The Bar Business Podcast: Smart Hospitality & Marketing Secrets For Bar & Pub Owners

Chris Schneider, The Bar Business Coach
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Are you spending more time stuck behind the bar than building a business that runs smoothly without you?If you're a bar owner who feels overwhelmed by the day-to-day grind of hospitality and is struggling to balance operations, marketing, and profits this show is for you. Chris Schneider, with over 20 years in the industry, created this podcast to help you overcome burnout, increase profits, and create a business you can enjoy—not just endure.Join us every Monday and Wednesday to: Get expert strategies to boost profits while attracting loyal customers.Learn bar marketing tactics, menu design hacks, and leadership tools that simplify operations.Build the bar or pub that you have always dreamt of owning. Ready to take control of your bar’s success? Start by tuning into the fan-favorite episode: 5 Strategies to Boost Bar Profits This Week: Quick Wins for Bar Owners. 

  1. 18H AGO

    Your Bar Is Already Outdated, Gen Z Changed the Rules

    What worked before… doesn’t work anymore. Same bar. Same drinks. But something’s off. The crowd is different. And they’re not drinking the way they used to. Most bar owners think it’s a traffic problem. It’s not. You’re running a bar built for the past while Gen Z is playing by new rules. In this episode, we break down how each generation actually drinks, spends, and chooses where to go and why Gen Z is shifting everything from what people order to when they show up. If your bar feels inconsistent and you don’t know why…this will change how you see your business. 🔴 Learn More: 🔴  📌 Want a personalized bar growth plan? Book your FREE STRATEGY SESSION here  → https://barbusinesscoach.com/strategy-session 🚨 Want a stronger team and better bar culture? Grab the free Bar Culture Workbook now → https://barbusinesspodcast.com 📢 Get FREE ACCESS to a group that understands the bar business → https://www.facebook.com/groups/barbusinessnation 🚀 Snag my books "How to Make Top-Shelf Profits in the Bar Business!" and "Menus that Sell". → https://barbusinesscoach.com/book/  Our Partners: Dining Alliance Dining Alliance helps foodservice operators of all sizes unlock real savings and earn CashBack through our industry-leading rebate program. https://mydiningalliance.com/register/easy/?c=cjps&segment=Restaurant

    11 min

  2. 5D AGO

    Why Your Bar Is Empty on Weeknights (And How to Fix It) with Bryan Carr

    One night you’re busy. Next night? Dead. No pattern. No consistency.  All you can do is hope that people will show up. Most bar owners think it’s a marketing problem. It’s not. You just haven’t given people a reason to come in. In this episode, I sit down with Bryan Carr from Geeks Who Drink to break down how programming, like trivia, bingo, and weekly events, actually drives consistent traffic and higher spend. If your weeknights are unpredictable and you’re tired of guessing what works… This will change how you think about your bar. Connect with Brian Carr: 👉 Geeks Who Drink – https://www.geekswhodrink.com/ 👉 Jeopardy! Bar League – https://www.jeopardybarleague.com/ 🔴 Learn More: 🔴  📌 Want a personalized bar growth plan? Book your FREE STRATEGY SESSION here  → https://barbusinesscoach.com/strategy-session 🚨 Want a stronger team and better bar culture? Grab the free Bar Culture Workbook now → https://barbusinesspodcast.com 📢 Get FREE ACCESS to a group that understands the bar business → https://www.facebook.com/groups/barbusinessnation 🚀 Snag my books "How to Make Top-Shelf Profits in the Bar Business!" and "Menus that Sell". → https://barbusinesscoach.com/book/  Our Partners: Dining Alliance Dining Alliance helps foodservice operators of all sizes unlock real savings and earn CashBack through our industry-leading rebate program. https://mydiningalliance.com/register/easy/?c=cjps&segment=Restaurant

    37 min

  3. MAR 30

    How to Pay Yourself as a Bar Owner (Salary vs Profit Explained)

    Why do so many bar owners generate decent revenue… yet still feel like they’re constantly behind on money? Most people assume the fix is pushing for more, more customers, more sales, more growth. But that approach usually just creates more pressure without solving what’s actually broken. The real problem is how your money is being managed. In this episode, we walk through how to build a forward-looking budget that gives you control, so your cash is allocated with intention and profit is planned, not left to chance. You’ll learn how to structure your revenue into clear categories, separate owner pay from actual profit, and set flexible cost percentages that move with your sales, so you can stop guessing and start making smarter financial decisions. If you’re putting in the hours, bringing in money, but still not seeing real results at the end of each month, this episode will help you take back control. 🔴 Learn More: 🔴  📌 Want a personalized bar growth plan? Book your FREE STRATEGY SESSION here  → https://barbusinesscoach.com/strategy-session 🚨 Want a stronger team and better bar culture? Grab the free Bar Culture Workbook now → https://barbusinesspodcast.com 📢 Get FREE ACCESS to a group that understands the bar business → https://www.facebook.com/groups/barbusinessnation 🚀 Snag my books "How to Make Top-Shelf Profits in the Bar Business!" and "Menus that Sell". → https://barbusinesscoach.com/book/  Our Partners: Dining Alliance Dining Alliance helps foodservice operators of all sizes unlock real savings and earn CashBack through our industry-leading rebate program. https://mydiningalliance.com/register/easy/?c=cjps&segment=Restaurant

