Investing on Culture: Take the long view
Nicole Mattson Nicole Mattson

Investing on Culture: Take the long view

Culture isn’t built in a single weekend. It’s shaped by the choices we make every day: investing in growth, honoring progress, and holding the line when standards aren’t met. Not every departure is easy, but each one reinforces the integrity of our team. The real reward is a culture that lasts, one that makes space for joy while staying rooted in purpose.

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Always Be Building: A Note to Early Career Hospitality Professionals
Nicole Mattson Nicole Mattson

Always Be Building: A Note to Early Career Hospitality Professionals

Even if a role isn’t your dream job, it’s a chance to build identity capital: the skills, reputation, and habits that shape your future. Show up fully, learn with intention, and don’t burn bridges. The hospitality world is small, and how you carry yourself today matters. Ready to grow? A coach can help you get there.

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From Rookie to Leader: Why Daily Habits Are the Real Game Changer
Nicole Mattson Nicole Mattson

From Rookie to Leader: Why Daily Habits Are the Real Game Changer

Even the most capable early-career leaders often fall short because they haven't yet built the systems and habits to support their success. As James Clear notes in Atomic Habits, meaningful change doesn’t come from big breakthroughs. It comes from small, consistent actions.

New managers don’t fail because they lack ambition, they struggle because they lack structure. In this post, I explore how intentional daily habits can turn raw potential into real leadership, and how small, consistent actions can build long-term success.

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