You can’t outspend McDonalds! But you can outsmart them!

I think everyone can agree that the McRib is a BAD sandwich yet the “McRib is back” marketing creates massive hype around their brand. It’s 2024, and the platforms are free. Your brand now has the same opportunity as McDonald’s to reach customers in your community! Suddenly outsmarting them just became a whole lot easier.

Check out the Restaurant Marketing Secrets podcast in my bio and unlock the secrets to outsmarting the big brands🤝

#McDonalds #independentrestaurant #shorts

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Sorry to call your baby ugly, but no one wants to see pictures of your food!

Sorry to call your baby ugly, but no one wants to see pictures of your food EVERY SINGLE DAY! The audience you’re hoping to reach will slowly stop engaging with it which will turn the algorithm against you!

Let’s put the social back in social media!

Click the link in my bio and check out all the free resources listed to help turn your restaurant’s social media around!

#RestaurantMarketing #FoodServiceMarketing #shorts

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Your restaurant’s will fail because you’re not utilizing technology!

I was recently blown away by my experience on a Delta flight. The flight attendants used software to track the status of each member on their flight and then used that information to create one-off handwritten notes for each guest, thanking them for continuing to choose Delta!

This is a sharp contrast to a restaurant owner I spoke to who doesn’t have any customer data and no system in place to connect with guests on a personal level…

It’s 2024 – With Google and YouTube at our fingertips there is no excuse for not educating yourself and growing your business with new programs and software 👊

#shorts #restaurantsuccesstips #restaurantmarketing

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The Heroes of Hospitality: Transforming the Restaurant Industry with Matt Plapp & Kamron Karington

‘THE HEROES OF HOSPITALITY’ | Join us on a journey through the innovative landscapes of restaurant marketing. Discover how Matt Plapp and Kamron Karington, through their unique visions and relentless drive, have become pivotal figures in revolutionizing the hospitality industry. Their story is more than a tale of business success; it’s a testament to the power of creativity and leadership in transforming the restaurant marketing experience nationwide.

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In ‘THE HEROES OF HOSPITALITY,’ a compelling five-part documentary series delves into the lives and innovations of Matt Plapp, CEO of America’s Best Restaurants, and Kamron Karington, the brain behind Repeat Returns. It features a range of personal stories, expert insights, and exclusive behind-the-scenes footage, highlighting the merger and impact these leaders have on the restaurant industry.

#restaurantmarketing #restaurantowner #independentrestaurant

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This restaurant needs a RECOVERY strategy🫨😬

No one ever said it would be easy! Creating daily podcasts to help you (independent restaurant owners) has its challenges but I love what I do! Check out ep. 495 to hear about a restaurant that is down 50% and how you can avoid making the same mistakes!

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=4JBY1BJiZTU

#RestaurantOwner #IndependentRestaurants #shorts

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How important is email marketing for a restaurant?

We asked Google so you dont have to! It’s your key to connecting directly with your customers. But first, you need to know who they are. Start by collecting meaningful customer data. With this in hand, you can shine a spotlight on your amazing community, and hardworking staff, and share your unique journey. Remember, your restaurant isn’t just a place to eat – it’s an integral part of a larger story… YOUR COMMUNITY!

#RestaurantOwner #RestaurantMarketing #shorts

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Your emails are not getting seen! Google changed the rules for 2024

🚨Warning!🚨 In 2024, your unbranded business emails ending in @gmail/@yahoo, etc. are destined for the spam folder! Are you ready to vanish from your customers’ inboxes?

If you’ve been banking on email marketing and collecting customer data, this shift could spell disaster. Your hard work could now amount to zero visibility!

Turn the tables NOW! Create a branded email using your website’s URL and ensure your brand remains visible and valued. Don’t let your business become a ghost in the inbox! #EmailMarketing #BrandedEmails #shorts

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