The #1 Mistake Bar Owners Make (and How to Avoid It) | Amir Azer

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The #1 Mistake Bar Owners Make (and How to Avoid It) | Amir Azer
Feb 11, 2026
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Amir Azer, owner of Seattle’s Xtadium Lounge, shares lessons from 28 years in nightlife—how to stay “Instagrammable,” manage payroll and hours, survive COVID-era shifts, and build long-term relevance through community involvement.

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