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Introduction: Why become a hotel or restaurant manager? -- ch. 1. Choosing a career as a hotel or restaurant manager -- What do hotel or restaurant managers do? -- What makes a great hotel or restaurant manager? -- Hiring trends and salaries -- The importance of training -- Where do hotel or restaurant managers work? -- Opportunities for advancement -- Certification -- Skills inventory -- ch. 2. Getting the education you need -- Why you need training -- Types of training programs -- Choosing a training program -- Admission requirements -- Making the most of your training program -- ch. 3. Financial aid - discovering the possibilities -- Some myths about financial aid -- Types of financial aid -- Applying for financial aid -- General guidelines for loans -- The most frequently asked questions about financial aid -- Financial aid checklist -- Financial aid acronyms key -- Financial aid terms - clearly defined -- Financial aid resources -- ch. 4. Finding your first job -- What kind of job do you really want? -- Taking a deadline-oriented approach to your job search efforts -- Researching the field -- Finding the jobs available -- Networking -- ch. 4. Job search skills -- Writing your resume -- Writing cover letters -- Interviewing successfully -- Evaluating a job offer -- ch. 6. Succeeding on the job -- Fitting into the workplace culture -- Managing work relationships -- Stress on the job -- Managing your time -- Mentors -- Promoting yourself -- Moving on -- Final thoughts -- appendix A. Professional associations -- appendix B. Additional resources -- appendix C. Directory of accredited schools, national accrediting associations, and financial aid by state -- appendix D. Sample Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA). |
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