Hospitality: pluses & minuses

Hospitality calls for a lot of creativity, and personal touch but at the same time it demands long working hours, which can hurt your social life. Read on.

Hospitality calls for a lot of creativity, and personal touch. Job satisfaction is very high.

There is no limit to what you can earn if the business is yours.

It is a varied career, and even with lots of experience, there is always something new to learn.

There is lots of potential for working abroad and travelling to gain exposure.

Competition is fierce, with new bars, restaurants and hotels opening every week. So constant improvisation is the key.

The industry demands long working hours, which can hurt your social life.

You can’t survive without a passion for the job and teamwork.

Despite its glamourous appearance, it is physically very demanding.