“It's the job of any business owner to be clear about the company's non...” — Danny Meyer Quote

It's the job of any business owner to be clear about the company's nonnegotiable core values. They're the riverbanks that help guide us as we refine and improve on performance and excellence. A lack of riverbanks creates estuaries and cloudy waters that are confusing to navigate. I want a crystal-clear, swiftly flowing stream.

Human nature doesn't change. When enough people are comfortable enough financially, there is going to be human nature that wants to spend more money on better quality and, to some degree, status symbols as well.

More and more, museums will look at restaurants and chefs differently - as if they are curating art.

Constant, gentle pressure is my preferred technique for leadership, guidance, and coaching.

The only business of the head in the world is to bow a ceaseless obeisance to the heart.

When I decided to get married at 40, I couldn't find a dress with the modernity or sophistication I wanted. That's when I saw the opportunity for a wedding gown business.

Let us permit nature to have her way. She understands her business better than we do.

The Hayemaker is a dangerous fellow who, when the bell rings, is on a seek and destroy mission, by any means necessary. No playing around. No comedy. It's just straight-up business.

The consumer isn't a moron; she is your wife.