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Operate a Bar?

If you own or manage a bar, you know that getting it open was the easy part. Now, comes the real challenge, making money at it. We can give you insights and tools to help you turn your bar into a better, more profitable business and operate the way it should without you having to be there all the time.

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Opening a Bar?

One or more crucial mistakes at this stage can doom your bar before it even opens. No amount of business skills and promotional savvy can overcome poor startup planning and decision-making. Our opening resources can help you evaluate the soundness of your plan to move forward with greater clarity, organization and significantly improve your chances of success

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Do you dream of owning a bar?

Can't get the idea of owning a bar out of your mind? Unless you've actually owned one, you can't possibly imagine what you're getting into. We've seen too many bar dreams turn into financial nightmares. Let us help you get a better sense of " bar reality " so you make a more informed decision about whether opening a bar is the right business move for you.

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Example Section - Learning about fraud in the Bar Business

Bartender Short Pour: A Sneaky Swindle That Siphons Your Profits

By qfsrwefz | February 4, 2024

Unmasking the Bogus Walk-Out Scam: How Dishonest Bartenders Pocket Your Hard-Earned Cash

By qfsrwefz | February 4, 2024

Preventing Employee Theft: Prevent the Server “Floating Tab” Scam

By qfsrwefz | October 6, 2023

Server theft is a common problem in the restaurant industry and can take many forms. One of the most common ways servers steal money is by using the “floating tab”…

“Preventing Employee Theft: How to Handle Bogus Walk-Outs in Your Bar”

By qfsrwefz | October 4, 2023

A server claiming a bogus walk-out and keeping the money paid by the customer for their order is a serious problem for a bar. This is because it is an…

The Pitfalls of Accepting Freebies from Vendors: A Cautionary Tale for Businesses

By qfsrwefz | October 3, 2023

In the fast-paced world of business, relationships with suppliers can be invaluable. A strong partnership with a reliable vendor can help your company thrive, ensuring you receive quality products and…

“Under-Ringing Drinks: A Serious Offense That Can Have Severe Consequences”

By qfsrwefz | October 3, 2023

Under-ringing the correct price of a drink order and pocketing the difference is a form of theft that can occur in bars and restaurants. It is one of most common ways…