I’d hired a staff of twelve, and they were all on the schedule today. They were good and smart and hardworking and way too young to give a shit about INK, which was for the best. “Okay, team, I’m not very good at inspirational speeches,” I said as I eyed the digital clock on the wall. “But I am great at pizza and so are the rest of you. Our only job today is to make people happy with great food. It’s going to be a little chaotic, so just take it easy. Ask for help when you need it. Don’t let customers bully you, because in this house, the customer isn’t always right.” That got a few dry
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