WHY STAYING FOCUSED IS THE DIFFERENCE BETWEEN FORTUNE AND FAILURE

<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"> <a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgDkW2afdRRVGrOK_ampQcJ1nUzl43UFZkzYAdOK4-F6vvlS5tIN9xzk_G43eE2-F5Thcbq9hXL4zLIF7d_-AwyfvL9mwMxbPwZsso8bN3op_VwFoVn1LjZ7fuZh-uqU-Sm7z-5ASmgyrs/s1600/focused.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="clear: right; float: right; margin-bottom: 1em; margin-left: 1em;"><img border="0" height="133" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgDkW2afdRRVGrOK_ampQcJ1nUzl43UFZkzYAdOK4-F6vvlS5tIN9xzk_G43eE2-F5Thcbq9hXL4zLIF7d_-AwyfvL9mwMxbPwZsso8bN3op_VwFoVn1LjZ7fuZh-uqU-Sm7z-5ASmgyrs/s1600/focused.jpg" width="320" /></a></div> The power of focus is one of the truly astonishing abilities of the human mind. When dialed in, people are capable of extraordinary things.<br /> <br /> In Game 1 of the 1992 NBA Finals, Michael Jordan torched the Portland Trailblazers for an NBA-record 35 points in the first half, including six three-pointers. When asked to describe his performance after the game, Jordan couldn’t really come up with a concrete explanation as to how he did what he did.<br /> <br /> “I couldn't miss. The threes were like free throws; they just kept dropping. I didn't know what was happening,” said Jordan, who later added that the rim looked as big as a peach basket. “I was in a zone. What can I say? I don't know how to explain it.”<br /> <br /> Jordan is an outlier, possibly the best basketball player who ever lived, so it’s easy to dismiss his achievements as an aberration. The average person cant do what he’s done. Maybe not on a basketball court, but in business, focus and determination—knowing what you want and how to get there—is often the difference between success and failure.<br /> <br /> “One reason so few of us achieve what we truly want is that we never direct our focus; we never concentrate our power,” leadership expert Anthony Robbins once said. “Most people dabble their way through life, never deciding to master anything in particular.”<br /> <br /> Most people start a home business with the idea that they want a big income and complete independence from the corporate structure. The goal is there, tangible and ready to grab. Conventional thinking suggests that having a goal is enough—if you can see the light at the end of the tunnel, you know how to get there.<br /> <br /> But more often than not, working from home feels like maze, not a tunnel. It’s not a direct path. You may be able to see the light, but you don’t know how to get there. Walls and dead ends litter the landscape. You feel your way through, making mistakes, doubling back, testing each path before finding the right one.<br /> <br /> And it’s frustrating, right? Trial and error can be an important teaching tool; learning from our mistakes is one of the best ways to discover what works and what doesn’t. But when you’re working from home and each day spent without a sale pushes you further from your goal, why waste time?<br /> <br /> Which brings us back, ironically enough, to focus. Take whatever goal you have—a six figure monthly income, time to spend with family, a schedule that doesn’t require reporting to a boss—and take some time to chart your course before setting forth on your journey. Once it’s plotted, find out what you need to do in order to stick to it.<br /> <br /> In other words, what steps can you take to remove the guesswork and jump right to the front of the line?<br /> <br /> Prospecting and lead generation is the most important factor in determining success from home. If you cat get people into your business, you’re going to fail. It’s as simple as that.<br /> <br /> So most networkers talk to their coworkers, reach out to friends and family, canvass the neighborhood, host parties, and see modest results. Once the warm market is tapped out, the trial and error begins, and after wasting money on expensive marketing techniques that don’t pan out, the well is dry and the temptation to throw up your hands and walk away grows by the day.<br /> <br /> Furthermore, many home-business owners don’t know how to effectively talk to a prospect so that he or she joins the business rather than stalling or walking away.<br /> <br /> So, what can you do to stay focused and avoid the traditional pitfalls?<br /> <br /> First, find a lead generation company and make building a relationship with them one of your first priorities. A good lead generation organization, such as Peak Impact, will give you a steady, reliable source for custom leads, bulk leads, targeted leads—basically, any sort of lead you need.<br /> <br /> The more leads you work, the more prospects you turn into clients. Forget local advertising and expensive marketing campaigns. Let the leads come to you. It’s one more blind alley you don’t need to turn down, and with a constant stream of leads coming in, you won’t get frustrated and can stay focused on the larger goal.<br /> <br /> Peak Impact also has a new feature that will help you turn those leads into sales—Live Lead Calls. Remember how most networkers don’t know what to do on the phone, and thus make mistakes that kill otherwise promising leads? Well, now there’s a solution.<br /> <br /> Every week, Peak Impact offers its clients the chance to listen in as industry professionals make sales calls. They feature several regular hosts and a few special guests each month who are all top-earners in their programs. You can tune in and see just how easy calling prospects and developing long-lasting, prosperous relationships can be...once you know the right techniques.<br /> <br /> Remember, it all starts with focus. If you’re not spending time worrying about sales techniques and wondering where you’re next lead will come from, you can stay driven and keep your eyes on the prize. You may not ever me Michael Jordan, but you focus—and succeed—like him with just a little effort.

