Running a Bar For Dummies, 2nd Edition shows
established and future bar owners how to establish and maintain a
successful business. Using clear, concise language, this For
Dummies guide contains all the information you need to start
your bar off on the right foot. From grand opening to last call,
you'll discover the insider tricks that keep the business end
running smoothly and the customers happily engaged. With updated
information on marketing and social media, the book walks you step
by step through the entire process, revealing the nitty-gritty
details most new bar owners only discover after starting.

The bar business continues to grow; however, securing running
capital and having knowledge about the business are cited as the
two biggest reasons new bars fail. Running a Bar For Dummies,
2nd Edition shines a light on these issues to help
bar owners prepare properly. The book helps you find your way
through the maze of licensing and permits, developing a business
plan, and preparing for your grand opening, plus offers clear,
no-nonsense guidance on dealing with tough customers. Every step of
the way, Running a Bar For Dummies, 2nd Edition
is a reference you can count on.

• Understand the bar business and important legal issues


• Stock the necessities, including equipment and inventory


• Promote your business using marketing and social media


• Manage expenses and control cash flow

When run correctly, a bar can be an extremely profitable
business, but the key to success is knowing exactly what you're
getting into. By recognizing common problems and teach you how to
adapt quickly to changing conditions, Running a Bar For Dummies,
2nd Edition provides the information you need to
develop those skills, and get your bar started.