In this powerful solo episode, Christine drops a truth bomb that might just save your sanity: The problem isn’t that you’re not working hard enough—it’s that you’re working too hard… on the wrong things. If you're feeling overwhelmed by ideas but stuck in place, this episode will help you shift from spinning your wheels to making Sweet Results happen. Christine shares how to escape the "Idea Fairy Whirlwind" and the key role strategy, support, and community play in moving from distraction to execution. Plus, she gives an inside peek into the Crown Society Insider’s Club—a membership built for hospitality leaders ready to lead with clarity, confidence, and results. 🗝️ What You’ll Learn: Why working harder isn’t always the answer—and what to do instead How "Ideas without strategy are distraction" (and how to break the cycle) The real reason you’re feeling stuck or burnt out The science behind accountability and goal achievement Christine’s own transformation after joining a similar community What’s inside the Crown Society and how it can transform your leadership 🥥 Crown Society Insider's Club Highlights: Week 1: I AM Empowered Goal Setting – Start strong with a guided planning session Week 2: Live Masterclass – Real-world strategies in leadership, service, and more Week 3: Club Lounge Q&A – Get answers and personalized support Week 4: Block & Shine – Focused co-working for real momentum PLUS: 🎓 Vault of trainings (like Rockin’ Renovations) 🍍 Huddle activity library ✨ Weekly Monday Morning Huddle motivation 💬 A supportive community of like-minded leaders 🎁 Sweet Bonuses (for Quarterly & Annual members): 🎉 FREE ticket to Sweet Sixty Hospitality Conference ($297 value) 👯 Bring a teammate FREE 🕵️ Medallia or Leadership Deep Dive session 💰 Membership Options: You're Invited to the Crown Society: www.thewisepineapple.com/crown Promo Code: swim 💎 Annual – $997 🌟 Quarterly – $291 (most popular!) 🎯 Monthly – $112 Use promo code swim to save $53 and try it for just $59! No contracts. Cancel anytime. 📆 Doors Close: May 15th Schedule a quick call with Christine to see if it’s the right fit—https://calendly.com/christine-twp/crown-society-quick-15-minute-info-chat 📝 Coming Up Next: Christine will share her 5 Keys to Sweet Results—the exact five-step strategy she’s used to reach her biggest goals. Don’t miss this game-changing framework in the next solo episode! 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/ 📍2/10/25 - 2/21 Doors are open! Join the Crown Society! https://www.thewisepineapple.com/crown

Summer is almost here—and with it comes weddings, sports groups, reunions, and... high expectations! In this episode, Christine Trippi gives Yes Show listeners three BONUS swim lessons to help you and your team stay afloat during the seasonal surge. From analyzing guest feedback to injecting fun and leveraging TikTok, these powerful strategies will keep your scores soaring and your team energized. Plus, learn how to join the Sweet Summer Scores Masterclass and access more tools through the Crown Society. Links Mentioned: 👉 Join the Sweet Summer Scores Masterclass (Donate-What-You-Can): https://www.thewisepineapple.com/swimlessons2025 ✅ 3 Action Items ✅Schedule a Guest Survey Deep Dive to identify root causes of service score dips and create proactive fixes. ✅Plan 1–2 low-cost, high-value guest delights (e.g., popsicles at the pool, welcome crafts, lobby snack bars). ✅Assign or outsource a TikTok content creator to attract talent by showcasing your team and culture. 📚 Learning Bullets 📚Guest service declines often stem from overlooked patterns, like weekend-only issues—look deeper. 📚Adding value-based fun during high-demand periods offsets rate hikes and delights guests. 📚TikTok is not just for teens—it's a recruiting powerhouse, especially when passion and position align. 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/ 📍2/10/25 - 2/21 Doors are open! Join the Crown Society! https://www.thewisepineapple.com/crown

🎙️ YES… Leadership, Comedy, Autism, and How to Rock TikTok in Your 50s Guest: Karen Mayor Cunningham | Advocate, Comedian, Special Education Boss What do autism, stand-up comedy, hotel leadership, and TikTok success all have in common? This week’s YES Show guest, Karen Mayor Cunningham, ties it all together with heart, humor, and a whole lot of YES energy. After receiving a crushing diagnosis about her son, Karen made a decision that changed everything—one that launched a new mission, ignited a million-follower movement, and brought laughter into the most unexpected places. In this episode, you'll hear: - The shocking words that changed Karen’s life—and the powerful “YES” that followed - How comedy became a tool for advocacy, healing, and leadership - Her secrets to going viral and building a movement from your living room - How hotel leaders can use compassion, clarity, and comedy to connect with teams and guests - Why being real beats being perfect—on stage, on social, and in leadership 💡 Three Takeaways You’ll Love: 1. Advocacy isn’t just for parents. Every great leader is an advocate—especially in hospitality. 2. Your truth is your power. The most viral content? It’s raw, real, and ridiculously relatable. 3. You’re never too old, too busy, or too late. Whether you’re 25 or 55, you can still rock TikTok and the mic. 🤣Dry Bar Comedy Show with Karen Cunningham: https://youtu.be/d2hsdPiysJs Connect with Karen: LinkedIn Profile - https://www.linkedin.com/in/karen-mayer-cunningham-10888127/ Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/specialeducationboss/?hl=en 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/ 📍2/10/25 - 2/21 Doors are open! Join the Crown Society! https://www.thewisepineapple.com/crown Like and subscribe to never miss a Juicy episode!

