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John Foley

Areas of Expertise: Restaurants

Biography

John Foley is a successful entrepreneur whose interests focus on food, publishing, and communications. He has owned and operated eight restaurants and started two internet companies. John is a noted culinary and business columnist whose work has appeared in the San Francisco Chronicle, Examiner.com, and a variety of other sites. He has consulted on numerous restaurant, newspaper, and Internet startups.

ARTICLES BY John Foley

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John Foley

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ARTICLES BY John Foley

10 Tips on Getting Loitering Restaurant Customers to Leave

This is the story of the day I decided to put a stop to customers lingering too long in my restaurant and overstaying their welcome. It was a drastic measure but it solved the problem.

Restaurant Hiring Signs Spell Trouble for Your Business

Forget Groupon! Start Your Own Discount Coupon Program

Restaurant Planning: Action Speaks Louder Than Resolutions

New Year's resolutions are great, but it may take more than one resolution to keep your business on track and your staff focused on success.

'Blood, Bones and Butter' -- a Must-Read for Eatery Owners

Great books about being in the kitchen come along every few years. Gabrielle Hamilton's best selling chronicle is one of them.

Tradition and Passion: Secrets to One Restaurant's Success

Bistro Jeanty shines bright in a town of culinary stars. Its secret ingredient: Hands-on ownership and a keen eye for perfection.

10 Tips to Prevent Holiday Restaurant Robberies

A great evening and a profitable holiday season can turn dismal if you fall prey to a robbery or restaurant invasion. Here's how to avoid being a target.

Can Salt and Pepper Put Dessert Back on the Menu?

As more people begin to watch their weight, dessert sales may be slipping. Adding savory items to the dessert category can help restore this tradition and boost sales.

Christmas Bonuses Don't Need to Break the Bank

Holiday bonuses are a gesture of caring and appreciation. The generosity is in the giving, however, not the amount you give.

Restaurant Owners: Pay Attention to Those Bank Statements!

Extra charges and fees eat away at a restaurant owner's profits. Reviewing your bank and cedit card statements could mean extra cash for you.