This episode takes us straight to the excitement of the IAAPA Expo floor! Christine grabs leaders, creators, operators, and speakers from all over the attractions industry and asks them two powerful questions: 1. What did you say YES to this year that pushed you out of your comfort zone 2. What are you going to say YES to next year From landing big city-wide contracts to quitting corporate jobs, starting podcasts, hiring overlooked talent, moving across states, and even doing art with strangers on the street... this episode is packed with bold moves and contagious courage! 🎙️ Be sure to listen all the way to the end! You’ll hear from our friend, keynote speaker and bestselling author Ryan Minton, the powerhouse behind Uplifted and Thanks for Coming In Today! His message is a reminder that every single one of us impacts others, and that influence is a privilege. 🌟 What You’ll Learn • Why the right YES can rapidly grow your business and your confidence • How saying yes can challenge identity, fear, and comfort zones • Why leadership requires risk, even when the paycheck feels safer • How personal YES choices build momentum for career breakthroughs ✅ Three Action Items to Try This Week • Choose one thing that scares you a little and say YES out loud • Share your 2025 YES with someone who will hold you accountable • Support someone else’s YES by encouraging their big leap Connect with Christine: 📍Website - https://www.thewisepineapple.com/ 📍Linkedin profile - https://www.linkedin.com/in/christine-trippi-56105311 📍Insta link - https://www.instagram.com/the_wise_pineapple/ 📍YouTube Link - https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCU7LZGz1ZsveweIvpCIkrfQ/ 📍Join our FREE Facebook group of hoteliers - https://www.facebook.com/share/g/wDiuSA1RbSGqqtJH/ 📍Join the Crown Society! https://www.thewisepineapple.com/crown

Even the best leaders make mistakes, but what matters most is how we handle them. In this solo episode, we'll explore the tension between empowerment and accountability through a heartfelt story, a practical coaching model, and a fable that will stick with you long after you listen. Discover how true leadership isn’t about always being right, it’s about having the humility to make things right. What You’ll Learn: 🍍 How humility builds stronger trust than perfection ever could 🍍 Why doubling down on mistakes damages team culture 🍍 A practical coaching tool (the ERASE Model) for guiding your team through tough calls 🍍 A self-check to keep your ego in check and your relationships strong Action Items: ✅ Walk through the ERASE Model with your team the next time a mistake happens ✅ Use the self-check questions before defending a decision that might need revisiting ✅ Reflect on whether you’re being the pencil or the eraser today—and which your team needs most Connect with Christine: 📍 Website: thewisepineapple.com 📍 LinkedIn: Christine Trippi 📍 Instagram: @the_wise_pineapple 📍 YouTube: The Wise Pineapple 📍 FREE Facebook Group for Hoteliers: https://www.facebook.com/share/g/wDiuSA1RbSGqqtJH/ 📍 Join the Crown Society: thewisepineapple.com/crown 📍 Erase Model Freebie - https://www.thewisepineapple.com/e63

Christine opens up about something she has never shared publicly until now. This is the story behind the story. The moment that could have stopped Yes Is The Answer before The Wise Pineapple ever existed. The moment she found herself facing an unexpected investigation at work after writing her book, followed by one of the hardest decisions of her career. She didn’t plan to become an entrepreneur. She didn’t plan to leave her company. She didn’t even see it coming. And honestly, she still isn’t totally sure it’s the kind of story you put on air. But she’s sharing it anyway, because it’s real, and because it’s exactly what failing forward looks like in real life. This episode is your invitation to stop self-rejecting, stop waiting for permission, and start choosing the future you want next. Key Takeaways: Why protecting your ego means rejecting your future The Yes Formula for saying the scary yes The science behind the If-Then Strategy and why it boosts follow-through What really happened, and how losing something you love sometimes becomes the doorway to everything you were meant for Christine’s Challenge to You: Write down one fear you're facing right now. Then write your Then, your comeback plan. Your courage is waiting on the other side of that sentence. Download the Free IF/THEN Worksheet → Create your personalized plan for courage under pressure. 👉 https://www.thewisepineapple.com/62 Connect with Christine: 📍Website - https://www.thewisepineapple.com/ 📍Linkedin profile - https://www.linkedin.com/in/christine-trippi-56105311 📍Insta link - https://www.instagram.com/the_wise_pineapple/ 📍YouTube Link - https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCU7LZGz1ZsveweIvpCIkrfQ/ 📍Join our FREE Facebook group of hoteliers - https://www.facebook.com/share/g/wDiuSA1RbSGqqtJH/ 📍Join the Crown Society! https://www.thewisepineapple.com/crown