WHY STAYING FOCUSED IS THE DIFFERENCE BETWEEN FORTUNE AND FAILURE

The power of focus is one of the truly astonishing abilities of the human mind. When dialed in, people are capable of extraordinary things. In Game 1 of the 1992 NBA Finals, Michael Jordan torched the Portland Trailblazers for an NBA-record 35 points in the first half, including six three-pointers.…

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Turn Your Restaurant into a Tourist Destination

<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhhXTtpLoKIXlGIwyFvt80c-0QugFTvK5DSoFl2w3vx1wBAGyV3HFIqxFdZv_xdqQpU9DAE-E0InliAA0Dx6jFzTPKxwQHFcVKKkqkUhIL7Z-RO637KG7gUb1orOeEXbnN-sIB1E56hR18/s1600/images.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="clear: right; float: right; margin-bottom: 1em; margin-left: 1em;"><img border="0" height="250" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhhXTtpLoKIXlGIwyFvt80c-0QugFTvK5DSoFl2w3vx1wBAGyV3HFIqxFdZv_xdqQpU9DAE-E0InliAA0Dx6jFzTPKxwQHFcVKKkqkUhIL7Z-RO637KG7gUb1orOeEXbnN-sIB1E56hR18/s1600/images.jpg" width="320" /></a></div>Are you looking to increase your daily profits? Then, you may want to turn your restaurant into a tourist destination. Studies show that travelers spend most of their budgets on drinking places and food services. To capitalize on this emerging market, use the following tips:<br /><br />1. Go Online<br /><br />The internet is awash with opportunities to make money in the real time. To turn your restaurant into a tourist destination, you need to connect with real people through the internet.<br /><br />The first step to do this would be by building your presence on social media. When tourists arrive at a destination, they usually log into their Facebook accounts and search for a location. Therefore, you need to post ads on Facebook to tap into this market of tech-savvy tourists.<br /><br />Busy holidays (such as the 4th of July) are perfect for boosting adverts and offering specials. Use social media and online tools to turn your restaurant into the ultimate tourist spot in your location.<br /><br />Additionally, you can also use Twitter to channel more visitors to your establishment. Research first, then tweet using popular hashtags that the tourists are likely to post to or follow. For instance, if you own a diner in New Hampshire, use the hashtags #NH #NewHampshire when you tweet special promotions you may be running.<br /><br />2. Use Concierges<br /><br />Concierges are the first people tourists speak to when they arrive at their destination. Studies also show that most visitors ask their hotel concierges when they need bar and restaurant recommendations. To this end, you should know every concierge in your area. To ensure they keep pointing tourists towards your establishment, give them such incentives as free dinners, promotional cards and discounts.<br /><br />3. Connect with Local Businesses<br /><br />You should also work with most of the businesses in your area (including chambers of commerce, shops and hotels) to cross- promote. Share links on each others’ websites, exchange brochures for menus and offer hotel guests discounts at your restaurant. For instance, you can connect with local bus tour groups and offer them free drinks to tourists who present referral cards and ticket stubs.<br /><br />4. Train Staff<br /><br />The other innovative method for turning your restaurant into a destination involves training your staff members to act as local tour guide. Teach them how to converse knowledgeable about the local area. This will build your establishment’s reputation as a place where tourists are welcome and where they can gain useful insight on other local attractions.<br /><br />5. Gather Feedback<br /><br />Finally, ask the tourists who visit your restaurant to give feedback, either verbally or using comment cards. Find out how they heard about your place and use the information to direct your marketing efforts in the future.<br /><div><br /></div>

