Bean Business Basics | Third Edition

Bean Business Basics | Third Edition

$179.95

By Ed Arvidson, Bruce Milletto and Victor Bogart

Are you considering opening a specialty coffee business? Do you already own an existing operation? Are you realizing the level of success you had hoped for?

Bean Business Basics is the definitive how-to manual for opening and operating a retail specialty coffee business. The third edition has been thoroughly updated and expanded to meet the needs of today’s specialty coffee entrepreneur. Thousands of copies of the first and second editions have been sold since the book’s original publication in 1997.

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Highlights of the new edition include four new chapters and thorough updates of existing material. Financial data contained within the book has been reassessed, making this book a true operational manual.

Bean Business Basics was written by the professionals who have consulted and trained thousands of gourmet coffee bar employees across the country and around the world. Buying this book is like purchasing tens of thousands of dollars of consulting services.

Topics include:

Coffee Trends
Proper Brewing Principles
Basic Espresso Bar Beverages
Selecting the Right Coffee & Roaster
Ordering, Handling and Storing Coffee
Your Financial Resources
Finding a Great Location
Codes, Permits and Red Tape
Negotiating a Lease
Design and Construction of your Coffee Bar
Planning your Coffee Bar Menu
Choosing and Buying Equipment
Operational Systems
Hiring and Managing Employees
Marketing your Coffee Business
Record Keeping
Budget and Cost Controls
How to Achieve Profitability

Bellissimo received an email from a business and economics professor, Kevin Boyd, who is starting his own espresso business:
Thanks so much for writing Bean Business Basics. While I’ve never spent that much for a book before, I’ve never received as much value per dollar spent either. Your book is clear, concise, informative and eye opening. I honestly can’t understand how anyone could even consider entering the specialty coffee business without first reading your manual [although I’ve seen plenty of sad examples of those who have].

Weight 5 lbs
Dimensions 11 × 8.5 × 2 in

What Our Clients Say

The knowledge that we gained at Bellissimo inspired us to aim for the highest levels of coffee excellence, so we decided to train our staff to compete at barista championships. Our baristas won 7 consecutive national barista championships (from 2008 to 2014). Then, at the World Barista Championship they took top honors winning 1st place in 2011, reaching Finals twice (2013 and 2014) and the Semifinals 2 times as well (2010 and 2012).

- Frederico Bolanos
Viva Espresso

Rock Creek Coffee Roasters opened its doors in August 2004 and we owe much of our success to Bellissimo’s knowledge and professionalism. We attended their Barista training course just 4 weeks prior to opening our doors. This was a great help in developing consistent, quality drinks from day one.

- Joel and Peggy Gargaro
Rock Creek Coffee Roasters

Bellissimo helped us gain a better understand of specialty coffee. We already had the passion and drive to do our best, but Bellissimo helped give us the basic tools, knowledge and understanding of how to put it all together. Without Bellissimo, we wouldn’t have had the skill-set to be ready for all that happens when the doors are open. Every day is learning for us, and that is a good thing.

- Aaron Olsen and Kim Anderson
Handlebar Coffee Roasters

I wanted to learn about the coffee business and have some hands-on experience to help me determine if I’d like to have a coffee business. I had sooooo much fun this week. The people who work here are all friendly, knowledgeable, inspired, and encouraging!

- Kristen Denney

I had a really great time last week and learned SO MUCH in such a short amount of time. I definitely feel more confident and prepared to take on my own coffee shop in the near future thanks to you guys!

- Ryan Leckie

Founder Coaching and Consulting

We have been there and done it. Growing a business as a legacy business, or exploring a profitable exit? We are founders and know the importance of cohesive stability in business. We’ve worked in partnerships, family business and with investors, private equity and beyond. We can help you no matter what stage you are at with growth and long term planning.

Concept Development and Startup Planning

We’re ready to work with you from step one to help refine and plan your business. We have helped everyone from serial entrepreneurs opening multiple locations at once to mom and pop duos opening a small coffee cart. Come to us when you want to make sure to avoid any pitfalls in the coffee industry.

Business Evaluation and Optimization

This is the perfect service for when you need to review your business and format a plan for increased profitability and productivity. We will customize our service to fit your concerns, which may be some of the following: Menu | Pricing | Monthly sales | Profit and Loss Statements | Labor and Employee Scheduling | Inventory | Purchases and Ordering Systems | Rent Factor | Hard Expenses | Marketing Strategies | Promotions | Sales Growth

In-Depth Equipment Recommendations

Our trainers and technicians are ready to provide you with cutting edge equipment recommendations tailored to your coffee shop. We are also often able to secure discounts for our clients.

Professional Barista Training

Are you looking to increase the skills or your baristas and management team? We can arrange custom sessions in our lab or on-site training to work with your staff on the technical skills needed to produce high-quality espresso beverages.

Marketing and Social Media Planning

We’ll help you create a plan and style guide unique to your shop that will take the guesswork out of growth. Gain new customers and retain your regulars.

Virtual Strategy and Training Sessions

Meet with your company’s executive and planning committees to develop new strategies or refine old ones.

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