763: Checklists 101 Workshop with David Scott Peters

763: Checklists 101 Workshop with David Scott Peters

Author: Inspiring interviews with todays most successful restaurateurs 2-days a wee November 26, 2020 Duration: 1:48:46

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In this episode David Scott Peters joins Eric Cacciatore on the Restaurant Unstoppable Podcast to discuss how to develop checklists to "enforce your will.".

David Scott Peters offers a 24-week premium coaching program for independent restaurant owners who are committed to transformation. The first step is a discovery call where David helps you identify what is holding you back from the breakthrough that leads to the freedom you deserve.

Working through this information together, you and he will determine if his program is a good fit for you. If not, you'll leave the call with the steps to follow to breakthrough.

Please note, Eric Cacciatore is an affiliate for David's 24-week Restaurant Transformation Intensive and receives a $2,000 commission, which he'll split with anyone who signs up through Restaurant Unstoppable.

This split provides $1,000 to each new member who joins through his link as a discount off the price of their membership

David is a regular speaker at food industry events all over the country, is a regular guest contributor to restaurant industry publications, and enjoys teaching restaurant owners how to live their passions while also operating a profitable business.

Check out his website: davidscottpeters.com

David Scott Peters is an industry powerhouse overflowing with information and mentorship. He has joined Restaurant Unstoppable on 4 previous episodes including:

Check out episode 141: Helping Put The Power Back In The Hands Of Independents

Check out episode 437: Where To Start With Menu Engineering

Check out episode 578: How To Build A Budget

Check out episode 639: 7 Steps For Creating Great Managers

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Show notes…

Calls to ACTION!!!

Favorite success quote or mantra:

  • "Ideas are cheap; it's the people who put them into action who are priceless."

In today's workshop with David Scott Peters we will discuss:

  1. Systems
    • Quantifiable goals
    • Trainable results
    • Define standards (Accountability)
  2. Standards
    • Start with standards
    • COVID-19 has changed this, standards change
  3. Details
    • Cash control
    • Every detail matters
    • Routine

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Contact info:

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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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