Use a scheduling app like WhenIWork to reduce the time you spend working on schedules. By making it easy for employees to look up their schedules online, you reduce work hours spent reading someone their schedule over the phone. This app also allows you to quickly accommodate your baristas’ class schedules or other commitments by keeping the schedule easily accessible.
To pick the best coffee shop location, focus on high foot traffic areas near your target audience (commuters, students, shoppers) with good visibility, easy accessibility (parking/transit), complementary nearby businesses, manageable competition, and a space that fits your budget and brand vibe, ensuring you check zoning laws before committing. Key Factors to Consider: Target Audience & Demographics: Identify who you want to serve (office workers, locals, students) and locate where they gather or pass by. Foot Traffic: High volume of potential customers walking or driving by during peak hours is crucial. Visibility & Accessibility: Easy to see, find, and get to (walk, drive, public transport) with adequate parking if needed. Competition: Analyze other coffee shops and businesses. Are you filling a gap, or will you compete directly in an oversaturated spot?
