Best RunningRestaurants Podcasts (2024)

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The Future Of Restaurant Insurance And Technology With David DeLorenzo (Ep 213) 29:44

1h ago29:44

29:44

Are you ready to turn up the heat in your restaurant business? In this episode, Jamie Oikle welcomes back David (The DELO) DeLorenzo, the mastermind behind Bar and Restaurant Insurance. But we’re diving deeper than just insurance today. Delo, who’s a seasoned player in the hospitality industry, shares his unique insights into the current landscape …

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Effective Digital Marketing Strategies For Restaurants With Brenton Thomas (Ep 212) 17:38

4M ago17:38

17:38

In this episode, we host Brenton Thomas, founder of Twibi, in a conversation about effective digital marketing strategies for restaurants. Brenton advises starting with Google and Facebook ads due to their high return potential and suggests focusing on conversion tracking and consistent messaging across platforms. He recommends search campaigns and…

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Quick Hit: "Effective 1-on-1 Meetings" (Ep 211) 1:48

4M ago1:48

1:48

In this quick hit episode, Jason Brooks, Founder & CEO of HospiVation and author of the new book "Every Leader Needs Followers" provides a guide for conducting effective one-on-one meetings with team members. Brooks stresses the importance of listening over speaking, recommending a 35% speaking to 65% listening ratio for managers. Meeting should be…

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Quick Hit: "Building an Unbreakable Restaurant Culture" (Ep 210) 3:26

5M ago3:26

3:26

This is a short snippet from a recent webinar we hosted with Roger Beaudion of Restaurant Rockstars. Roger discusses how he used his "Difference Dollars" program to creating a culture of appreciation. Used in his restaurants for two decades, Difference Dollars rewarded employees for exceptional performance, fostering a positive culture. It encourag…

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Transforming Restaurant Managers Into Leaders (Ep 209) 40:59

5M ago40:59

40:59

In this episode, RunningRestaurants.com founder Jaime Oikle hosts Jason Brooks, the founder and CEO of HospiVation, who shares his expertise on leadership in the restaurant industry from his book, Every Leader Needs Followers. Brooks discusses the importance of understanding KPIs, the benefits of systematic leadership, and the need for effective de…

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Trends, Challenges & Opportunities: With Tony Smith Of Restaurant 365 (Ep 208) 23:12

5M ago23:12

23:12

In this episode RunningRestaurants.com, founder Jaime Oikle interviews Tony Smith, CEO and Co-founder of Restaurant365. They discuss the state of the restaurant industry, touching on concerns about a potential recession, the impact of inflation, and the ongoing labor challenges. They delve into the role of AI and data intelligence in restaurant man…

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Getting Job Descriptions Right at Your Restaurant (Ep 207) 4:42

5M ago4:42

4:42

This is a short snippet from a recent webinar we hosted with Roger Beaudion of Restaurant Rockstars. Roger discusses the vital role of job descriptions in the restaurant business.He explains that clear, detailed job descriptions are crucial for setting expectations and ensuring employee accountability. Roger highlights the lack of comprehensive job…

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The Formula for Getting Service Horribly Wrong (Ep 206) 3:11

5M ago3:11

3:11

This is a short snippet from a recent webinar we hosted with Roger Beaudion of Restaurant Rockstars. Roger tells an almost unbelievable story of poor service that should open any operator's eyes. The clip highlights the fact that what your employees say & do can absolutely sabotage your business - so hire and train accordingly... More from Roger & …

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Preview: 2024 Bar and Restaurant Expo - Plus Hot Trends (Ep 205) 12:59

6M ago12:59

12:59

In this episode of the Running Restaurants.com podcast Jaime Oikle interviews Ashley Bray about the Bar and Restaurant Expo in Las Vegas this upcoming March. They discuss the expo's events, education, exhibit floor, and networking parties. Ashley highlights several trends including: culinary cocktails with savory and functional ingredients, the ris…

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Financial Tips For Restaurant Owners (Ep 204) 24:09

8M ago24:09

24:09

In this episode of the Running Restaurants.com podcast Jaime Oikle interviews Jonathan Rosa, president at Moura CFO. Jonathan shares his experience growing up in a restaurant family and working at Burger King headquarters. He discusses the financial challenges restaurant owners face and offers strategies to improve profitability, such as reviewing …

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Effective Strategies For Maximizing Restaurant Profits (Ep 203) 24:56

