SUMMARY:
In this episode of The Coffee Experts Club Podcast, we dive into the world of bootstrapping a coffee business and making your dream a reality. The guys share insights on the approachability of starting out in coffee, where minimal overhead and creative solutions make it possible to launch with limited resources. We discuss ways to find the perfect location, manage equipment costs, and leverage your skills to get the best out of every cup, even if you're on a tight budget.
Our hosts also stress the importance of mentorship and community in navigating the challenges of entrepreneurship. They explore lessons learned from growing within established coffee businesses, the value of a robust support network, and the power of surrounding yourself with people whose skills complement your own. Through personal stories, like Drew, rising from barista to owner, including some unconventional paths like opening locations abroad, we get a candid look at the risks, frustrations, and rewards of going solo in the coffee world. Tune in for practical advice, inspiring stories, and a blueprint for success, whether you're considering your first coffee cart or your tenth café location.
Minute by Minute:
0:00 Introduction
3:31 Why coffee is a great business to try
7:39 Drew’s journey of becoming a coffee shop owner
17:20 The in-between of trying to build something big
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