Some leaders run hotels. Others make them legends. Meet Doug Weatherford, one of only two Duck Masters at the iconic Peabody Hotel in Memphis, where every day he turns history into heart. From managing eight hotel properties to marching ducks down a red carpet, Doug proves that saying yes to your passion can rewrite your story, and maybe even your city’s legacy. In this heartwarming and hilarious episode, Doug shares: The life-changing advice that led him from burnout to purpose. The unbelievable audition that landed him the role of Duck Master. The magic of turning small moments into lifelong memories. How a daily duck march became one of hospitality’s greatest traditions. 🧠 Four Learning Takeaways: Say yes before you’re ready. The biggest doors often open when you least expect it. Burnout is a signal, not a sentence. Pivoting doesn’t mean quitting, it means realigning. Legacy lives in moments. Whether it’s a duck march or a guest smile, small rituals create lasting stories. Hospitality is theater. Every guest interaction is a performance worth giving heart to. ✅ Three Action Items: Identify your “Executive Board”—trusted people who see your strengths even when you can’t. Find one tradition in your work worth turning into magic. Elevate it with purpose and pride. Write your “Yes Statement.” What would you do if you said yes to passion today? Connect with Christine: 📍Website - https://www.thewisepineapple.com/ 📍Linkedin profile - https://www.linkedin.com/in/christine-trippi-56105311 📍Insta link - https://www.instagram.com/the_wise_pineapple/ 📍YouTube Link - https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCU7LZGz1ZsveweIvpCIkrfQ/ 📍Join our FREE Facebook group of hoteliers - https://www.facebook.com/share/g/wDiuSA1RbSGqqtJH/ 📍Join the Crown Society! https://www.thewisepineapple.com/crown Connect with Doug: 📍Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/doug.weatherford.12/ 📍LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/doug-weatherford-50655b14/

Your words are the most powerful tool you own. In this episode, we'll explore how to turn everyday language into extraordinary energy. Increase your mindset, relationships, and your SALES! I'll show you how a few simple word swaps can move your world from meh to magic. What You’ll Learn: ✅How the words you use shape your energy and outcomes ✅Why titles and job descriptions influence how you show up ✅Why “have to” thinking turns you into a coconut, and “get to” makes you a Wise Pineapple! Two Action Items 🎯Upgrade Your Vocabulary: 🎯Pick three phrases you say often and level them up. Rebrand Your Role: Give yourself a fun new title that reflects your purpose, not your position. (Think: “Chief Energy Officer” instead of “General Manager.”) Links & Resources ✨Download the free guide: https://www.thewisepineapple.com/60 🛍️ Shop the new merch: www.twpmerch.com Connect with Christine: 📍Website - https://www.thewisepineapple.com/ 📍Linkedin profile - https://www.linkedin.com/in/christine-trippi-56105311 📍Insta link - https://www.instagram.com/the_wise_pineapple/ 📍YouTube Link - https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCU7LZGz1ZsveweIvpCIkrfQ/ 📍Join our FREE Facebook group of hoteliers - https://www.facebook.com/share/g/wDiuSA1RbSGqqtJH/ 📍Join the Crown Society! https://www.thewisepineapple.com/crown

When Chick-fil-A owner Justin Lindsey rolled out a three-day workweek, it wasn’t just a scheduling shift, it was a complete reimagination of what work could look like in hospitality. In this episode, we'll dive deep with Justin on how listening, experimentation, and bold compassion helped him turn an “impossible” idea into a thriving culture model that’s transforming lives and inspiring leaders across industries. We’ll also get an update on his latest brainchild, Shift Fish! Say goodbye to the chaos of impossible team schedules. With Shift Fish, team members choose the shifts they want to work. You might be thinking “No way!”, but stick around… You just might change that to a resounding “YES!” What You’ll Learn: How to build workplace models that actually fit your people’s lives Why listening beats surveying when you’re trying to innovate The ripple effects of predictable scheduling on morale and performance How “Shift Fish” is challenging old scheduling habits and creating autonomy Action Items: Ask first, don’t assume. Talk directly with your team about what would make their work more livable. Prototype your crazy ideas. Try it small, measure the impact, and adapt. Spot and celebrate success. Use real stories to show your team what innovation looks like. Connect with Christine: 📍Website - https://www.thewisepineapple.com/ 📍Linkedin profile - https://www.linkedin.com/in/christine-trippi-56105311 📍Insta link - https://www.instagram.com/the_wise_pineapple/ 📍YouTube Link - https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCU7LZGz1ZsveweIvpCIkrfQ/ 📍Join our FREE Facebook group of hoteliers - https://www.facebook.com/share/g/wDiuSA1RbSGqqtJH/ 📍Join the Crown Society! https://www.thewisepineapple.com/crown