1224: Three Elements that Define Excellence with Rudy Miick, Part 2

1224: Three Elements that Define Excellence with Rudy Miick, Part 2

Author: Inspiring interviews with todays most successful restaurateurs 2-days a wee October 2, 2025 Duration: 1:14:44

Rudy's an executive coach, psychologist, restaurateur, writer, speaker, athlete and dad. His clients typically run at 3 – 5 times above median profit within our industry, and they get there within contract periods. He is a co-founder and curriculum creator for UCLA Extension's Hospitality Management Program and was an adjunct professor there for 13 years. Rudy is a Certified Management Consultant, CMC®. This certification is only given after meeting the highest global standards and ethical canons of the profession. Less than 1% of all consultants have achieved this level of excellence. He is also a member of Foodservice Consultants Society International (FCSI) and has served as a Worldwide board member, Chairman of the Americas, and Chair of Continuing Professional Standards for the Foodservice Industry. Rudy's worked with over 1,750 restaurateurs to shift their dreams to achieved goals. He & his team have over 350 successful restaurant start-ups. And, his client success is consistent in a myriad of industries: restaurants, hospitality, resorts, healthcare, technology, manufacturing, martial arts, retail, film, fitness and more. Rudy also gives his time as a consultant/coach for the Boulder Small Business Development Center.

Rudy Miick has been a guest on Restaurant Unstoppable 5 times before. This episode is part 2 of a 3-part workshop all about the "Three Elements that Define Excellence" in your restaurant or organization. Join the Restaurant Unstoppable Network to join these workshops LIVE and aks the experts YOUR questions! 

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Eric Cacciatore sits down with the people who actually run the show in the world of food service. Restaurant Unstoppable with Eric Cacciatore is built on conversations with established restaurateurs and seasoned professionals who have navigated the intense realities of the industry. Twice a week, these interviews dig past the surface, focusing on the tangible details of leadership, team management, and effective marketing that separate a thriving venue from a struggling one. You’ll hear firsthand accounts of what worked, what didn’t, and the often-overlooked decisions that shape a restaurant's path. This podcast serves as a direct line to collective experience, whether you're dreaming of your first opening or steering a multi-location group. The dialogue is practical, centered on the daily grind and long-term strategy needed to build something lasting. For anyone invested in the business of hospitality, these regular episodes compile a vital resource, turning shared insights into actionable knowledge for your own journey.
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