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What does it really take to build something that lasts? 💭 Six cities. Nine business owners. Zero shortcuts. Meet us back here next Thursday. Subscribe and learn more: squ.re/thewayup | Guy Raz

Introducing Codename Goose, your next open-source AI agent 🚀 In this insightful conversation, Rizel Scarlett from Block's Open Source Team shares how you can leverage Codename Goose, Block's newest on-machine AI agent, to automate tasks and enhance your workflows with ease. Learn how Codename Goose works seamlessly with open-source LLMs, and how its powerful capabilities allow for efficient tool calling, system extensions, and more — all while keeping your data safe and local. 💡 Whether you're looking to simplify your automation tasks or explore the potential of on-machine AI, Codename Goose is designed to help you get the most out of your development experience. Listen here: https://lnkd.in/eJ4tvcxB

This video may cause: mild shock, feature envy, and sudden urges to open your Square Dashboard. Here are the most slept-on tools, straight from the people who know them best.

Bluestone Lane is now leveraging Square's entire ecosystem – from our hardware, software to partner integrations – to power its 65 locations across the US ☕️📈 It’s awesome to see how our technology is helping team members spend less time managing systems and more time brewing the perfect flat white. Thanks so much to Nicholas Stone and his team – can’t wait to see the impact we have together. https://lnkd.in/gtSdynYX

The Square team have done an amazing job in helping us move quickly to limit any disruption while we make a major change like this. The team have already seen great improvements in the way operate our stores and the customer insights we are getting to drive business forward. Special thanks to Ming-Tai Huh and his team for going above and beyond to make the transition as smooth as possible 👏

If you’ve been to any of Bluestone Lane's locations across the US recently, you may have noticed a bit of a tech revamp from Square – with the same hospitality and delicious coffee you know and love. ☕️🇦🇺 After systematically testing every leading point-of-sale platform in the market, we’ve found our perfect technology partner in Square. Their platform is transforming how we operate, enabling our team to focus on what matters most – delivering exceptional hospitality and perfect avocado smashes to our locals. Square’s innovative technology matches our commitment to excellence and supports our vision for growth. Thrilled to embark on this partnership and excited about the enhanced experience we’ll deliver together for both our team members and guests. Learn more: https://lnkd.in/gG524qGW #BluestoneLane #AussieCoffee

We're thrilled to announce our partnership with Bluestone Lane, now caffeinating payments in 65 locations across the U.S. ☕️ ️ The results are already brewing: 📈 50% faster ordering times ⏰ Thousands of staff hours saved 🔗 Streamlined operations across coffee shops & full-service cafés 🤝 Seamless integration with Olo, Thanx, Uber Eats, DoorDash, and Restaurant365 More time spent on flat whites, less time spent on systems. Read the full press release here: squ.re/bluestonelane

Front-of-house tech is evolving—fast. So we asked our Square crew: Kiosk or Terminal? 🎤 Here’s how they see the future of checkout:

🎙️ This week on the Square Developer Podcast, we're joined by Square Engineering Manager Dina Spitzer to hear about her decade-long journey from writing code to leading the people who do at Square.  Dina unpacks her insights on leadership, the art of delegation, and how to foster team growth. In this conversation, she reflects on the challenges and triumphs of leading technical teams, balancing hands-on development with empowering others, and scaling both her career and the success of the teams she’s led. Whether you're contemplating your first engineering leadership role or looking to level up your team management skills, Dina's hard-won insights will change how you approach your next career move. Listen now: https://lnkd.in/eVAwCSPf

Supercharge your business and save money while you’re doing it! Square's App Week starts today 🚀 Save money on your favorite apps, including 50% off Jotform Bronze, Silver & Gold Plans! https://ow.ly/eyQe50VueQh #PowerUpWithSquare