Episode 4
Total cost of ownership and the power of a spoon
Chef Rich and Justin discuss total cost of ownership and what that really means while reliving some hard-learned lessons in the past. Later, Ashlea Tobeck, Executive Chef at Children’s Hospital Colorado, joins the conversation to share her experience and insight on buying right the first time.
Be sure to follow Chef Rich and Justin on Twitter at @ChefRrupp and @jupehr.
Episode Notes
0:59 – Rich’s garden update
3:12 – Purchasing decision process
5:52 – Buyer’s remorse
7:23 – Rich hits a sore spot with Justin
9:45 – Look good, feel, good, play good
12:44 – Introduce total cost of ownership
14:43 – Chef Ashlea joins the show
18:29 – Chef Ashlea’s story up to Children’s Hospital
29:33 – Chef Ashlea moves into executive position
34:39 – Facilitating flexible and versatile expansion
39:19 – Chef Ashlea’s buyer’s remorse
40:22 – The power of a spoon
46:53 – Chef Ashlea’s inspirational quote