The Pre-Shift Podcast
The #1 podcast for restaurant growth
Great teams make great restaurants. We explore operator stories, the strategies they use, and valuable lessons on running restaurant teams.
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Meet the host
I'm D.J.
D.J. Costantino brings over a decade of industry expertise and a deep understanding of restaurant operations. Coming from a family of restaurant people, he has spent his career immersed in the restaurant world—first as an employee, then as a food journalist, and now at 7shifts.
D.J. is passionate about sharing real stories and practical advice from the industry’s top operators to help listeners build stronger teams and better businesses.
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Scaling self-pour tap walls: Inside Oak & Stone’s expansion
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Letting go of the day-to-day: Tom Schmidt’s journey from busser to leader
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Where are you on the restaurant tech journey?
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The WOWorks growth playbook for repeatable systems and unified tech
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Franchising isn’t an exit strategy—it’s a full-time job with Shawn Saraga
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What do restaurant investors really want? unlocking the financial trifecta with Garrett Mills
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The franchise playbook: A CEO’s guide to restaurant expansion with Troy Hooper
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AI is here, but your story is your superpower | Shawn Walchef, Cali BBQ
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Can restaurants survive without traditional tipping? | Katie Button
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The people-first culture that drives just 17% turnover at Brasa with Michel Falcon
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