8M ago24:56

24:56

In this episode of the podcast, Jaime Oikle of RunningRestaurants.com interviews Tom Rutledge, Managing Partner at RDMS Group. Tom is a former chef turned restaurant consultant. They discuss the challenges of restaurant management, including balancing costs, utilizing data, and adapting to the digital world. Rutledge emphasizes the importance of pr…

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The Inspiring Journey Of Balance Grille (Fast Casual Asian Fusion) (Ep 202) 24:39

9M ago24:39

24:39

In this episode of the podcast, Jaime Oikle of RunningRestaurants.com speaks with Ho Chan Jang (CJ), the Co-Founder and Exec Chef of Balance Grille. In this fast-paced episode, the two bounce around to a number of key restaurant operations topics, including: The backstory and journey of Balance Grille Challenging the stigma surrounding Asian food a…

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The Surprise Way To Drive Sales & Profits At Your Restaurant With Zack Oates (Ep 201) 30:23

9M ago30:23

30:23

Join Jaime Oikle from RunningRestaurants.com as he speaks with Zack Oates, the Founder and CEO of Ovation. Zack's energy, enthusiasm, and passion are off the charts in this episode. So, what's the answer to the question posed, "What is the surprise way to drive sales and profits for restaurants?" It all starts with FEEDBACK says Zack. Listen in as …

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Why Management Systems are Crucial for Restaurant Success With Darren Denington & Alison Anne (Ep 200) 27:43

9M ago27:43

27:43

In this episode, Jaime Oikle of RunningRestaurants.com dives into the importance of implementing effective management systems in restaurants with Darren Denington and Alison Anne from the Restaurant Management 201 Workshop. They highlight the significance of trust, open communication, and accountability in building a successful management team. Dar…

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Life & Restaurant Lessons With Adenah Bayoh Of Brick City Vegan (Ep 199) 25:15

10M ago25:15

25:15

In this episode Jaime Oikle of RunningRestaurants.com has the pleasure of hosting Adenah Bayoh, the founder of Brick City Vegan, who shared her inspiring journey from Liberia to Newark, New Jersey, and the lessons she's learned along the way. Adenah's passion for providing great vegan food and options for urban communities drives her vision for the…

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Aloha Spirit And Burgers: A Recipe for Success At Seven Brothers (Ep 198) 27:22

11M ago27:22

27:22

In this episode of the podcast Jaime Oikle of RunningRestaurants.com welcomes Seek Hannemann, the owner of Seven Brothers Burgers. Seek shares the story of how his family started the business in Hawaii and discusses their emphasis on the concept of aloha and creating a family-like atmosphere for customers. The two hit on various topics and shared a…

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Enhancing Food Safety in Restaurants: How PathSpot's Technology is Changing the Game (Ep 197) 18:10

12M ago18:10

18:10

In this episode of the podcast Jaime Oikle of RunningRestaurants.com interviews Christine Shindler, the co-founder and CEO of PathSpot, a health and safety operating system for restaurants. Christine shares her background in biomedical engineering and how she became interested in improving hand hygiene in the restaurant industry as well as the futu…

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Mastering the Art of Restaurant Management: Leadership, Systems, and Team Building (Ep 196) 40:35

1y ago40:35

40:35

In this episode Jaime Oikle of RunningRestaurants.com delves into the secrets of effective restaurant management with Darren Denington & Alison Anne and what it takes to develop strong leadership at your restaurant. They talk about the crucial traits and skills needed for success in the restaurant industry. You'll discover the power of effective le…

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A Cost-Effective Solution for Restaurant Expansion (Ep 195) 26:51

1y ago26:51

26:51

In this episode Jaime Oikle of RunningRestaurants.com interviews Megan Rosen, Chief Development Officer of Next Brands. While traditional real estate can be economically challenging for restaurant expansion, Next Brands twist on locations and build out is working well by transforming shipping containers into successful quick-serve restaurants. High…

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Pizza & Profit: The Slice Factory Story (Ep 194) 24:36

1y ago24:36

24:36

Join Jaime Oikle from RunningRestaurants.com as he speaks with Dom Diana, the CEO and founder of Slice Factory, the family-focused and welcoming Chicago-based pizza franchise and home to Chicago's original jumbo slice. We discussed the history of Slice Factory, its expansion and franchising plans, and the competitive pizza market in Chicago. Highli…

