Best Restaurant Rockstars Podcasts (2024)

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396. From Internship to Ownership - Reed Adelson 42:40

2d ago42:40

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In this episode of the Restaurant Rock Stars podcast, Roger chats with Reed Adelson, founder of Virginia's in New York City. Listen to Reed's inspiring founder's story, his navigation through family traditions, the fierce competition of NYC's restaurant scene, and overcoming various challenges. Gain insights on onboarding, staff training, marketing…

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132 - My Book Is Out Today | Marketing Superpowers | Here’s The Best Stuff 21:11

2d ago21:11

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Jon's (JonDavids.com) new book is out now from anywhere and everywhere you get your books. Get more info and your copy now at MarketingSuperpowersBook.com. Jon breaks down some of the bigger points that you can get the full scope of in his book, and how it will be a game changer on how you see your business. And follow Jon across social: X (Twitter…

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395. Restaurant Signs that Drive Business - David Rycyna 46:31

8d ago46:31

46:31

In this engaging episode of the Restaurant Rockstars Podcast, host Roger Beaudoin is joined by David Rycyna, CEO of Cirrus, to discuss the transformative power of digital signage for restaurants. They delve into the importance of visibility, guest engagement, and brand building, emphasizing how customizable LED signs can set a restaurant apart from…

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131 - The Serial Entrepreneur | “I Built The World’s Biggest Cigar Brand In 60 Days” | Brian Curin 46:10

9d ago46:10

46:10

Jon (JonDavids.com) tells us about Brian Curin's climb and the many successful business ventures he has had across the board. And follow Jon across social: X (Twitter) | Instagram | LinkedIn | TikTok | YouTubeBy Influicity

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394. Emerging Trends in Hospitality - Mathew Focht 52:11

14d ago52:11

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In this episode of the Restaurant Rockstars podcast, host Roger Beaudoin chats with Mathew, a seasoned expert in the hospitality industry. Mathew shares his journey from a small town in Ohio to becoming a strategic leader in national restaurant operations.[FREE] Learn the Top 3 Restaurant Profit Killers and how to fix them: https://restaurantrockst…

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130 - Richard Branson | “I Started With A Magazine And Finished With An Airline” | Virgin Group 14:53

16d ago14:53

14:53

Jon (JonDavids.com) tells us the lesser-known stories and challenges about the billionaire co-founder of Virgin Group, Sir Richard Branson. And follow Jon across social: X (Twitter) | Instagram | LinkedIn | TikTok | YouTubeBy Influicity

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393. Effective Restaurant Marketing & Loyalty Programs - Court Allam 48:04

21d ago48:04

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In this episode of the Restaurant Rockstars podcast, Roger welcomes Court, a seasoned restaurant marketing guru and coach. They delve into various strategies for effective restaurant marketing, from building a lead generation database and managing time effectively to creating captivating social media content on platforms like Instagram and TikTok. …

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129 - The Retail Titan | I Had 90 Days To Save The Company — Then We Made $100M | Drew Green, President of Indochino 42:07

23d ago42:07

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Jon (JonDavids.com) talks with Drew Green, CEO of Indochino. Drew is not only a fascinating business person, but an all-around incredible person. Tune in to hear all about the highs and lows of Drew's amazing journey and how he became the smash success he is today. And follow Jon across social: X (Twitter) | Instagram | LinkedIn | TikTok | YouTube…

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392. How to Save 30-40% on Your Restaurant Costs - Larry Levine 33:24

29d ago33:24

33:24

In this episode of The Restaurant Rockstars Podcast, Roger chats with Larry, of P3 Cost Analysts, about how restaurants and hospitality businesses can save significant amounts of money on non-payroll expenses. Larry explains that P3 Cost Analysts specializes in reducing costs for telecom, utilities, waste management, and more—achieving savings from…

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128 - The Business Bootstrapper | “This Is How We Make Millions Of Dollars Without Investors” | Jason Fried 52:30

1M ago52:30

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In today's episode, Jon talks with Jason Fried, CEO of 37signals about how his company made products for themselves and how that translated into a massively successful business. Visit JonDavids.com for more info. And follow Jon across social: X (Twitter) | Instagram | LinkedIn | TikTok | YouTubeBy Influicity

