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June 1, 2024

How I Stay Energized & Motivated As A Hospitality Leader - Sloan Dean, Remington Hospitality

How I Stay Energized & Motivated As A Hospitality Leader - Sloan Dean, Remington Hospitality

In this episode, Sloan Dean, CEO of Remington Hospitality, joins us to share his insights on staying energized and motivated as a leader. Sloan discusses the importance of self-care and how it impacts leadership effectiveness in hospitality.

Listen now to learn about:

  • Self-Care for Leaders: Learn why you can't give what you don't have and how taking care of yourself is crucial for taking care of your team and guests.
  • Personality Insights: Discover how Sloan's ENTJ personality type and being a double extrovert help him thrive in his role.
  • Balancing Personal and Professional Life: Hear about Sloan's personal life setup, including shared custody of his kids and a supportive spouse, which allows him to manage his demanding job.
  • Healthspan Focus: Understand the concept of healthspan and how Sloan incorporates practices like sleep tracking, regular workouts, and contrast therapy to maintain his energy levels.
  • Stress Management: Gain insights into how Sloan manages stress by being internally driven and not comparing himself to others.
  • Criticism and Feedback: Learn why it's important to consider the source of criticism and focus on being better than you were yesterday.

Whether you're a CEO or a bellman, this episode offers valuable lessons on self-care, leadership, and personal growth. 

 

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Sloan Dean

CEO, Remington Hospitality

Sloan Dean joined Remington in 2018 and was with Ashford for the 5 years prior; most recently as SVP of Underwriting and Revenue Optimization. Prior to Ashford, Sloan held several senior positions with Interstate Hotels, Alliance Hospitality, Noble Investment Group, IHG and Oliver Wyman.

Prior to Remington & Ashford, Sloan held Vice President of Business Development & Acquisitions, Vice President of Sales & Marketing, Senior Vice President of Revenue & Market Strategy, Corporate Director of Revenue Management, Regional Revenue Manager and Analyst positions with Interstate Hotels, Alliance Hospitality, Noble Investment Group, IHG & Oliver Wyman.