FoundersFeb 6, 2018

#20 Danny Meyer (The Transforming Power of Hospitality in Business)

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What I learned from reading Setting the Table: The Transforming Power of Hospitality in Business by Danny Meyer. This is not a typical business book (0:30) Why don't you just do what you've been thinking about doing your whole life? (4:00) How Danny learned from other founders on what to do and what to avoid (8:00) The smartest business decision I ever made (18:00) Optionality as a non-negotiable (20:00) Inadequate focus on core product (23:30) The founding of Shake Shack is an example of this great quote from Jeff Bezos: "We know from our past experiences that big things start small. The biggest oak starts from an acorn. If you want to do anything new you’ve got to be willing to let that acorn grow into a little sapling and finally into a small tree and maybe one day it will be a big business on its own." (27:00) Advice from Stanley Marcus (Neiman Marcus): "The road to success is paved with mistakes well handled." (38:00) ---- Founders Notes gives you the ability to tap into the collective knowledge of history's greatest entrepreneurs on demand. Use it to supplement the decisions you make in your work. Get access to Founders Notes here. ---- “I have listened to every episode released and look forward to every episode that comes out. The only criticism I would have is that after each podcast I usually want to buy the book because I am interested so my poor wallet suffers. ” — Gareth Be like Gareth. Buy a book: All the books featured on Founders Podcast

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Setting the Table, the Transforming Power of Hospitality and Business

Danny Meyer

Best for Entrepreneurs and business leadersOften cited around Danny Meyer and entrepreneurship

“The speaker discusses the book 'Setting the Table' by Danny Meyer, which explores lessons learned from building restaurants and their applicability to any kind of business.”

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Sentiment: Highly Recommended

Trigger: Danny Meyer and entrepreneurship

For: Entrepreneurs and business leaders

Key quote: “In the end, what's most meaningful is creating positive, uplifting outcomes, for human experiences and human relationships.”

The host mentions 'Setting the Table' to highlight the valuable lessons Danny Meyer shares about hospitality and business. The book is presented as a transformative read for anyone interested in entrepreneurship, emphasizing the importance of human experiences in business.

ASIN: 0060742763

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Setting the Table

Danny Meyer

Best for Entrepreneurs and business leadersOften cited around Danny Meyer and entrepreneurship

“The speaker reflects on the lessons learned from Danny Meyer's book, particularly regarding business growth and the importance of surrounding oneself with competent colleagues.”

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Sentiment: Highly Recommended

Trigger: Danny Meyer and entrepreneurship

For: Entrepreneurs and business leaders

Key quote: “In the end, what's most meaningful is creating positive, uplifting outcomes, for human experiences and human relationships.”

The host mentions 'Setting the Table' to highlight the impactful lessons Danny Meyer shares about hospitality and business. The book is presented as a valuable resource for understanding the emotional aspects of running a business, which the host believes is essential for success.

ASIN: 0060742763

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Union Square Cafe cookbook

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“In September 1994, I traveled to Dallas, Texas to begin a tour promoting the Union Square Cafe cookbook.”

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Trigger: business mistakes and success

For: Entrepreneurs and business leaders

Key quote: “The road to success is paved with mistakes well handled.”

The host mentions the 'Union Square Cafe cookbook' while reflecting on a pivotal conversation with Stanley Marcus about handling mistakes in business. This discussion highlights the importance of learning from errors rather than striving for unattainable perfection.

ASIN: B000PDZFZW

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Neiman Marcus

Best for Individuals interested in retail history and marketing strategies.Often cited around founder of Neiman Marcus

“It turned out that he was interested in meeting me too. Although he had dined at Union Square Cafe through the years, we had never had a chance to connect one on one.”

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Trigger: founder of Neiman Marcus

For: Individuals interested in retail history and marketing strategies.

Key quote: “I had a chance to sit next to Stanley Marcus, the department store mogul whose family had founded the luxury department store Neiman Marcus in Dallas in 1907.”

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