{"version":1,"type":"rich","provider_name":"Libsyn","provider_url":"https:\/\/www.libsyn.com","height":90,"width":600,"title":"The Real Cost of Owning a Bar with Chris Schneider","description":"Think owning a bar is just pouring drinks and counting cash? Think again. Bar owner and coach Chris Schneider breaks down what really makes a bar work\u2026and why a packed room can still leave you broke on Monday. Chris joins Matthew R. Meehan and Luigi Rosabianca to talk pricing, staff, food, location, profit, and the small costs that can quietly wipe out your margin. He also explains why gut instinct is not enough, why simple drinks often win, and why your parking lot may matter more than your cocktail list.   \ud83c\udf78 What you'll hear in this episode: Why bar owners need to follow the numbers How bad staff culture kills retention Why a flashy location can hurt your profit Why beer and well drinks still drive sales How food keeps customers spending longer What bar owners miss about insurance costs Why happy hour laws change by state How one small personal detail can build customer loyalty Why a busy bar can still lose money What every small business can learn from hospitality   Ready to see what your favorite bar is really dealing with? Listen now, then send this episode to the friend who keeps saying, \u201cWe should open a bar.\u201d   \ud83d\udc64 Connect with Chris! Chris Schneider is the founder of The Bar Business Coach and a former bar owner. He helps independent bars and restaurants improve pricing, systems, menus, staff performance, and profit.  Instagram: https:\/\/www.instagram.com\/barbusinesscoach\/ LinkedIn: https:\/\/www.linkedin.com\/in\/chris-schneider-74732021\/ YouTube: https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/channel\/UCsyvnkceZSVsRMTJdnB4SuQ   \ud83d\udd17 Links + Resources Mentioned How to Make Top Shelf Profits in the Bar Business: https:\/\/www.amazon.com\/dp\/B0C5C6LBK5?lv=shuf&channelId=500&plpRedirect=mhFallback Menus That Sell: https:\/\/www.amazon.com\/dp\/B0GHRH2LKM?lv=shuf&channelId=500&plpRedirect=mhFallback     \ud83d\udd14 Enjoyed the episode? Subscribe so you don\u2019t miss future conversations on business growth, funding, strategy, and the stuff most people don\u2019t explain clearly. If this episode helped, a quick rating or review goes a long way. It helps the show reach more business owners who actually care about getting this right.     \ud83c\udfa7 Listen or watch The Liquid Lunch Project Available on all major podcast and video platforms: \u2022 Official site: https:\/\/theliquidlunchproject.com \u2022 Apple Podcasts: https:\/\/podcasts.apple.com\/us\/podcast\/the-liquid-lunch-project\/ \u2022 Spotify: https:\/\/open.spotify.com\/show\/12HPEDMmsbfsp8tHt5LiZJ \u2022 Audible: https:\/\/shorturl.at\/6j4vz\u2022 YouTube (full episodes + clips): https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/@Credit_Banc     \ud83d\udcec Want more than just the podcast? Every Friday, we publish The Weekly. A fast, smart rundown of what actually matters in finance, tech, small business, and the economy\u2026without the noise. Subscribe here: \ud83d\udc49 https:\/\/theweeklyfromshieldadvisory.substack.com\/     \ud83d\udcbc Need funding or working capital? If today\u2019s conversation raised questions about capital, cash flow, or financing options, you can schedule a conversation with our sponsor, Credit Banc. Credit Banc helps business owners make sense of their options and move forward with a clear plan, without pressure or guesswork. \ud83d\udc49 Book a free 15-minute call here: https:\/\/tinyurl.com\/3dh9vy86   \ud83d\udcf2 Connect with the hosts Follow along for behind-the-scenes clips, commentary, and things that don\u2019t make it into the episode. \u2022 Matt Meehan: https:\/\/www.instagram.com\/matthew.r.meehan \u2022 Luigi Rosabianca: https:\/\/www.instagram.com\/luigi_rosabianca \u2022 The Liquid Lunch Project: https:\/\/www.instagram.com\/theliquidlunchproject\/     \ud83d\udcac One last thing Know a business owner who would appreciate this conversation? Send them the episode. That\u2019s how this show grows.    ","author_name":"The Liquid Lunch Project","author_url":"https:\/\/theliquidlunchproject.com","html":"