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Setting the Table
- The Transforming Power of Hospitality in Business
- Narrated by: Danny Meyer
- Length: 5 hrs and 33 mins
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In this landmark book, Danny shares the lessons he learned while developing the winning recipe for his way of doing business � what he calls "Enlightened Hospitality". This innovative business philosophy emphasizes putting the power of hospitality to work in a new and counterintuitive way: the first and most important recipients of hospitality are the people who work for you. In descending order of priority, the next most important receivers of hospitality are guests, the community, suppliers, and investors. This way of setting priorities stands more traditional business models on their heads, but Danny considers it the foundation of every success he and his restaurants have had.
Full of behind-the-scenes history on the creation of Danny's most famous restaurants, and the anecdotes, advice, and lessons he has accumulated on his long and ecstatic journey to the top, Setting the Table is a treasure trove of innovative insights applicable to any business or organization.
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- J. Khalaf
- 07-06-17
Not ideal if you're after learning
The book is mostly about the author's journey to fame. There isn't much to learn here, except perhaps that hospitality should be your main focus and that you should not expand too quickly.
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- evanvrs
- 28-08-23
business book
He is a great restauranteur and his story has strong relevance to others in the hospitality sector. I’d say for someone in restaurants, it is a gem. For those with no connection to the hospitality sector it is only mildly interesting and there are lots of other biographies/memoirs I’d choose from first. Does make me want to visit Gramercy Tavern and Union Square. Great narrator.
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- erez lasker
- 11-04-23
Great read
I love the book.
Very interesting how he made it.
This is very helpful I you have restaurants
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- MR D Shukla
- 14-09-20
great introduction in the restaurant space
good listen learning more about the world of Danny Meyer and what he's up to
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- Anonymous User
- 19-05-20
more managerial spiel
not what I expected ...could he the age of the story at this stage .
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- Ahmed Rehan
- 15-10-19
Get story. Hidden gems
If you are looking for a book that shows you the technical requirements of how to start a restaurant then this might not be what you are looking for. It’s a great biography of opening many restaurants and the emotional journey is fantastic. The golden take away gems are few and far between but they are there.
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- Ben Dwyer
- 11-03-19
The inner workings of an industry legend
I wish every business owner - not just restaurateurs - could read this insightful book
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- carlos a albuquerque
- 06-05-18
A restaurant "Bible" for life and staff support.
In my opinion, a much needed guide for support for all. Professional or not is worth reading.
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- Carlos M.
- 09-03-18
brilliant
Definitely one of the best books ever re hospitality management and business development. . .
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- Daniel Forster
- 05-03-18
the hospitality play book...
Danny Meyer is the ultimate, genuine host who is at the fore front of his game... his value driven approach is laid out in this book and performed to perfection at his amazing restaurants...
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- Gregg Strader
- 19-02-18
ABRIDGED VERSION!?
Buyer beware! I happened to be switching from recording to paper copy of this book and the recording is absolutely abridged! There are whole sections missing from the recording when compared to the book.
I’ve already read this book in the past - great information on Danny Meyer and the beginnings of USHG. Also provides helpful, albeit high-level, business frameworks that apply to restaurant world, greater business landscape, and general interactions among people. Definitely worth a read, but perhaps find an unabridged copy first.
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- Mignon
- 19-07-19
Great story but you’ll have to read the book for the whole thing
What an amazing book, but no where (except in the reviews I found after something didn’t seem right with my purchase) did any one say I wasn’t getting the entire book.
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- Jay
- 04-12-07
Solid
If you are looking for a how to book, this is not it. But it is a solid book providing a foundation of concepts that have allowed one man to succeed in an industry where many fail. i would have preferred a little more of the drier materials like the guts of the business, but over all i was impressed with it, a good read.
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- Jackie
- 22-09-08
Inspiring listen
I love to hear about people undaunted by all the reasons something isn't a "practical" idea, who do it with passion and succeed beyond their wildest hopes. A happy, inspiring listen.
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- Rebecca E Haas
- 07-08-18
Tasty business advice
The author does an excellent job of taking concepts from an industry that often is portrayed as chaotic and full of failures and highlights what makes some restaurants truly great. Beautiful personal and industry insights that you can really sink your teeth into and apply to your own business, no matter the industry. Particularly great for anyone in service industries (ie. real estate) and personal services (Wealth management, insurance, etc)
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- Leahmgordon
- 25-12-17
Hospitality for the masses
I now quote Danny almost every day: "Hospitality is present when you do something FOR someone. It is not present when you do something TO them. I keep trying to translate that into healthcare every day. Thank you Danny for wonderful, helpful, insightful words.
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- Darcy & Cecil
- 07-07-15
More biography than information
You didn’t love this book... but did it have any redeeming qualities?
It's great if you want a biography of Danny Meyer and his restaurants.
Any additional comments?
If you're looking for info on Danny Meyer and his restaurants, go for it. If you actually want to learn about hospitality in business, don't bother.
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- Frank Greco
- 18-03-19
Best Role Model
I had the pleasure of working with Danny for four years from 1990 - ‘94 at Union Square Cafe and as an opener of Gramercy Tavern. As an avid outdoorsman I moved to Lake Tahoe CA shortly after where I have remained for over 20 years as a restaurant and nightclub manager for the same company. I implemented every single thing I learned during my time with Danny and friends bringing two restaurants and one nightclub to the #1 place in the company often referring to Danny as my mentor. I’ve been blessed
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- Steven
- 29-09-18
A breath of fresh air.
It would be easy to say that this is all common sense.
But common sense is not very common anymore.
As a new retail food business owner, I would have to say this is a must read.
This book is an import grounding post and should be read once every two years.
Thank you Danny!
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- Mark Bryant
- 14-08-18
every restaurant manager and owner
This book is the very best restaurant owners book I have ever read. I am going to make this required reading for all my shift leaders and managers.
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