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THE MARGIN METHOD

A manager‑led, plug‑and‑play training system that protects £20,000+ in margin per venue, in any country, any concept, any service model

Built for operators who want commercial discipline, consistent standards, and a team that understands the “why” behind margin — whether you run a single café or a global hotel group. No calls. No consultants. Instant access.

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Most venues lose £20,000–£60,000 a year in preventable margin leaks.

Not because teams don’t care. Not because managers aren’t trying. But because nobody has ever shown them the behaviours that actually protect margin — and how to embed them consistently.

The Margins Method fixes that.

If these sound familiar, The Margins Method will transform your venue.

These aren’t big problems — they’re small behaviours repeated daily. Fix the behaviours, and the margin follows, no matter where in the world you operate.

  • Inconsistent standard
  • Over-pouring and wastage
  • Weak upselling
  • Poor menu knowledge
  • Slow onboarding
  • No visibility on commercial performance
  • Managers firefighting instead of leading
  • Teams doing things “their own way”

5 Core
Modules

  • Margin Awareness
  • The Profit Map
  • The Visibility Framework
  • The Standards Cycle
  • Think Like an Owner

Manager Toolkit

  • Manager notes
  • Rollout plan
  • Team briefing deck
  • Behaviour tracking sheets
  • Weekly check‑ins
  • Implementation checklist
  • Licence agreement

Rollout

Rollout takes around 3 hours.

Managers follow the notes, press play, and run the exercises.
 
Teams understand it immediately.

A simple, operator‑
friendly rollout, anywhere in the world

Manager delivers the modules 

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Team embeds the behaviours

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Margin improves & stays Improved
 

Why It Works 

Because it focuses on the only thing that moves margin: behaviour.

Not dashboards.

Not reports.

Not posters in the staff room.

Just the small, everyday actions that protect margin — taught in a way teams understand and managers can deliver in any concept, any service model.

The Commercial Uplift

Real operators see real results.
 
 

Most venues see behaviour changes within days and commercial uplift within weeks. One small operator recovered £21,000 annually from fixing three small behaviours alone.
 
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£21,000 recovered annually
 
3 behaviours fixed
 
2-6 week ROI

Investment

£1,000 per venue.

One-time purchase.

Lifetime access.

Manager-led.

No subscription. No ongoing fees.

Suitable for single venues, multi‑site groups, and international operators

  • Independent operators
  • Multi-site groups
  • International hospitality teams

WHO IS IT FOR 

  • Pubs
  • Bars
  • Restaurants
  • Cafes 

  • GMs
  • AGMs
  • Operations Managers
  • Teams who need clarity, not complexity

FAQ's

The essentials. No fluff. Just the answers you need to make a confident decision

How long does the rollout take?

Three hours. Manager‑led. No consultants required.

Do we need to change our menu or pricing?

No. The Margin Method works with what you already sell. It improves decisions, not menus.

Do we need to train every team member & Is it suitable for new starters?

Managers deliver the modules, and behaviours spread naturally through defaults, visibility, and standards. The more team members who are trained, the stronger and faster your margin gains — including new starters, who take on the system from day one.

Who delivers the training?

Your managers. The system is built for internal delivery — simple, structured, and repeatable.

How quickly will we see results?

Most venues see margin movement within 1–2 weeks. Defaults and visibility shift profit immediately.

What margin uplift should we expect?

Typically £20,000–£60,000 per venue per year, depending on size, compliance, and trading volume.

Does it work for pubs, bars, restaurants, cafés, and hotels?

Yes. The behaviours are universal. The system works in any concept, any size, any country.

What’s included in the £1,000?

Lifetime access to all five modules, the manager toolkit & rollout plan.

Is this a subscription?

No. One payment. Lifetime access. No ongoing fees.

Disclaimer: The Margin Method improves margin through behaviour change. Actual results vary by venue, trading volume, and team compliance.
© Collingsmith & Co. All rights reserved. Licensed for internal use at the purchasing venue only. Not for distribution, resale, or use across additional sites without written permission from Collingsmith & Co. Disclaimer: The Margin Method improves margin through behaviour change. Actual results vary by venue, trading volume, and team compliance.
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