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A little sneak peek of our upcoming podcast with Rahul Ahuja-CHE, Dean of Academic Affairs of the CII Institute of Hospitality. Stay tuned and don’t forget to watch all our episodes.

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🎙️ Little sneak peek of our upcoming podcast! Stay tuned and don’t forget to watch all our episodes
Here’s what Mr. Imit Arora thinks about AI in hospitality — and why the future still needs heart with tech. ❤️

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Robots can check you in… but can they check on you like a true hotelier?
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He manages 200+ rooms daily, but can he manage my rapid fire? Let’s find out! 🎯 #hospetalk
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Promotion level: Unlocked. Responsibility level: Maxed Out. Respect level: Infinite 🙌
Why is internship important in hospitality? Because no textbook can teach you how to handle a full house on a Sunday brunch! 😎

Listen to this masterstroke from Mr. Imit — where real learning begins beyond the classroom. 🎯

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Why is internship important in hospitality?
To all the culinary masters — thank you for adding passion, creativity, and soul to our industry. You make hospitality truly extraordinary.

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Hospitality Culinary Masters!
Welcome to the 23rd podcast of Hospetalk with Vikas Mehra
Podcast for Hoteliers! 

Ever wondered what it takes to become a top hotel manager and lead a successful hospitality team?

In this episode of Hospetalk, we sit down with Mr. Imit Arora, General Manager of Holiday Inn Chandigarh ZKP, to uncover the secrets behind his remarkable 23+ years in the hospitality industry. 

From starting as a management trainee at The Leela to leading luxury properties under Taj Hotels, The Lalit, and IHG Hotels & Resorts, Imit shares valuable lessons, challenges, and strategies that every aspiring hospitality professional can learn from.

Throughout this conversation, Imit talks about how to build a successful hotel career, the importance of hospitality leadership, and practical tips for hotel operations management, team motivation, and guest experience excellence. 

Whether you’re a hotel management student, a budding hotelier, or someone curious about luxury hotel operations, this episode is packed with hospitality career tips and real-world advice you won’t want to miss.

With a career spanning Taj Hotels, The Leela, The Lalit, and IHG Hotels & Resorts, Imit Arora has mastered luxury hotel management. He shares personal stories from his journey, including managing large hotel teams, adapting to different hotel brands, and evolving with the hospitality industry trends in India. His practical approach to leadership, team development, and operational excellence makes this conversation a must-watch for hospitality professionals.

Key Takeaways:
- How Mr. Imit began his career in operations and climbed the ladder to become a GM
- Proven strategies to excel in hotel management careers
- Leadership lessons from one of India’s top hotel general managers
- Tips to grow your hospitality career faster
- Practical advice for hotel management students, young professionals, and aspiring leaders

If you’re serious about hotel management or just curious about life behind the scenes at luxury hotels, this episode is for you!

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Don't miss this inspiring conversation with a true industry leader.
Join us as Mr. Imit Arora shares his remarkable journey, valuable insights, and expertise, providing a fresh perspective on the hospitality industry.

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Location Courtesy: Holiday Inn Chandigarh ZKP, IHG Hotels & Resorts

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Chapters
(2:32) – Introduction
(4:21) – Mr. Imit Hospitality Journey
(5:35) – Staying Loyal to Brands: What Motivated You?
(7:19) – Biggest Turning Point in 23+ Years of Career
(8:04) – How IHG’s Culture Differs from Lalit, Taj & Leela
(8:42) – Proudest Achievement as a General Manager
(9:52) – Balancing Guest Happiness with Smooth Operations
(10:30) – Keeping the Team Motivated During Tough Times
(11:46) – Staff Well-being: Tackling Long Working Hours
(12:46) – AI & Technology: Boon or Challenge for Hospitality?
(13:29) – Advice to Students: The Reality Behind the Glamour
(14:29) – One Skill Every Hotel Graduate Should Have
(15:14) – Advice to Your Younger Self as a Management Trainee
(16:45) – Common Mistakes Young Hoteliers Make Early in Career
(17:40) – How Fresh Graduates Can Stand Out in Interviews
(18:23) – What Matters More: Attitude or Skills?
(18:51) – First Year as a Management Trainee: Challenges & Learnings
(19:54) – Why Internships Matter in Hospitality
(20:48) – Funniest Guest Request
(21:44) – If Not Hospitality, What Career Would You Choose?
(22:00) – Breaking a Common Hospitality Myth
(24:32) – Dream Dinner with a Hospitality Leader
(25:23) – Rapid Fire
(27:32) – Message to Newcomers, Hospitality Professionals & General Managers
(28:31) – End of Episode

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Secrets of Hotel Success ft. Imit Arora, GM Holiday Inn Chandigarh ZKP | Hospetalk | Episode 23
Long shifts, short excuses—plan daily, win daily.
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Long shifts, short excuses—plan daily, win daily.
Hospetalk got you covered! Listen to this advice from a hospitality leader. #advice #hospitality #hospetalk #vikasmehra
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