Starting a business can be one of the most stressful experiences in a person's life. It can also be one of the most rewarding. Regardless of the type of business you're running, there are a lot of decisions you need to make. Those can be big and small but they all make a difference. View Post

Memorial Day is an American holiday that falls on the last Monday of May each year. Our nation has celebrated it since the Civil War. One of the first known Memorial Day celebrations was a gathering of freed slaves in Charleston, South Carolina. Every spring since then, people have gathered in remembrance of fallen soldiers. In 1971, the US government recognized it as a federal holiday. Unofficially, it's become the start of the summer season.

To add some patriotism to your menu, try making this Memorial Day Italian soda!

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COVID-19 or Coronavirus has become a global epidemic. Schools are shutting down, people are working from home, and we're asked to stay 6-10 feet away from other people. More than anything, people want to know your coffee shop is a safe, uncontaminated place. View Post

Independent coffee shops will always be competing with chains. It's inevitable. Independent coffee shops consistently do better than chains because they have more freedom. A chain has to go all the way up the corporate ladder before something can change, whereas smaller coffee shops have a lot mo... View Post

Drive-thrus are a staple to American restaurant success. Businesses with drive-thrus are far more successful than businesses without them. Your coffee shop will benefit greatly from incorporating a drive-thru. View Post

Keeping your business ahead of the game is an important part of success. Knowing your competitors and your customers is a big part of that. You need to understand what sets apart your business from your competition. This is the difference between a business doing okay and a business thriving. If you follow these 8 steps, your business will be ahead of the game. View Post