Joe Dodd’s restaurant and hospitality career has taken a lot of twists and turns, overcoming some missteps, in locations and partnerships, among others. But now his award-winning King of the Coop, specializing in Nashville hot chicken, is a hit in Tampa’s Seminole Heights neighborhood. On this episode Joe and Business Observer Managing Editor Mark Gordon chatted about the keys to building a strong culture in hospitality — holidays off! — how Joe has overcome setbacks and more.
3 Takeaways:
- (08:35) Appeal to what your team wants and you’ll get the best from them
- (15:10) Communication, honesty, and humility are key leadership characteristics
- (18:10) Don’t listen to the noise, make your own music
Timestamps:
(00:00) Introducing Joe Dodd, founder of King of the Coop
(06:50) Mentors and what Joe learned
(10:50) Retaining talent
(11:45) Starting King of the Coop
(15:10) What makes good leaders?
(16:20) Coming back from setbacks
(22:20) What is coming for King of the Coop?
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