The Last Meritocracy

The Last Meritocracy

Failing with fire

A reflection on burnout, growth, and slowing down

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Marcello De Feo
Aug 06, 2025
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I’m a pretty good cook. It’s true. It didn’t feel like that at my restaurant, though.

To be honest, it might have been a mistake to open a business. One could question if I was ready. I knew how to cook and how to lead. Understanding the nuances of business is an entirely different animal.

How do you price an item? Where do you find sources? Are they rep…

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