Discovering Human Connection in Coffee with Novel Point

In this episode, we talk with Alex, Erin, and Ariel, co-owners of the third wave coffee shop, Novel Point, located in Albuquerque, New Mexico. They get real with us about the grind of growing a small business, how they see their shop and community growing in the next several years, and how they’re engaging the coffee community in Albuquerque. If you ever find yourself at Novel Point, Elliot demands you try the Cascara Cream Soda.

Stay Connected with Novel Point:

Visit their website, give them a follow on Instagram @novelpointcoffee, and go visit them in person at 700 1st St NW, Albuquerque, NM 87102.  

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Chapters

• 0:00 Intro
• 0:44 Elliot’s history with the space
• 2:42 How do you cultivate a community as a coffee shop?
• 6:48 Novel Point latte art throw down
• 12:27 [Ad] Mr. Pick Me & The Manhater
• 13:05 (Cont.) Novel Point latte art throw down
• 15:34 How did you meet?
• 16:55 Journey of inviting co-owners to the team
• 23:20 Navigating the interpersonal element of co-ownership
• 28:45 Coffee shops are a powerful place for connection
• 30:55 Dreams and shifts for the next 5 years
• 41:04 Tangible skills and advice
• 46:17 What do you look for in a coffee shop?
• 49:12 What’s your go-to coffee order?