New Episodes Every Friday

Season 6

Sept. 27, 2024

Episode #159 - Reece Sims and Flavor Camp

In this episode, I sit down with Reece Sims, a spirits expert and entrepreneur. We dive into the importance of fitness in the hospitality industry, overcoming rejection, and finding success beyond financial goals. Reece also ...

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Sept. 24, 2024

Shot #173 - 5 Tips to Hiring the Right Team

Hiring is Guessing, Firing is Knowing. I live by this to stop perfectionism in the hiring process. Here are 5 tips to hiring the right team. FOLLOW US ON INSTAGRAM – Shawn Soole https://www.instagram.com/shawnsoole/ Soole Hos...

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Sept. 20, 2024

Episode #158 - Keegan McGregor, Diageo World Class Global Winner 2024

In this episode, I catch up with Keegan McGregor, fresh off his global bartending competition win. We dive into his journey through imposter syndrome, the importance of self-confidence, and his desire to uplift his local comm...

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Sept. 17, 2024

Shot #172 - 5 Tips on Minimizing Staff Turnover

This week I chat about 5 key takeaways from minimizing staff turnover in your venue. Hope this helps some operators out there. FOLLOW US ON INSTAGRAM – Shawn Soole https://www.instagram.com/shawnsoole/ Soole Hospitality Conce...

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Sept. 13, 2024

Episode #157 - Evelyn Chick and Modern Entrepreneurship

In this episode of, Shawn sits down with Evelyn Chick, award-winning bartender and entrepreneur, to discuss financial literacy, the highs and lows of entrepreneurship, and redefining success in the hospitality industry. Evely...

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Sept. 10, 2024

Shot #171 - For < With, Changing Management Wording

In this episode, I dive into the power of language in leadership. I discuss how shifting from "working for" to "working with" your team can transform your business culture, foster collaboration, and drive success. Tune in to ...

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Sept. 6, 2024

Episode #156 - Kevin Demers and Building an Empire

In this episode, Shawn chats with Kevin Demers, Montreal’s hospitality visionary and the mastermind behind multiple venues, including Coldroom. Kevin shares his entrepreneurial journey, offering insights on scaling a business...

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Sept. 3, 2024

Shot #170 - Story of Twin Boys, Adversity and Resilience

In this episode of Post-Shift Shot, I share a story about resilience and adversity. It’s a tale of twin boys raised in a harsh environment, with one ending up homeless and the other becoming the head of pediatrics. This story...

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Aug. 30, 2024

Episode #155 - Sean Finter and Napkinomics

In this episode of the Post Shift Podcast, I sit down with Sean Finter to discuss his journey in the hospitality industry. We explore leadership challenges, the evolution of success, and the importance of listening to your te...

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Aug. 27, 2024

Shot #169 - Who am I and Why I'm Back

In this episode, I reflect on why I took a break from the podcast and other projects in my life. I dive into my journey in the hospitality industry, sharing personal challenges, the passion that drives me, and how returning t...

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