I remember the hesitation in my parents’ eyes when I said I wanted to study hotel management. “Are you sure?” “But isn’t it just cooking and cleaning?” “What will people say?”
Many Indian families still see hospitality as a last resort or a course for those who didn’t ‘get into something better.’ That couldn’t be further from the truth.
Hospitality professionals are some of the most respected, globally in demand, and highly skilled individuals in service and leadership. The hotel industry trains you in communication, crisis management, cross-cultural collaboration, and even entrepreneurship. It’s not just a degree; it’s a multi-skill transformation.
To every parent reading this: the world is evolving, and so are careers. Support your child’s passion—because the industry they choose today could lead them to global success tomorrow.
Let’s change the narrative. Hospitality is a profession of pride.
– Darshan Jage