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391. The Secret Sauce to Scaling Up in The Restaurant Business - Debbie Roxarzade 43:42

1M ago43:42

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In this episode of the Restaurant Rockstars Podcast, I speak with Debbie Roxarzade, the Founder of Rachel’s Kitchen. Debbie built seven successful restaurants in Los Angeles and then decided to move her restaurant business to Las Vegas. What’s her secret sauce?Listen as Debbie speaks about restaurant business success including: • Key-learnings that…

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127 - The Dairy Man | "We Made $1B Before Running Any Ads" | Chobani Founder Hamdi Ulukaya 15:47

1M ago15:47

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In today's episode, Jon tells us how Hamdi Ulukaya took his simple love of yogurt, and turned it into a $2B powerhouse brand. Get Jon's new book, Marketing Superpowers. Out June 18, 2024. Pre-order now at MarketingSuperpowersBook.com Visit JonDavids.com for more info. And follow Jon across social: X (Twitter) | Instagram | LinkedIn | TikTok | YouTu…

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390. Why Artificial Intelligence (AI) is important in your Restaurant - Parsa Riahi 40:02

1M ago40:02

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For just $7, The Restaurant Profit Maximizer course will show you proven ways to boost profit in your restaurant. Check it out - https://restaurantrockstars.com/profitmaximizerThe Restaurant Academy: Everything you need to know to optimize profits, maximize sales and train your team in restaurant fundamentals! https://restaurantrockstars.com/joinac…

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126 - The eCommerce Guru | "Here's Why Those Companies Are Dead" | Ghassan Halazon 47:10

1M ago47:10

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In today's episode, Jon talks with Ghassan Halazon, founder and CEO of EMERGE Commerce about how he buys companies, why eCommerce businesses are so hard, how he's pivoting his company, and more. Visit JonDavids.com for more info. And follow Jon across social: X (Twitter) | Instagram | LinkedIn | TikTok | YouTube…

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389. The Power of a Brand in Building Your Business - Steve Shlemon 54:45

2M ago54:45

54:45

The Restaurant Academy: Everything you need to know to optimize profits, maximize sales and train your team in restaurant fundamentals! https://restaurantrockstars.com/joinacademy/👉 Show Notes: https://bit.ly/E389RRPThis episode of the Restaurant Rockstars podcast features an in-depth conversation with Steve Shlemon, the President of and a key figu…

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125 - The Restaurant Expert | “I Grew Jimmy John’s To 1,000 Locations Because Of This” | Gregg Majewski 44:14

2M ago44:14

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In today's episode, Jon talks with Gregg Majewski about how he built his empire and how that led to his massive growth. Visit JonDavids.com for more info. And follow Jon across social: X (Twitter) | Instagram | LinkedIn | TikTok | YouTubeBy Influicity

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388. Restaurant Pricing Strategies and Tipping - Jean-Manuel Izaret 53:51

2M ago53:51

53:51

The Restaurant Profit Maximizer course will show you proven ways to boost profit in your restaurant: https://restaurantrockstars.com/sp/restaurant-profitsThe Restaurant Academy: Everything you need to know to optimize profits, maximize sales and train your team in restaurant fundamentals! https://restaurantrockstars.com/joinacademy/This episode of …

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124 - The Rolex Killer | “We Made $290,000 By Accident — So We Went All In” | MVMT Watches 13:07

2M ago13:07

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In today's episode, Jon talks about the rise of one of the most popular watch brands on the market today, MVMT Watches. Visit JonDavids.com for more info. And follow Jon across social: X (Twitter) | Instagram | LinkedIn | TikTok | YouTubeBy Influicity

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387. The Power of an Effective Restaurant Leader - Jason Brooks 46:08

2M ago46:08

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In this episode Jason Brooks and I discuss the importance of hospitality, leadership, and company culture in the restaurant industry.Jason emphasizes the role of accountability, the significance of onboarding, and the power of coaching in building effective teams and delivering exceptional guest experiences. They also touch on the challenges faced …

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123 - The Rockstar Entrepreneur | “The Music Industry Is Crumbling — I Want To Save It” | Raine Maida 48:32