Turn Your Restaurant into a Tourist Destination

Are you looking to increase your daily profits? Then, you may want to turn your restaurant into a tourist destination. Studies show that travelers spend most of their budgets on drinking places and food services. To capitalize on this emerging market, use the following tips:1. Go OnlineThe internet …

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The Basics of Building and Maintaining a Loyalty Program

<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjNWLqvdAjc9zxf_ukozaJfTw5wjw3UZ1cm_jEIwdkdHwuqo6vvh4rU2ToEiSgNZXW8t5aS-vfKHIP8bNUG-p_2u8QFPNY1V82H6IDeQ8dxPvUSXOiF_spDs0_FFKKrYUovIvDi4bLwJu4/s1600/loyal.JPG" imageanchor="1" style="clear: right; float: right; margin-bottom: 1em; margin-left: 1em;"><img border="0" height="318" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjNWLqvdAjc9zxf_ukozaJfTw5wjw3UZ1cm_jEIwdkdHwuqo6vvh4rU2ToEiSgNZXW8t5aS-vfKHIP8bNUG-p_2u8QFPNY1V82H6IDeQ8dxPvUSXOiF_spDs0_FFKKrYUovIvDi4bLwJu4/s1600/loyal.JPG" width="320" /></a></div>Customer retention experts say that there is a 70% chance that customers engaged with a loyalty program will make a repeat visit to a business. This is particularly important for the restaurant industry as they are heavily dependent on repeat visits by loyal customers. Experts say that the restaurants should focus on setting up loyalty programs to keep bringing the customers back.<br /><br />Small businesses are always competing with big brands for business and therefore, it is important for small businesses to build their loyalty programs so that the customers keep coming back. Restaurants are already good at communication and therefore it is comparatively easy to build a loyalty program. Even if the word of mouth for a restaurant is strong, a loyalty program is one extra reason for the customer to come back and it changes the table turnover rate as well as the average ticket size.<br /><br />The restaurants which have set up such a loyalty program have seen a meaningful increase in repeat business from loyalty customers.  Everybody enjoys freebies and everybody enjoys free food even more. In case of restaurants, the most popular items on the menu make for an enticing reward.<br /><br />Restaurants should focus on offering an item which can be given away quickly. It can also be coupons or a bag of goodies. Ideally restaurants should offer a reward when a customer makes their third visit. It can be anything such as a free coffee, desert, drink or appetizer. Restaurants should up the ante on the next few visits and the reward can go up to a free entree or something of similar value.<br /><br />The most important aspect of a successful loyalty program is staff training. It is important for the staff to be trained to promote the loyalty program.  Without adequate staff training, the loyalty program is not going to have a chance to be successful. Once the staff has been completely trained, the data provided by the loyalty system can be used to track each customer. This data supplied by the loyalty system also helps in taking marketing decisions such as whether to focus on retaining existing customers or whether to focus on acquiring new customers.<br /><br />The most important metric for making an investment is the return on investment and in the case of loyalty programs; the return on investment is always high if implemented properly.

The Basics of Building and Maintaining a Loyalty Program

Customer retention experts say that there is a 70% chance that customers engaged with a loyalty program will make a repeat visit to a business. This is particularly important for the restaurant industry as they are heavily dependent on repeat visits by loyal customers. Experts say that the restauran…

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Important Things you Need to Know-What does Local, Natural and Organic Food Mean?

