The Bar Business Podcast: Smart Hospitality & Marketing Secrets For Bar & Pub Owners
Welcome to the Bar Business Podcast, where we help bar owners increase profits, attract loyal guests, and simplify operations without burnout so you can finally enjoy life outside the bar. Our host, Chris Schneider, draws on his over twenty years of experience in the industry to bring you valuable insights and practical advice every week. From creating a winning menu and designing a stylish bar, to effective marketing strategies and HR best practices, we've got you covered. Join us on the journey to bar business success and take the first step towards a brighter future for your establishment.
Episodes
77 episodes
The Top 5 Bookkeeping Mistakes Bar Owners Make
How can you avoid the top bookkeeping mistakes that could be draining your bar's profits? In this week's episode of the Bar Business Podcast, I, Chris Schneider, promise to uncover the five most common pitfalls that bar owners face in their fin...
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Episode 77
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35:18
From Numbers to Success: Transforming Bar Operations with Servant Leadership
How do you turn raw data and KPIs into actionable strategies that lead to success in the bar industry? In this episode of the Bar Business Podcast, we explore this transition from numbers to effective leadership. We discuss how adopting the rig...
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Season 2
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Episode 76
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38:22
Demystifying Bar Worth: Practical Methods for Determining A Bar's Value
Ever wondered how much your bar is really worth? This week on the Bar Business Podcast, we promise to equip you with the essential knowledge to accurately value your bar. Learn to navigate the complexities of bar valuation with our breakdown of...
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Season 2
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Episode 75
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36:55
Revolutionizing Small Business Funding: Ross Chanowski on Community-Focused Crowdfunding and Financial Resilience in Hospitality
Learn about different types and forms of bar financing with Ross Chanowski, the founder of NuMarket. Ross passionately shares his journey into social entrepreneurship and the profound impact small, community-focused businesses can have on their...
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Season 2
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Episode 74
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57:37
Navigating the No Tax on Tips Policy: Impacts on Labor Costs and Strategic Financial Metrics
Can the proposed "no tax on tips" policy revolutionize the bar and restaurant industry? This week on the Bar Business Podcast, we dissect the potential ramifications of this policy, supported by both major political parties. We explore how it c...
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Season 2
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Episode 73
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30:59
The Digital Playground: Shawn Walchef on Modern Bar Marketing
Shawn Walchef from Cali BBQ Media shares his journey with us, from taking over a humble breakfast concept in 2008 and turning it into a family-friendly bar to becoming a digital marketing thought leader in the hospitality industry. Shawn unveil...
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Episode 72
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46:57
Shelby Hiltunen on Elevating Bar Brands with Strategic Design
Unlock the secrets to creating a standout brand identity for your bar with expert insights from Shelby Hiltunen, owner of Hold My Crown. Shelby joins us to discuss everything from selecting the right fonts and colors to crafting a mood board th...
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Season 2
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Episode 71
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50:24
Empowering Bar Teams: Emily LaRuffa on Sustainable Profitability and Strategic Leadership
What if you could revolutionize your bar's profitability while creating a supportive, empowered team? This week on the Bar Business Podcast, we welcome Emily LaRuffa, owner of Oracle Hospitality Consulting, who shares her deep-seated knowledge ...
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Season 2
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Episode 70
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1:08:17
Crafting Theatrical Cocktails: Tanner Weston on Immersive Bar Experiences and Storytelling
Have you ever wondered how a background in theater can revolutionize the craft of bartending? Join us as we sit down with Tanner Weston to uncover the secrets behind creating unforgettable bar experiences. Tanner's unique journey from the world...
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Season 2
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Episode 69
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46:27
Democratizing Mixology: Chris Tunstall on Craft Cocktails, Profitability, and Bar Tools
What if the secret to mastering mixology was simply a matter of accessible education and the right tools? Join us this week on the Bar Business Podcast as we sit down with Chris Tunstall from A Bar Above, who shares his transformative journey f...
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Season 2
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Episode 68
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52:15
Economic Insights and Revolutionary Spirits
Discover the financial pulse of the bar and restaurant industry in our latest episode of the Bar Business Podcast with me, Chris Schneider. Learn how top-performing establishments are navigating increased labor, food, and occupancy costs while ...
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Season 2
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Episode 67
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28:53
Money Matters: Navigating Cash Flow Challenges in Bars
Can a bar with great food and service still fail? Absolutely, and today's episode of the Bar Business Podcast reveals why. Join me, your host Chris Schneider, as I share a personal tale about my parents' fine dining restaurant in Indianapolis. ...
