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[zakwixson]

I liked the part about singing. I am very antisocial, and the fact that I took a serving job at an upscale place, is just beyond me. Yesterday was my 2nd day ever serving. I was really scared man. But I'm a good honest person and I have great hygiene, and so far it's been an awesome experience. It beats the hell out of cooking or doing construction type work. My trainer told one of my tables yesterday that it was my first day on my own, and the old couple from Canada, looked at me and said "Zak, your coworker tells us that's it's your first time serving" I said Yes sir, and then he said " why in the hell are you so good at it?" That was a huge confidence booster and I wasn't sure how to respond. Thanks for the video! Keep it up.

[diehard]

I don't want to sound weird, but you should shave your head, I feel like you'd look really great bald

[tohumblyvogue]

APPEARANCE
1. dental work (brush/shower if you smoke)
2. uniform (always ironed, shoe shined
3. diet + exercise (people can tell
4. ART OF THE UPSELL
[itsa win-win]
[example of a win-lose: perhaps customer wants to save money... but always offer a premium items... dont push it]
[example of a lose-lose: when you never try to upsell]
HOLDING STUFF
6. hum to yourself and focus
7. lift weights
BEING EXTROVERTED
8. playlist of favorite songs--sing before work to improve breathing, diction, projecting (words will flow)
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[snookumz]

I LOVED this video. Thank you! I just started waitressing and I thought it would be simple but i find myself stressed out about a lot of aspects of it and my shyness is difficult to overcome. It is helpful to know there are techniques to help with this and that i'm not being silly for wanting to be a good waitress and to excel. Thanks again!

[emilyheyboer]

I saw improved confidence when I bought higher quality makeup and learned how to apply it properly. and lipstick. I felt better and I did better!

[kibibisiri]

i can say in the last 5 years of working front of the house, the most frequent compliment i have gotten is, "you have beautiful teeth." only 2 years of braces. it literally PAYS to get dental work done.

[KubasKlimkar]

maaan! that humming/singing works for me unbelievably too! that tip I support greatly, although whole video as well as your other ones are great self-helps. thanks for them :)

[mikemichalski]

He is spot on about getting dental work done. I had messed up teeth my whole life I couldn't smile in front of people or even in pictures. I went to get a full fledged teeth sugery done on my top 6 teeth. It boosted my confidence and appearance exponentially! It was quite pricy around 600 to 800 a tooth but it was for the better. It helped me in my career field as well as personal life. I am now dating a beautiful woman, someone I wouldn't ever dream of getting. It's all about improvi g your appearance and how you carry yourself. So if you are reading this take this into consideration and always try to better yourself. Take care and God bless

[lexii]

9 years later, got some good tips from here. Thank you!

[AlfonsoCajiao]

This is majestic! Very original Bro, good energy!

[courtneymessina]

Yes I ttoally agree about music on the way to work! I like to play rap/dance/90s R&B on the way cause it always puts me in a godd, hyper modd for work. Having good coworkers also helps too

[FinsDiabloGuides]

Really Appreciate the videos man, today I just landed a new waiting job at a 5 star hotel! Much bigger than I'm adjusted to, but I feel more confident with your tips.

[Sigourneyporpoise]

Thank you for all your tips! The tip for introverts at the end is a good one! :)

[KlingonKorra]

Thanks for your videos... Is there anything I can do about bitchy waitress coworkers?... They leave me out and make me do all the work...:(

[jasonmcmeans]

Patrick Warren.. thanks I will teach my servers how to use your great techiniques.

[samipso]

I thought I was the only one humming at work. I tend to do it when it's too busy and all I do is run around like crazy. It drops the pressure of having to take care of everything and helps to re-view the whole situation.

[itaypizanty]

Loved the last tip, thought I was the only one who dose that

[jordangibson]

Seen a lot of vids with advice but I enjoyed yours it's helpful !

[Sleeperhit]

We need more phantom ironing in a tank top lol

[manfromnantucket]

I sing when I'm stressed, kills two birds with one stone that way lol