Rocks & Hard Skills

Although I love the opportunities we have to travel around various European countries, I am happy to have spent the last two weekends exploring more of what Ireland (and Dublin itself) has to offer. This past weekend my friend and I took a tour bus to Cork City and Blarney Castle! Despite knowing some of…

Asking Questions is Always a Good Idea

I am so happy to have another week in Dublin, and another week in my marketing internship, under my belt. This past weekend my friends and I took a trip to Galway and the Cliffs of Moher! It was an absolute blast and my favorite trip I’ve made here so far. After work on Friday…

Don’t Disregard the Basics of Hospitality

Critical Reflection on Skills and Competencies Believe it or not, the hospitality industry is essential for our modern world. This fact is backed by the industry being within the top five largest employers in the United States and the world. Another reason is that so many people rely on this industry to fulfill the basic…

Halfway Through

This past weekend I was able to say goodbye to Dublin for just a few days and spend some time in Galway and the surrounding area. I really didn’t know what to expect but I absolutely loved the weekend we had. The first night we found a pub that had a hidden pizza stand in…

Is It Really Halfway Over?

Hello from Dublin, Ireland! Today is June 27 and it feels like a crisp spring morning at a ripe 62°! I have to admit it’s pretty weird being in a place that doesn’t get much warmer than 65. For my whole life, I’ve been used to wonderful Pennsylvania that is both extremely hot, extremely cold,…

Challenges in the Workplace

This past week I finally got into a bit of a routine with my internship and my time outside the office as well. It felt more normal to get up at a certain time every day and I’m familiar with the neighborhood I’m in and feel more comfortable walking around without navigation. I also found…

It’s Only Embarrassing if You’re Embarrassed.

Good evening from Dublin! This weekend I traveled to London to visit one of my close friends, as well as to see Harry Styles at Wembley Stadium. Seeing one of my favorite artists at one of the most iconic venues in the world was unforgettable and I have so many memories from that day that…

Juggling Reservations

Problem Solving with Incomplete Information Here we are wrapping up week three, or is it already week four? All I know is that the time is flying by, and I hope I am able to grasp what is left. Before we get to the fun part, I am going to take a moment to highlight…