Ristretto Time: Starting (and running) your own Coffee Shop
2026 Gjergj Dollani0
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SubscribersIn this episode of Ristretto Shots I read Phil’s email to me about a coffee gig he did, describing how it went and how much fun he had going out on his own and making it happen! This is what it’s all ...
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I spent 1.5 years over 23 podcast episodes talking about what we did at Cafe Chocolat and how we did it. Meanwhile the 800 pound gorilla was sitting right next to me staring at me — Cafe Chocolat had ...
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Yes, FREE Wifi is nice, it’s convenient, it’s fun, but it’s not a right. Should you offer it at your coffee shop? Should you not? Let’s discuss! Ristretto Time: Starting and Running Your Coffee Shop b...
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In this episode I talk about some different ways to find money to support your new business. I share how I did it at Cafe Chocolat.
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In this episode I answer some of the questions that although may seem trivial are important and will keep you up at night. How many cups do you need? Should you offer different cappuccino sizes? Shoul...
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In this Episode I talk about the importance of treating customers like patrons first, and friends second. Just because they’ve been coming to your shop for years, it doesn’t mean you can take libertie...
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In this episode I talk about the 3 attributes that make for an outstanding barista. At Cafe Chocolat, I only spent about 5 min interviewing each candidate. I didn’t need more time, because I was not i...
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In this episode I talk about how to hire the right employees. What to be aware of. I share the hiring process we had at Cafe Chocolat. Also, things you can do to develop your staff. http://www.ristret...
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In this episode Alex and I talk about how he started his coffee roastery in his home 10 years ago, and how he grew it to distribute in the entire east coast. We talk about trends in the coffee busines...
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In this episode, I dissect a call I had recently with someone passionate about starting their own little shop. They were very excited about it, and asked me the right questions, but those were questio...
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In this episode, I decided to answer some of the questions I have started to get via email. Some of the questions are about the type of espresso machine, space renting, number of employees you need, e...
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Here it is! The most important episode I’ve ever recorded (and probably will ever record). I’m giving out the formula to success or failure, and even highlighting what the best solution is. ...you’re ...
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In this episode, I talk about the things that need to be considered when choosing a location for your coffee shop. It is not an exhausting list, but it is a few of the most important details. The last...
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My guest, Granit Doshlaku is an expert in Search Engine Optimization. He is a featured speaker in TEDx and various international Search conferences. Granit and I talk about ways coffee shops and small...
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Here it is; just read the damn fine print. Don’t let wishful thinking take over rational thinking. No matter how good something sounds, there is a catch. Find out what it is. Don’t be like the people ...
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As the owner and/or manager of a coffee shop, you are running a pirate ship! And I mean it! You’ll be managing people that are not all necessarily trying to really learn the business and grow with it....
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In this episode we discuss what it takes to have an entrepreneurial mindset. Changing your strategy in a dime. Understanding when to quit. Stoicism. Etc.
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We talk about what to look for in Suppliers. The future of coffee consumption and the local Washington DC coffee scene.
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Travis and I talk about choosing suppliers. What to look for. What consumers are looking for in the coffee experience. We also discuss coffee scene in DC.
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Interview with my long-time employees Derek James and Gabriel Falk. A trip down memory lane about what worked and what didn’t work. We also talk about some pricing tricks I played there.
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In this episode I talk a bit about Branding and how it relates to everything that you do. I focus on the importance of understanding the consumer journey.
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We talk about setting up systems in place, so that you can better manage your time and what’s important to you!
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This episode is designed to discourage anyone from starting a coffee shop! You should thank me for doing you a great service! Your family should thank me for crushing your coffee dreams! ...but rememb...
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How did I start Cafe Chocolat? What are some important things to think about when starting a coffee shop? How much time? How much money does it take? These and more in this episode!
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Quick Intro in what this podcast is all about. START HERE.
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http://www.ristrettotime.com This is not a step-by-step guide (buy a book for that)! This is a journey and I walk you through the situations you will face and show you how I did it, where I succeeded or messed up. If you dream of owning your own coffee shop, this podcast is for you! I started my own coffee shop from scratch, without having any experience -- just the dream! First time I made an espresso with a commercial espresso machine, was when I installed one at the shop. Listen up and subscribe. NEW EPISODES every Monday. Hit me up dollani-at-gmail-com
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