Show Notes: Before GPS and smartphones, we learned by doing, by observing, and by living in the moment. But in today’s world, are we outsourcing too much of our thinking to automation and AI? In this episode, Christine Trippi explores what she’s coined the Blue Line Brain—a mindset of blindly following directions without understanding the "why." From childhood car rides to today's overreliance on ChatGPT, she shares a vulnerable and insightful journey toward reclaiming critical thinking, creativity, and confidence. LEARNING BULLETS 🎯What “Blue Line Brain” means—and why it's a danger to creativity and leadership 🎯How GPS, AI, and automation have shaped (and sometimes dulled) our awareness 🎯The difference between using AI strategically vs. dependently 🎯A practical breakdown of the WISE teaching method 🎯Why teaching a task is the fastest way to mastery THREE ACTION ITEMS ✅Audit Your Autopilot: Pick one task you do mindlessly and break it down—do you understand the what, why, and how? ✅Start Creating First: Next time you use AI, write your version first—then enhance. Don't skip your original voice. ✅Teach to Learn: Share your knowledge with someone else to deepen your own understanding. 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/

"Failure isn’t final—it's the remix before the hit single." In this high-energy episode, Christine Trippi welcomes the dynamic Amani Roberts—DJ, professor, bestselling author, and former hospitality executive—who shares how saying YES to creativity led him from the front desk to the DJ booth, and beyond. Amani Roberts is a professor, DJ, podcast host, USA Today bestselling author, and former Marriott executive who inspires professionals to rediscover their creative spark. Whether through music, storytelling, or strategy, Amani helps people and organizations level up—one YES at a time. 🔑 Bullet Learning Points: C.O.P.P.E.R.S. Framework: Creativity, Collaboration, Persistence, Practice, Embracing failure, Reinvention, Staying curious. How saying “YES” changed Amani’s life trajectory. Why R&B and storytelling build unforgettable guest experiences. The power of tiny wins in overcoming failure and building momentum. ow to create memorable client follow-ups (think posters & personalized videos!). Tips for hospitality sales leaders to stand out and close deals. Turning a grad school thesis into a USA Today bestselling book! ✅ Three Action Items: Identify one big goal and write down three tiny steps you’ll take this week to get closer. Take a creative risk—big or small—in your career or business this week. Start using a habit tracker to build consistency and celebrate wins (link in show notes). Get your Habit Tracker: https://www.thewisepineapple.com/032 Connect with Amani 📍Amani's Website: https://www.amaniexperience.com/ 📍Get the Book: A quiet Storm: https://www.amazon.com/Quiet-Storm-Historical-Cultural-Analysis/dp/1734346620/ 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/ 📍2/10/25 - 2/21 Doors are open! Join the Crown Society! https://www.thewisepineapple.com/crown

Welcome back, Wise Pineapples! In this episode of The Yes Show, we're talking about something that makes life exciting—being CRAZY! But not the kind of crazy that makes you lose your mind. We’re talking about stepping outside your comfort zone and choosing courage over comfort. Join Christine Trippi as she shares how embracing the "crazy" moments in life rewires your brain, boosts happiness, and leads to incredible experiences. She’ll walk you through three steps to build courage, spill the pineapple tea about "hilarious" personal story about when crazy didn’t work out, and challenge you to take a bold step this week. -What You’ll Learn in This Episode: -Why stepping out of your comfort zone makes you happier and more successful. -The science behind courage and how it strengthens your brain. -Three simple steps to say YES to your next big adventure. -How to bounce back when things don’t go as planned (yes, even a Botox disaster!). -Why you must choose between courage and comfort—you can’t have both! Three Action Items -Name Your Crazy – Write down one thing that feels just outside your comfort zone. -Visualize Success – Imagine how you’ll feel once you’ve accomplished it. Share it with someone! -Take the First Step – Do one tiny thing today that moves you closer to your crazy goal. Links & Resources Brené Brown’s TED Talk on Vulnerability 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/ 📍2/10/25 - 2/21 Doors are open! Join the Crown Society! https://www.thewisepineapple.com/crown 👉 Don’t forget to review, like, and subscribe! Your yes helps us keep the juicy goodness coming!