

🌯 “I measured the bowls” — Chipotle’s burrito “weight debate”. Wimbledon’s grass startup. Amazon’s renewable energy win.
Jul 11, 2024
Chipotle's burrito bowls are under scrutiny for mis-sizing, Amazon is making strides in renewable energy, and a small startup is the real winner at Wimbledon. The hosts also share their experience at the first Ben & Jerry’s ice cream store, offering valuable business advice.
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Startup Optimism
- Be bullish about your company's future, even if it means adjusting projections.
- Don't commit fraud, but learn from Ben & Jerry's optimistic approach.
Chipotle Burrito Bowl Test
- A Wells Fargo analyst tested Chipotle's portion consistency by ordering 75 identical burrito bowls.
- He found significant weight differences, disproving Chipotle's claims of consistent portions.
Corporate Show and Tell
- To get promoted, create tangible and shareable work projects like the burrito bowl test.
- This demonstrates initiative and generates positive attention, increasing your visibility.