Building In Public: Fear Based Decision Making, Community as a MOVEMENT For Shared Prosperity.

Our "Building In Public" Series is a behind the curtain, raw look at the conversations that go into evolving a venture-backed startup aiming to transform the industry in service of shared prosperity for small and independent businesses. Follow our mission at https://joe.coffee

and on Instagram at @joecoffeeapp In this episode, the hosts discuss the concept of 'building in public' and its importance in the entrepreneurial journey. They delve into the evolution of their startup, Joe, which aims to transform coffee shop operations through principles of shared prosperity and community interconnectivity.

The conversation highlights the dramatic growth experienced by coffee shops using their platform, which outperforms traditional point-of-sale systems like Toast and Square by aligning with customer needs. The discussion also explores the broader idea of community, reflecting on the role coffee shops play in fostering real connections in a digital age, and the challenges of changing business paradigms in a post-COVID world. The hosts seek feedback from the community to enhance their approach and invite listeners to share their thoughts on building in public and creating a community-centered business.

00:00 Introduction: The Essence of Community in Coffee
09:55 Conclusion: Embracing Change and Community
11:03 The Decline of Social Capital
12:53 Redefining Community in the Modern Age
14:39 The Role of Coffee Shops in Building Community
18:23 Challenges and Opportunities for Coffee Shop Owners
19:07 The Impact of Technology on Coffee Shops
21:38 Aligning Business Practices with Community Values
26:02 The Journey of a Startup: Building Joe
31:47 The Importance of Customer-Centric Solutions