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Serving Up Dreams Leadership and Life Lessons from the Kitchen
Manage episode 418196294 series 3476062
Ever found yourself captivated by the raw, unfiltered tales behind a local business's rise to success? That's precisely what we got when Chris Connors, the culinary virtuoso behind Farmstead Bakery and FS Coffee Company, pulled up a chair and offered an unvarnished look at the peaks and valleys of entrepreneurial life. From the minutiae of managing a Michelin-starred restaurant to the heartwarming hustle of setting up a family-run eatery, this episode is an amalgam of grit, grind, and gastronomic glory. Chris, with his wealth of experience, doesn't just tell a story; he serves up a masterclass in the art of thriving amidst the vibrant yet demanding landscape of St. George's dining culture.
Closing the chat, we zoom out to the broader strokes of St. George's growth and the unique charm we're all striving to preserve. As we grapple with the complexities of smart housing and urban development, we stay rooted in the essence of what makes a community thrive. It's a reflection on the importance of hospitality in a city on the rise and a reminder that the heart of St. George is its people. This episode isn't just a lesson in the mechanics of business; it's a mosaic of insights on life, leadership, and the pursuit of a dream that's as much about the journey as it is the destination.
Find Wealth 435 Here:
https://realestate435.kw.com/
Find Farmstead here:
https://www.farmsteadbakery.com/
Find FS Coffee here:
https://fscoffeecompany.com/
Find Blue Form Media here:
https://www.blueformmedia.com/
Chapters
1. Local Business Growth and Challenges (00:00:00)
2. Homebuying and Restaurant Venture Journey (00:12:54)
3. Entrepreneurship and Real Estate Journey (00:18:16)
4. Lessons in Business and Leadership (00:31:02)
5. Career Progression in Hospitality Industry (00:44:41)
6. Life in Cardiff by the Sea (00:56:07)
7. Michelin Star Restaurant Journey (01:02:25)
8. Entrepreneur's Real Estate and Restaurant Journey (01:08:41)
9. Streamlining Restaurant Operations for Efficiency (01:19:17)
10. Importance of Hospitality in St George (01:27:51)
11. Preserving St. George's Unique Culture (01:31:25)
12. Smart Housing for City Growth (01:35:37)
13. Housing Solutions for City Development (01:47:29)
14. Family Life and Competitive Sons (01:57:52)
64 episodes
Manage episode 418196294 series 3476062
Ever found yourself captivated by the raw, unfiltered tales behind a local business's rise to success? That's precisely what we got when Chris Connors, the culinary virtuoso behind Farmstead Bakery and FS Coffee Company, pulled up a chair and offered an unvarnished look at the peaks and valleys of entrepreneurial life. From the minutiae of managing a Michelin-starred restaurant to the heartwarming hustle of setting up a family-run eatery, this episode is an amalgam of grit, grind, and gastronomic glory. Chris, with his wealth of experience, doesn't just tell a story; he serves up a masterclass in the art of thriving amidst the vibrant yet demanding landscape of St. George's dining culture.
Closing the chat, we zoom out to the broader strokes of St. George's growth and the unique charm we're all striving to preserve. As we grapple with the complexities of smart housing and urban development, we stay rooted in the essence of what makes a community thrive. It's a reflection on the importance of hospitality in a city on the rise and a reminder that the heart of St. George is its people. This episode isn't just a lesson in the mechanics of business; it's a mosaic of insights on life, leadership, and the pursuit of a dream that's as much about the journey as it is the destination.
Find Wealth 435 Here:
https://realestate435.kw.com/
Find Farmstead here:
https://www.farmsteadbakery.com/
Find FS Coffee here:
https://fscoffeecompany.com/
Find Blue Form Media here:
https://www.blueformmedia.com/
Chapters
1. Local Business Growth and Challenges (00:00:00)
2. Homebuying and Restaurant Venture Journey (00:12:54)
3. Entrepreneurship and Real Estate Journey (00:18:16)
4. Lessons in Business and Leadership (00:31:02)
5. Career Progression in Hospitality Industry (00:44:41)
6. Life in Cardiff by the Sea (00:56:07)
7. Michelin Star Restaurant Journey (01:02:25)
8. Entrepreneur's Real Estate and Restaurant Journey (01:08:41)
9. Streamlining Restaurant Operations for Efficiency (01:19:17)
10. Importance of Hospitality in St George (01:27:51)
11. Preserving St. George's Unique Culture (01:31:25)
12. Smart Housing for City Growth (01:35:37)
13. Housing Solutions for City Development (01:47:29)
14. Family Life and Competitive Sons (01:57:52)
64 episodes
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