Making It in Asheville

086 - Eric Scheffer of Jettie Rae's (and Vinnie's)

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In this episode, we interview Eric Scheffer. With 21 years of hospitality experience including Asheville gems such as Vinnies and Jettie Rae's and the former Savoy, Scheffer explains how caring about your people is one of the most important strategies to success.

Here’s What You’ll Learn in this Episode:

  • How the Senegalese term Teranga can make everyone a better person
  • How employers can try to help with recovery and the pervasive link between Alcohol/Drug use and the restaurant industry
  • Why valuing and communicating with your employees leads to success in business and life
  • How deciding if try a new career (even if you're experiencing success in another) is a good idea
  • Why Eric was given the nickname “Hollywood” 

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    Music by Commonwealth Choir

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