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How to Keep Your Restaurant Staff Happy and Productive (Ep 193) 14:20

1y ago14:20

14:20

Are you struggling to keep your restaurant staff motivated and happy? In this episode restaurant consultant and author Roger Beaudoin of Restaurant Rockstars shared his insights on creating a positive company culture and incentivizing employees. Roger believes that a strong culture goes beyond a mission statement and includes the vibe & camaraderie…

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Opportunity is Fickle: Maximizing Your Restaurant's Sales (Ep 192) 9:15

1+ y ago9:15

9:15

Roger Beaudoin of Restaurant Rockstars runs through a number of ways to easily boost your restaurant's sales & profits. Every time we go through this topic in our webinars I'm reminded of the staggering amount of money left on the table by most restaurants!!! You've got a CAPTIVE AUDIENCE eager to BUY...make sure your staff is taking full advantage…

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Restaurant Marketing Frustrations, Challenges & Revolutions (Ep 191) 30:02

1+ y ago30:02

30:02

Join Jaime Oikle from RunningRestaurants.com as he speaks with Brendan Sweeney, the CEO & Co-Founder of Popmenu, about all the cool stuff they're doing for restaurants. They discuss the importance of having all marketing touchpoints in one place, the frustration with PDF menus on restaurant websites, and the evolution of restaurant websites. Brenda…

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How Your Restaurant's Menu Can Drive Sales & Profits (Ep 190) 31:10

1+ y ago31:10

31:10

Join Jaime Oikle from RunningRestaurants.com in a great chat with Lucy Logan of MenuCalc about where their business is today and how they are helping so many restaurants with their menus. The pair hit on a lot during a fun talk, including: ● How to increase sales and profits by targeting menu & dietary preferences ● How automatic real-time menu upd…

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How To Hire, Train & Retain BOH Employees (Ep 189) 38:39

1+ y ago38:39

38:39

Such a timely and important topic. Join Jaime Oikle of RunningRestaurants.com for a great chat with Chef Steve Konopelski of the Auguste Escoffier School of Culinary Arts about BOH staff. How to find, hire, train & retain. It's an excellent collection of tips for any restaurant operator or chef to follow for growing their team effectively.Chef Stev…

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Delivering The Digital Restaurant (Ep 188) 28:34

1+ y ago28:34

28:34

In this episode, Jaime Oikle of Running Restaurants.com speaks with Carl Orsbourne, COO at Juicer and Co-Author of Delivering the Digital Restaurant. Some of what they hit included...- What's in the book- The why behind restaurants need to embrace digital- How to manage third party ordering sites effectively- Why to think about customer data as the…

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Is This the Best Kept Secret in Restaurant Marketing? (Ep 187) 28:31

1+ y ago28:31

28:31

In this episode, Jaime Oikle of RunningRestaurants.com speaks with Dave Fink, the Founder and CEO of Postie. After the conversation with Dave, it's clear that direct mail is no longer what it used to be. A quote on the Postie website says, "Shhh... Direct mail is the best kept secret in marketing." This intriguing reversal of modern digital marketi…

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Accounting and Tax Mistakes that Restaurants Make (Ep 186) 25:22

1+ y ago25:22

25:22

Jaime Oikle from RunningRestaurants.com revisits with Anne Gannon, the Founder of The Largo Group, to share a variety of quick tax and accounting tips for restaurants. They cover: ● Typical accounting mistakes and oversights that restaurants make ● The importance of a weekly forecast look ● The key numbers that go into an effective weekly forecast …

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Restaurant Growth In The Niches With Sam Fonseca from Roll-Em-Up Taquitos (Ep 185) 27:49

1+ y ago27:49

27:49

Building a brand and growing it is never easy. But having a fun culture and a niche product makes it all the more exciting. Join Jaime Oikle of RunningRestaurants.com as he talks with Sam Fonseca, COO at Roll-Em-Up Taquitos, the nation's first taquito-focused franchise, about their brand's origin and growth. Before joining the Roll-Em-Up Taquitos t…

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Making Restaurant Delivery & Takeout Profitable & Sustainable (Ep 184) 26:45

1+ y ago26:45

26:45

Delivery and takeout for restaurants are no longer optional (if it ever really were). Getting it right can be a challenge, though. In this episode, Jamie talks with Scott Landers, Co-founder and Sustainability Engineer at Figure 8 Logistics. They discuss optimizing menus, menu engineering, sustainability, and minimizing waste, maximizing check size…

