Managing a restaurant is the classic business example that was used in many of the textbooks and courses that I took. It's a simple yet complex business that illustrates many principles perfectly.
Kitchen Nightmares, featuring Gorden Ramsey, is just another reality television show brought to us by the fine people at FOX. At first glance, yes, it does have it's moments which were built up for entertainment purposes, but this show has good value for those out there running a business or looking to start a business. Every single episode so far has involved a manager that has lost the fire and control of the business.
Ramsey comes in, shows them that they are putting out a piss poor performance that won't win any awards, and re-ignites most of them to love their business and want it to be successful. It's basic consulting - managing employees better, doing market research, improving your product, delivering high quality products and service day in and day out, and doing what you love.
I don't know how many times it has been said to these managers, "If you don't love it, quit or sell it and move on". That's great advice for any entrepreneur or business owner, but also applicable to you in your area of study or first job. Life is too short not to be happy doing something you love.
