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Post by dnewson on Apr 20, 2014 14:28:28 GMT -6
Changes are sometimes good in businesses, as it is displayed in this video. Even though they knew that some of their current customers may not like the idea of them changing their fries, they chose to take the chance on changing to fresh fries. And in the long run the outcome was a positive one, and their business is even better. As stated earlier, we need to take chances and make changes not always sticking to what we already know or what was done in the past. Stepping out is a good thing.
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Post by jessweaver on Apr 20, 2014 15:58:46 GMT -6
Every compnay is going to be faced with making important and difficult decisions more than once in their time. The important thing about making difficult decision, I think, is how you go about doing it and telling other people about the decision. It is very easy, especially in a large company, for rumors to start and then spread very quickly. Rumors can be detremintal to the company and therefore, it is bettter to prevent them before they start. Managers should inform their employees immediately about a decision that is being made, especially is that decision effects them. Keeping secrets is never beneficial to any company.
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Post by sdoescher on Apr 20, 2014 20:00:23 GMT -6
This was an interesting question. The answer wasn’t profound but the logic and effect on the company were. After nine years in business, changing a core menu item such as fries is risky. Many people would have left things the way they were since it was working but thinking ahead, the CEO made a decision that certainly has had a big effect on Shake Shack. Especially how its brand is perceived.
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Post by ashleysegalla on Apr 27, 2014 13:00:26 GMT -6
The Shake Shack made a hard decision when they changed their fries from frozen to fresh. They upset some of their customers because they liked the frozen fries so much, but it is better for the company in the long run to use the fresh fries. This is something that businesspeople need to remember. It is okay to upset the customers sometimes if it will benefit the company as a whole in the long run. I will definitely keep this in mind when I am managing my company.
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Post by robertnicholson on Apr 27, 2014 13:41:36 GMT -6
Loosing some customers but gaining more in the process works if it works for you. it depends what the point of your organization is. If you want to expand and make more money than it is probable the right action for you. You should really be asking if its the way you want to grow. You will always get more customers if you have a good product.
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Post by arenee1370 on Apr 27, 2014 19:30:11 GMT -6
Great advice! I would apply this video more so towards my personal life. If a decision effects you positively in the long run then that decision should be made regardless to whether or not it upsets some people or friends in the short run. I truly believe that is whats important in business and in life in general.
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Post by Rosie on Apr 28, 2014 13:58:09 GMT -6
As the CEO of a company, making difficult decisions is part of the job description. I couldn't imagine the type of pressure and stress making a decision like this could have on someone. Changing such a huge part of his company, especially after nine years must have taken a lot of thought, weighing of pros and cons, strengths and weaknesses, and most certainly doubt at times. Obviously, the CEO of Shake Shack believed in his decision and stuck to his choice, which is the best start for success in the change.
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Post by shantel on Apr 28, 2014 17:21:59 GMT -6
The message of the video was communicated very well. I agree with what was said one hundred percent. Tough decisions are unwanted but they are necessary. Echoing what was said in the video at the end of the day it's about being able to look yourself in the eye and being proud of the decision that you've made. What learned from the video is that making tough a decision is something that we all will have to do if we want to make a positive change.
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Post by kourtneyb on Apr 29, 2014 13:11:57 GMT -6
This video explains that in business tough decisions have to be made. The owner knew that he would receive backlash for the changes, but he still moved forward. As an entrepreneur you have to be able to look into the future and see what will make your business the most success. Those decisions may alienate some individuals but you have to have the confidence that you are making the best choice for a successful future.
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Post by asanchez on Apr 30, 2014 13:45:24 GMT -6
I completely agree with what this man had to say because these are the kinds of things we're going to be dealing with when we begin our careers. If we know that the right decision is being made, then we can stand behind it. The only part I disagree with is that if you see your business being hurt badly by your decisions, you should probably change that decision or at least adjust it.
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Post by jimmykotter on Apr 30, 2014 18:49:15 GMT -6
this was a cool video, i liked the idea that this companies decision making process wasn't primarily based on keeping everyone happy but it was mainly focused on looking into the future of the company and by being able to stand by the overall idea of wellness. they wanted to do what was right for the company not what was necessarily the most popular.
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Post by melanconcaitlin on May 1, 2014 10:02:59 GMT -6
Technology has both its advantages and disadvantage. For a company to survive in today's economy they must be sound in technology. Today, technology can give you information in a matter of seconds just with the click of a button. If a company doesn't use the available technology they will fall behind in their given market. The disadvantage about technology is the same as its advantage. Information being so readily available can hurt a business sometimes. People can find out anything about a company and/or individuals about a company whether it be true or not. This can put a damper on business and could potentially dissolve the business.
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Post by halearnold on May 1, 2014 10:53:38 GMT -6
Who knew going from frozen to fresh would be such a hard decision... But as Shake Shacks CEO pointed out, some of their customers didn't like going to fresh and saying goodbye to their frozen crinkle cuts. But Shake Shack knew it was the right move for the future of the business. I also wonder if they worried about the effect of the loss of business on the frozen fries company as well.
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Post by karenwag on May 2, 2014 17:01:35 GMT -6
The CEO of Shake Shack is very inspiring. He had to make a tough decisions. I think when you hold that much power, little things, such as changing which fries are used, can be a lot of pressure. With all that power comes a lot of responsibility as well as a lot more pressure to do what is right. This CEO did what he thought was right for the company and it turned out pretty good. Sometimes things do not turn out so good, but those kinds of risk come with being CEO.
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Post by asmith422 on May 2, 2014 20:46:43 GMT -6
Owning your own business there are going to be a lot of decisions that you have to make and many of them will be hard. It's important to find out what works and what doesn't and what makes your customers happy. Even though it may not seem like a necessary decision you may find that making small changes will significantly impact your business for the better.
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