The Dubai Expat Diaries

Recession got you down? Hunting for a job? Then these tips should be just what the doctor ordered. The YoungHotelier.com and Hot Hoteliers team sit down with Craig Cochran and Alex Rawson from Movenpick for a healthy dose of real-world wisdom. 

The first video offers some great advice on hunting for a job during the current economic downturn – some basic pointers that we may tend to forget when times get tough!

Link: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=6nrvrGH-3Ho 
Time: 6 minutes 39 seconds (also watchable in High Definition on YouTube!)

The second video offers some pointers from the experienced duo on what NOT to do during a job interview (and of course, what you SHOULD). Some of the pointers strike quite a humorous note!

Link: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=QQVoIsmLJj4  
Time: 6 minutes 21 seconds (also watchable in High Definition on YouTube!)

You’ll also find some great tips and pointers on using the Internet to find great hospitality jobs in this free download, along with a list of recommended sites and resources:

http://www.hotelemarketer.com/hotel-industry-news/hotel-jobs-a-hoteliers-guide-to-job-hunting-in-the-new-online-world/ 

About the Interviewees: Craig Cochran is Director of Human Resources and Alex Rawson, Director of Learning & Development for Movenpick Hotels & Resorts in Middle East and Asia. Visit www.moevenpick-hotels.com for more details. 

About YoungHotelier.com – A Passion for People: We serve an audience of Hoteliers who are “young” at heart. YoungHotelier.com provides resources that help budding and established hoteliers be the best they can be. Visitwww.younghotelier.com  

About Hot Hoteliers – Because People Connect: This networking group aims to enable hospitality professionals to realize their full potential through a platform of diverse opportunities offered through networking and building relationships. It is simply about harnessing the power of connections. Visit www.hothoteliers.com

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