The Rail

MARCH 7, 2023

By Sarah Jarosz, Contributor Social media has revolutionized how businesses market their products and services, and restaurants are no exception. Whether you're a small, local restaurant or a large, chain restaurant, social media can be a powerful tool to help you attract new customers and build brand awareness.

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Lady Boss Blogger

APRIL 7, 2022

Are you an influencer or an entrepreneur with a social media presence? Then you probably know how important it is to market yourself on social media. Setting smart and achievable goals for your social media accounts is critical for success. 1. […].

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JUNE 7, 2021

This is how competent chefs are made. [] NOT SO SOCIAL MEDIA: Your brand can be easily destroyed through social media. www.harvestamericacues.com BLOG. PLAN BETTER – TRAIN HARDER. Your success is within your grasp. Harvest America Ventures, LLC. Café Talks PODCAST.

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JULY 30, 2021

From stand-out social media accounts, to good old-fashioned mail marketing, we'll walk you through 12 unique customer-driving ideas! Social Media. actively follow their favorite restaurants on social media? Many of these diners even use these social platforms to pick and choose their next dining experience.

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Social Hospitality

MAY 6, 2020

Social Kitchen & Craft Bar: Giving Back to the Community. Social Kitchen & Craft Bar in Costa Mesa, CA is providing free meals to feed all laid-off and furloughed hospitality workers. Social also donated and delivered 200 meals to Costa Mesa first responders. LGO Hospitality: Raising Money for the Team.

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Culinary Cues

MAY 21, 2023

We are social animals who, for the most part, thrive on physical interaction. Being social and relying on social media are two entirely different things. In fact, the term “social media” is a misuse of the intended definition. Technology, in this case, is socially isolating.

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Bingage

APRIL 26, 2023

Undoubtedly, social media is a powerful yet effective tool for e-commerce. Social media for e-commerce has become a powerful element to prove identity in the market and gain exclusive revenue in your business. Using social media platforms to boost your sales revenue offers many benefits to building a strong business.

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Lady Boss Blogger

JULY 23, 2020

Social media is an incredible marketing tool to get your brand’s name out especially when you get your followers to go to your website. Gaining followers on social media is easy, but turning followers into loyal customers or readers of your blog requires you to ask more from your followers.

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Social Hospitality

AUGUST 8, 2021

Social proof is the idea human beings are conditioned to copy the actions of other people with whom they relate. Adult’s choices are influenced by the people in their social circles. Adult’s choices are influenced by the people in their social circles. Social media contests are an excellent example.

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Culinary Cues

APRIL 15, 2023

This misconception about restaurants and profit reaches beyond the guest, the media, and town or city leadership. Visit your neighborhood restaurants often, pay full price, bring a friend or two, and when we do things right – say thanks, tip well, and please post a nice comment on social media. We would love that.

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SEPTEMBER 4, 2023

This may seem like a strange topic for a blog focused on the restaurant industry and the world of food but hear me out. People are social, by nature. Suddenly, much of that is lost as the environment of socialization crumbles. We must protect the sacredness of restaurants and those sanctuaries for social networking.

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Culinary Cues

AUGUST 28, 2020

Engage in social media even more than before – post positive info daily. Social distancing is un-nerving in restaurant settings – how can you make it fun? Whether it’s menu, special events, feature nights, or catchy pricing packages – do something that keeps people guessing and returning to your social media posts for more news.

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Culinary Cues

MARCH 3, 2024

Unfortunately, the exception is what permeates our culture of sensationalism and bad behavior highlighted in social media groupism. The restaurant industry has plenty of scars and too many examples of groupism behavior, but my sense is that this is still the exception and not the rule.

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OCTOBER 22, 2024

To do so, you must have an optimized website and engaging social media profiles. Make sure to add a clear sign-up form to your website and promote it on your social media channels. These social media personalities have loyal followers who trust the restaurants they suggest.

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Restaurant Engine

NOVEMBER 27, 2024

According to one survey , 62% of respondents check a restaurant’s social media before deciding to dine there. In addition, 42% of respondents prefer social media to search engines when they are looking for new restaurants. They plainly show the importance of social media for your restaurant.

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OCTOBER 9, 2020

Follow these SEO best practices to ensure your restaurant’s website ranks high on SERPs: Add a blog to your website and update it regularly. Organic social media Include links to your restaurant's website on its social media profiles, like in the Instagram bio, Twitter bio, and “About Me” section on Facebook.

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Culinary Cues

MARCH 26, 2022

[] FAILING TO UNDERSTAND SOCIAL MEDIA. Plain and simple – social media IS YOUR MOST IMPORTANT PLATFORM FOR COMMUNICATION. Social media is very inexpensive, but someone needs to effectively manage it every day and every way. www.harvestamericacues.com BLOG. PLAN BETTER – TRAIN HARDER.

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NOVEMBER 10, 2023

Why not highlight them on your social media pages or in your restaurant blog. Maybe, just maybe, that name on their uniform is the same as signing their work – something that the individual wants to respect with a “best foot forward”. Why not list your employees on the menu or on your website and their role in the organization.

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OCTOBER 9, 2019

Awareness Campaigns Awareness campaigns include social media ads such as Facebook and/or Instagram ads that reach out to a specific audience in a specific location (for example, people between 20 to 55 years old living within a 5km radius of your restaurant). The graph trend speaks for itself.