2M ago48:32

48:32

Canadian rock music icon Raine Maida of Our Lady Peace sits down with Jon to talk about the downfalls of the music industry and what Raine is doing with his brand-new business to help revitalize it. Visit JonDavids.com for more info. And follow Jon across social: X (Twitter) | Instagram | LinkedIn | TikTok | YouTube…

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386. Tragedy to Triumph: Perseverance, Leadership & Restaurant Success - Anne Beiler 1:07:55

2M ago1:07:55

1:07:55

In this episode of the Restaurant Rockstars Podcast, I’m speaking with Anne Beiler, the founder of international restaurant success story “Auntie Anne’s Pretzels”. Anne learned the meaning of hard work, integrity, and persistence at an early age, but had many moments of doubt and lack of confidence. Despite all odds and immense personal tragedy, An…

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122 - The Amazon Killer | "They Spent $42M in 3 minutes" | How Temu is Crushing The Market 16:30

2M ago16:30

16:30

Temu is the internet megastore with thrift shop vibes. They’re selling everything from blankets to bluetooth speakers. At blowout prices. But here's the weird part — these guys didn't exist 24 months ago. And now they’re having an arm wrestle with Amazon. So how did they get here? Jon did some digging. Here's what happened... For more, join JD's em…

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385. Restaurant Success – The Key to Thriving in This Business - Jim Collins 1:03:00

3M ago1:03:00

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In this episode of the Restaurant Rockstars Podcast, I’m speaking with Jim Collins, the owner of Town Kitchen and Grill in California. Jim wasn’t born from the restaurant business, but he certainly has a way with running a successful restaurant and leading his employees to greatness!Listen as Jim shares his story, failures, successes, and his philo…

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121 - From Zero to $600M | “We Couldn’t Sell Them Fast Enough” | The RXBAR Story 16:49

3M ago16:49

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Peter and Jared turned eggs, dates, and almonds into a $600M payday. And they did it in 5 years. They're the creators of RXBAR, the protein snack that went from obscurity to ubiquity in no time. But it was actually a grind. And there's a serious lesson from how they did it. Here's what happened. For more, join JD's email list at JonDavids.com And f…

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120 - The Viral Content Machine: These Entrepreneurs Are Helping Brands Hack Social Media. But Can They Make It Work? 32:58

3M ago32:58

32:58

Hugo Bibby and Rupert Bonnington of Pockla join Jon to talk about how they help brands create new and unique ideas for their companies. Visit JonDavids.com for more info. And follow Jon across social: X (Twitter) | Instagram | LinkedIn | TikTok | YouTubeBy Influicity

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384. Huge Restaurant Concept Will Bowl You Over - Dale Schwartz 54:44

3M ago54:44

54:44

This business is all about “SHOW BIZ! Guests don’t just come into a restaurant for food & drink, they’re looking for an experience. In this episode of the Restaurant Rockstars Podcast, I’m speaking with Dale Schwartz, CEO & Co-Founder of Pinstripes, which is a restaurant concept that boasts giant spaces for bowling, bocce, delicious bistro dining, …

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119 - Building Shopify For The Real World: "We're Bringing E-Commerce To Every Continent." 34:43

3M ago34:43

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Andre de Wet joins Jon to talk about how he's building an e-commerce offering for Africa. And how he's going to take it to the rest of the world. Visit JonDavids.com for more info. And follow Jon across social: X (Twitter) | Instagram | LinkedIn | TikTok | YouTubeBy Influicity

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383. A Deep Dive Into Restaurant Equipment - Howard Task and John Eberhart 57:40

3M ago57:40

57:40

Restaurant Profit Maximizer mini-course teaches you how to boost profit in your restaurant. ONLY $7 https://restaurantrockstars.com/sp/restaurant-profitsThat’s right, boost your restaurant profit for less than the cost of a fancy beer – Get it today then go Rock YOUR Profits and YOUR Restaurant!EPISODE NOTES:In this episode of the Restaurant Rockst…

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118 - Pivoting to a $1M Business in 42 Minutes 42:01

3M ago42:01

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In today's episode, Jon chats with Shafkat Kassim of Jettrav about expanding your business by creating a loyal community. Visit JonDavids.com for more info. And follow Jon across social: X (Twitter) | Instagram | LinkedIn | TikTok | YouTubeBy Influicity

