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Raymond Albert Kroc (1902-1984). The man who signed up to selling paper cups and milk shake mixers after World War II. That’s until he spotted a diamond in the rough while doing his thing. Well, one day, he bumped into a modest hamburger restaurant owned and run by two brothers Maurice and Richard McDonald in San Bernadino, California. The man was impressed. Being the visionary that he was, Kroc talked the two brothers into franchising their business, and thereon implemented a myriad of innovative business strategies that propelled its growth to levels never imagined by the founders. Still seeing its potential, Kroc went on to purchase McDonald’s from Maurice and Richard McDonald. The rest is history. Today, McDonald's is the world’s largest fast food restaurant chain, present in 100+ countries. Right after Walmart, it’s the world’s second largest private employer and in 2022, the world’s sixth highest in terms of brand value. Ray Kroc, the maverick of fast food, is also known for many legendary quotes. For me, the one that takes the prize (and live by) is this one… “When you’re green, you’re growing. When you’re ripe, you rot.” So folks, it’s time to take inventory of ourselves. What is it that YOU are doing to stay Green? #TeamGreen #NewBeginnings #TradeFinance

We love this book about Zappos, the American shoe distributor because it talks about a very hot topic in our office, service vs hospitality (look out in a few weeks for another great book about this). Where as service is something 99% of accountants do, aka, replying to an email, at Yellowstone Accounts we're all about hospitality and that means going over and above. There's a great example in this book of hospitality in action, where in Zappos challenged customers to ask them anything, and one person ordered Pizza! Of course, we're not all going to be ordering Pizza for clients at 9pm! However, this book also goes a long way to teaching you how to use expectations to move from service to hospitality. For example, Zappos would offer free 3-5 day shipping but always ensure the shoes arrived early, exceeding expectations and creating a legion of repeat customers. Ultimately those repeat customers were the key to Zappos' extraordinary growth, and their hospitality ethos was are the core of that. #bookoftheweek #InvestInYou #Yellowstoneaccounts #isleofman #douglas #yellowsstoneaccountsisleofman

In this conversation, Nick Sanford, the owner of Toss and Fire Woodfired Pizza, shares his journey of starting with a trailer and transitioning to multiple food trucks and brick-and-mortar locations. He emphasizes the importance of learning from other food truck operators and seeking advice from those who have already built what you're thinking of building. Takeaways ✅ Starting with a trailer can be a cost-effective way to enter the food truck business. ✅ Learning from other food truck operators and seeking advice from experienced individuals can be invaluable. ✅ The costs of starting a food truck can vary depending on factors such as the type of truck and equipment needed. ✅ Weather can be a significant challenge in the food truck business, impacting sales and operations.

The old principals still work today. Would you like fries with that? It was a simple yet brilliant way for McDonalds to add 20% to the bottom line. When you think about your clients and services/products, what could be your fries? How could you offer something extra with every sale that your existing customers would love and that has a reasonable margin to help boost your profits? If you need some help coming up with an idea, please send me a message and we can discuss this further. #increasesales #growyourbusiness #profitmaximization

The old principals still work today. Would you like fries with that? It was a simple yet brilliant way for McDonalds to add 20% to the bottom line. When you think about your clients and services/products, what could be your fries? How could you offer something extra with every sale that your existing customers would love and that has a reasonable margin to help boost your profits? If you need some help coming up with an idea, please send me a message and we can discuss this further. #increasesales #growyourbusiness #profitmaximization

It's time to talk about tacos 🌮 Happy National Taco Day! Did you know? 100% of Texans claim tacos as their favorite food.* (*This stat is as reliable as your colleague's "5-minute meeting" actually lasting 5 minutes.) Business lessons from tacos: 1. Diversity is key - the more variety, the better the team (or taco) 2. Flexibility - be ready to pivot, just like a soft shell 3. Always be prepared for some spill-over - keep a napkin (or crisis management plan) handy Today's networking tip: Ask a colleague their taco preference. It's guaranteed to be less awkward than discussing the weather. 😃 Share your favorite taco spot - it could be the next trendy business lunch location! #dfwwomensclub #NationalTacoDay #BusinessAndTacos #TexasLovesTacos

