Indoor Media

OCTOBER 17, 2017

Groupon was a commercial darling in the early 2010s, and though its popularity has cooled over the years, it remains a consideration for restaurants and other local businesses that are looking to increase their customer base. Coupon advertising’s goal is the same: Offer value to draw customers. Sound familiar?

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Indoor Media

JULY 29, 2020

The coupon giant boasts some significant benefits — targeted, local ads — but many users have seen its pitfalls. Through our own research, we learned how to post a deal on Groupon and three things every auto repair shop should watch out for. Groupon’s coupon advertising platform is easy to set up and manage.

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Bingage

APRIL 16, 2024

Earning customer loyalty takes time and effort! In this blog, we are uncovering the top 5 most trusted Loyalty programs in India for restaurants and small businesses. Starting a Restaurant business is easy, but running a successful business is a tough task.

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Indoor Media

JUNE 10, 2019

A coupon is a coupon is a coupon. There are some coupons that offer more than others. When your coupon is a great deal, it can be the difference between a prospect eating at your restaurant versus a competitor’s. Let’s take a look at the leaders in each space to see which one is best for your restaurant.

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Buzztime Business

SEPTEMBER 26, 2023

Take a cue from the many restaurants and bars that whip up a pink-hued cocktail and donate 25-50% of the proceeds to a reputable breast cancer charity. Create a team on behalf of your business to join in a Susan G. In fact, Mintel research found that 8 in 10 millennials regularly seek out meat-free meals. Another option?

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Indoor Media

DECEMBER 11, 2020

By combining the strengths of grocery store advertising with specific print mediums, we’ve created countless platforms for small businesses to increase their profits. We primarily partner with local businesses. Moreover, advertising within a grocery store allows you to brand your business as a key part of the community.

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7 Shifts

DECEMBER 8, 2020

47% of restaurants were negatively affected by employee turnover in 2019, with less than a third of restaurateurs reporting that turnover had no impact on their business. The benefits of employee contests can impact all areas of your business and employee lifecycle—from sales to engagement to training. Then, put it to a vote!

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Modern Restaurant Management

APRIL 5, 2021

After an especially difficult year, small businesses like restaurants are scrambling to recover. With a changing landscape, it is more vital than ever to help your potential customers see great value in your business. As business owners learn to adapt, here are four of the most critical marketing mistakes to avoid.

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Indoor Media

OCTOBER 15, 2020

Some people believe it will be too expensive to advertise their business, or that their specific audience doesn’t need to be reminded they exist. Neither attitude is going to bring in any business. The initial funds you pump into advertising are your investment, and the business that comes in creates your return.

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7 Shifts

FEBRUARY 26, 2021

The easiest way to get your food out there is by partnering with a third-party delivery app. While easy, this way ends up costing more in the short term, does not contribute to long-term growth, and can end up hurting your business. Native or first-party delivery doesn't rely on a separate service to take and send out orders.

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7 Shifts

OCTOBER 9, 2020

Here are six steps to take before opening any restaurant website builders. Restaurant website design: Taking a DIY approach vs. hiring a web development team Consider whether you want to build your restaurant's website or hire someone to do it for you. Check out this example from Barcelona Wine Bar for inspiration.

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Modern Restaurant Management

AUGUST 19, 2022

Many people make the mistaken assumption that franchises are not local businesses. Fortunately, there are steps you can take to make your franchise restaurant a mainstay of your community. Small businesses are the backbone of communities across the country. Franchises make up a large portion of businesses in the U.S.

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7 Shifts

JULY 10, 2020

And now, many states and provinces have already begun rolling out their plans to reopen the economy, and many restaurateurs are now planning out their grand re-opening. Here’s how to plan your restaurant’s grand opening (or re- opening) to get back to business with a bang. 1 Set goals for the event ?? Set a budget ??

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Indoor Media

NOVEMBER 5, 2020

Mail-out coupons, billboards, or even grocery store advertising can be an easy way to guarantee the right customers see your ad —and multiple times a day at that. Catching their eye repeatedly will ensure that your product or service stays with them and begins to take shape as an option.

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Modern Restaurant Management

DECEMBER 1, 2020

It's reported that with as little as a five percent increase in customer retention, a business can improve its overall profits by up to 25 percent. Many businesses have introduced touch-free payment options and menus to improve customer experience during the pandemic. Important to note is the timely need for easy take-out options.

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Indoor Media

JULY 25, 2020

While it takes some extreme discipline and patience, your shop can be more profitable with just a few changes. Take a Disciplined Approach to Your Finances. The last 20 years have been challenging for small businesses, from the 2008 financial crisis to the Covid-19 pandemic. Need to increase your auto repair shop profits?

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Indoor Media

NOVEMBER 8, 2021

Creating the right content for each QR code takes time and effort. Businesses can learn how to create free QR codes for their QR code marketing campaigns and what they need to create them. Static QR codes: These QR codes have fixed information like your business contact details. Mailers can also feature QR codes for coupons.

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Social Hospitality

MAY 18, 2020

If you’re in the middle of a low period, you compete for the small target audience of customers with all other businesses in the region. Making special offers is one of the classic hospitality training tips that works for any type of business. Offer time-sensitive deals and coupons.