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382. Chef Shares Great Restaurant Kitchen Success - Chef Jarad McCarroll 49:58

3M ago49:58

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Leading a great restaurant kitchen is difficult. It takes experience, skill, the desire to teach, patience, calm under pressure and the right chops. Most of all it takes a passion for food, people, and new experiences. In this episode of the Restaurant Rockstars Podcast, I’m speaking with Chef Jarad McConnell of Ocean Club St. Barths. He rose from …

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117 - This Is How He’s Building a $10M Company Every Year 27:28

4M ago27:28

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In today's episode, Jon chats with Donal O'Sullivan about the myths and realities behind building a community for your company. Visit JonDavids.com for more info. And follow Jon across social: X (Twitter) | Instagram | LinkedIn | TikTok | YouTubeBy Influicity

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381. Empower + Inspire Your Restaurant Team - Marc Haine 1:01:36

4M ago1:01:36

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In this episode of the Restaurant Rockstars Podcast, I’m speaking with Marc Haine, a true operator’s operator, about leading and inspiring a restaurant team.As a young dishwasher Marc went on to master the kitchen. He never lost the hospitality bug and later ran three restaurants, became a Food & Beverage Director. Marc also founded a hospitality c…

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116 - $750M Social Saga: The Stanley Quencher 13:23

4M ago13:23

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In today's episode, Jon teaches us about what we can learn from Stanley drinkware company about finding out who your real customers are, and how small changes can lead to massive success. Visit JonDavids.com for more info. And follow Jon across social: X (Twitter) | Instagram | LinkedIn | TikTok | YouTube…

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380. Great Restaurant Marketing Advice From The Trenches - Kelly Hoyman 55:44

4M ago55:44

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In this episode of the Restaurant Rockstars Podcast, I’m speaking with Kelly Hoyman, Vice President of Marketing for an 85-unit concept called Wings and Rings. Kelly brings 30 years of proven restaurant marketing expertise to this episode.Listen as Kelly shares all things restaurant marketing including: • Lessons learned from 17 years in restaurant…

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115 - Making $30M in the Shower 14:16

4M ago14:16

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In today's episode, Jon tells us about Ryan Babenzien, the CEO of Jolie. Learn about how Ryan reinvented the way people look at something as simple as a showerhead. Visit JonDavids.com for more info. And follow Jon across social: X (Twitter) | Instagram | LinkedIn | TikTok | YouTubeBy Influicity

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379. Excellent Tips Get Your Restaurant Taxes In Order - Mirissa Harrison 47:53

4M ago47:53

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I get that running your restaurant is a total commitment, and business challenges never stop. Tax time is upon us, April is looming and Restaurant Taxes are due. No worries, I’ve got your back.Know that now is the time to get your financial house in order before you send the books to your tax preparer. It’s not too late to clean things up for your …

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114 - George Clooney's Billion Dollar Tequila 11:55

4M ago11:55

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In today's episode, Jon tells us about celebrities with successful alcohol business ventures, and the real secret behind why they're so marketable. Visit JonDavids.com for more info. And follow Jon across social: X (Twitter) | Instagram | LinkedIn | TikTok | YouTubeBy Influicity

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378. Stocked & Stirred: How To Master Restaurant Inventory - Victoria Mosley and John Nanney 49:30

4M ago49:30

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Your restaurant inventory represents thousands if not tens of thousands of dollars of food and beverage sitting in your business at any given time. With so much opportunity for waste, spoilage, or loss, you really need to understand and manage all that value. When I coach restaurants, I tell them Not taking inventory is like leaving hundred-dollar …

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113 - Trader Joe's $20B Juggernaut 11:10

5M ago11:10

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In today's episode, Jon tells us all about how Joe Coulombe went from being on the ropes and nearly out, to turning around and building a massive comapny. Visit JonDavids.com for more info. And follow Jon across social: X (Twitter) | Instagram | LinkedIn | TikTok | YouTubeBy Influicity

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377. How To Increase Restaurant Sales & Build Guest Loyalty - Matt Tucker 1:01:05

