Beyond the Burnout: Redefining Health and Happiness in Hospitality with Sean Finter, Founder, Hospitality Leadership Coach, Public Speaker

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Disclaimer: This conversation discusses the topic of suicide. If you or someone you know is experiencing suicidal thoughts or a crisis, please reach out immediately to the Suicide Crisis and Prevention hotline 988 In this episode of Hospitality Bites , host Colleen Silk sits down with Sean Finter , a hospitality leader whose story challenges the way we define success in the industry. From washing dishes at the age of 12 to building a multi-million-dollar restaurant group and founding a respected consulting firm, Sean’s journey is one of drive, resilience, and reinvention. After facing a major health scare, Sean learned the hard truth that leadership without balance isn’t sustainable. He and Colleen delve into the importance of mental health, creating supportive environments, and leading with empathy in a field characterized by constant pressure. Their conversation reframes what it means to “make it” in hospitality - placing health, happiness, and humanity at the center of lasting success. This is a conversation for every hospitality professional and leader ready to move beyond the burnout.

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