Playbooks
New barista keeps messing up drinks? What Reddit gets right
New barista messing up drinks? Reddit's best advice and the missing piece: practise the builds by recall off the clock so mistakes stop before the bar.
Lawrence Arya··4 min
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What happens if you fail the barista test? Don't panic
Worried about failing your barista training test, like the Reddit threads? Here is what usually happens, why it is rarely a big deal, and how to pass next time.
Lawrence Arya··3 min
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Barista test tomorrow? A calm last-minute prep plan
Barista test tomorrow and panicking like the Reddit threads? Here is a calm, recall-based plan for tonight and the morning that beats cramming.
Lawrence Arya··5 min
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How long until a new barista stops sucking? A real answer
Wondering how long it takes a new barista to not suck, like the Reddit threads ask? Here is a realistic timeline and what actually speeds it up.
Lawrence Arya··4 min