The Yes Show!

Christine Trippi

Welcome to The YES Show, where Christine Trippi, founder of The Wise Pineapple and author of Yes Is the Answer, explores the power of saying YES to opportunities in life and leadership. Each episode brings you inspiration, fun, and Sweet Hospitality, featuring insightful interviews with leaders and practical tips for making hotel leadership easy. Tune in every Monday for stories of life-changing YESes and actionable strategies to lead with ease. Let’s change the world together, one YES at a time!

  1. 1d ago

    E100 - 10 Powerful Questions, 10 Extraordinary Leaders, Infinite Lessons

    What if one great question could change the way you lead, communicate, serve, or even live? In this special episode of The YES! Show, I'll take my One Question Cards to the National Speakers Association Influence Conference, where I sit down with some of the world's top keynote speakers, leadership experts, and customer experience legends. Jeannie Walters, Bonnie Davis, Alison Jones, Mike Domitrz, Tim Eggebraaten, Sarita Maybin, Rheid Schloss, and Brock Painter. We’re also joined by Shep Hyken, customer experience guru, Hall of Fame speaker, and New York Times bestselling author, and the legendary Patricia Fripp, Hall of Fame keynote speaker, three-time award-winning speechwriter, and one of the most respected presentation coaches in the business. What You'll Learn: 🎯Why one meaningful question can unlock powerful conversations and unexpected opportunities. 🎯How mistakes, setbacks, and difficult seasons can become turning points for growth. 🎯Why authentic relationships remain your greatest professional asset. 🎯How curiosity, communication, and continuous learning separate extraordinary leaders from average ones. Action Items: ✅Ask one deeper question during your next conversation instead of making assumptions. ✅Choose one idea from this episode and intentionally put it into practice this week. ✅Reach out to one person in your network and strengthen a relationship before you need it. Connect with Christine: 📍Website - https://www.thewisepineapple.com/ 📍LinkedIn - https://www.linkedin.com/in/christine-trippi-56105311 📍Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/the_wise_pineapple/ 📍YouTube - 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

  2. 1d ago

    E100 - 10 Powerful Questions, 10 Extraordinary Leaders, Infinite Lessons

    What if one great question could change the way you lead, communicate, serve, or even live? In this special episode of The YES! Show, I'll take my One Question Cards to the National Speakers Association Influence Conference, where I sit down with some of the world's top keynote speakers, leadership experts, and customer experience legends. Jeannie Walters, Bonnie Davis, Alison Jones, Mike Domitrz, Tim Eggebraaten, Sarita Maybin, Rheid Schloss, and Brock Painter. We’re also joined by Shep Hyken, customer experience guru, Hall of Fame speaker, and New York Times bestselling author, and the legendary Patricia Fripp, Hall of Fame keynote speaker, three-time award-winning speechwriter, and one of the most respected presentation coaches in the business. What You'll Learn: 🎯Why one meaningful question can unlock powerful conversations and unexpected opportunities. 🎯How mistakes, setbacks, and difficult seasons can become turning points for growth. 🎯Why authentic relationships remain your greatest professional asset. 🎯How curiosity, communication, and continuous learning separate extraordinary leaders from average ones. Action Items: ✅Ask one deeper question during your next conversation instead of making assumptions. ✅Choose one idea from this episode and intentionally put it into practice this week. ✅Reach out to one person in your network and strengthen a relationship before you need it. Connect with Christine: 📍Website - https://www.thewisepineapple.com/ 📍LinkedIn - https://www.linkedin.com/in/christine-trippi-56105311 📍Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/the_wise_pineapple/ 📍YouTube - 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

  3. Jul 27

    E99 The Hidden Hotel Mistakes Costing You Guests with Lonny Wolfe

    Cleanliness isn't just about appearances. It's one of the biggest drivers of guest satisfaction, online reviews, and long-term profitability. In this episode of The YES! Show, We'll sit down with nationally recognized hospitality expert Lonny Wolfe, whose decades of experience have helped hotels raise operational standards and create unforgettable guest experiences. From overlooked maintenance issues and housekeeping habits to the hidden dangers lurking inside hotel shower heads, Lonny reveals why "good enough" is never enough. You'll discover how small operational details influence guest perception, online reviews, repeat business, and even guest safety. What You'll Learn: ✅ Why cleanliness is one of the strongest drivers of guest loyalty and online reviews. ✅ The hidden maintenance and housekeeping mistakes that silently damage guest satisfaction. ✅ How preventative maintenance saves money while improving the guest experience. ✅ Why an innovative new shower head could transform hotel cleanliness and health standards. Action Items: ✔ Walk through your property as if you're checking in as a first-time guest. ✔ Review preventative maintenance schedules for guest rooms, HVAC systems, carpets, upholstery, and bathrooms. ✔ Challenge your team to eliminate "good enough" and create a culture where every detail reflects excellence. Connect with Lonny:📍LinkedIn - https://www.linkedin.com/in/lonny-wolfe-8267b767/ Connect with Christine 📍Website - https://www.thewisepineapple.com/ 📍LinkedIn - https://www.linkedin.com/in/christine-trippi-56105311 📍Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/the_wise_pineapple/ 📍YouTube - https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCU7LZGz1ZsveweIvpCIkrfQ/ 📍Join our FREE Facebook Group - https://www.facebook.com/share/g/wDiuSA1RbSGqqtJH/ 📍Join the Crown Society - https://www.thewisepineapple.com/crown

