Out here in the real world, the economy is shaky. We have tariffs, rising food costs and guests spending less. You feel it every day. Independent operators have weathered downturns before, and we’ll do it again with discipline and strategy. Here are three strategies every restaurant owner needs ...

 Bragging about working 80 hours a week isn’t leadership. It’s martyrdom. With the right systems, you can free up your time and give you back your life. Let’s talk about three restaurant systems that save you 10 or more hours every week without sacrificing profits.

System #1: Use scheduling temp...

So you bought a restaurant — or maybe you inherited the family joint. You figured, “I love food. I love people. How hard could this be?” Here’s the hard truth: you don’t know what you don’t know. Those blind spots are like potholes you don’t see until your suspension is already shot. From your re...

 You can have the best systems, the best training, the clearest leadership and airtight accountability. But if you don’t take action, nothing changes. And here’s the kicker: the longer you wait, the harder it gets. Fear and overwhelm are the two biggest anchors holding you back as an owner. Today...

Have you ever said, “We’ve tried systems, but they didn’t work”? Here’s the uncomfortable truth: it’s not the systems; it’s the accountability. Systems fail without it. You can have the prettiest checklist and the most expensive software, but if no one makes sure those systems are followed every ...

Here’s a truth that might sting: your restaurant’s success starts and ends with you. If your team is unmotivated, unorganized or unaccountable, it isn’t just “bad hires” — it’s leadership. And if you don’t become the leader your restaurant deserves, you’ll keep fighting the same fires day after d...

If you feel like you’re working harder than ever and your restaurant still can’t run without you, listen up. I’m about to show you the one thing that will give you your life back. It’s not magic. It’s not luck. It’s systems. Let’s talk about how to build restaurant systems that solve the problems...

Are you managing your restaurant like it’s 2005 with spreadsheet schedules and guest checks in a shoebox? Or are you running a restaurant that practically runs itself? Which sounds better? Today I want to share how technology is reshaping restaurants so you can finally work on your business inste...

 Some restaurant owners seem to have it all figured out. Their restaurants hum with energy, their teams are dialed in, and they keep hitting their numbers, even when the industry throws curveballs. Others? They spin their wheels, overwhelmed and barely keep their heads above water. I’ve coached t...

If your team flinches when they hear “accountability,” you’re doing it wrong — and it’s costing you thousands. Accountability isn’t about blame. It’s about ownership. And when it’s done right, your entire restaurant culture transforms. I always say accountability equals answerability. It’s not ab...

You've heard me say it before: systems change everything. But maybe you're thinking, “That’s great for someone else. My situation is different.” Well, guess what? These restaurant owners thought the same thing. And today, I’m going to share what happened when they finally said “enough” and did th...