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Heather Dismore
Heather Dismore began her career as a well-traveled, highly productive restaurant manager. She left the industry to devote time to her family and her love of writing. In a publishing career spanning over a decade, her work has impacted some 400 titles. Dismore resides in Naperville, Illinois, with her husband, who is a professional chef, and their two daughters. She is the owner of PageOne Publishing, a freelance Web content development company with a focus on the hospitality industry.
Articles & Books From Heather Dismore
Cheat Sheet / Updated 05-07-2024
Running a bar isn’t for the faint of heart. Besides the daily needs of running a bar — for example, what condiments to keep behind the bar and what to put on the menu — you also have to deal with the rigors of management, such as keeping your employees honest, staying on the right side of your state alcohol control board, and dealing with patrons who've had a few too many.
Video / Updated 08-15-2023
It can be difficult to know what you really need when it comes to jewelry and beading design, especially if you're standing in front of racks of supplies. Don't fret; use the following list of supplies you should have handy so you can create jewelry at a moment's notice. And watch the video above to learn about the tools you should have and where to find jewelry making supplies.
Cheat Sheet / Updated 02-25-2022
Running a restaurant is a tough business. Coming up with the concept, designing the menu, hiring the right staff, and running it from day to day are all difficult and time consuming. You need to develop the right attitude, promote the restaurant, keep an eye on the competition, and communicate with your customers.
Cheat Sheet / Updated 02-15-2022
Before you begin making jewelry or beading projects, gather some basic tools and supplies and become familiar with recommended lengths for necklaces, bracelets, and more. Consider how to personalize your bead work by using birthstones (precious or semiprecious) or their crystal equivalents. And when you need help — with design inspiration, supply sources, or technique — take advantage of the rich online resources created by other jewelry-making fans.
Article / Updated 03-26-2016
With all of the stringing choices out there for your jewelry and beading projects, it can get a little crazy sometimes. It's great to have an assortment of stringing materials, but the following list shows the things you should always keep on hand:
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Nylon size 2 (black and white)
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Article / Updated 03-26-2016
Wire wrapping is a great way to put a unique touch on your jewelry and beading creations. You can use wire to connect beads, wrap beads, make your own chain or clasps, and so much more. Start by trying a few of these wire-wrapping techniques:
Article / Updated 03-26-2016
The only way money comes into your bar is when patrons purchase your menu items at the price you choose. So you must price your menus correctly to cover your overhead expenses (including things like rent, insurance, and salaries), your costs (like the ice, liquor, and garnish) and incidentals like napkins, stir sticks, and tiny plastic garnish swords.
Article / Updated 03-26-2016
In the world of bars and restaurants, there are as many ways to do things as there are owners and managers. Even when you hire experienced em-ployees, you need to train them to do things the way you want them done. Hiring experienced employees generally cuts down on the time it takes them to learn your specific systems though.
Article / Updated 03-26-2016
These days, most suppliers can give you next-day turnaround on your bar order. It is recommended that you place orders for delivery of perishable goods, such as meat and produce, twice a week, once on Tuesday and once on Thursday. You should be able to order liquor once a week.
Because your business levels increase over the weekend, your Thursday orders are larger than your Tuesday orders.
Article / Updated 03-26-2016
Pricing is a nuance that comes with experience that comes from running a bar. Pricing is determined by what you can get, reasonably, from the customer, and by the area and the kind of bar your have. Of course, you’d like to deposit more money in the bank, but will Joe Customer pay you for it?
Difficult question.
