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Bar Rescue's Jon Taffer: This Is the Key to Authenticity Authenticity doesn't just come from the business, it comes from the people, too.

By Jason Fell

As an entrepreneur, you've created a new product or service and developed a brand identity around this new concept to help attract consumers and stand out from competitors. But your journey doesn't end there. If you ask Bar Rescue host Jon Taffer, your company's credibility and authenticity hinges on the people you hire to reflect that concept you've created.

"Authenticity comes from people as much it comes from concept," Taffer says. "It creates authenticity to the environment and makes [your business] come alive."

For more on Taffer's thoughts on authenticity and its importance in business, check out the short video above.

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Jason Fell

Entrepreneur Staff

VP, Native Content

Jason Fell is the VP of Native Content, managing the Entrepreneur Partner Studio, which creates dynamic and compelling content for our partners. He previously served as Entrepreneur.com's managing editor and as the technology editor prior to that.

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