The balancing act of hospitality with Finn Vedelsby

As we joyfully celebrate the spirit of Christmas on our final episode, we extend our heartfelt appreciation to all those tirelessly working during the festive season, especially our heroes in emergency services and the dedicated individuals in the hospitality industry. In this special holiday edition, we had the privilege of diving into a passionate conversation with Finn Vedelsby – Managing Director at The Dispensary Bendigo, an industry leader with a wealth of experience in hospitality. Finn's insights shed light on the unique challenges faced by those who dedicate their holidays to serving others, highlighting both the incredible dedication and the occasional moments of loneliness encountered when separated from family during festive times.Starting from his beginnings under the mentorship of Luigi Bazzani in Bendigo to serving celebrities in Byron Bay, Finn generously shared his journey through the realm of hospitality. Our conversation delves into the significance of kindness within the industry, emphasising how it truly forms the backbone of exceptional service. We also explore the nuances of recruitment, staff development, and the paramount importance of clear job expectations in nurturing a thriving work environment. Finn talks about the challenges faced by hospitality workers, from the toll on physical health due to demanding hours to the strains on personal relationships caused by irregular schedules. Yet, amidst these hurdles, Finn's enduring passion for hospitality and the boundless joy it brings him shine through. Education and mentorship emerged as pivotal themes throughout our dialogue, with Finn passionately advocating for increased investment in staff education among business owners. His vision for elevating the entire industry through educational empowerment was inspiring. If you love it, share it - whether that is a review, five stars or sharing it to social media. It really does help small businesses, professionals and supports our Bendigo Business Community. ABOUT OUR HOST KIMBERLEY FURNESSKimberley Furness is the national award winning publisher of OAK Magazine, a proudly independent media publisher dedicated to sharing stories and amplifying voices of female change makers and women in business in regional and rural Australia. Kimberley is a long time content creator for print and digital, a social media trainer for rural business owners and the host of chart topping podcast A Friend of Mine. ABOUT BE.BENDIGOEvery successful community has a strong and growing business community. Be.Bendigo exists to provide a range of information, support and programs to assist, develop and grow our broader business community. We are member based organisation with a commitment to developing our business so that we can continue to add value for our members, partners and stakeholders.Find out more via our website. Be social on Facebook, LinkedIn and Instagram.