What do Taylor Swift, Sarah Jessica Parker, Malcom Gladwell, and Hugh Jackman have in common? They've all — at one point or another — frequented Bluestone Lane to grab their java. Founded in 2013, the Australian-inspired chain of cafés serve everything from their signature flat white and loaded avocado toast to grain bowls and tasty lattes. For episode 145, I'm chatting with Nick Stone, who founded the concept in Midtown Manhattan while still working full-time in the finance industry. The Australian-born entrepreneur and former Australian Football League player shares his inspiration for the massive career pivot into hospitality, and how he knew from early on that their concept would be bigger than just the first couple shops. Also: We chat extensively about how the COVID-19 pandemic impacted the company, how he keeps a positive mindset amidst the chaos, and what excites him about for the year to come. 

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