This week, I took the podcast on the road and recorded live from West Shore Pizza Kingsway. It’s not something I usually do, but with so much happening right now, I wanted to share my thoughts, advice, and support directly from the heart of our business. Here’s what I talked about:
Standing with Los Angeles: My heart goes out to everyone in Los Angeles dealing with the aftermath of the wildfires. I’ve reached out to friends, family, and pizza folks in the area, and while it’s a relief to know they’re safe, I recognize how much rebuilding lies ahead. Organizations like Slice Out Hunger are stepping up, and I encourage all of us in the pizza community to help however we can.
The Role of Pizzerias in Tough Times: Whether it’s wildfires in California or unexpected snowstorms in the South, disruptions shake up people’s routines. As pizzeria operators, we have the unique ability to offer a small slice of normalcy—a hot meal and a familiar place. Shoutout to the pizza makers and first responders out there working hard to keep things going.
Taking Your Pizzeria to the Next Level: If you’ve been in business for a few years and are ready to grow, congrats—you’re already ahead of 60% of restaurants that don’t make it past year one. I shared practical tips on tightening operations, building strong teams, and developing marketing strategies that actually work. Spoiler: it all starts with rock-solid operations.
Developing Future Leaders: One of my favorite topics—helping team members grow into leaders. I shared how investing time and patience into your managers can pay off big, using my favorite metaphor: growing asparagus. It’s a two-year process that leads to 20 years of productivity, but you have to put in the work upfront.
Resources I Mentioned:
Download my free New Pizzeria Opening Checklist: go.tyrellreed.com/free
Learn more about Slice Out Hunger’s wildfire relief efforts.
If you’re serious about growing your business, check out my 12-week coaching program for pizzeria operators.
Shoutouts:
To the communities in Los Angeles and the South navigating these tough times—we’re with you.
To first responders and pizza makers giving back every day.
To our sponsors, Todd’s Curry Sauce, Bag Genie Pizza Bags, and of course, TyrellReed.com.
Let’s Connect: If you have questions or want to learn more about the tools and resources I’ve mentioned, visit TyrellReed.com. I’d love to hear from you.
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