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How to Plan Your Restaurant's Grand Re-Opening Event

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1 Set goals for the event ?? Having a specific goal will help you plan out your budget, labor needs, marketing strategy, messaging, and organization before the event. Plan your menu To maximize the exclusivity of the event, plan a limited-time, reduced menu to showcase new dishes in your restaurant. Mel Bensky, @tastethesix.

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Top Tips to Show Appreciation for Your Employees This Year

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Not every employee wants a bottle of wine or a coupon but rather some time off or even just shout outs for accomplishments. Some examples include the boss’ parking spot, coupons, wine or company merchandise. Some moments of recognition call for a party or special event. The Takeaway.

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Maximize Takeout Profitability With These Six Steps

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With takeout, that might mean including the unexpected in their bags: a free appetizer, a sample of a new dessert, a coupon for their next meal, or a fun kid’s activity. Make Takeout a Social Event. You can even engage customers by incentivizing them with coupons and other deals if they post about their takeout.

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Why Restaurants Need an ‘Always On’ Approach to Marketing

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Collaborate with local businesses or events to cross-promote and reach new audiences." Participating in local events and partnerships can enhance visibility. You can track metrics like average ticket value and how many new customers you gained from a new coupon campaign, etc. "Consistency is key.

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Best Practices for Launching Online Ordering

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Even before current events arose, online ordering capabilities and digital touchpoints were becoming nearly ubiquitous. With the right tech, it’s easy to promote loyalty programs, customized offers, and coupons through social media, email, and other marketing channels, such as text messaging.

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MRM Research Roundup: End-of-April 2021 Edition

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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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Beyond Menus: Creative QR Code Uses for Restaurants

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From there, customers can learn more about your business’s history, download recipes or read about upcoming events or menu changes. Almost 60 percent of adults expect to use their phones to access key restaurant features, including ordering food — especially if they can access discount coupons.