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It's Personal Stories, A Hospitality Podcast
It's Personal Stories is a podcast series highlighting the inspiring career journeys of prominent leaders in the hospitality industry. The series features over 200 interviews, with new ones added weekly. Each interview presents the unique personal story and insights of C-suite executives, educators, and other industry professionals. Guests share their experiences, including overcoming self-doubt, achieving work-life balance, facing challenges, public speaking, taking risks, networking authentically, developing leadership skills, and more. Through these deeply personal stories, you are encouraged to dream big and confidently pursue your personal and professional goals.
Founded in 2022 by industry veterans David Kong, Dorothy Dowling, Rachel Humphrey, Lan Elliott, and Huilian Duan, It’s Personal Stories has been recognized by the International Hospitality Institute as a top hospitality podcast each year since it launched. To watch or listen now, visit www.ItsPersonalStories.com.
It's Personal Stories, A Hospitality Podcast
DEI Advisors Thanksgiving Message
Thanksgiving is comprised of two words – “Thanks” and “Giving”. At DEI Advisors, we have so much to be thankful for. We are grateful for the opportunities our industry has given us, and the friendship and support we have received from you. We believe in a greater calling in being a leader – a responsibility to “give”. So many remarkable people have given to elevate us in our career journeys. We are inspired by their kindness and generosity to also give and empower others to succeed. As we begin the holidays, we wish you much joy and happiness this holiday season. May the magic of the season remain with you in the new year.
Greetings, I'm David Kong, the founder and principal of DEI Advisors. Thanksgiving is a time for reflection and gratitude. At DEI Advisors, we're grateful to the many industry leaders who have taken the time to be on our show to share their learnings, perspectives, and advice. Their insights are truly beneficial and invaluable. We're also grateful to many of you who have tuned into our show through various podcasts and social media platforms. It's wonderful to see that you've taken the time to enrich and empower yourself. As we begin the holidays, we wish you a season that's filled with fun and laughter. May the magic of the holiday season remain with you throughout the new year. Happy Thanksgiving.