Ever feel like running your restaurant is running you into the ground? You’re not alone. This week on The Restaurant Coach Podcast, we’re diving into a game-changing conversation with Angela Hepler, a Certified Restaurant Coach who’s mastered the art of balancing a thriving, profitable restaurant without letting it take over your life. Angela uses the transformative TRC Method, proven in over 2800 restaurants, to shift from daily grind to strategic growth and personal well-being. What to Expect: Uncover Angela’s secrets to implementing mindfulness in the chaos of the restaurant world. Discov ..read more

Welcome to The Restaurant Coach Podcast, it IS the cure for the common restaurant. Are you feeling ensnared in the relentless grind of daily operations at your eatery? You’re not alone. Many restaurant owners find themselves stuck in a loop, constantly working IN their business, which ultimately stunts their growth and hampers profitability. However, there’s a silver lining, and in our latest episode, we tackle this pervasive issue head-on. Transitioning from operations to ownership isn’t just a shift in tasks; it’s a complete paradigm shift in how you view and run your restaurant. This change ..read more

Welcome to The Restaurant Coach Podcast, it is the CURE for the common restaurant. Discover the game-changing lessons I’ve gained from coaching over 2800 restaurants over the last 14 years! In this episode, I share invaluable insights gleaned from coaching diverse restaurants worldwide. From the importance of knowing your numbers and core values to tackling bad hiring habits, time management, and marketing strategies, these lessons will redefine your approach to restaurant management. Learn from real stories, avoid common pitfalls, and elevate your restaurant game! If you want the full playboo ..read more

Welcome to The Restaurant Coach Podcast, it IS the cure for the common restaurant. Strap in, restaurant warriors. Today, we’re embarking on a reconnaissance mission into the treacherous terrain of the restaurant business. The battlefield is fraught with hidden dangers that can sabotage your success and obliterate your bottom line. Here’s a covert peek at just a few of the 19 insidious profit pitfalls that are laying in wait to ensnare unwary restaurateurs. BOOK AT STRATEGY SESSION WITH DONALD 1. The Great Food Cost Illusion: Mismanaging your food costs is like letting a fox guard the henhous ..read more

Welcome to The Restaurant Coach Podcast, it is the CURE for the common restaurant. Do you want to learn the secrets of menu pricing? In this episode, I will share the 5 game-changing tips to ensure you win the menu pricing game once and for all. If you want the full playbook on how to grow your restaurant to 4X revenue, and finally move to spending your time working on the business rather than in it, then… BOOK AT STRATEGY SESSION WITH DONALD Subscribe for more straight-shooting advice and transformative strategies. Show Links: Take my FREE TRC Method MASTERCLASS! Text With Me Directly & ..read more

Welcome to The Restaurant Coach Podcast, the cure for the common restaurant. In today’s episode, we’re diving into a topic that hits close to home for many restaurateurs: habits. It’s a simple truth that the success of your restaurant directly mirrors your personal and professional habits. But what happens when those habits contribute more to burnout than to breakthroughs? I recently led a deep dive with my Restaurant Masterminds group, exploring the art of breaking old habits and installing new ones. The goal? To shift from feeling overwhelmed by your restaurant to truly owning your role as i ..read more

Welcome to The Restaurant Coach Podcast, the cure for the common restaurant. Leadership in the restaurant industry is not for the faint of heart. It’s a constant battle, a dance with a beast that can either make you a hero or leave you in the dust. And while you’re out there, loving every moment of this wild ride, including the team you often find yourself complaining about, it’s time for some hard truths. Yes, we all have our moments of fantasizing about drastic measures when the pressure mounts, but did you know your team might be doing the same about you? Behind the dedication and hard work ..read more

Welcome to The Restaurant Coach Podcast, it is the cure for the common restaurant. In our latest episode, we’re smashing some of the biggest marketing myths that have been holding back restaurants and bars. I’m Donald Burns, The Restaurant Coach, and it’s time to expose these myths for what they are – total BS. BOOK AT STRATEGY SESSION WITH DONALD Myth #1: Big Money Equals Effective Marketing Busted: You don’t need to break the bank to make an impact. Forget generic social media posts; it’s about being creative, courageous, and a little weird. Think about it: a wing warrior challenge or a se ..read more

Welcome to The Restaurant Coach Podcast, the cure for the common restaurant. In our latest eye-opening episode, we’re tackling a taboo yet critical topic in the restaurant industry – the glorification of the 80-hour workweek. It’s time for a hard-hitting reality check: your 80-hour workweek is not just exhausting; it’s downright stupid. BOOK AT STRATEGY SESSION WITH DONALD Breaking Down the Myth: The industry has long worn the 80-hour workweek as a badge of honor, a testament to dedication and hard work. But at what cost? We delve into the physical, mental, and emotional toll this unsustainab ..read more

Welcome to The Restaurant Coach Podcast, the cure for the common restaurant. Today’s episode is all about shattering the norms of stress and overwhelm in the restaurant industry. We’re diving deep into the world of systematic success with a special focus on my TRC Method and its backbone – the 3P Framework. Transforming Chaos into Success: The 3P Framework isn’t just another tool; it’s a lifeline for those drowning in the chaos of restaurant management. It offers clarity, organization, and prioritization, turning overwhelming tasks into achievable steps. In this episode, I’m inviting you to an ..read more