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Menu Item Plate Costing for Restaurants (Ep 183) 11:47

1+ y ago11:47

11:47

Have you costed your menu? Do you know your profit per item? Roger Beaudoin of Restaurat Rockstars runs through a quick example with tips for how you to best implement at your restaurant. Don't miss these tips... Find out more at https://restaurantrockstars.com/?ref=jaimeoikle & https://www.runningrestaurants.com. Thanks to episode sponsor Zinch - …

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Do You Know Your Daily Break-Even Number (Ep 182) 6:43

1+ y ago6:43

6:43

In this episode Jaime Oikle of RunningRestaurants.com talks with Roger Beaudoin of Restaurant Rockstars about the importance of knowing your break-even number.They discuss both why you need to know your number and how to calculate it. Find out more at https://restaurantrockstars.com/?ref=jaimeoikle & https://www.runningrestaurants.com. Thanks to ep…

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AI Making Restaurants Smarter And Safer With Video Intelligence (Ep 181) 23:27

1+ y ago23:27

23:27

The power of video has come a long way! In this episode, Jaime Oikle of RunningRestaurants.com talks with Rish Gupta, Co-founder and Head of Product at Spot AI, about their AI camera system designed to make restaurants safer and smarter. It was fascinating to learn everything the system can do—from providing visibility across multiple locations to …

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From Carts On The Street To International Expansion (Ep 180) 15:38

1+ y ago15:38

15:38

Jaime Oikle of RunningRestaurants.com sits down with Chef Shawn Edelman of The Halal Guys to discuss their explosive growth. From their "carts on the street" origin story to franchise expansion plans, they cover a wide range of key topics, including expansion and franchising, simplicity, efficiencies, labor market challenges, career growth, takeout…

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Kevin King Of Donatos Pizza (Ep 179) 24:28

1+ y ago24:28

24:28

This is a great interview with Jaime Oikle of RunningRestaurants.com and Kevin King, President of Donatos Pizza. Join us as they discuss many aspects of the business, including building a brand and its footprint, expanding digital options, pandemic lessons, franchising, training, and more. Find out more at Donatos Pizza and Running Restaurants.…

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Restaurant Management Training Insights (Ep 178) 22:58

1+ y ago22:58

22:58

Great conversation with Alison & Darren about their new Restaurant Management 201 Program. They have put together a comprehensive restaurant management training program that is going to benefit a bunch of operators in 2023 in such a positive way. Check out our conversation around what the program looks like and be sure to sign up for it before sess…

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Andy Diamond of Angry Crab Shack (Ep 177) 28:28

1+ y ago28:28

28:28

Great in-depth restaurant business session with Jaime Oikle of RunningRestaurants.com & Andy Diamond, President of Angry Crab Shack. A lot of ground covered in this one including... * How the brand got started * The way the brand's atmosphere plays into their success * How they build fun into the restaurant's DNA * What makes a successful franchise…

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How Restaurants Can Get the Employee Retention Credit (ERC) (Ep 176) 17:00

2y ago17:00

17:00

Jaime Oikle of RunningRestaurants.com gets with Catherine Tindall of Dominion Enterprise Services in this episode of the podcast to talk all about the Employee Retention Credit (ERC.) Important Tax & Finance topic for restaurants as they cover what the ERC is and how is it calculated as well as who's eligible for it and how to file for the credit. …

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Key Tips for Restaurants Managing Their Online Reviews (Ep 175) 26:11

2y ago26:11

26:11

Jaime Oikle of RunningRestaurants.com gets with Yelp's Small Business Expert Emily Washcovick in this episode of the podcast to talk all about restaurants and online reviews. As Yelp’s Small Business Expert, Emily is in the unique position of having spoken with thousands of restaurant owners about the challenges they face and strategies they employ…

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Andrew Pudalov Of Rush Bowls (Ep 174) 31:40

2y ago31:40

31:40

Join Jaime Oikle of RunningRestaurants.com and Andrew Pudalov, the CEO of Rush Bowls, in a wide-ranging conversation about the restaurant business, including: ● The business origin story ● Pioneering a model ● Pandemic impacts and learnings ● The move to franchising ● Mentorship and leadership ● Fighting against the "perfect storm" challenging rest…

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How to Get Birthday Marketing Right at Your Restaurant (Ep 173) 31:39

