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foxworks: Indeed. Employees. I just want to do my work and not have to oversee all their's. Plus, they're expensive. Add that, the HR crap. It never ends. :p
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GameRager: I could never get around having to deal with the likely myriad of problems having employees these days would entail...things like: Doing one's best not to do/say something they could take as an offense and sue over, having some employees try to sue for being x race/y gender after being fairly fired while claiming it was an unfair termination, rights groups complaining if you don't employ enough members of the favorite marginalized group of the month, etc.

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LiquidOxygen80: Basically, I wanna be the Chuck E. Cheese for adults, without the shitty stigma that a Dave and Buster's has, and without all the hassle and headache of smartcards, reloads, "new" games, etc. The lineup would be strictly the best machines of the 80s/90s, and pinball.

That's my dream.
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GameRager: Good luck with that....most people like the card usage at such places over using money/tokens/etc.
Difference is, though, I wouldn't be charging anything for playing itself, as long as they drink or eat. Essentially, the games are the draw to sell them cocktails and good food. :)
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GameRager: I could never get around having to deal with the likely myriad of problems having employees these days would entail...things like: Doing one's best not to do/say something they could take as an offense and sue over, having some employees try to sue for being x race/y gender after being fairly fired while claiming it was an unfair termination, rights groups complaining if you don't employ enough members of the favorite marginalized group of the month, etc.

Good luck with that....most people like the card usage at such places over using money/tokens/etc.
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LiquidOxygen80: Difference is, though, I wouldn't be charging anything for playing itself, as long as they drink or eat. Essentially, the games are the draw to sell them cocktails and good food. :)
Yes, but without a verification system in place(or someone watching for those sneaking in or using the machines without paying anything)on the games people would likely take advantage to some degree.


All in all it seems like a nice dream, though.
Post edited July 28, 2019 by GameRager
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LiquidOxygen80: Difference is, though, I wouldn't be charging anything for playing itself, as long as they drink or eat. Essentially, the games are the draw to sell them cocktails and good food. :)
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GameRager: Yes, but without a verification system in place(or someone watching for those sneaking in or using the machines without paying anything)on the games people would likely take advantage to some degree.

All in all it seems like a nice dream, though.
That's worrying about nickels and dimes. You're not looking to turn profit on the games. You're turning a profit on drinks and food. It's a business model that's thriving already.
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From my own experience I can say that managing a business is never easy. Recently, my partner and I decided to activate call tracking to improve the work of our call center. On the Internet, we found the company callgear.com/product/call-tracking/, which provides tracking services. I read a lot into this tool and am currently using the free version. Hopefully will see positive results soon! What do people have to say about this service?
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The work I do isn't business work it is housework and keeping everything at home in order I washed and hung out 3 basket loads of washing I also made the beds until my back gave out. I also Clean the dishes absolutely spotless and cook the meals I like boiling the meat it's tasty and chewy at the same time!

Mince boiled makes el dente spag bol!

also this Jewish penicillin with matzoballs

boiling the meat makes the meat fall off the bone!

Curried-snags n veges!

I use half a cup of chicken and half a cup of brown onion gravy for mine not cornflour

THE ORIGINAL 11 SPICES SECRET RECIPE?

Prep: 30 minutes
Soak: 20-30 minutes
Cook: 15-18 minutes
Makes: 4 servings

4 cups all-purpose flour
2/3 tablespoon salt
1/2 tablespoon dried thyme leaves
1/2 tablespoon dried basil leaves
1/3 tablespoon dried oregano leaves
1 tablespoon celery salt
1 tablespoon ground black pepper
1 tablespoon dried mustard
4 tablespoons paprika
2 tablespoons garlic salt
1 tablespoon ground ginger
3 tablespoons ground white pepper
1 cup buttermilk
1 egg, beaten
5 breast pieces cut in quarters for more even frying
Expeller-pressed canola oil

METHOD:
1. Mix the flour in a bowl with all the herbs and spices; set aside.
2. Mix the buttermilk and egg together in a separate bowl until combined. Soak the chicken in the buttermilk mixture at room temperature, 20-30 minutes.
3. Remove chicken from the buttermilk, allowing excess to drip off. Dip the chicken pieces in the herb-spice-flour mixture to coat all sides, shaking off excess. Allow to sit on a rack over a baking sheet, 20 minutes.
4. Meanwhile, heat about 3 inches of the oil in a large Dutch oven (or similar heavy pot with high sides) over medium-high heat to 350 degrees. (Use a deep-frying thermometer to check the temperature.) When temperature is reached, lower the heat to medium to maintain it at 350. Fry 3 or 4 pieces at a time, being careful not to crowd the pot. Fry until medium golden brown, turning once, 15-18 minutes. Transfer chicken pieces to a baking sheet covered with paper towels. Allow the oil to return to temperature before adding more chicken. Repeat with remaining chicken pieces.
Post edited September 02, 2019 by fr33kSh0w2012
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misteryo: I know HereForTheBeer runs his own machanical doohickey business. I run a 15-room B&B. TinyE runs a B&B in the great american frozen north.

Who else around here makes do for themselves by working twice as hard and daily telling themselves, "Hey, at least I don't have a boss to answer to?"
Hello, my friend. Running your own business is quite complicated, but with the correct implementation of all the tasks set, it is a profitable business.

I have an HVAC repair company. I developed for quite a long time, had a small client base. Everything went on until I started automating workflows. The software from https://fieldcomplete.com/.

With it, I began to save time on fairly simple, but at the same time important tasks, such as communication with the client, issuing payments, and also checking the workflows of other employees.

At the moment everything is going well and I'm not going to stop.
I run my own business too. I created website and blog to promote my business. I often use stock photos from depositphotos. I downloaded hand sanitizer graphic images there. Many stock photos are produced by professional photographers using high-quality equipment, resulting in polished and visually appealing images.Creating high-quality photographs can be time-consuming and expensive therefore stock photos could be a cost-effective solution.
Post edited August 30, 2023 by tonnyys
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adaliabooks: All very good advice.

I would add that finding good suppliers is really important, that's something we've really struggled with because of where we are and the fact that we are still quite small and don't order a lot of stuff (so lots of companies won't deliver to us). So try and find some decent reliable people to supply whatever products or services you need.
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LiquidOxygen80: I can definitely vouch for this. Having a good relationship with our vendors definitely encouraged them to go the extra mile for us, when we were low on something, or something got left off a truck. Frequently, the rep would throw it in their car, pick it up for us and run it in. It's the things like that that made me want to continue to do business with their companies. They'd also buy back things that didn't sell, frequently give us new items they were carrying on promo, and if they didn't sell, they'd buy those back, as we supplied with them marketplace research. Finding good reps that know their business, know your particular market and sometimes even frequently have experience running their own businesses and can offer advice can be a godsend.
Absolutely! Building solid relationships with vendors is indeed key to a successful partnership. Clear communication and mutual understanding create a collaborative atmosphere. To enhance these connections, prioritize vendors who not only understand their business but also your specific market needs. Valuable reps go beyond transactions, offering support and insights. For additional business wisdom, check out this article https://multi.lifehacker.com.au/2019/04/how-i-succeeded-independent-reserves-adrian-przelozny/ on life hacks in the business world: How I Succeeded: Independent Reserve's Adrian Przelozny. It's a worthwhile read for practical insights that can elevate your business dealings.
Post edited November 23, 2023 by Marcoj999