426: Fostering a Culture of Continuous Improvement

Having an engaged staff that are motivated and inspired to not just get through the shift, but to truly invest into the cafe and help improve things is a dream shared by many owners. This culture where each individual team member takes ownership and finds creative ways to refine the operations, quality, and hospitality does not have to be just a dream!  Today we are going to be discussing what it takes to foster a culture of continuous improvement. What the looks like, doesn't look like, and some behaviors to both reward and watch out for along the way.  We discuss:  Leading by example Praise and recognition Clear communication When is improvement not needed What is the goal? Values and actions  Related episodes: 080 : Changing things in the Cafe : A workflow for Refinement 414: Secret Ingredients for a Successful Coffee Shop 336: A Cafe Leadership Masterclass w/ Selina Viguera of Blue Bottle Coffee   Key Holder Coaching Group is launching in September! 🔑 Key Holder Coaching Groups will be hosted by myself and consist of a curated group of 5 coffee shop owners. ​ ​🔑 We will meet together 2x per month for 2 hours over a 6 month period. ​ ​🔑 This structured group will allow each member to have multiple hot seat opportunities to present specific issues to the group and gain insight, feedback and direction to help them develop themselves, their people, and their business. ​ ​🔑 In addition we will be consistently updated on each others progress and have opportunity to speak into each others lives. ​ ​🔑 Key Holder Coaching members will have access to each other via the Signal app as well. ​ ​I am very excited to begin what I believe will be the first of many groups! CLICK HERE to fill out the application to join the group   Visit our awesome Sponsors! GROUND BREAKING BREWING MADE SIMPLE! www.groundcontrol.coffee   THE BEST PLANT-BASED BEVERAGES ON THE PLANET! www.Pacificfoodservice.com   30 years of resourcing you with the best products and education! www.coffeefest.com Use Code: "KEYS" for 50% General Admission