7 Ways You Can Interrupt the Space You Occupy

Hospitality is about making people feel seen, valued, and welcomed — without expecting anything in return. In one sentence: Hospitality is the intentional act of creating space where others feel they belong.

Hospitality is about making people feel seen, valued, and welcomed — without expecting anything in return.

In one sentence: Hospitality is the intentional act of creating space where others feel they belong.

Want to give it a try? Here are 7 Ways to Inhabit the Space You Occupy

  1. Value everyone you meet — The next time you’re at a restaurant, ask your server’s name and use it throughout your visit. It costs nothing, but it means everything.
  2. Build real relationships — Get to know the staff at the places you frequent. Remember their names. Let them know they’re more than just part of a transaction.
  3. Treat everyone the same — Hold the door for as many people as you can. No exceptions based on who someone is or where they’re going.
  4. Go out of your way — Choose the longer checkout line on purpose. Use that extra time to connect with the person in front of or behind you.
  5. Mentor others in hospitality — Model what it looks like. People catch what you do far more than what you say.
  6. Let people leave happy — When tension rises, a gentle response can defuse almost anything. Choose kindness over being right.
  7. Be positive and proactive — Start conversations with one simple question: “How are you doing today?” You may be the only person who asked.

The challenge: Start right now practicing hospitality in easy and simple ways.

Ask yourself: how can I make the space I occupy fun and light and easy wherever I am .

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Hospitality isn’t a feeling — it’s a practice. Now go practice it.