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Ray Oldenburg’s book “The Great Good Place” explores the concept of “third places,” where people can meet, set aside their concerns from their long hours of work, and hang out with the intention of having good company and lively conversation.  Some of the places he noted were coffee shops and bookstores, which play crucial roles […]

It’s a given that starting a business from scratch, particularly in a dense coffee shop industry, will never be easy.  At some point, you can get overwhelmed by the things you must prepare, which can cost you a hefty bill.  So, you might want to ask: How much does it really cost to open a

Buying a restaurant for sale bypasses the riskiest startup phase, delivering a proven business foundation.  The reality of the U.S. restaurant industry is a challenging one, with an estimated 30% failure rate during the initial years. Starting a restaurant from scratch can therefore feel like a risky gamble.  But when you buy an already existing

According to research by Jessie Hagen at U.S. Bank, 82% of business failures are caused by poor cash flow management. This isn’t just a scary statistic; it’s a wake-up call.  Learning how to calculate EBITDA gives you a clear vision of your business’s financial health, helping you make smarter decisions, whether it’s investing in tools

According to Oysterlink, a specialized job platform, only 34.6% of restaurants make it past the 10-year mark. And scaling a single establishment into a full-fledged restaurant chain? Now that’s the ultimate taste of success.  However, no matter how big the success is, in business, learning is constant. You’ve mastered running a single restaurant, but scaling

Building a brand identity takes more than just naming your business; but rather creating unique, effective cafe names that best suit your mission and vision.  With a distinctive brand name, attracting discerning customers is within reach.  The question is, how are you going to do it?  It is a process that involves brainstorming ideas, seeking