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Why Your Restaurant Should Abandon Coupons and Embrace Loyalty Programs

The Restaurant Coach University

When business is slow, many restaurants turn to discounts and coupons in order to get more people through the door. CREDIBLY: What’s the main problem with a restaurant using coupons to attract customers? DONALD BURNS: I find that people who use coupons are loyal only to the coupon. Then, you build up your status.

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MRM Research Roundup: End-of-April 2021 Edition

Modern Restaurant Management

The Appeal of Coupons and Discounts. Vericast offered for proprietary survey findings related to consumer sentiment around the use of coupons and discounts. Additionally, 9 in 10 plan to use a coupon or discount in the next six months for grocery (70 percent), restaurants/dining (64 percent) and beauty/grooming (37 percent).

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MRM Research Roundup: Mid-August 2020 Edition

Modern Restaurant Management

Other leisure-related categories affected the most included travel, cruises, lodging and airlines. Consumers prefer using coupons, discounts or perks online compared to in-store/venue – 64 percent of US respondents prefer to use coupons or discounts online. Challenges of Payment Options.

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