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Conversation Openers that Surprise People a Bit

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Have you often wished that you were better at making small talk? That you could simply walk up to some one at a small event and make an impression?  All while making it memorable and effortless? One critical talent a Hospitality Recruiter needs to connect with candidate is the ability to draw candidate into a conversation. To learn about their experiences, to find what they are missing in their current job and to offer another option. Here's an example for a great article by Sue Shellenbarger in the Wall Street Journal: How you answer at the start of a conversation could make the difference between something boring and something deeper. OPENER: “I just moved here two months ago.” SMALL TALK REPLY: “I’ve been here 10 years.” BETTER: “What has it been like getting used to a new city?” OPENER: “I found the speaker so fascinating.” SMALL TALK REPLY: “Me, too.” BETTER: “Tell me more about what caught your attention.” OPENER: “I’m starting a new company.” SMALL TALK...

Restaurant General Manager - Washington, DC

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Restaurant General Manager High Volume Casual Dining | Growing international concept $55,000 Up To $70,000 with Outstanding Bonus Potential Top performers make top dollars - six figures Hand made natural food Your Responsibilities Empower the entire staff to deliver the an unsurpassed dining experience Ensure consistency is upheld throughout with food, drinks and operational standards Restaurant general manager to develop creative revenue growth strategies Conduct employee reviews and offer feedback in regular team meetings Gatekeeper of  knowledge and standards - develop fantastic teams If you want to enrich your guests with natural wholesome menu items, sustainable sourcing methods and server the community - then we want you on our team You need 3-5 years of experience in General Management, preferable quick casual. And experience with fresh foods. Great benefits: 32 days paid time off (including 20 days paid vacation, 5 sick ...