Running a succesful small business is no easy task. It is both an art and a science that it is difficult to describe but, when you see it you know it. Statistics show that 80% of new businesses fail with 2 years. Why? The #1 reason is that the owner usually runs out of cash. In the restaurant industry you need to drive sales and loyalty as fast as possible. Because there is such a huge upfront investment to open most small businesses you need to work your way to the break even point and start making profits. This is no easy task.