SUMMARY:
In this episode we dive into the essential systems that drive successful coffee businesses. Ben and Aaron discuss the power of standardized operations, drawing lessons from franchises like Starbucks while maintaining the independent coffee shop spirit. From streamlining equipment choices to optimizing labor costs and tracking key performance metrics, we explore why having a replicable system is the secret to scaling without chaos.
Discover how a well-structured scorecard can give you control over your business, allowing you to make data-driven decisions instead of relying on gut feelings. Whether you're opening your first location or expanding to multiple stores, this episode is packed with insights to help you build a thriving, efficient coffee brand.
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Minute by Minute:
0:00 Introduction
5:58 It’s not recreating the wheel
9:37 Do you have a scorecard?
16:56 Breaking down numbers for multiple locations
24:33 People want to have fun at work