BRAIN DUMP - Don't lose these thoughts!

FUTURE DRINK IDEAS:
- Summer: coconut cold brew? Mango something?
- Fall: obviously pumpkin returns, but also... apple cider latte?
- Butterfly pea flower color-changing drink (saw in vendor catalog)
- "Build your own" seasonal flavor option?

TRAINING IMPROVEMENTS:
- What if we did "barista certification" levels? Bronze/Silver/Gold
- Partner with coffee roaster for origin education
- Customer could vote on best latte art Fridays?
- Video library for new hires to watch at home

MARKETING IDEAS:
- Loyalty program finally??? Punch cards or app?
- Collaborate with the bookstore next door
- "Coffee and..." pairings with local bakery
- Monthly latte art competition on social
- Behind-the-beans documentary series
- Farmers market booth when weather warms up

SPRING LAUNCH ADDITIONS:
- Should we do a "first 50 customers" free drink thing?
- Photo backdrop for Instagram moments?
- Launch day playlist - spring vibes
- Press release to local news?

RANDOM:
- Fix that squeaky door
- Staff appreciation day after launch madness
- Look into sustainable cup options
- Maria mentioned wanting to do community classes

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Review this before Q2 planning meeting!
