Episode Note
Josh Wagner, a hospitality specialist with 20 years of experience, shares his journey from being a promoter to owning and consulting for bars and restaurants. He emphasizes the importance of creating unique experiences and the joy of bringing people together. Josh discusses the transition from being a promoter to getting involved in the operational and business side of hospitality. He highlights the need for clear expectations, building a strong team, and maintaining a work-life balance. Josh also shares his insights on the future of the hospitality industry, including the rise of luxury travel and the return of events and concerts.
Takeaways
- Creating unique experiences and bringing people together are key aspects of hospitality.
- Clear expectations and building a strong team are crucial for success in the industry.
- Maintaining a work-life balance is important, and setting ground rules and parameters can help achieve this.
- The future of hospitality will see an increase in luxury travel and a focus on providing high-quality experiences.
- Events and concerts will make a comeback, and people's desire for social interaction and shared experiences will drive their attendance.****
Timestamps
00:00 Introduction and Purpose of the Interview 08:14 Building a Strong Team and Maintaining Work-Life Balance 29:42 The Return of Events and Concerts in the Hospitality Industry 40:09 Last Day on Earth: Go-To Meal and Drink
Learn More About Josh Wagner:
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Margot Natural Wine Bar: https://margotnaturalwinebar.com/
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