How Much Does it Cost to Open a Coffee Shop in 2023?
September 26, 2023 (Published: May 19, 2023)If you’re thinking of opening a coffee shop, the first question you probably ask is, “How much does it cost to open a coffee shop?” The second is, “How can I calculate coffee shop startup costs for a business in my local community?” We’ve got answers! Our team of coffee shop startup consultants has taught […]
The Power of the Cup® in Opening a Coffee Shop
March 10, 2021 (Published: December 16, 2014)Thinking about opening a coffee shop? Consider putting the Power of the Cup® behind you. With the Power of the Cup®, you can learn everything you need to run a profitable – and enjoyable – independent coffee business. What’s the Power of the Cup®? A proven system for opening a coffee shop backed by 30 […]
Leo’s Donuts and Coffee House Celebrates One-Year Anniversary
May 16, 2014 (Published: May 16, 2014)Congratulations to Terry and Andra Shortt, who celebrated the one-year anniversary of Leo’s Donuts and Coffee House on April 22. The coffee-and-donut shop opened after completing our Seven Steps to Success coffee franchise alternative program. Leo’s features an espresso bar, fresh donuts and other goodies, free Wi-Fi and modern seating for up to 20 people in […]
Greg Shares Startup Strategies in Coffeetalk Magazine
April 28, 2023 (Published: April 17, 2014)Dreaming of opening a coffee shop? Then check out Greg’s recent column, “Seven Strategies for a Successful Coffee-Shop Start-up” in CoffeeTalk magazine. The strategies are based on the steps outlined in Greg’s book, Seven Steps to Success in the Specialty Coffee Industry. They include: Lead with location. Think efficiency when arranging your shop. Buy the […]
Meet Our Cuppers: Steve Bayless, 7 Steps Trainer
February 28, 2014 (Published: February 28, 2014)So what is a cupper, you ask? At Crimson Cup, it’s someone who lives for coffee. Our Cuppers have invested long hours – in most cases, years – in learning to objectively assess the quality of coffee. Each of our Cuppers brings a unique palate, set of skills and personality to our mission of consistently […]
So You’ve Opened a Coffee Shop. Now What?
November 4, 2022 (Published: January 31, 2014)If you’ve recently opened a coffee shop, you might be wondering what to do next. With the hustle and bustle of the opening behind you, it’s easy to be lulled into a period of relative inactivity. As Greg observes in a recent edition of CoffeeTalk, “A lot of coffee house owners begin with the impression […]
Business Plan Basics: Determining Your Breakeven Point
December 16, 2013 (Published: November 20, 2013)Dreaming about opening a coffee shop? Then it’s in your best interest to master business fundamentals such as writing a business plan and calculating your breakeven point. As Greg observes in a recent issue of CoffeeTalk magazine: “Most coffee shop entrepreneurs begin with a dream. Perhaps they’re passionate about coffee and want to serve the […]