736: Josh Kopal on Always Grateful, Never Satisfied

<p id="yui_3_17_2_1_1594744219864_168" class="">Entrepreneur, restaurateur, and environmental advocate, Josh Kopel, was born and raised in Baton Rouge, Louisiana. Throughout his 20+ year career in food and beverage, he has managed venues ranging from the Alligator Bayou Bar, as well as the hottest Hollywood nightclubs, bars, and ultra-lounges. He went independent in 2010, opening his first concept Five0Four, in Hollywood, CA. Ten years later, he's created a family of brands ranging from Michelin-rated fine-dining to fast-casual, all with a central focus on Southern hospitality and Southern cuisine. Check out his website <a href= "https://www.joshkopel.com">here</a>. </p> <p>To learn more about <strong><em>carbon-neutral operations</em></strong> visit <a href= "https://www.samuelmonsour.com">Chef Sammy Monsour's website</a>.</p> <p>Check out Josh's podcast - <a href= "https://open.spotify.com/show/18WHSoEwEKR3KrIcS2Vg9v?si=dDodxqWZTla3FQJDRTY8BQ"> Full Comp Podcast</a> </p> <p>Check out <a href="https://amzn.to/2BQ8R4q">Principles by Ray Dalia</a> as recommended by Josh in this episode.</p> <p>Check out <a href="https://amzn.to/2D9jYWB">Traction: Get a Grip On Your Business by Gino Wickman</a> as recommended by Josh in this episode.</p> <p>Check out <a href="https://amzn.to/3jX4tBR">Good to Great: Why Some Companies Make the Leap...And Others Don't by Jim Collins</a> as recommended by Josh in this episode.</p> <h2>Show notes…</h2> <h3>Calls to ACTION!!!</h3> <ul> <li>Subscribe to the <a href= "https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCJSERtxnAE3V7T9PQ19w_Og">Restaurant Unstoppable YouTube Channel</a></li> <li>Join the private <a href= "https://www.facebook.com/groups/493649961457862/">Unstoppable Facebook Group</a></li> <li>Join the email list! (Scroll Down to get the Vendor List!)</li> </ul> <h3 style="text-align: left;">Favorite success quote or mantra:</h3> <ul> <li>"Success is a mindset, not a feeling."</li> </ul> <p><strong>In today's episode with Josh Kopek we will discuss:</strong></p> <ul> <li>Gratitude</li> <li>D