<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEitOTnAr80d4wS-qt2-Mj3MEpw5XDSlBM9iNFRokEZfM2q9KhPhTb8PcbiO8MoDFGqaKzeMXkozLZ58jpLudTcEsFsgrBzaIgkaV0EjVAiUvIGKiPjlZPqJ0DuSTdOlPjyQiU5Z3lcx7As/s1600/organic.jpeg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" height="137" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEitOTnAr80d4wS-qt2-Mj3MEpw5XDSlBM9iNFRokEZfM2q9KhPhTb8PcbiO8MoDFGqaKzeMXkozLZ58jpLudTcEsFsgrBzaIgkaV0EjVAiUvIGKiPjlZPqJ0DuSTdOlPjyQiU5Z3lcx7As/s1600/organic.jpeg" width="320" /></a></div>Today people are increasingly concerned with the origin of their food, and are more interested in organic food that is raised using natural resources. Therefore, there is a rise in demand for such food. You must have seen labels on food packages, so what do they mean? Do you really get what you think when you buy all natural organic beef or granola bars? And how local is the “Local”?. Let’s have a close look at some important facts about local, organic and natural food labels.<br /><br />What’s the legal definition of “natural” when it comes to food?<br /><br />Currently there’s no government regulation that clearly defines the word “natural” for any food. Even though food labels for most foods are regulated, the word “natural” is still undefined. So the only inference you can derive from this word is that there’s nothing synthetic or artificial in it.<br /><br />The world “natural” is not legally defined at all in the regulations. Almost all food items are processed in some way or the other. So how can you say which food is more natural than other? Are chemicals derived from various compounds found in natural? Is beet juice natural if it’s squeezed out of the beet? Well, these are hypothetical question, and it can sometimes get rather heady.<br /><br />So, does that mean that anything can be labeled as “natural”?<br /><br />Definitely, there are many lawsuits against top processed food companies that dubiously claim that their products are natural. General Mills was sued in 2012 for misrepresenting the facts about its 100 percent natural granola bars that contain high maltose corn syrup and maltodextrin. Snapple faces same kind of lawsuit in 2011.<br /><br />In a 2014 survey, it was found that while 60 percent of buyers look for word “natural” on the foods they buy, about two thirds of them believe that natural products contain now pesticides, artificial ingredients, or GMOs, including things such as antibiotics, artificial growth hormones and drugs in meat they buy.<br /><br />What’re the facts about “local” food? Is that regulated?<br /><br />That’s another vague label. Till date there’s no legal definition of what makes any food “local”. Some consider this as food produced in 400 mile radius, others believe it within 100 miles. It all depends on who you ask.<br /><br />Amid the debate on this subject, there’s an argument that food miles are just one component for calculating any food’s carbon footprint. Production and its storage are bigger factors.<br /><br />So is it the same story with the word “organic” on food labels?<br /><br />Not anymore, but sometime ago it used to be. It took years for the government to clearly define the word “organic” but today our organic industry is highly regulated. Producers have to follow stringent rules as per USDA regulations; they can’t use GMOs, chemical fertilizers or pesticides. Organic egg, meat and various dairy products cannot include antibiotics and growth hormones. Livestock now are required to have year-around grazing access, and cannot be give GMO feed. In addition, farms cannot use prohibited substances on its land for three years pior to getting the USDA Organic status.<br /><br />Is there any difference between “organic” and USDA Organic?<br /><br />Yes, there’s considerable difference between the two. First, its more expensive for any farm to apply for USDA Organic certification. Second, some farmers don t’ believe in USDA’s organic regulations and feel that no synthetic materials or pesticides should be used once a farm gets organic certification.

Important Things you Need to Know-What does Local, Natural and Organic Food Mean?

Today people are increasingly concerned with the origin of their food, and are more interested in organic food that is raised using natural resources. Therefore, there is a rise in demand for such food. You must have seen labels on food packages, so what do they mean? Do you really get what you thin…

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Tips That Will Help You To Smooth Out Your Restaurant’s Cash Flow