    10 min

  4. MAR 27

    Party of Six - The Surprising Power of Joy and Generosity in Elevating the Global Bar Industry

    Step into the vibrant world of hospitality with our latest episode, where we explore the dynamic India Bartender Show and the essence of joy in the industry. This episode promises to captivate anyone passionate about bars, culture, and community. Discover how the India Bartender Show is reshaping perceptions with its focus on education, community, and cultural expression. Hear from industry leaders about the shared values of joy, love, and generosity that drive hospitality. We also discuss our favorite industry books.  Imagine being part of a community that values passion and data equally, where emerging markets like India are setting new standards. This episode offers a unique perspective on how international bar scenes are evolving and the role of storytelling and cultural history in hospitality. Don't miss out on this inspiring conversation. Subscribe to our podcast for more episodes that celebrate the creativity and humanity at the heart of hospitality. Share this episode with friends and colleagues who are as passionate about the industry as you are. Our Favorite Business and Hospitality Books: Setting the Table by Danny MeyerJoy of Mixology by Gary "Gaz" ReganCocktail Codex by Alex Day, Nick Fauchald, and David KaplanUnreasonable Hospitality by Will GuidaraThe Cocktail Balance 2.0 by Stan HucnickDishoom by Shamil Thakrar, Kavi Thakrar, and Naved NasirLeadership Secrets of Attila the Hun by Wess RobertsGood to Great by Jim ColinsStrengthsFinder by Marcus BuckinghamRestaurant Success by the Numbers by Roger FieldsThe Bar Shift, Hospitality DNA, A Tale of Two Taverns by Dave Nitzel and Dave DomzalskiHow to Make Top-Shelf Profits in the Bar Business, Menus that Sell by Chris Schneider🔴 Learn More: 🔴  📌 Want a personalized bar growth plan? Book your FREE STRATEGY SESSION here  → https://barbusinesscoach.com/strategy-session 🚨 Want a stronger team and better bar culture? Grab the free Bar Culture Workbook now → https://barbusinesspodcast.com 📢 Get FREE ACCESS to a group that understands the bar business → https://www.facebook.com/groups/barbusinessnation 🚀 Snag my books "How to Make Top-Shelf Profits in the Bar Business!" and "Menus that Sell". → https://barbusinesscoach.com/book/  Our Partners: Dining Alliance Dining Alliance helps foodservice operators of all sizes unlock real savings and earn CashBack through our industry-leading rebate program. https://mydiningalliance.com/register/easy/?c=cjps&segment=Restaurant

    1h 14m

  5. MAR 25

    The Bar Owner’s Budget Blueprint: How to Build Predictable Profit

    Why are so many bar owners making good money… but still ending every month with nothing left? Most bar owners think the answer is more sales, more customers, more volume… but that’s actually the slowest and most expensive way to fix a profit problem. Instead, this episode focuses on building a forward-looking budget that actually controls your cash and locks in profit first. From breaking your revenue into real categories to setting cost percentages that flex with your sales, you’ll learn how to stop reacting and start making decisions that protect your margins. If you’re a bar owner who’s tired of working nonstop and still not seeing real profit, this will show you how to finally take control of your numbers. 🔴 Learn More: 🔴  📌 Want a personalized bar growth plan? Book your FREE STRATEGY SESSION here  → https://barbusinesscoach.com/strategy-session 🚨 Want a stronger team and better bar culture? Grab the free Bar Culture Workbook now → https://barbusinesspodcast.com 📢 Get FREE ACCESS to a group that understands the bar business → https://www.facebook.com/groups/barbusinessnation 🚀 Snag my books "How to Make Top-Shelf Profits in the Bar Business!" and "Menus that Sell". → https://barbusinesscoach.com/book/  Our Partners: Dining Alliance Dining Alliance helps foodservice operators of all sizes unlock real savings and earn CashBack through our industry-leading rebate program. https://mydiningalliance.com/register/easy/?c=cjps&segment=Restaurant

