A podcast from the Florida Keys hosted by a bartender. Observations about Life, Bars, and Keys Living. The secrets of the Universe will be forthcoming or at least you will learn how to make a proper margarita. The content is explicit. We publish from 2-4 episodes a week. Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/james-horan6/support
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Jim feels the need to modify observations from the previous episode. Choosing to work in the service industry necessitates accepting you will work on holidays. --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/james-horan6/support
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First impressions exert a lasting impact on a guest's perception. Overlooking this fact can result in a missed opportunity. Whenever value is expressed, it is often perceived as arbitrary. This goes for relationships as well as possessions. --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/james-horan6/support…
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While 'teamwork' may lack an 'I', 'teamworking' certainly includes it. We delve into the advantages of teamwork for you, your colleagues, and your employer. As we age, it's not just our taste in food that evolves, but our sense of humor as well. --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/james-horan6/support…
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Jim recounts an experience of attending a blockbuster movie years ago to frame his inquiry. He questions whether crowds are formed by the characteristic inferences that emerge from the crowd itself. He wonders if the busyness in the Keys, or elsewhere, is due to the holiday or if it's simply a case of people following the herd. --- Support this pod…
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It's the slowest season in the Florida Keys, a time for businesses to train new employees. Jim decides to scrutinize activities that are not yielding benefits. --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/james-horan6/support
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Jim is finding his rhythm again after an extended vacation. It's often necessary for employees to take personal time, which makes cross-training essential for the seamless operation of a business. --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/james-horan6/support
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New podcast episodes are released following Jim's extended vacation, and he struggles to return to his routine. --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/james-horan6/support
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A recap of the beginning of the trip. Be sure to follow on Facebook for the pictures and videos. Jim Horan and Keys Bartender.--- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/james-horan6/support
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Family narrowly escapes a car crash. Jim gets an enhanced search at Security. He did not need to take off his pants.--- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/james-horan6/support
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The family gets ready for trip to Poland.--- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/james-horan6/support
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Both sides of the Lobster Mini Season debate. --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/james-horan6/support
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Jim shamelessly asks LOT (the Polish National Airline) for an upgrade. Am not to proud to beg. --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/james-horan6/support
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Jim recaps the 4th of July. Jim begins to make an effort to behave less like an asshole. --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/james-horan6/support
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Episode 842 Panic Attack to a First-Class Upgrade
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A young woman gets moved to first-class for feigning heat stroke. --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/james-horan6/support
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Jim has to go to the mainland for a Dryer and then fight off giant mosquitoes. It's a normal Monday in the Keys. --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/james-horan6/support
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When you are in the right state of mind, setbacks big or small are more manageable. The difficulty is being able to maintain that state of mind. --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/james-horan6/support
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Jim gets ready for his family's trip to Poland. --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/james-horan6/support
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Episode 838 Tropical Storms are Topical, Typically
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It's Hurrican season and it is a good plan to plan well in advance. Jim begs for followers. --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/james-horan6/support
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Jim asks why does work have to be the least appreciated and oft ridiculed part of Life. Thank you for listening to me unburden my soul. --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/james-horan6/support
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Jim gets serious about wellbeing your own and those around you. --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/james-horan6/support
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Jim feels guilty about his behavior. --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/james-horan6/support
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Jim is attempting to become present at work. We'll see what happens. Advice to listeners try experiencing the present instead of archiving it for a change. --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/james-horan6/support
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A bartender's tools are not only essential for cocktail construction but also esthetically important. Your ease of use adds to the customer experience. Jim accidently tases his family jewels. --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/james-horan6/support
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We introduce a simple concept to make your Bar/ Restaurant processes streamlined. Comedy is not always pretty. --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/james-horan6/support
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Training an inexperienced hire is a godsend to some or it could be a nightmare. --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/james-horan6/support
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It isn't always about being right as long as your patron gets what they want. The debate on how to make a classic Old Fashioned continues. Jim gets ready for his vacation to Eastern Europe. --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/james-horan6/support
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Humor is eclectic and subjective. Jim realizes after years of misperception that he does fit in as a fine dining bartender. He has pretended to fit in for short periods of time. --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/james-horan6/support
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Names are important to people and businesses alike. They give you a hint of expectation of what to expect.. --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/james-horan6/support
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Using new software so deal with it, man! Trying to deal with eccentrics at the bar when you are also an eccentric. Not going to use Episode numbers until we have things straightened out. --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/james-horan6/support
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An honest representation of a job description or love relationship is often elusive. --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/james-horan6/support
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Old bartenders working with younger bartenders has unique challenges. It is not like the movie Cocktail. The criticism of people in your past may be more a reflection of internal issues we have. --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/james-horan6/support
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Is Jim back on the sauce? No, he is just feeling much better and he goes on in exhaustive detail about recent challenges. --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/james-horan6/support
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An Episode without an intro to do a show about nothing. --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/james-horan6/support
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While trying to get caught up in episodes Jim comes across a glitch in his podcasting software. --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/james-horan6/support
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Jim ponders the concept of the pursuit of excellence. It is so much easier to see progress when you have little natural ability. The family gets a puppy. --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/james-horan6/support
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Circumstances can lead the patron to judge you harshly but it is not always about appearances. Science will change our lives it is inevitable. --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/james-horan6/support
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There are cocktails that are Classic and others that are Fads. They both deserve attention but years later the Classic will endure. --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/james-horan6/support
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Bartenders like any one else will resist new systems. --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/james-horan6/support
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Precision of measurement of ingredients are required for craft cocktails. Jim watches a video on how to land a 747 in an emergency. It creates a torrent of questions. The video is available on my Facebook Page. --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/james-horan6/support
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Jim gets up early to institute a plan on having a great day at work. We'll see how it works out tomorrow. --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/james-horan6/support
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Jim begins training at the new Cocktail Bar being opened by his employer. Use a psychological concept of confirmation bias to alter your view of yourself and change your day. --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/james-horan6/support
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When in work Jim has a habit of living to much in his head. Which came to a head last night and that realization leads him to rethinking his work behavior. --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/james-horan6/support
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Everyone learns differently on the Job. The best organizations understand that employees have different processes. Jim tries to tackle his propensity to procrastinate. Jim gets a new nick name. --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/james-horan6/support
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Customer service is the topic for the first half. It is easy to deliver a great customer experience when you can relate to the customer's goals. Jim reveals his ongoing work to resolve his anger issues. Wishing someone a Happy Good Friday is not inappropriate.--- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/james-horan6/support…
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Several videos showing a Fish Die-off sparks conspiracy theories. We should remain open to a variety of explanations. That is where research and investigation comes into play. Our first instinct should not be the formulation and giving credence to conspiracy theories. --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/james-horan6/su…
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Conversations that happen at the Bar. Museums and people with accents are topics. --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/james-horan6/support
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It is essential to maintain your draft beer beer quality. Best way to do that is by regularly clean your lines. --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/james-horan6/support
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Jim gets bit. Watching your waste when it comes to spoilage starts with garnishes. Being frugal is not a vice when practiced thoughtfully. --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/james-horan6/support
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Jim recounts some of the Keys traditional celebration of St. Patrick's Day. FYI Padraig(Paw-Rick) is Patrick in the Irish Language.--- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/james-horan6/support
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Ambience easy to set and easy to change. A private conversation gets overheard. --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/james-horan6/support
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