009 : How to Approach Data and Metrics w/ Simon Ouderkirk : Simon shows us how we should be thinking of numbers and their relation to our shops, baristas, and businesses

Chris DeferioBusiness, Management, Podcast

Data, Metrics, Measurements…they play a critical role in the success of your shop. But how we approach the information available to us will determine how well we use it. Today Simon Ouderkirk a former coffee professionalwho now works with Automattic (the company behind WordPress.com, WooCommerce, and JetPack) talks to us about how we can best approach data and make it work for …

008 : Finding Joy in Coffee w/ Nathanael May

Chris DeferioCareer, Hospitality, Podcast

KTTS 008 : Finding Joy in Coffee w/ Nathanael May CLICK HERE TO SUBSCRIBE! Joyfulness in our work is something we all would like more of. Nathanael May joins us to discuss how we can cultivate joy in our work in coffee. Being a barista and remaining joyful throughout the day can be challenging especially when things just seem to be …

007 : The 4 Keys to an Effective Checklist 

Chris DeferioBusiness, Management, Podcast

KTTS 007 : The 4 Keys to an Effective Checklist  CLICK HERE TO SUBSCRIBE! If you work in coffee you use  a checklist. Some lists are effective and others…not so much. In this episode we explore the 4 keys to making an effective checklist and talk about what role it plays in the cafe and in a baristas professional development. SUBSCRIBE!

006 : Founder Friday #1! Taylor & Shem Doupe of Soleil Cafe in Syracuse, NY

Chris DeferioBusiness, Founder Friday, Leadership, Podcast, Uncategorized

KTTS 006 : Founder Friday #1! Taylor & Shem Doupe of Soleil Cafe in Syracuse, NY CLICK HERE TO SUBSCRIBE! This is the first in a monthly interview series highlighting founders of great cafes on the last Friday of each month. This month we are featuring new owners Taylor and Shem Doupe who own Soleil Cafe (So-lay cafe) in Syracuse, NY! …

005 : Baristas Speak! Barista Interviews from Coffee Champs Knoxville

Chris DeferioBarista Craft, Career, Podcast

Ep: 005 Baristas Speak! Barista Interviews from Coffee Champs Knoxville 2017 CLICK HERE TO SUBSCRIBE! This weekend I got to go to Coffee Champs in Knoxville, qualifying event for the United States Coffee Championships. While at an event party hosted by Wild Love Bakehouse I sat down with 5 baristas to get their unique take on coffee service, career development, and the future of …

002: Master Your Workflow w/ Ryan Soeder

Chris DeferioBarista Craft, Podcast, Training

In this episode I discuss with guest Ryan Soeder a cornerstone of any great cafe…Workflow. Ryan will break down the ins and outs of good workflow, why it is critical, and 5 ways you can improve. Resources: www.sunergoscoffee.com Follow Ryan: Twitter Instagram