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Indoor Media

APRIL 29, 2021

However, even before the pandemic, fewer and fewer millennials were spending their money in restaurants and instead choosing take out over brick & mortar reservations. To stand out, you’ll need to employ best social media practices across all of your platforms, just as you would with anything else at your business.

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Modern Restaurant Management

OCTOBER 6, 2022

Since most happy hours take place during the week, you can use them as an opportunity to draw in people who might not normally come out to your establishment. Happy hour promotions can help build brand loyalty and create a sense of community around your business. If you really want to stand out, get creative with your cocktails.

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Buzztime Business

JUNE 2, 2023

Swap out ladylike mimosas for one of these 26 beer cocktails. Ask the business to offer Father’s Day promotions like a $5 coupon. Hello, repeat business! Include house-made bacon brittle , offers from nearby businesses, and a branded item like a pint glass or even golf tees sporting your logo. Think again.

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Indoor Media

APRIL 8, 2021

When it comes to advertising, it’s best to feel out all your options. In some cases, it can be helpful to take advantage of different mediums during different seasons. If your business chips in to buy the team uniforms, you should ask to print your logo on them. Grocery Store advertising can take different forms.

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Indoor Media

JANUARY 12, 2021

Blogs are a great way to take advantage of free real estate on your website. From your platform, you can share the story of how your restaurant came to life, what continues to inspire you every day, and how the people in your area can take advantage of your phenomenal food and atmosphere.

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7 Shifts

NOVEMBER 1, 2022

There are more options for eating out than ever before. And the big restaurant brands are only getting bigger , making it even harder to stand out. Your marketing plan is the cornerstone of your restaurant's success and business plan. Your plan should be comprehensive, well thought out, achievable, and consistent.

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Buzztime Business

NOVEMBER 21, 2023

Be proactive in your efforts to increase holiday season traffic, and contact local businesses nearby. Send a staff member or two out to local business, sporting Santa hats of course. They can drop off coupons to receptionists that include an offer – like a $50 gift card – for whomever books the holiday party.

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Restaurant Engine

OCTOBER 14, 2020

Create a Nextdoor Business Page. With your Nextdoor Business Page , you can plug in and connect with potential customers in your direct vicinity. It’s a neighborhood hub that lets residents in specific areas interact with one another and local businesses. Another strategy involves getting out in your community.

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Embrace the Suck

DECEMBER 25, 2019

Having worked as a consultant for a large foodservice distributor for 4 years, I learned a lot about their business. It’s my duty to give you an edge that can help you run a more profitable business. One thing you have to know up front is that their business is a lot like yours: uber-competitive!

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Modern Restaurant Management

FEBRUARY 5, 2024

Highlights of The Big Game and National Pizza Day Ordering Predictions: 32 percent of diners say they plan to order from a local chain or independent pizzeria instead of a big chain—revealing the opportunity for small and mid-sized pizza restaurants to double down on marketing efforts for The Big Game and National Pizza Day.

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Buzztime Business

MAY 3, 2023

To celebrate her special day, the average person will shell out a record $270 this year according to the National Retail Federation. Treat her to a night out, sans kids. Another option: take a more mellow approach. Serve mimosas in a mason jar or other special glass she can take home. Or, hire a hilarious female comedian.

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Open for Business

JUNE 27, 2023

Loyalty programs gain popularity every year, but there’s nothing new about the practice of rewarding customers for their business. They continue to be prized by restaurants and other businesses because the best loyalty programs cause people to make extra purchases and spend more than they otherwise would.

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Modern Restaurant Management

AUGUST 17, 2020

The survey found that 59 percent of US and 47 percent of UK consumers plan to dine-out as soon as they are able. But while limited dining options are available, people have shown an increased desire to help out independent restaurants. Mixed take-out bag. Can't touch this.

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Restaurant365

APRIL 20, 2022

Customer retention statistics show that 65% of a company’s business comes from existing customers. STAT: 89% of businesses claiming that customer service is a leading factor in their company’s retention rates. Or the food took unusually long to come out. Customers remember these small gestures.

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Indoor Media

NOVEMBER 15, 2017

Without marketing and advertising, it’s tough to spread the word about your great business and bring in new customers. According to owner Jeff Matt, social media is a business expense that pays off in the long term. Those details can make your business look unprofessional and turn people away. and I get it, it’s weird.

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Sling

JULY 1, 2023

We’ll discuss how to navigate the early planning stages, review some essentials to take care of before launch day arrives, and leave you with some tips to keep your restaurant running smoothly once it opens. To best set yourself up for success, start by taking time to complete the following steps.

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Indoor Media

MARCH 22, 2021

Today, more and more small businesses use social media to get their name out there. Filling out your profile may seem easy — you probably have many photos from over the years to show what your brand is all about. For a salon owner, you may want to take a client’s photo after giving them an unbelievable blowout.

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Open for Business

NOVEMBER 21, 2022

Unfortunately, traditional credit card processing demands the attention of a waiter or bartender who has to take the card away to be processed by the POS system. A mobile wallet is an app that allows people to store credit or debit card details as well as store coupons, loyalty points, and other rewards. What are mobile wallets?

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Modern Restaurant Management

APRIL 13, 2021

Luckily that’s easier today with mobile advertising and restaurant owners should consider embracing this modern technology to market their business effectively. Once you understand your customers needs it will involve creating an offering that can be compelling for them to take action.

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