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Member Content Hints for Improving Your Commercial Insurance Rates
Nov 6, 2010
Morgan shares some helpful hints to help improve your insurance situation.
Member Content What Does It Take to Open Your Own Restaurant?
Nov 5, 2010

For many people, owning a restaurant is a lifelong dream.  The truth, however, is that the failure rate for new restaurants is very high, with well more than half closing within their first year.  How can you beat the odds?  Paula shares a handful of tips on what you need to successfully open your own restaurant.
Member Content How to Grease The Skids for Restaurant Results
Nov 4, 2010
The taste of the upswing has been tantalizing, but the path is still strewn with obstacles and challenges, as we pursue that ascension into economic recovery. John shares some insights and wisdom to move your restaurant in the right direction.
Member Content A Chef Goes the F&B Route (Ed Batten / Harrah's)
Nov 3, 2010
Bob talks with Chef Ed Batten about making the transition from the kitchen to F&B Management.
Member Content Designing Your Kitchen - Where to Start?
Nov 3, 2010
You've dreamed of this moment for a long time, maybe all your life, and now the time has come.  Ken walks you through the options available to you, along with the pros and cons of each.
Member Content Potential Restaurant Trends for 2011
Nov 3, 2010
Andrew Freeman details what he believes may be top trends for 2011.
Member Content Inventory Management: Mission Impossible?
Oct 29, 2010
The seemingly impossible task of wine inventory management can be conquered.
Member Content How Do You Get Your News Out There?
Oct 27, 2010
Stephanie talks about the process of distributing your press release.
Member Content Starting Over
Oct 24, 2010
A super quick must read as Shep shares service mentality insights from the owner of one of his favorite restaurants.
Member Content Spirits Training: Costs & Rewards
Oct 20, 2010
Staff spirits training is essential as the world of new cocktails and premium spirits expands.
Member Content 9 Tips For Marketing Your Restaurant With a Facebook Business Fan Page
Oct 20, 2010
A collection of solid ideas for taking your Facebook presence to the next level and boosting your restaurant's business.
Member Content 17 Hot Leadership Best Practices
Oct 20, 2010

Jeffrey rattles a list of key leadership practices -- a list that every restaurateur needs to review.
Member Content Offering Automatic 401(k) Plans: A Win-Win for Employers and Employees
Oct 15, 2010
Saving for retirement is more important than ever. Adopting automatic features can help employees effectively prepare for retirement.
Member Content Create Restaurant "Buzz" Without the Sound of Pests
Oct 15, 2010
All your hard work can go out the window with a pest sighting or infestation, resulting in negative reviews and a decline in reservations. That's why prevention is so key. Some tips on finding the right partner.
Member Content The Business of Diversity
Oct 15, 2010
Diversity promotes untapped talent, fosters good morale and a productive work environment, and minimizes the risk of costly litigation and potential liability. In short, diversity is good for your business, and your restaurant needs a plan to achieve it in a fair and efficient manner. Christopher and Stephen outline a number of considerations for your restaurant operation.
Member Content Protect Your Brand With A Food Rotation Program
Oct 11, 2010
Protecting your brand from a disaster starts with a comprehensive food safety program of which food rotation is a critical part. Learn the two things you must do to effectively implement a food rotation program.
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