5M ago1:01:05

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Every owner and leader wants and needs to increase restaurant sales. Success here requires many things… efficiency, systems, excellent service, but most of all engaged loyal guests. Here’s where all the power lies.Guests want to be recognized, acknowledged, and served. Providing this at a high level requires a well-trained staff and seamless techno…

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112 - Kim Kardashian's $4 Billion Brand 13:42

5M ago13:42

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In today's episode, Jon tells us about how Kim Kardashian built her own brand and how she's managed to keep it going strong. Visit JonDavids.com for more info. And follow Jon across social: X (Twitter) | Instagram | LinkedIn | TikTok | YouTubeBy Influicity

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376. What’s With Today’s Restaurant Employees Anyway? - Scott Greenberg 58:13

5M ago58:13

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I hear it time and time again. “My employees don’t do what I expect... they call out on shifts, or they don’t show up at all”!Since the pandemic; finding, keeping, and motivating restaurant employees has just gotten harder. They seem to have a different mindset... their work ethic doesn’t meet expectations... What to do?In this episode of the Resta…

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111 - Making $12M a Year Cleaning Up Murders 13:28

5M ago13:28

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In today's episode, if you've got the guts for it, Jon tells us about how Laura Spaulding went from making five figures as a police officer to eight figures being the CEO of her own crime scene cleanup company. Visit JonDavids.com for more info. And follow Jon across social: X (Twitter) | Instagram | LinkedIn | TikTok | YouTube…

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375. Using Restaurant Technology to 10X your Business - Tony Roy and Brendan Sweeney 1:01:05

5M ago1:01:05

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As a restaurateur, you can’t afford to ignore technology. Since the pandemic, operators of every size have had to adapt to platforms and tools that offer guest convenience and operating efficiencies. The landscape keeps changing every day and to stay competitive, great food and service are no longer enough to keep guests coming in the door.In this …

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110 - Costco's Crazy $228B Formula 12:19

5M ago12:19

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In today's episode, Jon tells us all about how Costco changed the retail game completely and made a fortune doing it. Visit JonDavids.com for more info. And follow Jon across social: X (Twitter) | Instagram | LinkedIn | TikTok | YouTubeBy Influicity

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374. Spreading the Legacy: An Authentic Journey of Neapolitan Pizza - Francesco Zimone 1:02:46

5M ago1:02:46

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Don’t miss this episode, get my FREE “Top 3 Ways You’re Killing Your Restaurant Profits and a bonus at www.restaurantrockstars.com/profits then go out there and Rock YOUR Restaurant!Every restaurant has its own unique story. But this one carries on a 152-year tradition. In this episode of the Restaurant Rockstars Podcast, I’m speaking with Francesc…

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109 - Ryan Reynold's $350M Secret 13:11

5M ago13:11

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In today's episode, Jon tells us all about how Ryan Reynolds took a different path through his career in the entertainment industry, and how it led to him building an empire. Visit JonDavids.com for more info. And follow Jon across social: X (Twitter) | Instagram | LinkedIn | TikTok | YouTubeBy Influicity

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373. Cracking The Hospitality Code the Journey of Abraham and his Restaurants - Abraham Merchant 53:36

5M ago53:36

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Learn the Top 3 Restaurant Profit Killers and how to fix them: https://restaurantrockstars.com/profits/In this episode of the Restaurant Rockstars Podcast, I’m speaking with Abraham Merchant, veteran restaurateur, President & CEO of Merchant’s Hospitality. Abraham shares his philosophy on hospitality, employee retention, strategies for operational …

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108 - This Engineer Flipped an Agency into a $155M Brewery 12:11

6M ago12:11

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In today's episode, Jon tells us all about how Manjit Minhas entered a highly competitive industry with an ad agency. Visit JonDavids.com for more info. And follow Jon across social: Twitter | Instagram | LinkedIn | TikTok | YouTubeBy Influicity

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Quick Hi from Jon 1:29

6M ago1:29

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No episode this week, just a quick holiday greeting and thank you from yours truly. Thanks for tuning in throughout 2023 and I look forward to having you back in 2024. A lot of big things are planned, so don't miss out! Visit JonDavids.com for more info. And follow Jon across social: Twitter | Instagram | LinkedIn | TikTok | YouTube…

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