Keys Bartender

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Todays topic does not involve a bottle of Jurgens Lotion, tissues, and a Playboy magazine. Get your mind out of the gutter its about hand hygiene. --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/james-horan6/message Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/james-horan6/support

Eating in front of customers is a big no-no in the service industry but you still need sustenance to work. Planning how you get those valuable calories are essential in a busy work environment. We see a lot of strange vehicles in the Keys. --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/james-horan6/message Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/james-horan6/support

Small talk is an essential skill for Bartenders. If you are having mental turmoil if it serious seek professional help otherwise be like Switzerland. --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/james-horan6/message Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/james-horan6/support

Being available to work or service can be just as much a blessing as a burden. Jim's chosen occupation has allowed him the opportunity to diversify his activities. --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/james-horan6/message Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/james-horan6/support

When Jim imagines he is immersed in incompetence he reverts to his angry baby attitude. He is called away by his ride share gig momentarily but returns with a story. --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/james-horan6/message Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/james-horan6/support

What could be ass kissing than buttering up to management? Well they have it tough too, so let's can the knee jerk "managers are pains in the ass. Communication goes both ways as does understanding and a little of both goes a long way to making a successful work environment. --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/james-horan6/message Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/james-horan6/support

Bartending has it's perks and draw backs. It is important to keep your and your co-worker's mental health in mind. Jim dreams of hanging out in an African American Barber Shop in retirement. --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/james-horan6/message Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/james-horan6/support

From your appearance to bathroom cleanliness have a little respect for your work. Jim explains why he believes more consideration should be given in child naming. --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/james-horan6/message Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/james-horan6/support

Something anyone should know when working in a tourist destination. The answer to the question "What else is there to do?". --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/james-horan6/message Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/james-horan6/support

We cover the essential clothes for bartenders. Jim's thinks a considerate comment may have hurt someone. --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/james-horan6/message Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/james-horan6/support

Jim begins training at his new employer, Islamorada Beverages. He admits his lack of knowledge about beer. Never be ashamed of ignorance don't let it become a reason to not learn. --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/james-horan6/message Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/james-horan6/support

Jim resigns before his first day of work. --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/james-horan6/message Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/james-horan6/support

Getting a job is a job in itself. How do you find the right job(s)? Why does he want two part-time jobs instead of 1 full-time job? --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/james-horan6/message Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/james-horan6/support

Abby and Jim celebrate the coming of 2024 with dinner and a comedy show. --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/james-horan6/message Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/james-horan6/support

Why do we always seem to view the previous year as a thing to get over? It is truly a poor experience when there is nothing to be learned from it. --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/james-horan6/message Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/james-horan6/support

Its difficult to close when the guest don't want to leave. Here are some strategies. Jim goes over the oft oversimplified "Irish Goodbye". --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/james-horan6/message Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/james-horan6/support

Abby and Jim attend a Jewish Friend's Birthday Party. What could be more Christmasy? Jim explains Christmas traditions to a hypothetical Alien Visitor. --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/james-horan6/message Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/james-horan6/support

How to maintain a good attitude at work. --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/james-horan6/message Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/james-horan6/support

Jim is in the interview groove . He feels as if he is in the zone. Why do we feel the need to put up a front when being interviewed? Just try to be the person you want to be. Assuming that person is helpful, caring, friendly, and a team player. We hear about the faux pas in Jim's past. --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/james-horan6/message Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/james-horan6/support