SLO CAL Welcome
Participants engaging in SLO CAL Welcome will improve their service knowledge, learn how to anticipate guest needs, and discover more about the region to ensure guests receive exceptional customer service.
The Heart of Hospitality
Why Tourism Matters
The 10-5 Rule
Situational Awareness
Eye Contact
Positive Language
Don't Be Afraid to Ask
Practice Makes Perfect
Bonus Tip: Minutes Instead of Miles
Knowledge Check: Communication Tools
Emotional Intelligence
Recovering From Mistakes
Be Authentic
The L.V.R Method
Knowledge Check: Elevating Your Customer Service
Introduction to D.E.I.
Biases
Microaggressions
Equity
Diversity
Inclusion
Anti-Racism
Putting it into Practice
Knowledge Check: D.E.I.
You Don’t Need to Be a Sommelier
Sip Like a Pro
Talking the Talk
Perfect Pairing
Behind Every Bottle
Knowledge Check: Wine-O-One
Introduction
Case Study: Couleur de la vie
Case Study: Firestone Walker
Case Study: Hotel SLO
Conclusion
Knowledge Check: Sustainable Tourism