Even if you set a long-term goal, that doesn't mean it's a straight-line journey. Often, there are problems and obstacles along the way. Fred DeLuca goaljourneyline Change image and share on social
You really have to understand this isn't a business where you sit in the back room and do calculations - you have to be very concerned about employees and customers, because that's really what's going to bring you success. Fred DeLuca backbringbusiness share on social
When I started in the business, the minimum wage was $1.25. I've seen an enormous number of wage increases. Basically, it applies evenly to everyone in the business. Fred DeLuca applybasicallybusiness Change image and share on social
I don't have much of a bucket list. I don't have a lot of needs and desires. Fred DeLuca bucketdesirelist Change image and share on social
Everybody eats three times a day; it's only a question of where they choose to eat. The longer-term trends are people eat out more often. Fred DeLuca choosedayeat Change image and share on social
I watch 'Shark Tank,' of course. It's very entertaining. I think it's actually good to help people think about the business they might start, and sometimes you get encouraged by looking at someone going into business and saying, 'Hey, I could do that.' Fred DeLuca businessencourageentertain share on social
How you handle the obstacles has a big impact on how you do. If you give up, then you obviously don't get there, but if you're persistent, and you keep thinking of new ways to approach the business, you're more likely to reach your goal. Fred DeLuca approachbigbusiness share on social
The United States is a huge market, and once you get rolling, you can replicate that model over and over pretty easily. Your supply lines are taken care of. You don't have technicians to deal with. You've got your customer base. Fred DeLuca basecarecustomer share on social
In a typical situation, it's going to take pretty close to a year to get your location in, get your permits, and then get open. Fred DeLuca closelocationopen Change image and share on social
If I were in charge of the government, I would index the minimum wage to inflation, so that way, everybody knows what they can count on. Fred DeLuca chargecountgovernment Change image and share on social
