Victory Loves Preparation: Farm to Cup - Step 2
We follow the truck for the first part of the trip, stopping at all the police blockades, helping the drivers explain... Read more
The Z Beans Stories
Laborious Work - Step 1 of Processing Coffee Beans
This article discusses, in thorough detail, the first stage of processing a coffee plant. Here, we will discuss the process... Read more
A Coffee Plant's Dream - Four Important Factors for Growth
In Ecuador, you have moderate temperatures at altitudes as high as 7,000 feet. One of Z Beans' farms, the farm... Read more
Amazing Farming Machines - Coffee Harvesting & Coffee Process
Amazing Farming Machines - Coffee Harvesting & Coffee Process If you've ever been curious how Ecuadorian coffee is made.. As you... Read more
In Good Faith
The answer is no. However, businesses don't see it that way. The 'C' market for coffee just fell below $1, meaning businesses... Read more
An Empathetic Leader
So, as I strive to become an empathetic leader - one who resonates and understands everyone - I realize it’s... Read more
Constructive Criticisms: Facing Our Problems
As I continued to listen, I reflected on one particular message - the importance at living at peace with everyone. What... Read more
With The End In Mind
I'm sitting at my office in the Mercer Innovation Center, and I receive an email from a potential customer I... Read more
A Reflection In The Mirror
It reminded me of the first time I met him. The first time I yelled at him because he wouldn't... Read more
Good Fortune
12 years later, I've not changed at all. I've simply discovered 'It.'. I never became the baseball player the young... Read more
The Inevitable Balance: Life Without Coffee
On the flip side of the 'beginner's luck' coin, we have the instances where we work extremely hard, try something... Read more
What's Your Scale?
Arturo and I thank the mechanic for his hospitality and head back home. On the walk, Arturo brainstorms one more... Read more