<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhp2_tzYDRzqZMDjLk_SXOeGNEBjNGdAQMf9JHaiK7bcyKk7FVIAZSgVHB04ZPAt37pFz8KJDllVrI_Cv8KyAKJqBOrw3imPfPAEhbGiSaNiwgR5kgiYyMrNLV-ciUK4O87s8CQsbjz3mE/s1600/restaurant+cash+flow.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="clear: right; float: right; margin-bottom: 1em; margin-left: 1em;"><img border="0" height="320" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhp2_tzYDRzqZMDjLk_SXOeGNEBjNGdAQMf9JHaiK7bcyKk7FVIAZSgVHB04ZPAt37pFz8KJDllVrI_Cv8KyAKJqBOrw3imPfPAEhbGiSaNiwgR5kgiYyMrNLV-ciUK4O87s8CQsbjz3mE/s1600/restaurant+cash+flow.jpg" width="224" /></a></div><div class="MsoNormal">A reputable accountant will tell you that a restaurant cannot survive without cash flow. If you don’t have the money to pay vendors, meet payroll, cover the rent or pay the utility bills, your restaurant won’t make it to see the next day. </div><div class="MsoNormal"><br /></div><div class="MsoNormal">Because of poor cash management practices, a significant number of restaurant owners have experienced financial strains in their business. The following are some few tips on how to handle your income and expenses:</div><div class="MsoNormal"><br /></div><div class="MsoNormal">Avoid paying for everything at one go</div><div class="MsoNormal"><br /></div><div class="MsoNormal">Most people tend to pay all their bills at one go because they want to set aside some money. They write all their checks at once. This means that all the cash flow will be used up and any bounced checks might kill the relationship you have with your creditors. Every envelope containing a check should be marked with date it ought to be delivered. By putting them in such a pattern, you will ensure that they don’t crash into each other. The envelopes should be stacked according to priority. For example, the highest priority accounts such as rent, taxes and utility bills should be sorted out first because they can hurt your ability to do business if they are not dealt with early enough. </div><div class="MsoNormal"><br /></div><div class="MsoNormal">Even though insurance payments and utility bills tend to have a grace period or a modest financial penalty, they should still be paid in due time. Having your lights turned off during the Saturday dinner rush can be quite costly. </div><div class="MsoNormal"><br /></div><div class="MsoNormal">You should also look for any vendors who offer flexible payment options. Restaurant suppliers are usually open to the idea if the payments are scheduled. It doesn't really matter if they are small or not. </div><div class="MsoNormal"><br /></div><div class="MsoNormal">Stick to reality</div><div class="MsoNormal"><br /></div><div class="MsoNormal">Any payments you make should be based on the revenue you have and not the sales you are going to make. Don’t assume anything, only work with what you have. </div><div class="MsoNormal"><br /></div><div class="MsoNormal">Invest in a good payroll service</div><div class="MsoNormal"><br /></div><div class="MsoNormal">Payroll and sales taxes are the biggest drainers of cash flow. A good payroll service can do wonders for a restaurant business, especially in the collection and payment of payroll taxes. Avoid any unnecessary costs by letting the professionals handle your service. </div><div class="MsoNormal"><br /></div><div class="MsoNormal">An innovative payroll schedule</div><div class="MsoNormal"><br /></div><div class="MsoNormal">A restaurant business is based in taking in daily revenue, especially on weekends. As a result, you will need to implement innovative cash planning to make sure that outflow is covered by incoming sales and cash on hand. In some states you can have a bi-weekly or bi-monthly payroll to assist you with your outflow. It’s important that you spread out your payroll periods.</div><div class="MsoNormal"><br /></div><div class="MsoNormal">Build relationships with reputable credit providers</div><div class="MsoNormal"><br /></div><div class="MsoNormal">By building a good relationship with your creditors, you will have access to working capital if your business is ever low on cash. This is a good way of planning for a rainy day.</div><div class="MsoNormal"><br /></div><div class="MsoNormal">Build a strong relationship with your banker</div><div class="MsoNormal"><br /></div><div class="MsoNormal">Even if your banker doesn't provide you with a loan or a letter of credit, they might offer you some assistance in cases of bounced checks or NSF fees. It’s important that your banker knows where you stand and how your business is going. They could provide you with help you need. </div><div class="MsoNormal"><br /></div><div class="MsoNormal">With smart planning and effective communication, you can manage your cash flow effectively.</div>

Tips That Will Help You To Smooth Out Your Restaurant’s Cash Flow

A reputable accountant will tell you that a restaurant cannot survive without cash flow. If you don’t have the money to pay vendors, meet payroll, cover the rent or pay the utility bills, your restaurant won’t make it to see the next day. Because of poor cash management practices, a significant numb…

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4 ideas to boost patio business

