Before Starting Out...
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Annual Trends in the Restaurant Industry
A guide to the popular events and issues throughout the year and how to make the most of them...
Are you a Natural Entrepreneur?
A guide to understanding your own skills and how to employ the right people to compliment your skills...
Discuss Your New Business with Family & Friends
A discussion on gaining the support of your friends and family when you decide to open your own restaurant...
Discuss Your Restaurant Idea with a Bank Manager
Top tips for finding a suitable business bank manager for your new restaurant - and how to keep on the right side of them!...
How to Assess the Competition
Understanding the five key areas of differentiation in the restaurant industry - and how you can make sure your restaurant comes out on top!...
Is it Worth Hiring a PR Firm?
A guide to understanding what a PR firm can offer your restaurant business that you may or may not be able to do yourself....
Should you Buy a Restaurant Franchise?
Pros and cons for buying a restaurant franchise - depending on your character, experience and what you hope to achieve...
Start Up on Your Own or With a Partner?
A guide to understanding the benefits and pitfalls of starting a restaurant business with a partner...
Understand your Target Market
Top tips to help you understand the target market of your new restaurant...
Using Social Media for Business Growth
An easy-to-follow guide to using Twitter, Facebook and blogs to build your restaurant business....
Why Do You Want to Open a Restaurant?
A guide to the good and bad reasons for wanting to start your own restaurant...