2y ago31:39

31:39

Great episode for restaurant marketing! We get into the whys & hows of doing birthday marketing well for your restaurant. I'm so passionate about this topic, we've partnered to offer Birthday Marketing programs for our restaurant operator audience! Check out the tips & advice in this episode and then get in touch with us about getting your birthday…

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Restaurant Talk With Travis Talbot (Ep 172) 34:15

2y ago34:15

34:15

Good one on tap for you... Jaime Oikle of RunningRestaurants.com gets with Travis Talbot, Principal & Lead Strategist of Hospitality Arts as the two circle around a variety of restaurant topics including: Market niches -- Hooks & how they set you apart -- Company culture and positioning -- Social media tips -- Menu engineering -- The COVID Catalyst…

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How To Build a Strong Workplace Culture During Labor Shortages (Ep 171) 24:15

2y ago24:15

24:15

Always great to talk with Tony Smith, CEO of Restaurant 365 about the business. Tony shares a solid and refreshing take on building a company culture that any restaurant business can use to better attract and retain staff -- everyone's biggest challenge these days. We hit on a lot including: Tony's back story & how tech has changed over time -- How…

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Restaurant Tech Trends & Future Developments: With Phil Crawford, CTO of CKE (Ep 170) 25:27

2y ago25:27

25:27

A lot of marketing and tech talk packed into this one! Jaime Oikle of RunningRestaurants.com gets with Phil Crawford, CTO at CKE Restaurants, parent company of Carl's Jr and Hardee's including...Pandemic impacts on QSR -- Importance of push to tech -- Loyalty & Rewards -- Drive thru opportunities -- What's coming with AI & Robotics -- Ghost Kitchen…

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Being Disruptive: What the Restaurant Industry Needs (Ep 169) 30:12

2y ago30:12

30:12

Refreshing stuff with Stratis Morfogen of Brooklyn Chophouse, Brooklyn Dumpling Shop and the author of the new book Be a Disruptor. We talk about breaking rules & conventions, NYC restaurant life in the age of COVID, timing & execution, franchise growth, mob stories and more. Plus the interview pretty much starts with the "F" word...so there's that…

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Inside A Growing Franchise: The Great Greek Mediterranean Grill (Ep 168) 29:48

2y ago29:48

29:48

Want to hear about what explosive growth looks like? Join Jaime Oikle of RunningRestaurants.com as he talks with Bob Anderson, President of The Great Greek Mediterranean Grill about where they are now and the rapid growth that's planned. You have to have a lot of systems in place & working successfully to target aggressive growth as they are so it …

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Tips For Maximizing Profits At Your Restaurant (Ep 167) 27:38

2y ago27:38

27:38

Jaime Oikle of RunningRestaurants.com visits with Ben Pryor, Head of Innovation at SpotOn, to discuss their recently released report, "Maximizing Profits." They walk through several screen grabs from the report, talking about the business and opportunities to enhance profits. Lots of good insights. Check out the episode! Find out more at SpotOn Rep…

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Tech Entrepreneur To Restaurateur & Back: Bo Davis Discovered the Problem He Wanted To Solve (Ep 166) 22:59

2y ago22:59

22:59

Jaime Oikle of RunningRestaurants.com gets with Bo Davis, Co-Founder & CEO of MarginEdge. As both an experienced restaurant operator and tech entrepreneur Bo brought great insights to the episode. It's more important than ever to capture every nickel and dime possible for your restaurant's profits and there's no doubt that tech is leading the way t…

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People First Culture - Best Practices That Are Working In Restaurants (Ep 165) 26:46

2y ago26:46

26:46

Jaime Oikle of RunningRestaurants.com visits with Michel Falcon, author of People First Culture and Founder/CEO of Brasa Peruvian Kitchen. The two uncover a bunch of valuable gold nuggets on the power of people development in your restaurant business. How do you start, grow, and make future expansion plans in a pandemic? Well, Michel has the formul…

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Startup Story - Restaurants & Life (& Softball): Bill Hoopes Of Capital Tacos (Ep 164) 31:58

2y ago31:58

31:58

This was a fun one for me as we got to mix softball, life and restaurants into an episode. Jaime Oikle of RunningRestaurants.com gets with Bill Hoopes from Capital Tacos and Florida PGF Softball for a wide ranging conversation. Bill's story is inspirational in many ways and I'm beyond sure that he's going to be successful in his new venture with th…

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