Episode Details

What if better leadership—not better cocktails—is the secret to unlocking your bar’s full potential?

 In this episode, Chris sits down with Dave Nitzel to unpack why the old-school, hard-nosed management style in hospitality just doesn’t cut it anymore. From coaching bar leaders to changing lives, Dave shares how real leadership development can radically transform not just your team—but your entire business.

In today's episode:

• Learn why hospitality leadership is about more than barking orders—and how to become the kind of boss people want to follow.
• Hear why dive bar owners and fine dining managers actually have more in common than you think when it comes to leadership.
• Discover the truth behind those “Bar Rescue” style quick fixes—and why real change takes time, support, and community.

Hit play now to hear how Dave and Chris are flipping the script on hospitality leadership—one honest conversation at a time.

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