I’ve spent the last 10 years in the pizza world, working directly with operators to help them build better, more profitable businesses. And trust me, I’ve seen it all. The wins, the struggles, the late nights wondering how the hell to make things run smoother. But here’s the thing… I’m just getting started. The next five years are going to be exciting. I’m doubling down, and the goal is simple: help pizzeria owners even more, with even more resources. From solving food cost headaches to nailing that perfect menu, to keeping customers coming back for more. This business changes constantly. Everything I’ve learned from working with pizza operators is going into this next phase.

𝐖𝐄𝐄𝐊𝐄𝐍𝐃 𝐑𝐄𝐅𝐄𝐑𝐑𝐀𝐋 ⭐️🌟✨ "𝗧𝗵𝗲 𝗺𝗼𝗿𝗲 𝘆𝗼𝘂 𝗴𝗶𝘃𝗲 𝗼𝗳 𝘆𝗼𝘂𝗿𝘀𝗲𝗹𝗳, 𝘁𝗵𝗲 𝗺𝗼𝗿𝗲 𝘆𝗼𝘂 𝗿𝗲𝗰𝗲𝗶𝘃𝗲" - 𝗥𝗮𝘆 𝗞𝗿𝗼𝗰 (American businessman who purchased the fast food company McDonald's in 1961) #thankyousomuch #wordscantexplain #reallyappreciated #financialadvice #publicmutualisabrand #publicmutualconsultant #publicmutual #weaddvaluetopeoplelife #unittrustinvestment #kitejagakite #GoldenPhoenixAdvisory #Vgreatagency #togetherwegrowbetter

🔍 The Hidden Key to McDonald's Success 🔍 McDonald's might not be the finest dining option in town, but its unparalleled consistency is something to admire. Despite the vast number of customers they serve daily, the chances of getting food poisoning at McDonald's are almost non-existent. This reliability fosters trust and confidence in their brand. In the world of business, it’s not always about being the absolute best, but about ensuring your customers know exactly what to expect. McDonald's has mastered this by consistently delivering a reliable experience, which is a lesson every business can learn from. Watch this video to explore the unexpected reasons behind McDonald's success and why consumer confidence is key to thriving in any market. 🍔 #BusinessStrategy #ConsumerBehavior #BrandLoyalty #McDonalds #SuccessStory #MarketingInsights https://lnkd.in/d6pcdAct

We're beyond excited to announce that TipHaus took home the WIN 🏆 at the Restaurant Technology Network's Ring of Fire competition at #MURTEC2024! 🎉 This win holds a special significance. Steven Hooper Jr, who brought the house down with his fiery pitch, is no stranger to the challenges of the restaurant industry. Having previously worked for Ethan Stowell Restaurants, Steve witnessed firsthand the struggles of a flawed tipping system. Employees weren't receiving their tips promptly, leading to frustration and ultimately, high turnover. He was also aware of the financial risk the business was taking due to possible issues with legal compliances. This experience fueled Steve's passion for finding a solution. He discovered TipHaus and its innovative Earned Tip Access™ feature, which offers employees prompt payouts, with funds available in their accounts within just 5 minutes of distribution, accessible 24/7, eliminating the wait for banks to open or endure slow ACH processes. The impact was undeniable. Staff retention skyrocketed up 20% as employees received their hard-earned tips promptly and transparently. Steve's success story is a testament to the transformative power of TipHaus. We also extend a huge round of applause to all the other Ring of Fire finalists. The competition was fierce, and witnessing everyone's creativity and drive was truly inspiring. 🔥 #restauranttech #hospitalitytech #futureofwork #innovation