If there is one thing most people agree upon, it is that they hate meetings. Have you ever considered why that is? Usually we hate meetings because they seem like a waste of time that only brings more confusion rather clarity. Poorly conducted or conceived meetings have led many of us to either give up entirely or to simply doggedly continue with ineffective meetings in spite of knowing they are not helping. There is a better way.  Today we will be talking about the main meetings you should be having regularly, how to conduct them, why, and what we can and should expect as a result when they are made a part of our coffee shops foundation of communication and staff care.  We discuss:  Why we hate meetings The reason we don't follow through  One one ones Team meetings Performance reviews and tracking Manager meetings Related articles: 426: Fostering a Culture of Continuous Improvement 415: The Best Lessons On How to Listen w/ Listening Expert, Oscar Trimboli 373 : The Owner’s Role: 5 Behaviors for Effectiveness The One-on-One : How one meeting can dramatically impact your coffee shop's culture and morale. Avoid These Cafe Meeting Mistakes Want to run an amazing coffee shop? Hire Keys to the Shop Consulting to work with you 1:1 to transform your coffee shop operations, quality, and people. Custom consulting for your unique business. Schedule a free discovery call now! https://calendly.com/chrisdeferio/30min   Thank you to our amazing sponsors! Get the best brewer and tool for batch espresso, iced lattes, and 8 minute cold brew! www.groundcontrol.coffee   The world loves plant based beverages and baristas love the Barista Series! www.pacificfoodservice.com