820: Stephani Robson - Business Planning workshop part 1

820: Stephani Robson - Business Planning workshop part 1

Author: Inspiring interviews with todays most successful restaurateurs 2-days a wee August 19, 2021 Duration: 1:25:48

Stephani Robson Restaurant Unstoppable Podcast

With excitement, allow me to introduce to you today's guest: Emeritus Faculty of The Hotel School of Cornell University, Stephani Robson. Until her recent retirement, Dr. Stephani Robson was a member of the faculty at the Cornell University School of Hotel Administration for almost 30 years, where she taught literally thousands of students and executives about development and planning for hotels and restaurants. Prior to joining academia, she designed commercial kitchens for just about every kind of operation: restaurants, hotels, airports, hospitals, universities, and more.

Check out The 7 Habits of Highly Effective People by Stephen R. Covey as mentioned in today's episode.

Check out Start With Why by Simon Sinek as mentioned in today's episode.

Show notes…

Calls to ACTION!!!

Favorite success quote or mantra:

  • "Know who you're talking to and what they care about."

In today's episode with Stephani Robson we will discuss:

  • This is part one of of three-part workshop all about business planning.
  • Today we are discussing:
    • who is your audience? and...
    • how do you write your business plan for that audience?

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Contact info:

Email: skr4@cornell.edu

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Huge thanks to Stephani Robson for joining me for another awesome episode. Until next time!

 

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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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