Pillow Talk with…David Marcus

What do you do when you’re not sleeping, i.e., what’s your day job?

I make BBQ, pizza, burgers, mattresses and real estate. I run Marcus Investments.

(Editor’s note: Marcus Investments holds real estate company Berengaria Development, Verlo Mattress, and Hospitality Democracy, which includes the popular restaurants: Smoke Shack, Onesto, Swig, Water Buffalo, AJ Bombers, and Holey Moley.) 

How many hours of sleep do you typically get?

6 hours.

What is your normal sleeping position?

I’m a side sleeper.

What’s on your nightstand?

Lamp, adjustable base controller and my iPad.

What is the one thing you have to do or have before you feel ready to go to sleep?

Watch TV.

Do you sleep with a pet?

No.

What do you love about your bedroom?

My bed! Very cozy and comfortable.

What do you do if you can’t sleep?

Move to the couch with the dog and watch TV until I fall back asleep.

Do you read in bed? What’s the last book you read?

Yes. Steve Jobs by Walter Isaacson.

Do you remember your dreams?

Yes, vividly.