561: How to Motivate Baristas

This is a question that seems to be answered by many with desperate incentives and what amounts to just brute force to get their staff to do the things they want them to do in the way they want them to do it. In many ways, it's a favorite past time of owners to just complain about it but how many are taking the time to truly dig deeper and diagnose the cause of the perceived or actual lack of motivation?  On today's episode we will be exploring a few very important ways that will give you a better chance to either motivate your staff, or diagnose ways that you or leaders may have squandered the motivation that was there but never respected and grown.  Related Episodes:  SHIFT BREAK! Holding Baristas (and Yourself!) Accountable SHIFT BREAK! How Not To Be a Jerk When Training Baristas Baristas Are Not Magic 371: Baristas, Don't Be A Hero 291 : What to do if Your Baristas Wont Listen to You Good Baristas aren't born, they're Made   KEY HOLDER COACHING GROUPS!  Are you a coffee shop owner looking to join a community of other owners to help bring perspective, insight, encouragement, and accountability in a well curated setting?  Then you need to apply to join Key holder Coaching Groups!  Applications are now open for fall 2025 Cohort: Click below to learn more: APPLY TO KEY HOLDER COACHING GROUPS   KEYS TO THE SHOP ALSO OFFERS 1:1 CONSULTING AND COACHING! If you are a cafe owner and want to work one on one with me to bring your shop to its next level and help bring you joy and freedom in the process then email  [email protected] of book a free call now:  https://calendly.com/chrisdeferio/30min      SPONSORS Want a beautiful coffee shop? All your hard surface, stone, Tile and brick needs!  www.arto.com Visit @artobrick The world loves plant based beverages and baristas love the Barista Series!  www.pacificfoodservice.com