  4. Jul 27

    E99 The Hidden Hotel Mistakes Costing You Guests with Lonny Wolfe

    Cleanliness isn't just about appearances. It's one of the biggest drivers of guest satisfaction, online reviews, and long-term profitability. In this episode of The YES! Show, We'll sit down with nationally recognized hospitality expert Lonny Wolfe, whose decades of experience have helped hotels raise operational standards and create unforgettable guest experiences. From overlooked maintenance issues and housekeeping habits to the hidden dangers lurking inside hotel shower heads, Lonny reveals why "good enough" is never enough. You'll discover how small operational details influence guest perception, online reviews, repeat business, and even guest safety. What You'll Learn: ✅ Why cleanliness is one of the strongest drivers of guest loyalty and online reviews. ✅ The hidden maintenance and housekeeping mistakes that silently damage guest satisfaction. ✅ How preventative maintenance saves money while improving the guest experience. ✅ Why an innovative new shower head could transform hotel cleanliness and health standards. Action Items: ✔ Walk through your property as if you're checking in as a first-time guest. ✔ Review preventative maintenance schedules for guest rooms, HVAC systems, carpets, upholstery, and bathrooms. ✔ Challenge your team to eliminate "good enough" and create a culture where every detail reflects excellence. Connect with Lonny:📍LinkedIn - https://www.linkedin.com/in/lonny-wolfe-8267b767/ Connect with Christine: 📍Website - https://www.thewisepineapple.com/ 📍LinkedIn - https://www.linkedin.com/in/christine-trippi-56105311 📍Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/the_wise_pineapple/ 📍YouTube - https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCU7LZGz1ZsveweIvpCIkrfQ/ 📍Join our FREE Facebook Group - https://www.facebook.com/share/g/wDiuSA1RbSGqqtJH/ 📍Join the Crown Society - https://www.thewisepineapple.com/crown

  5. Jul 20

    E98 Say YES to Extraordinary!

    What separates an ordinary experience from an unforgettable one? It isn't perfection, expensive upgrades, or grand gestures. In this episode of The YES Show, Christine shares why extraordinary service is only about being 10% better than average, consistently. Through inspiring stories from Snowmass Country Club, lessons from hospitality legends, and practical YES Framework examples, you'll discover how making friends first, pausing before saying no, and looking for the "next YES" can transform guest experiences, team culture, and even your personal relationships. What You'll Learn: 🍍 Why being extraordinary is simply adding your consistent 10% extra.🍍 How making friends first creates memorable experiences and stronger relationships.🍍 Why pausing before responding helps eliminate anxiety and unlock creativity.🍍 How to find the "next YES" instead of ending conversations with "No."Action Items:✅ Identify one opportunity this week to add your extra 10%. ✅ Practice making friends first before solving the problem. ✅ Replace one "No, unfortunately..." with "Here's what I CAN do." Connect with Christine: 📍Website - ⁠https://www.thewisepineapple.com/⁠ 📍LinkedIn Profile - ⁠https://www.linkedin.com/in/christine-trippi-56105311⁠ 📍Instagram - ⁠https://www.instagram.com/the_wise_pineapple/⁠ 📍YouTube - ⁠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

  6. Jul 20

    E98 Say YES to Extraordinary!

