In this episode, Philip, co-founder of Honest Burger, discusses his journey in the hospitality industry and shares insights on building successful businesses by prioritizing the human element. Transitioning from his role at Honest Burger, Philip delves into behavioral science, highlighting its influence on both customer service and workplace culture. He introduces Breadstall, a venture focused on simplicity, efficiency, and developing talent, while critiquing the automation trends in hospitality that sideline human interaction. The conversation also explores innovative organizational strategies like reshaping bonus systems with a foundation in trust and autonomy, emphasizing leadership's role in fostering employee growth. This approach creates a competitive edge by supporting personal and professional development within companies.

Connect with Philip:

https://www.linkedin.com/in/philip-eeles-02229ba6/

https://www.breadstall.com/

https://www.honestburgers.co.uk/

https://thisispineapple.uk/

Book:

https://uk.bookshop.org/a/8596/9781786891709

A big thank you to our epsiode sponsor Sideways. Head to their website hospitality.sideways.ai or email them directly at john@sideways.ai

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