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Vol. 12: Issue 5 2010-02-03

INSIDE VIEW

Leading Change - By Cheryl Tyler, Tyler Training and Development Solutions

Every organization undergoes change, like the cliché says, 'Change is inevitable.' Change can cause disruption to an organization and compromise its growth. But if managed properly, transition can go smoothly and leave everyone feeling empowered. ...more

Leverage Blended Search and Boost your Hotel's Search Ranking Position

What is Blended Search? In May 2007 Google launched Universal Search which is also commonly referred to as Blended Search. Ask, MSN, and Yahoo began shortly after. When you search on a word or phrase in Google, such as Disneyland hotels, the universal navigation bar at the top of Google displays contextual navigation links such as web / images / maps / news / video. ...more

6 Social Media Platforms at a Glance - By Kent Lewis

To say that social media marketing is a hot topic is a mild understatement. Due to growing consumer adoption and media coverage, companies have been increasingly engaging in social media strategies. Unfortunately, far too many corporate marketers are making mistakes in their first forays, and errors can be extremely costly. The following guide, including the platform checklist, provides insights into developing successful social media strategies based on a clear understanding of social platform technology, users, opportunities, and challenges. ...more

Google's AdWords: Getting Your Property Noticed in a Sea of Ads

You'd be hard-pressed to find anyone who hasn't heard of Google, the giant of the search engine landscape, with over 70% of market share in the U.S. They've revolutionized the way information is found on the Internet and changed the way people search for hotels. By having a successful natural search campaign, with effective search engine optimization (SEO), it is possible to rank well on Google, even though its algorithms seem shrouded in mystery (more on this later). ...more

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FEATURED SITE

AskAnOwner.com
Thinking of buying a sat-nav system, DAB radio or MP3 player, but don't know which to choose? Why not ask someone who already owns one? This site brings together owners of products with prospective buyers. It's a great way to cut through the marketing speak of manufacturers and helps you make an informed choice on what you buy.
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FEATURED SUPPLIER

Intelity

Intelity, headquartered in Orlando, Fla., is a hospitality software solution company focused on the self-service marketplace. Currently, Intelity is distributing ICE and its corresponding ICE Control System, ICS, backbone system to hotel and resort partners. Intelity designs its software/hardware products with a focus on guest service, quality feedback and direct consumer marketing.
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FEATURED MAGAZINE

CFO Each issue of CFO provides 450,000 senior financial executives with the sophisticated analysis and innovative ideas they need to add value to their organizations.

From refinancing to reengineering, from insurance to information systems, CFO takes the latest financial thinking and shows how it is being implemented in the country's most innovative organizations. In the increasingly competitive arena of corporate finance, CFO keeps its readers on the inside track.

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ENVIRONMENT

Treasure Mountain Inn Now Generating Own Solar Power - By Glenn Hasek

The 56-suite Treasure Mountain Inn, Park City's only 100 percent wind powered and 100 percent carbon-neutral 'eco-tique' hotel, has taken an additional step towards sustainability by adding solar power to its host of green initiatives. ...more

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HEADLINES

Most viewed headlines this past week at Hotel News Resource. Click on the title to read.

European Tourism 2009 - Trends & Prospects, (Q4/2009)

U.S. hotel performance for the week ending 23 January 2010

2010 Survey Shows Americans Planning Leisure Travel but Business Travel Continues to Lag in 2010

STR releases updated forecasts for 2010, 2011

Pegasus View - 2009 Ends on a Positive Note

Intelity To be First in Hospitality iPad Revolution With ICE Canvas

Marriott Launches Social and Multimedia Hub

Atlantic City Casino and Hotel Market Outlook 2010 - By Emily C Sze

Confidence Barometer 2010: Most Hotel Operators Cautiously Optimistic

Starwood Hotels & Resorts Slated to Open 80-100 Hotels in 2010

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UPCOMING INDUSTRY EVENTS

Centaur Media PLC
2010-02-09
Travel Technology Europe

www.enter2010.org
2010-02-10
ENTER2010 - eTourism Conference

Aakar expo
2010-02-14
Print Pack Sign 2010

LRP Publications
2010-02-22
4th Annual National HR in Hospitality(TM) Conference & Expo

Fresh RM
2010-02-28
Hotelympia

Hotel Technology Next Generation
2010-03-01
HTNG North American Members' Meeting

Fresh RM
2010-03-01
Hostec-Europe

Council of Hotel and Restaurant Trainers
2010-03-06
CHART's 79th Semi-annual Hospitality Training Conference

Ocean City Hotel-Motel-Restaurant Assn
2010-03-07
Ocean City Hotel-Motel-Restaurant Association Spring Trade Expo


2010-03-07
International Hospitality Week (IHW)

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FEATURED BOOK

Hospitality Industry Financial Accounting

Even employees who aren't numbers people can understand the fundamentals of financial accounting with this book. This easy-to-understand introduction to accounting incorporates the most recent formats, information, and schedules from the ninth revised edition of the Uniform System of Accounts for the Lodging Industry, as well as updated federal government forms. Highlights include: responsibilities of a hospitality accounting operation, advantages and drawbacks of various types of income statements, the role of inventory in calculating profit, computerized accounting and property management systems, and more.
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