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The Bar Business Podcast: Smart Hospitality & Marketing Secrets For Bar & Pub Owners

Chris Schneider, The Bar Business Coach
Cash Flow Management
Starfish
Business Adaptation
Inventory Management
Restaurant Industry
Storytelling
Hospitality Industry
Bar Failure Statistics
P&L Statements
Bar Management
No Tax On Tips
Bartending
Sustainability
Social Media
Delivery
Productivity
Key Performance Indicators
Quality
Financial Management
Restaurant Technology

Are you spending more time stuck behind the bar than building a business that runs smoothly without you?If you're a bar owner who feels overwhelmed by the day-to-day grind of hospitality and is struggling to balance operations, marketing, and profits this show is for you. Chris Schneider, with over 20 years in the industry, created this podcast to help you overcome burnout, increase profits, and c... more

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Latest Episodes

One night you’re busy.

Next night? Dead.

No pattern. No consistency. 

All you can do is hope that people will show up.

Most bar owners think it’s a marketing problem.

It’s not.

You just haven’t given people a reason to come in.

In this episode, ... more

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Why do so many bar owners generate decent revenue… yet still feel like they’re constantly behind on money?

Most people assume the fix is pushing for more, more customers, more sales, more growth. But that approach usually just creates more pressure ... more

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Step into the vibrant world of hospitality with our latest episode, where we explore the dynamic India Bartender Show and the essence of joy in the industry. This episode promises to captivate anyone passionate about bars, culture, and community.

Di... more

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Why are so many bar owners making good money… but still ending every month with nothing left?

Most bar owners think the answer is more sales, more customers, more volume… but that’s actually the slowest and most expensive way to fix a profit problem... more

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Recent Guests

Meenakshi Singh
Host of the India Bar Show and Sidecar
India Bar Show, Sidecar
Episode: Party of Six - The Surprising Power of Joy and Generosity in Elevating the Global Bar Industry
Ifa Haladay
Representing the Ruckus Group
Ruckus Group
Episode: Party of Six - The Surprising Power of Joy and Generosity in Elevating the Global Bar Industry
Cliff Kreider
Partner at Truck and Tap and Stinger Compliance
Truck and Tap, Stinger Compliance
Episode: Party of Six - The Surprising Power of Joy and Generosity in Elevating the Global Bar Industry
Ethan Brown
Owner of Ernie's Boondocks, multi-location bar operator
Ernie's Boondocks
Episode: A Successful Bar With No Social Media with Ethan Brown of Ernie’s Boondock
Domenic Pedulla
Co-host of Late Night Restaurant Podcast; founder of Next Food Expo and Safe Check Learning
Next Food Expo; Safe Check Learning
Episode: What Smart Bar Operators Are Doing Differently with Jay Ashton & Domenic Pedulla
Jay Ashton
Co-host of Late Night Restaurant Podcast; founder of Ashton Media
Ashton Media
Episode: What Smart Bar Operators Are Doing Differently with Jay Ashton & Domenic Pedulla
Zach Yurchuck
Owner of Truck & Tap; partner in Truck & Tap ventures
Truck & Tap
Episode: How to Build a Profitable Neighborhood Bar from Scratch with Zach Yurchuck of Truck & Tap
Andrew Roy
General Manager of Mahogany Prime Steakhouse, certified sommelier, host of Serves You Right Podcast
Mahogany Prime Steakhouse
Episode: Great Managers Aren’t Born: How Hospitality Leaders Are Made with Andrew Roy
Cliff Crider
Founding partner of Stinger Compliance and owner of Truck and Tap
Stinger Compliance; Truck and Tap
Episode: Party of Six - Bar and Restaurant Staffing Solutions: Reducing Turnover and Building Culture

Host

Chris Schneider
Bar business coach and host focusing on profitability, marketing, and operations for bar and pub owners.

Reviews

4.9 out of 5 stars from 38 ratings
  • Awesome!

    Full of nuggets in bar business! Keep it up!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    John PG.
    Philippines5 months ago
  • This show is a must listen for anyone in the industry

    Chris offers a fresh perspective on the beverage industry in restaurants and brings on exciting guests who dive deep into issues that others are not talking about. There is a ton of value in these episodes.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Cmarvinfan
    United States2 years ago

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Listeners appreciate the guest lineups and the host's emphasis on data-driven strategies and real-world applications; the content is seen as valuable for owners seeking scalable improvements.
A strong sense that practical, actionable tips are consistently delivered with clear takeaways for improving bar profitability and guest experience.

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A Successful Bar With No Social Media with Ethan Brown of Ernie’s Boondock
Q: How did you manage expansion across state lines and still maintain culture?
Maintain constant communication with staff, invest in training, spend time on-site, empower leaders at each location, and ensure head office support so that each bar feels like part of a larger family.
A Successful Bar With No Social Media with Ethan Brown of Ernie’s Boondock
Q: What is one piece of advice you would tell a bar owner in the middle of America?
Believe in your product and let it shine through without shouting; consistent experience and a strong culture will drive word-of-mouth and loyalty across multiple locations.
From Bartender to Bar Owner: How Steve Lewis Turned a Biker Bar into a Community Favorite
Q: How did you approach changing the bar's reputation while keeping regulars engaged?
He focused on visible renovations, increased lighting, a sports-oriented vibe, and ongoing communication with regulars to reassure them that the core experience would remain while improvements were made.
From Bartender to Bar Owner: How Steve Lewis Turned a Biker Bar into a Community Favorite
Q: What struck you first when you bought the bar, and what surprised you the most about running it?
The biggest shifts were in licensing, insurance, and the volume of behind-the-scenes tasks; the difference between running a bar as a staff member and as owner required a broader operational mindset.
From Bartender to Bar Owner: How Steve Lewis Turned a Biker Bar into a Community Favorite
Q: So layout for us, how did you go from bartending at the competitor's bar down the street to purchasing The Bridge Pub?
He explains starting as a long-time bartender who eventually learned enough about the bar's operations and neighborhood dynamics to buy the place, using relationships and timing to transition from employee to owner.

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A practical, tactics-focused show for bar and pub owners that centers on running a higher-margin operation. Episodes cover a wide range of topics from marketing and social media strategies, menu design, and branding to staffing, inventory management, cash flow, and technology adoption. The host tends to emphasize actionable playbooks, data-driven decisions, and guest collaborations that drive profitability and guest experience. A notable pattern is the emphasis on systems and optimization—whether through secret menu concepts, predictive staffing, inventory controls, or AI and digital tools—aimed at helping owners scale with less burnout. The format often pairs real-world case studies with repeatable frameworks, making it useful for operator... more

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