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#HospitalityLeaders #CareerTwist #HotelGM #HospetalkPodcast #ImitArora @holidayinnchandigarhzirakp2130
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!

Don’t forget to:
- Subscribe to Hospetalk for more expert hospitality interviews
- Comment your thoughts or questions

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.
#12HourHustle #OwnTheShift #GrindSmartNotHard #BossYourDay #ShiftLikeAPro
Long shifts, short excuses—plan daily, win daily.
Hospetalk got you covered! Listen to this advice from a hospitality leader. #advice #hospitality #hospetalk #vikasmehra
Starting your career in hospitality, worrying what to do?
Welcome to the 22nd podcast of Hospetalk with Vikas Mehra
Podcast for Hoteliers! 

What does it take to become a sales leader in one of the world’s biggest hotel brands?

In this episode, we sit down with Mr Nitin Gohri, the esteemed Director of Sales And Marketing at Courtyard by Marriott, Navi Mumbai of Courtyard by Marriott, Navi Mumbai @CourtyardHotels @courtyardbymarriottnavimumbai 

Nitin is a seasoned hospitality leader with deep expertise in sales, marketing, and business development. His journey with Marriott and other global hospitality brands has shaped him into a mentor and strategist who knows how to combine people skills with numbers-driven results. In this conversation, he not only breaks down technical aspects of sales but also motivates the next generation of hoteliers to think bigger and aim higher.

From building strong client relationships to driving revenue across competitive markets, Nitin shares powerful insights that every hotelier, hospitality professional, and aspiring leader should hear. 

With decades of experience across luxury hotels, global markets, and brand development, he offers a rare, behind-the-scenes perspective on what truly drives sales in the hospitality industry.

What you’ll learn in this episode:
- How Marriott’s sales strategy stays ahead in India’s fast-growing hospitality market
- The importance of emotional intelligence in sales and leadership
- Practical tips for young hoteliers to build a career in sales & marketing
- Real stories of challenges, wins, and lessons from the field

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

🔔 Subscribe to Hospetalk with Vikas Mehra for more inspiring conversations with hospitality leaders.
💬 Drop a comment below and tell us: What’s your biggest takeaway from Nitin Gohri’s journey?
▶️ Don’t stop here—check out our other episodes featuring top hoteliers and hospitality educators.

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Location Courtesy: Courtyard by Marriott, Navi Mumbai

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Chapters
(1:14) – Introduction
(2:34) – Mr. Nitin’s Hospitality Journey
(3:41) – From Jaypee Hotels to Marriott International: Journey of Growth
(4:41) – 10+ Years with Marriott: Why Stay So Long?
(5:17) – A Milestone Achievement at Courtyard by Marriott Navi Mumbai
(6:06) – Building High-Performance Teams Across Diverse Business Verticals
(8:31) – Top Advice for Newcomers Starting in Hotel Sales
(9:41) – Importance of Mentorship in Hospitality: How to Choose the Right Mentor
(11:36) – Why the First 3 Years in Sales Are Crucial
(12:34) – The Shift from Front Office to Sales: Mr. Nitin’s Calling
(14:34) – Managing Long Hours: Balancing Work & Team Motivation
(15:47) – Handling Lean Patches in Sales: Strategies to Keep Business Flowing
(17:21) – How Marriott India Approaches Business Development Differently
(18:35) – Weddings or MICE: Mr. Nitin’s Favorite Business Segment & Why
(20:19) – A Sales Campaign That Left a Lasting Impact
(21:42) – The Role of AI in Hotel Sales & Marketing: Opportunities & Challenges
(23:05) – If Not Hospitality, What Career Path for Mr. Nitin?
(23:46) – Mr. Nitin’s 5-Minute Global Pitch for Marriott
(26:11) – If Hotel Sales Were Cricket Match: Mr. Nitin’s Batting Order
(28:02) – Rapid Fire
(28:46) – How Young Hotel Professionals Can Learn & Connect with Mr. Nitin
(29:16) – Mr. Nitin’s Message for Young Hospitality Professionals
(30:45) – End of Episode

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Secrets of Hospitality Sales Revealed, Mr Nitin Unfiltered | Director S&M Marriott | Hospetalk E22
How do your take care of guest expectations?
Ankita Sarkar ने साबित किया है कि dedication और passion से कोई भी सपना हक़ीक़त बन सकता है। 💪

अगर वो कर सकती हैं, तो आप भी कर सकते हैं!
उनकी inspiring journey सुनने के लिए – Watch the full episode now.

👉 Watch the Full Episode on YouTube https://youtu.be/HrJHcll_9Dg

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Hospitality सिर्फ़ एक career नहीं, ये एक journey है
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