Here Are The Measures CA Hotels Are Taking To Reopen Safely
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Going to a hotel in California will look completely different than it did before the global pandemic hit in early 2020.
David Bowman, board member of the California Lodging Industry Association, said there will most likely be self-parking instead of valet, automated doors instead of doormen, bottles of hand sanitizer on countertops, spaced out furniture in the lobby, a grab-and-go breakfast instead of a continental one, and employees with masks, gloves, and maybe even protective eyewear. As far as the room, Bowman said everything will be single-use.
“It's going to be different, but you're going to see a very happy staff,” he said. “So many people are going to be happy to be back to work because 70 percent of the people in our business have been out of work ever since [the novel coronavirus] hit.”
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"Ask the Experts" Conference Call
Friday July 10, 2020 at 1pm
Learn How to Get Your Free 15 Day Supply of PPE for staff
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5 Insurance Tips for Covid-19
Presented by Nick Campo, Leavitt Pacific Insurance Brokers
1. You should have received a credit from your carrier for premium on all lines of coverage for March, April, and May installments. If you haven’t seen this reflected on your invoice feel free to call me directly and I will help you.
2. If you paid employees through the PPP program, make sure to document that payroll separately. You will be charged a lower rate on your Workers’ Compensation policy for employees that were paid but not working.
3. Protect your business and employees by implementing a COVID-19 task force at your property and implement safety training for all employees. Leavitt Group is offering free safety resources to CLIA members.
4. Shop your insurance early this year. It’s recommended to start 90 days prior to the renewal date. The market for hotel insurance is tightening and premiums are rising. Consult with a broker that knows your industry.
5. EPLI claims are rising due to Covid-19. Leavitt Group will review your current policy and make sure your coverage is adequate to protect your property. If you don’t currently have coverage, we can get you a quote.
Nick Campo can assist you with your insurance needs and questions at
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How to Collaborate Effectively If Your Team Is Remote
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Remote communication isn’t always easy. Do you recognize yourself in any of these examples?
At 10 p.m., a corporate lawyer gets a text from a colleague and wonders (not for the first time) if there’s a protocol about work-related texts after a certain hour.
After a long and liquid client dinner, an advertising executive opens an email from his boss reminding him to submit his expenses on time. Annoyed by this micromanagement, he immediately responds with his uncensored thoughts.
On the weekly team conference call, a remote team member is confused about whether her colleague is really “on mute” when she delays a response to a question or if she’s just not paying attention and is using this as an excuse.
When it’s possible to be set off by a phone’s mute button, it’s safe to say that we’re living in challenging times.
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Safely Making California Marketplace
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The State of California has partnered with the California Manufacturers & Technology Association to launch the
“Safely Making California” marketplace
, which provides a directory of California non-medical grade PPE, such as face masks, face shields, gowns, gloves, sanitizer and wipes. A
press release
announcing the marketplace notes that it will continue to be built out and improved over the next few weeks.
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How You Can Help Keep California Open
Provide COVID-19 Safety Signage
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Social Distancing Floor Decals
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CLIA members receive an additional discount - contact info@clia.org for information.
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Vacation Policy Factors to Consider During COVID-19 Pandemic
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A consequence of the prolonged shelter-in-place and stay-at-home orders issued as a result of the COVID-19 pandemic is dramatically reduced travel. As a result, during this time many employees are not taking earned vacation time and may not do so for months resulting in the following question from employers: Can we change our vacation policies as a result of the employees not using their time?
This is a tricky question. Generally, however, employers do have control over their vacation policies subject to certain rules. Below are some common ways in which an employer may address its vacation policies while staying within compliance.
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Hotel Salespeople - Use Video Email For Personalized,
Narrated, Virtual Hotel Tours
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As those who read my hotel sales training articles or who attend my workshops know well, I am a huge advocate for using a 'tech for touch' approach to stand out from the competition.
I have long recommended that hotel group and event salespeople embrace the use of personalized video email in many ways, such as networking, prospecting, responding to inbound inquiries, and following-up with those you have spoken with.
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