<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjqo4H28O_bS4LtQaMKi60lv_DTmOgrJWix9FOtCPHvx7MDv5Xjyz6gmCB8Ep14o8Np-Xr6bbhS3PAISXijnvsC3P8-96OZDsZEEMlsGlb4UqZi6BLSe6mG2lRoN7dQvUTm923BW7k8uFM/s1600/patio.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjqo4H28O_bS4LtQaMKi60lv_DTmOgrJWix9FOtCPHvx7MDv5Xjyz6gmCB8Ep14o8Np-Xr6bbhS3PAISXijnvsC3P8-96OZDsZEEMlsGlb4UqZi6BLSe6mG2lRoN7dQvUTm923BW7k8uFM/s320/patio.jpg" /></a></div><br /><br />Here are some of the ways on how to turn your typical restaurant, into an elegant outdoor space. No need to worry about how much capital you need to invest. A minor investment, that wouldn't even cost a fortune, could definitely give a major boost in your future revenues.<br /><br />1. Visibility and appeal<br /><br />As a dedicated owner, chances are, you usually exert a lot of time and money into your restaurant's marketing effort. You want to make sure that the brand you're trying to promote would be well-known in your community. During the summer, spring, and the beginning of autumn, most people would prefer to dine outdoors. With this, you could be attracting in (or shooing) them away because of how your place looks like from the outside. Who knows, maybe some of your nearby competitors are already trying to lure your loyal customers by having a more enthralling restaurant fronts.<br /><br />What you should do. Why not bring your restaurant to the next level? You can do this by utilizing some attractive and cozy-looking alternatives on the sidewalk, as part of a patio or deck. When it's nice out, people would prefer to dine outside. Likewise, if they haven't chosen their restaurant yet, the look of your sidewalk cafe or patio could draw them in.<br /><br /><br />2. Seeing is wanting<br /><br />Try to observe how advertisers manipulate the viewers with their TV commercials. They tap into the viewers' inherent peer mentality, and the attitude that they shouldn't miss out the fun. With this, if individuals, families, or couples pass by your store and notice the other families enjoying the outdoor space, they'll be enticed to try it as well. Most people tend to follow the actions of others, such as; they'll want to check out the latest establishment that caused a major stir.<br /><br />For this kind of customers, seeing people enjoying your al fresco dining would act as a living commercial. Who wouldn't be seduced once they smell your mouth-watering dishes and see people enjoying themselves. With this strategy, passersby would be more inclined to pick your restaurant next time they head out for lunch or dinner. If not, they'd surely make a mental note of visiting it in the future.<br /><br /><br />3. Work with the seasons<br /><br />For those who are blessed with a few months of nice weather, they should take advantage of that. People would want to be outside-- especially those who were stuck inside their homes during cold winter months. Nothing beats sharing a drink or two, a meal, or an appetizer under the sun.<br /><br />However, if your location is one of the places where only a few months of summer could be enjoyed; there are several ways on how you can still stretch your al fresco experience-- even during the cooler months. To fight against cold temperatures, you could utilize gas heaters and tents. Likewise, outdoor fireplaces, fire pits, and torches could be very ideal too. Though, when the heat reaches the top of the thermometer, you could use umbrellas, fans, and misters to cool off your valued customers.<br /><br /><br />4. More seats, more bucks<br /><br />An outdoor space is more advantageous. For one, it gives you the privilege to have more seats without any massive investments. Particularly during busy periods, if you'll be able to accommodate more customers, that means, you'll be generating more income. Aside from having a larger dining area, your loyal customers won't be disturbed by any influx of new patrons. Lastly, more satisfied customers means, the word-of-mouth marketing would be promising.<br /><br />The possibilities of improving your patio businesses are virtually endless. The only limit would be your imagination. In case that you don't have one yet, you should try to get in touch with the agency that handles your city's outdoor dining permits and get acquainted with the requirements needed. Also, you could have a talk with your landlord and figure out if it's possible to add a patio or deck to your restaurant's location. Don't forget to consider what you can do to enhance the look and ambiance of your outdoor dining; and be ready to attract more customers.<br /><br /><br />Take advantage of the season where most people would prefer eating outdoors. A well crafted plan when it comes to an outdoor dining experience, would result in a sudden increase of customers, and a promising revenue all year round.<br /><br /><br />

4 ideas to boost patio business

Here are some of the ways on how to turn your typical restaurant, into an elegant outdoor space. No need to worry about how much capital you need to invest. A minor investment, that wouldn't even cost a fortune, could definitely give a major boost in your future revenues.1. Visibility and appealAs a…

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