I went to business school (Fordham University CBA) and while I can't say that joining corporate America is my "calling", I can say that my education and business experience (I've worked in advertising for 8 years) has given me certain roots in organizational leadership and the passion for making things better. While I am still trying to figure out how to blend career with calling and use my talents to "make things better" I am extremely grateful and supportive of organizations that start with one person's idea to simply -- make things better.
I love small businesses and as a consumer, I make an effort to support local restaurants and shops by choosing them over a big chain. I think it is important for so many reasons... especially because I live in the Bronx and it is the 1 borough in New York City that is so underrated. People always seem so surprised when I tell them I live in a safe, family oriented, awesome neighborhood. Morris Park in the Bronx is a great place to live! Playground, public library, lots of local shops and .. RESTAURANTS. Really, really good restaurants I might add.
A new burger shop opened up in the area called "The Stand" and my husband and I could not wait to try it! Our first visit did not really go so well and because I really do care about local business, I followed up with a review on their Facebook page. I hoped that this was an isolated incident and said as much in my review. To my delight, the owner of The Stand immediately contacted me via Facebook. To help make the situation right and keep me as a customer, the owner offered me and a guest a complimentary meal. I immediately decided to give it another chance and brought my camera along this time to post a new review:
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| I got the classic cheeseburger with cheese fries, chicken strips for Aiden and bacon cheeseburger for the hubster :) |
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| Seriously guys, it was cooked to perfection! |
It really meant a lot to me that the owner invited me for a free meal... it showed that my business meant something to them and I thought it was really cool of them to do that. I have to say, that I do not regret giving The Stand a second chance. The food was divine and the service was great! The staff is friendly and helpful and I love the overall "feel" of the place:
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| Really fun vibe in decor |
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| Front of the restaurant |
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| Front counter |
Would I go back to The Stand? Absolutely! And I will... many, many times! I am so glad this place is in my neighborhood! So.. if you are in Morris Park, Trust me when I say -- GO TO THE STAND! You won't be disappointed :)
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