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Culinary Cues

MAY 27, 2023

This is not easy since the access to and use of technology and its influential sidekicks: social media and 24/7 news is so universal that nearly everyone sees them as essential to our way of life, but we need to try. TECHNOLOGY AND RESTAURANT CULTURE Learning to live with technology and stay in control is essential.

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Culinary Cues

SEPTEMBER 30, 2021

The pay was not the best, the benefits not so great, the hours and uncertainty of schedules frustrating, the physical work demanding, the environment stressful, and working evenings and holidays quite anti-social. www.harvestamericacues.com BLOG. So, they decided to look for a change of career. PLAN BETTER – TRAIN HARDER.

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Modern Restaurant Management

MAY 21, 2021

Major social media networks like Google+ Communities, Facebook, and LinkedIn all give you the ability to create communities for your business. You can make your customers part of the team by introducing yourself and your own team in person, on social media , or even via email. Host Competitions and Contests.

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Culinary Cues

FEBRUARY 2, 2024

We see and feel the results in restaurant closures, limited hours due to a lack of staff, streamlined menus and an increase in the amount of convenience items used, customer complaints on social media, and depressing retention rates of both employees and guests. A lack of respect is a problem.

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FEBRUARY 15, 2022

Your smartphone is your restaurant's media center. It's a full-on media company. Shawn is the host of not one but two podcasts— Digital Hospitality and Restaurant Influencers —and he stopped by ours to talk about creating a media brand out of your restaurant. That smartphone is your media center. Another way to do it?

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Bingage

JULY 22, 2022

Looking for ideas to create posts for social media on the occasion of Raksha Bandhan? So, here we are sharing the 10 most-engaging social media Ideas for Raksha Bandhan Many brands used in the past – 1. The post 10 Impressive Raksha Bandhan Social Media Post Ideas For Restaurants appeared first on Bingage Blog.

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Social Hospitality

JULY 5, 2019

Leverage Social Media Marketing. Social media is your restaurant’s ultimate weapon. People spend a substantial amount of time on social media platforms every day. These are the most widely used social media platforms globally. Run digital ads on social media and search platforms.

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Modern Restaurant Management

FEBRUARY 14, 2020

Restaurant websites and blogs are great platforms for talking about sustainability initiatives like the use of sustainable ingredients, recycling programs, energy saving programs and/or participation in food donation programs. Consumers want restaurants to embrace sustainability and are making their dining choices accordingly.

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Culinary Cues

SEPTEMBER 26, 2020

Behind the mask and the social distancing each one of those employees is home to that next great idea – sometimes obvious, and sometimes hidden beneath the surface. Ask them about creating word-of-mouth, and a social media buzz that quells fear and builds anticipation for that experience once again. PLAN BETTER – TRAIN HARDER.

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Social Hospitality

AUGUST 8, 2021

Social proof is the idea human beings are conditioned to copy the actions of other people with whom they relate. Adult’s choices are influenced by the people in their social circles. Adult’s choices are influenced by the people in their social circles. Social media contests are an excellent example.

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Culinary Cues

DECEMBER 12, 2021

The chef must also appreciate marketing, the importance of social media, human resource management, business law, and how to be an effective communicator. www.harvestamericacues.com BLOG. He or she must relish viable analytics, well designed budgets, and profit/loss statements. PLAN BETTER – TRAIN HARDER. CAFÉ Talks Podcast.

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Culinary Cues

AUGUST 31, 2024

These are the restaurants we hear about, the ones that the media writes about, the ones that develop the next generation of focused entrepreneurs, and the operations that others hope to emulate. The mission statement is THAT IMPORTANT! WHAT ARE THE KEY ELEMENTS TO A MISSION STATEMENT: [] What do you believe in? Choose wisely.

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7 Shifts

MARCH 10, 2021

There are email marketing campaigns, SMS or text messaging, social media, and blog posts. It's no secret that social media has changed how you communicate with potential and existing customers and is one of the most effective ways of promoting your restaurant.

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Modern Restaurant Management

DECEMBER 11, 2020

This is a great time to up your game in social media, blogs, and media placements on trending news topics. Media Is Looking for Content. No doubt that 2020 has been a busy year for the media with much to report. As we wind down the year, the media is still operating at the same fast speed.

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Social Hospitality

MAY 18, 2020

In a world driven by social media and online search, sales tactics are essential to generate revenue. They have beautiful websites , blogs , and a well-planned social media presence. Follow Social Media Trends Many businesses use LinkedIn, Twitter, Instagram, Facebook, and other social media platforms.

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7 Shifts

MARCH 27, 2020

Due to the volatile situation caused by COVID-19, restaurateurs across the globe are having to temporarily close their businesses to support social distancing. Social Distancing” and “Flatten the Curve” are more than buzz words of 2020. Practice physical distancing while still remaining social.

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Culinary Cues

APRIL 3, 2020

There has never been a more important time to MASTER SOCIAL MEDIA. You must leverage all of the avenues for bringing information to the public and will likely find a need to bring a new position to your payroll: Social Media Manager. www.harvestamericacues.com BLOG. PLAN BETTER – TRAIN HARDER. www.rerf.us.

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Culinary Cues

DECEMBER 17, 2020

The pandemic is an “all hands on deck” problem that can be somewhat contained through simple precautions, but until there is mass vaccination of a population – these precautions dig at the heart and soul of a business that is essential to our way of life, our psyche, and our social health and wellbeing. www.harvestamericacues.com BLOG.

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