Gary Occhiogrosso Contributor I write about the franchising, restaurant and food services industry. Introduction Successful people did not get there by chance alone; instead, they developed habits that enabled them to accomplish their objectives, strive for greater heights, and maintain their motivation. If you want to be successful in business but are unsure how to… read more
Employers
Employee Onboarding and Retention
When you are hiring new employees, the onboarding process has an undeniable impact on employee satisfaction and retention. The first few days, weeks, and months set the tone and affect how people form in their new jobs. There’s no doubt that improving employee retention should be a priority for all companies. This process starts… read more
How To Be Unshakeable In Every Situation (Stoic Life Lessons Quotes)
By Holly Burns Stoicism, an ancient philosophy founded in Athens by Zeno of Citium, offers practical wisdom for navigating life’s challenges. Its teachings remain relevant today, providing a roadmap for cultivating inner peace and resilience. This article explores key Stoic principles that can help us become unshakeable in every situation Don’t Worry About What… read more
12 signs you have a remarkably driven mindset that some people find intimidating
by Paul Brian. May 9, 2023, 8:00 pm If you’re a driven, high-energy individual then you’re focused on your goals. However sometimes your high-octane personality is actually intimidating some people around you. Here’s how to find out if that’s the case and what to do about it if so. 1) People respond to your… read more
Culture is Key in Recruiting & Retention – Focusing on Employee Wellness
– by Ainsley Lawrence – Ainsley Lawrence is a freelance writer with an interest in the way business, technology, and education intersect with the personal. She loves traveling to beautiful places and is frequently lost in a good book. Things are quickly shifting in the business world, especially for companies that don’t truly… read more
Former Darden CEO: How to Create a Restaurant Culture of Aspiration
REGARDLESS OF INDUSTRY, ALL COMPANIES MUST LOOK INWARD TO FIND THE TALENT THEY NEED TO SUCCEED . . . It’s a fact. High talent turnover is inherent in the restaurant industry. It’s estimated that three out of four restaurant employees are planning to leave their job. Furthermore, the average restaurant loses $150,000 yearly in just… read more
Who Should Train New Restaurant Employees?
BEFORE OPERATORS CAN DELEGATE TRAINING, THEY MUST HAVE SYSTEMS IN PLACE . . . . Training your restaurant team members and management is critical to your success. But in a busy restaurant environment, who can you spare to do the actual training? I’ll give you a hint: it’s probably not your best employee and it… read more
Food services/drinking places added 70,000 jobs. Now 100,000 short of pre-pandemic levels
Food services and drinking places added nearly 70,000 jobs in February, according to new federal data. They are now 100,000 jobs short of pre-pandemic levels . . . . Restaurants and Bars Near a Full Job Recovery Restaurants and bars continued to add a healthy dose of workers last month as the industry gets near… read more
Why & How Managers Should Cultivate a Positive Company Culture
– by Ainsley Lawrence – Ainsley Lawrence is a freelance writer with an interest in the way business, technology, and education intersect with the personal. She loves traveling to beautiful places and is frequently lost in a good book. Managers have a lot on their plates, especially when they take the responsibility of… read more
How Leaders Can Inspire Loyalty in Employees & Customers
– by Ainsley Lawrence Ainsley Lawrence is a freelance writer with an interest in the way business, technology, and education intersect with the personal. She loves traveling to beautiful places and is frequently lost in a good book. Loyalty is essential to the success of any business. If you only focused on bringing… read more