by evansfox | Nov 23, 2013
USA Today had an article on November 17, 2013, “Malls lure holiday shoppers with freebies” by Bruce Horovitz. The article got me thinking, could mall restaurants use the same concept to cash in on the holiday foot traffic? They certainly could! Promotions to bring...
by evansfox | May 22, 2013
For some, applying for a New York State liquor license can be one of the most stressful and frustrating parts of opening a business. Like so many government agencies in the Empire State, the New York State Liquor Authority is underfunded and understaffed, a recipe for...
by evansfox | Apr 27, 2013
Do you have days when you feel flustered? You just can’t perform your best when your mind is swirling around so many thoughts and worries. Many customers walk through our doors with just that feeling. When this happens, we have an opportunity to deliver excellent...
by evansfox | Apr 22, 2013
If you have been following my blog, you will see some ideas on how restaurants can reduce their operating costs to offset some of the increased labor costs that will come with the increased minimum wage. Good news for the restaurant industry. The cost of one of your...
by evansfox | Apr 19, 2013
New York is pioneering a reportedly “unforgeable” driver’s license. The new driver’s license will be engraved with a ghost image that floats in a transparent window. The state of Virginia introduced a similar card in 2009. This initiative is another step in the...
by evansfox | Apr 19, 2013
When evaluating a potential investment or purchase of an operating business, you should carefully evaluate the business to learn as much as you can. Where do you begin? What records and documents should you review? Below is a list of some of the information you will...