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Truett Cathy, the founder of Chick-fil-A, made the decision when he created the fast food company in 1946 not to open it on Sunday. He felt that the first day of the week, employees should have "a day of rest and worship if they wish." The decision, based on deeply rooted principles, is even more extraordinary given what Chick-fil-A gives up financially.

Chick-fil-A has achieved a turnover of more than $ 10 billion in 2018, according to the company's financial statements. This figure comes from operating 2,400 restaurants in 47 states and Washington, DC. This was the 51st consecutive year of revenue growth, which means that the company is rare, as it has experienced several growths, including the Great Recession of a decade ago.

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Although McDonald's does not disclose daytime traffic, there is evidence that weekends are particularly busy, which means it could post 15% of its sales on Sunday. If Chick-fil-A has a similar traffic pattern, Sunday could generate sales of at least $ 1.2 billion. This is a sum for which management has not only yielded, but has done so with a goal that will almost certainly not change.

Chick-fil-A remains a family business. Dan T. Cathy is Chairman and Chief Executive Officer. Donald ("Bubba") Mr. Cathy is Executive Vice President. At the top of the company's "who we are" statement, management said, "It's not closing doors, it's the way we use this time."

Chick-fil-A has several obstacles to opening a franchise. However, one of the benefits of ownership lies in the fact that the company is part of fast food operators with health food options. This is probably a benefit because fast food customers are moving away from high-calorie dishes.

While $ 1.2 billion in revenue is a waste of time, Chick-fil-A's approach to the days when a business should be open will not change any time soon. Employees are satisfied with the management, at least according to outside research. Glassdoor has ranked among the top 100 best places to work in 2017. It has also been named one of the best fast food operators in the country.

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