and Practice Rest
When working for a nonprofit organization, goals are essential, and the to-do list is endless. This can lead to tediousness and burnout. Therefore, to avoid burnout, charity and nonprofit workers should apply disciplined...

Numerous industries have suffered a significant blow from the COVID-19 pandemic. The hospitality field takes the lead among the most hit around the world. There has been a 95% reduction in occupancy, with a staggering number of employees becoming jobless.
The latest trend indicates that the pandemic is retreating, so the hospitality industry hopes to regain its ground in the future. There are strategies that restaurants can employ to bounce back and overturn the crisis. Hotels have suffered p...

The hospitality industry was one of the industries most affected by the pandemic. To boost recovery, adapt to the new normal, and stay afloat, many are embracing technology. Some of these technologies were due to happen eventually, but the pandemic hastened the need for their implementation. Below are some of the technologies that hotels need to invest in throughout 2021 and beyond if they have not already done so.
Use of Hotel Apps
Whether it is via an app or a website, online access is cruc...

In a time of need, many people look for ways to support those less fortunate than themselves. However, that can be difficult when everyone is cutting costs and watching their spending habits. Here are a few tricks to give as much as possible and incorporate some creative alternatives.
Set Aside Funds
During the pandemic, most people have found that certain expenses disappeared such as concert tickets, dining out, and commuting costs. Because of this, there is more discretionary income availab...

Many aspects of traveling are inherently wasteful. For those people wanting to reduce their environmental impact while still enjoying travel, there is a new program called The Green Lodging Project.
First, it is essential to consider the environmental impact of the lodging industry. While necessary to the travel and hospitality industries, hotels are one of the worst options for lodging in terms of sustainability. The average hotel purchases 100 times the amount of products in a single week t...

If you are considering a job within the hospitality world, there are a few ways you can get a career off the ground. The fact that you have choices can make it challenging to know which way to turn. Read on for six tips on how to get started in hospitality.
Look for Inspiration
Are there industry leaders that you look up to? Perhaps there is a person you have admired for many years in an industry you would enjoy working in. Pick a few people and then learn about their career paths, such as ho...

Since it’s the holidays, people are going to travel around the world. For hotel owners, the season is a blessing. However, there’s plenty of competition in the hospitality industry. To defeat their rivals and boost bookings, hotel owners need intelligent strategies.
Take Care of Employees
Anyone in business knows workers are the lifeline of their business. If they’re unmotivated, the business will suffer due to poor productivity. Therefore, the management should address the needs of their emp...

In June of 1998, Theresa Robertson was an inner-city adolescent. When she was 12 years old, she skipped school with two of her friends and went to Manhattan Beach. Robertson and her friends spent the day sunbathing, surfing, and playing in the sand. Then the ocean conditions changed drastically in the northern area of the Manhattan Beach Pier.
Los Angeles County lifeguards moved Theresa and her friends, but unfortunately, Theresa Robertson drowned. She was found the following day floating in ...

Any writer of a technical document must keep two things in mind – the audience and the goal. In the case of writing a business plan for a hospitality property, the audience is people who will hopefully invest and the goal is to get funding. This is an oversimplification because it’s also important to pitch your ideas to the right type of investors. Not everyone sees the value in the tourism trade. Once you’ve identified the demographic for your audience, it’s important to keep them in mind th...

Many people who feel altruistic don’t know where to find legitimate charities. In Santa Monica, there is an official list of nonprofits recognized by the Chamber of Commerce. This is a great jumping-off point for your quest to find which causes to support.
Some national organizations, like the American Red Cross, have a local affiliate in Santa Monica. This humanitarian organization was founded in the late 1900s and is run entirely by volunteers. Their unique relationship with the federal gov...

Giving back to the local area and helping your neighbors are two forms of philanthropy at the community level. There are many ways to accomplish this without going broke or losing all of your spare time.
Donating time is often more valuable than a check. The fact that you choose to be present at places like a school, church, recreation center, animal shelter, homeless shelter means you see them as valued. This can be very morale boosting. To that end, offering help with fundraisers and charit...