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Season 2
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Episode 66
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32:31
Staff Well-Being and Sustainable Spirits with Tim Etherington-Judge
Discover the untold challenges and triumphs within the bar industry as we chat with Tim Etherington-Judge, the innovative mind behind Healthy Hospo and Avallen spirits. From Cornwall to his global stints in New Zealand, India, and Africa, Tim's...
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Season 2
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Episode 65
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1:32:47
Myth-Busting Bar Failures: Realistic Stats and Profitability Insights
What if the failure rate statistics you've been hearing about the bar industry are all wrong? Join me, Chris Schneider, on this week's Bar Business Podcast as we dispel some of the most pervasive myths that have been haunting bar owners for yea...
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Season 2
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Episode 64
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34:44
Discovering Hospitality DNA with Dave Nitzel
Join us in this captivating episode as we host Dave Nitzel of Dave and Dave, Hospitality and Barmetrix. Dave shares his journey from working with giants like UPS and Office Depot to acquiring Barmetrix franchises and co-authoring the books The ...
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Season 2
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Episode 63
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56:08
Revolutionizing Bar Profitability with AI: Inside Starfish's Analytics with Jordan Silverman
Ever wondered how you could transform your bar or restaurant's finances with minimal effort? This week on the Bar Business Podcast, we sit down with Jordan Silverman of Starfish, an AI-driven analytic and benchmarking platform that's disrupting...
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Season 2
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Episode 62
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35:28
Fine-Tuning Your Bar's Performance with Strategic Metrics Analysis
Ever wondered how the pros turn a good bar into a great one? Unlock the secret sauce as we dissect Key Performance Indicators (KPIs) that will revolutionize your bar's performance. In our latest podcast episode, I walk you through identifying a...
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Season 2
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Episode 61
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36:43
Tales of the Till Perfecting Bar Cash Handling Techniques
This episode peels back the curtain on the vital role of cash management in the bar industry, a lesson in finance that might just save your business from the perils of poor oversight. I'll walk you through the undeniable benefits of accepting c...
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Season 2
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Episode 60
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38:30
Time Mastery for Bar Owners: Advance Planning and the Power of Prioritization
Picture this: You're closing up the bar after another hectic day, already dreading tomorrow's to-do list. What if I told you that with a few clever tweaks to your routine, you could greet the dawn with confidence instead of chaos? Today, we pee...
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Season 2
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Episode 59
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35:24
Shelf Smarts: Secrets to Successful Bar Inventory Management
Ever wondered why your bar's profits might be pouring down the drain? The answer could lie in the nuanced world of inventory management, which we're cracking open in this week's Bar Business Podcast. I'm Chris Schneider, and I'm here to walk yo...
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Season 2
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Episode 58
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35:54
Demystifying Prime Costs: Rethinking the 55% Rule for Bar Profitability
Ever wondered why your bar isn't hitting that golden 55% prime cost target? This week on the Bar Business Podcast, I reveal why this number isn't the be-all and end-all for every establishment. You'll learn how factors like location and occupan...
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Season 2
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Episode 57
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39:44
Serving Up Knowledge with Greg Buda: The Power of Educated Bar Teams
Embark on an insightful journey with Greg Buda, as he shares the cocktail of skills that took him from the lab bench to the buzzing bar scene. Greg distills the essence of shifting from consulting to ownership, spilling secrets on the art of de...
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Season 2
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Episode 56
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37:09
Unveiling the Secrets to Hospitality Excellence with Sean Finter
Unlock hospitality's hidden code with bar industry juggernaut Sean Fenter, who joins your host Chris Schneider for a revelatory discussion on navigating the perilous yet rewarding world of bars and restaurants. Discover the secret sauce disting...
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Season 2
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Episode 55
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46:03
Decoding Your P&L: Navigating the Financials for Bar Business Breakthroughs
Unlock the secrets to a profitable bar with this week's deep-dive into the misunderstood world of Profit and Loss statements. I'm Chris Schneider, your guide through the maze of bar bookkeeping, and together we'll clarify the complexities of P&...
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Season 2
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Episode 54
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47:42
Mixing Mastery with Marketing: Propelling Your Bar to Success with Jason Lattrell
Prepare to unlock the secrets of bar business success with industry virtuoso Jason Lattrell as we tap into the gritty realities and marketing mastery that define today's bar scene. Jason dissects the challenges and opportunities that can make o...
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Season 2
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Episode 53
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53:26