    What separates an ordinary experience from an unforgettable one? It isn't perfection, expensive upgrades, or grand gestures. In this episode of The YES Show, Christine shares why extraordinary service is only about being 10% better than average, consistently. Through inspiring stories from Snowmass Country Club, lessons from hospitality legends, and practical YES Framework examples, you'll discover how making friends first, pausing before saying no, and looking for the "next YES" can transform guest experiences, team culture, and even your personal relationships. What You'll Learn: 🍍 Why being extraordinary is simply adding your consistent 10% extra.🍍 How making friends first creates memorable experiences and stronger relationships.🍍 Why pausing before responding helps eliminate anxiety and unlock creativity.🍍 How to find the "next YES" instead of ending conversations with "No." Action Items:✅ Identify one opportunity this week to add your extra 10%. ✅ Practice making friends first before solving the problem. ✅ Replace one "No, unfortunately..." with "Here's what I CAN do." Connect with Christine: 📍Website - https://www.thewisepineapple.com/ 📍LinkedIn Profile - https://www.linkedin.com/in/christine-trippi-56105311 📍Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/the_wise_pineapple/ 📍YouTube - 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

  7. Jul 13

    E97 The Future of Hospitality Investing with Gary Brandeis

    What if owning a hotel wasn't just for millionaires? In this eye-opening episode of The YES Show, Christine Trippi sits down with Gary Brandeis, Founder & CEO of Scholar Hotels, to explore how he's transforming the hospitality industry by making hotel ownership accessible to everyday investors. Gary shares his unexpected journey from CPA and real estate investor to hospitality entrepreneur, revealing how one "accidental" hotel purchase during the 2008 financial crisis became the foundation of a thriving hospitality company specializing in university communities. In This Episode You'll Learn: • Why university hotels outperform many traditional hospitality markets • How Scholar Hotels is making hotel ownership available to everyday investors • Why the best hospitality leaders build people first and profits second • How creating emotional connections with guests becomes your greatest competitive advantage 3 Action Items: ✅ Think about where you've accidentally discovered your greatest opportunity. Sometimes your biggest YES begins with an unexpected detour. ✅ Ask yourself if you're truly building a business or simply managing one. Focus on creating value through people, culture, and guest experience. ✅ Find one area where you can involve your frontline team earlier in important decisions. Great ideas often come from those closest to the guest. Connect with Gary 📍LinkedIn - https://www.linkedin.com/in/garybrandeis/ 📍Scholar Hotels Investment information - https://www.scholarhh.com/ 📍Scholar Hotels - https://scholarhotels.com/ 📍Scholar Hotels Profile - https://scholarhotels.com/scholar-hotels/executive-team/#gary Connect with Christine: 📍Website - https://www.thewisepineapple.com/ 📍LinkedIn - https://www.linkedin.com/in/christine-trippi-56105311 📍Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/the_wise_pineapple/ 📍YouTube - 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

  8. Jul 13

    E97 The Future of Hospitality Investing with Gary Brandeis

    What if owning a hotel wasn't just for millionaires? In this eye-opening episode of The YES Show, Christine Trippi sits down with Gary Brandeis, Founder & CEO of Scholar Hotels, to explore how he's transforming the hospitality industry by making hotel ownership accessible to everyday investors. Gary shares his unexpected journey from CPA and real estate investor to hospitality entrepreneur, revealing how one "accidental" hotel purchase during the 2008 financial crisis became the foundation of a thriving hospitality company specializing in university communities. In This Episode You'll Learn: • Why university hotels outperform many traditional hospitality markets • How Scholar Hotels is making hotel ownership available to everyday investors • Why the best hospitality leaders build people first and profits second • How creating emotional connections with guests becomes your greatest competitive advantage 3 Action Items: ✅ Think about where you've accidentally discovered your greatest opportunity. Sometimes your biggest YES begins with an unexpected detour. ✅ Ask yourself if you're truly building a business or simply managing one. Focus on creating value through people, culture, and guest experience. ✅ Find one area where you can involve your frontline team earlier in important decisions. Great ideas often come from those closest to the guest. Connect with Gary 📍LinkedIn - ⁠https://www.linkedin.com/in/garybrandeis/⁠ 📍Scholar Hotels Investment information - ⁠https://www.scholarhh.com/⁠ 📍Scholar Hotels - ⁠https://scholarhotels.com/⁠ 📍Scholar Hotels Profile - ⁠https://scholarhotels.com/scholar-hotels/executive-team/#gary⁠ Connect with Christine: 📍Website - ⁠https://www.thewisepineapple.com/⁠ 📍LinkedIn - ⁠https://www.linkedin.com/in/christine-trippi-56105311⁠ 📍Instagram - ⁠https://www.instagram.com/the_wise_pineapple/⁠ 📍YouTube - ⁠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

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Welcome to The YES Show, where Christine Trippi, founder of The Wise Pineapple and author of Yes Is the Answer, explores the power of saying YES to opportunities in life and leadership. Each episode brings you inspiration, fun, and Sweet Hospitality, featuring insightful interviews with leaders and practical tips for making hotel leadership easy. Tune in every Monday for stories of life-changing YESes and actionable strategies to lead with ease. Let’s change the world together, one YES at a time!