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Member Content The Good Boss: Insights for a Healthy and Productive Workplace in Challenging Economic Times
Dec 23, 2011
Some people work to live and others live to work. Either way, you likely have a boss. Does your boss have any of these characteristics?
Member Content Creative Problem Solving Can Lead to Amazing Customer Service
Dec 21, 2011
The story you're about to read is a five-star, scale of one to ten – give them an eleven – amazing customer service story.
Member Content Five Reasons Why Most New Restaurants Fail
Dec 20, 2011

The number of new restaurants that fail within their first year varies depending on who you ask.  Paula shares some of the top reasons why most restaurants fail, so that you can avoid these pitfalls with your own business.
Member Content 5 Ways WiFi Gives Your Restaurant an Advantage
Dec 19, 2011
Wi-Fi has grown immensely in popularity over the last few years, and customers have come to expect Wi-Fi to be available in all service establishments. This is especially true for restaurants...
Member Content Cheapest is Not Always Best
Dec 18, 2011

It is easiest to choose the lowest cost provider, but that can create long term problems. David runs through the questions to ask when selecting an online ordering platform.
Member Content 9 Reasons Cell Phone Paging Systems are Better than Restaurant Pagers
Dec 16, 2011
Luke outlines 9 reasons why using text alerts sent directly to a customer's phone is much more beneficial to restaurants than sticking with restaurant pagers.
Member Content Protect Customers from Foodborne Illness
Dec 14, 2011
Michael lists five steps to help you eliminate the possibility of foodborne illness in your establishment.
Member Content 4 Things You Need to Know About Wine Apps
Dec 13, 2011
Fact 1: People love iPads. Fact 2: iPads are a smart tool for wine lists. Here's four reasons why...
Member Content How to Deal with an Unhappy Customer
Dec 10, 2011
Sooner or later a customer is going to complain about your food. How will you react? Miriam shares some tips.
Member Content Accounting for Sales Incentives Used in the Restaurant Industry
Dec 9, 2011
Accounting for incentives can be confusing and differs according to the type of incentive that is used. Bob walks you through the many differences that exist for your restaurant.
Member Content QuickBooks...How to Get Up and Running Using QuickBooks to Manage Your Restaurants Finances
Dec 8, 2011

QuickBooks is inexpensive, powerful enough to handle every financial task that you will face, exceptionally easy to use, well known to your accountant.  John sings the praises of Quickbooks and gives a full overview of how and why to get started.
Member Content The Right Time to Franchise: How to know when and why to make the leap
Dec 8, 2011
Ozzie talks about how to know when and why to make the leap and turn your restaurant into a successful franchise.
Member Content 2012 Top Trends & Predictions
Dec 4, 2011
Trends across the board for the new year including food, restaurants, ingredients, drinks and hotels. From Andrew Freeman & Co.
Member Content Be Prepared for Any Holiday Party
Dec 1, 2011

With the holidays soon approaching, it is important to be prepared in advance for the additional rush of diners. By following a few simple guidelines, any foodservice establishment can be ready for sizeable crowds and a festive atmosphere during the holiday season.
Member Content Smile, It Enhances Your Face Value
Nov 29, 2011
John shares the power on the simple, yet effective, smile...
Member Content Season's Greetings: 7 Ideas to Keep Your Holiday Customers Happy
Nov 28, 2011

It's the holiday season again and if you want it to be a happy one for you, you'd better start thinking how you can make it happy for your customers. Miriam has seven ideas for you to consider.
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