As a consultant, one has an opportunity to meet a lot of interesting owners who are in the midst of encountering one sort of challenge or another and desperate to turn things around. This article shares a handful of some of Maren's more "memorable" experiences.
The Big Money MakerMay 16, 2011
Sandy knows catering -- period. Check out her tips for full-service and off-site catering.
Hugs Not Drugs - Independent Pizzeria Sets Example to Clean Up Industry May 11, 2011
See how Kingy's Pizza Pub is doing their part to change the restaurant industry's reputation as the leading job sector to abuse drugs and alcohol.
Develop Engaging Restaurant Marketing CollateralMay 9, 2011
Developing engaging marketing collateral may seem like a costly, labor intensive trade, but doing it the right way can really set your restaurant apart. Matt shares a number of tips from branding to design to promotional materials.
6 Things to Consider When Selecting a New Restaurant LocationMay 1, 2011
What does it take to make a restaurant location great -- and it make it work financially? Check out these six tips.
Burned OutApr 25, 2011
As a publicist with many years of experience in the restaurant industry, Miriam has seen firsthand examples of restaurateurs being burned out emotionally. Here are five signs of emotional burnout and five things to do to avoid it.
Reduce Congestion and Avoid Collision with a Restaurant Traffic PatternApr 22, 2011
An effective policy will cut down on collisions, improve safety and make navigating your restaurant more efficient. Michael walks you through it.
Social Networking: Marketing Your Restaurant In The Digital AgeApr 20, 2011
Kelsey tells you why social media is not just a fad you want to shrug off and how ignoring it will only hurt your restaurant.
Is Your Menu Working For You or Against You?Apr 19, 2011
John takes a look at controlling food costs through menu engineering -- the process of selecting, costing, pricing and evaluating your menu items.
Smart purchasing decisions in the planning stages of your restaurant startup can set you up for success as you open for operations. So what do you really need when opening a restaurant? Here's your licensing and marketing shopping list...
How would you like to wake up each morning, open your medicine cabinet, reach for a bottle, open it and take a “Magic Pill” that will almost guarantee that the safe in your office will fill with cash every day! Who wouldn’t?
