851: Rudy Miick and Robert Sloop-More Equitable Business Model-Round Table

851: Rudy Miick and Robert Sloop-More Equitable Business Model-Round Table

Author: Inspiring interviews with todays most successful restaurateurs 2-days a wee December 16, 2021 Duration: 2:03:28

Rudy Miick and Robert Sloop Restaurant Unstoppable Podcast

With excitement allow me to introduce to you today's guests: Rudy Miick and Bob Sloop. Rudy Miick is the man behind a Miick consulting in Bob Sloop runs Kaizen Management. In today's episode we explore alternative means for a more equitable business model.

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Rudy Miick: Miick.com

Robert Sloop and Kaizen Management: www.kaizen-management.com

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Huge thanks to Rudy Miick and Robert Sloop 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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