    22 min

  6. MAR 23

    How to Increase Restaurant Revenue in 48 Hours Without More Customers

    Why are so many restaurants busy… but still not making enough money? In this episode, we break down a simple but overlooked strategy that can increase your revenue in as little as 48 hours without more customers, more marketing, or more traffic. Most bar and restaurant owners are stuck chasing new customers, thinking that’s the only way to grow. But in today’s market, that’s the slowest and most expensive move you can make. Instead, this episode focuses on a smarter approach: increasing how much each guest spends. From optimizing your guest check average to using simple psychological triggers inside your service and menu, you’ll learn how small shifts can drive immediate profit without raising prices or changing your concept. If you're a bar owner, restaurant operator, or hospitality professional who feels busy but underpaid, this episode will show you exactly where your money is leaking and how to fix it fast. 🔴 Learn More: 🔴  📌 Want a personalized bar growth plan? Book your FREE STRATEGY SESSION here  → https://barbusinesscoach.com/strategy-session 🚨 Want a stronger team and better bar culture? Grab the free Bar Culture Workbook now → https://barbusinesspodcast.com 📢 Get FREE ACCESS to a group that understands the bar business → https://www.facebook.com/groups/barbusinessnation 🚀 Snag my books "How to Make Top-Shelf Profits in the Bar Business!" and "Menus that Sell". → https://barbusinesscoach.com/book/  Our Partners: Dining Alliance Dining Alliance helps foodservice operators of all sizes unlock real savings and earn CashBack through our industry-leading rebate program. https://mydiningalliance.com/register/easy/?c=cjps&segment=Restaurant

    14 min

  7. MAR 18

    A Successful Bar With No Social Media with Ethan Brown of Ernie’s Boondock

    How can a bar succeed without Instagram, social media marketing, or online promotion? In this episode, hospitality operator Ethan Brown of Ernie’s Boondock, a multi-location bar concept, operates with no Instagram, no social media marketing, and almost no online presence. Instead of relying on digital marketing, Ernie’s focuses on something most bar operators overlook: culture, staff, and community experience Ernie’s started in Des Moines and expanded to Nashville while intentionally avoiding social media. The strategy focuses on creating a powerful guest experience through staff culture, lighting, music, and hospitality, turning customers into the marketing engine. If you're a bar owner, operator, or hospitality professional trying to improve profitability and guest experience, this episode offers an entirely different perspective on marketing and operations. 🔴 Learn More: 🔴  📌 Want a personalized bar growth plan? Book your FREE STRATEGY SESSION here  → https://barbusinesscoach.com/strategy-session 🚨 Want a stronger team and better bar culture? Grab the free Bar Culture Workbook now → https://barbusinesspodcast.com 📢 Get FREE ACCESS to a group that understands the bar business → https://www.facebook.com/groups/barbusinessnation 🚀 Snag my books "How to Make Top-Shelf Profits in the Bar Business!" and "Menus that Sell". → https://barbusinesscoach.com/book/  Our Partners: Dining Alliance Dining Alliance helps foodservice operators of all sizes unlock real savings and earn CashBack through our industry-leading rebate program. https://mydiningalliance.com/register/easy/?c=cjps&segment=Restaurant

    32 min

  8. MAR 16

    Prime Cost for Bar Owners: The Tracking Mistake Killing Your Profits

    Most bar owners track sales, watch labor, and check their inventory. But very few step back and ask a simple question: Are you actually tracking your prime cost the right way? Prime cost, the combination of labor cost and cost of goods sold, is one of the most important numbers in your bar. But many operators calculate it incorrectly or rely on inaccurate inventory numbers. In this episode, we break down how prime cost actually works, the mistakes bar owners often make when tracking it, and how to start using it as a real management tool. Because when you understand your bar prime cost, you can see problems earlier, whether it’s overstaffing, waste, overpouring, or rising vendor prices. If you're a bar owner, hospitality leader, or restaurant operator, this episode will help you better understand one of the most important metrics behind bar profitability. 🔴 Learn More: 🔴  📌 Want a personalized bar growth plan? Book your FREE STRATEGY SESSION here  → https://barbusinesscoach.com/strategy-session 🚨 Want a stronger team and better bar culture? Grab the free Bar Culture Workbook now → https://barbusinesspodcast.com 📢 Get FREE ACCESS to a group that understands the bar business → https://www.facebook.com/groups/barbusinessnation 🚀 Snag my books "How to Make Top-Shelf Profits in the Bar Business!" and "Menus that Sell". → https://barbusinesscoach.com/book/  Our Partners: Dining Alliance Dining Alliance helps foodservice operators of all sizes unlock real savings and earn CashBack through our industry-leading rebate program. https://mydiningalliance.com/register/easy/?c=cjps&segment=Restaurant

    11 min
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Are you spending more time stuck behind the bar than building a business that runs smoothly without you?If you're a bar owner who feels overwhelmed by the day-to-day grind of hospitality and is struggling to balance operations, marketing, and profits this show is for you. Chris Schneider, with over 20 years in the industry, created this podcast to help you overcome burnout, increase profits, and create a business you can enjoy—not just endure.Join us every Monday and Wednesday to: Get expert strategies to boost profits while attracting loyal customers.Learn bar marketing tactics, menu design hacks, and leadership tools that simplify operations.Build the bar or pub that you have always dreamt of owning. Ready to take control of your bar’s success? Start by tuning into the fan-favorite episode: 5 Strategies to Boost Bar Profits This Week: Quick Wins for Bar Owners. 

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