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Episode #159 - Join Us! GRITT Summit 2022 from 2022-02-17T19:11:31
Are you ready to level up in 2022?
We would like to personally invite you to attend GRITT Summit 2022 this July. You won’t want to miss the NEXT LEVEL Leadership & Business conference to T...
#158 Win the War of Communication from 2021-08-13T13:25:04
Join us for another episode from the 2021 GRITT Summit with special guest, CEO and Founder of See Deep Consulting, Jack Roldan. Listen in while we talk about the importance of online reputation man...
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#157 2020 was a Dress Rehearsal for the Future from 2021-07-30T16:48:56
Frank Beard joins the QSR Nation crew to discuss why 2020 was a dress rehearsal for the future of c-stores and the impact foodservice will have on this industry moving forward.
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#156 Band Is Breaking Up (19:31) from 2020-12-18T16:13:05
Join us today as we have a HUGE announcement that will greatly affect QSR Nation going forward. Plus, find out what we think of trends going into 2021.
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#155 Confidence in the Workplace with Fran Hauser (41:31) from 2020-11-30T19:41:28
Join the QSR Nation crew as they talk with keynote speaker, startup investor and best-selling author Fran Hauser on workplace culture and confidence. For more, visit: http://www.franhauser.com/
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#154 Franchising with Lance Graulich (35:25) from 2020-10-19T12:33:18
Join the Crew as they welcome Ion Franchising CEO, Lance Graulich, to the show to discuss franchising today and into the future!
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#153 Storytelling Marketing with Erik Qualman (32:57) from 2020-08-20T13:14:02
Listen in as the team speaks with best selling author, Erik Qualman, on how great marketing really is nothing but good storytelling!
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#152 Virtual Conferences - Why You Should Take Advantage Of Them (8:58) from 2020-07-16T18:08:54
Listen in as the QSR Nation team discusses why attending virtual conferences during the COVID-19 pandemic can be so beneficial and some solid ideas on finding ones that could help you!
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#151 Marketing after COVID-19 with Joe Chatman (37:02) from 2020-06-11T15:23:34
This week Joe Chatman, VP of Customer Success at PFSbrands, drops by to discuss what marketing will look like coming out of the COVID-19 pandemic. This is a must listen!
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#150 Staying Productive (19:01) from 2020-04-17T15:17:38
Join the QSR Nation team as they discuss how they are staying productive while working from home during the COVID-19 outbreak and some great tips for businesses during these trying times.
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#149 Carrie Luxem COVID 19 (45:24) from 2020-04-02T13:25:22
QSR Nation invited Carrie Luxem back to the show to discuss the new plans and actions taken for Small Businesses during the Covid-19 pandemic. Give it a listen, we promise you will have some awesom...
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#148 QSR Nation Alex Merturi (34:16) from 2020-03-30T14:40:38
Join the QSR Nation team as they discuss training and engaging with your employees. We dig deep into the best tips for communicating with your employees during the covid-19 pandemic.
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#147 COVID 19 (14:29) from 2020-03-18T17:08:12
Listen in as the QSR Nation team addresses the #covid19 #coronavirus and tips to help your manage your business during these trying times.
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#146 Chris Ronzio with Trainual (26:52) from 2020-03-02T14:47:38
The QSR Nation team talks training and scaling up with Chris Ronzio, the Founder of Trainual. Learn about the program and how your business' ability to streamline training across the board can not ...
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#145 Leading With Gratitude With Adrian Gostick (41:51) from 2020-02-19T15:49:40
The QSR Nation was ecstatic to welcome back entrepreneur and author Adrian Gostick to talk about his latest book co-authored with Chester Elton titled "Leading with Gratitude". Listen in and find o...
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#144 Super Bowl Ads (12:35) from 2020-02-05T14:37:13
Join the QSR Nation crew as they discuss their favorite commercials from Super Bowl 2020. Go Chiefs!
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#143 Grab N Go (14:07) from 2020-01-22T19:17:58
Join the QSR Nation team as they discuss how Grab N Go food options at your location can help you grow your revenue in 2020! Check out the PFSbrands option here: https://pfsbrands.com/grab-go-program/
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#142 2020 Foodservice Trends (16:11) from 2020-01-09T13:49:53
Join the QSR Nation team as they discuss the top 5 trends that we might see in 2020. From Gen Z to smaller menus, you won't want to miss this podcast!
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#141 Carrie Luxem (43:58) from 2019-12-19T14:50:15
As 2019 wraps up, the QSR Nation team welcomes back CEO of the Restuarant HR Group, Carrie Luxem, to discuss the hiring trends going into 2020 and how you can create a great staff to take your busi...
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#140 Mobile App Ordering (20:44) from 2019-12-11T15:01:57
Join the QSR Nation crew as they discuss mobile ordering apps, what they must have, and how you can improve your revenue with the right app!
Correction: Q3 2018 revenue was $6 billion. The...
#139 7 Great Employee Traits (22:32) from 2019-12-06T16:07:26
What are some traits to look for in a potential employee? Check out the seven traits the QSR Nation crew discusses and why they are important! It's beginning to look a lot like holiday treat season!
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#138 Staying Competitive (14:26) from 2019-11-21T15:40:33
How do you stay competitive in an ever-changing business and foodservice landscape? Listen in as the QSR Nation team discusses three ways to stay ahead of the competition!
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#137 6 Good Restaurant Traits (14:15) from 2019-11-13T22:27:42
Join the team as they weigh in on the top 6 best traits for a restaurant to have and how they can help your location rise above the rest!
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#136 Consistency - Mike Gambill (10:07) from 2019-11-08T15:03:52
Join Grant and Anthony as they welcome Mike Gambill or Weil-McLain to the podcast to discuss why food and drink consistency is so important and how they can make it an easier process. http://weil-m...
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#135 Five Characteristics of a Successful Restaurant Owner (20:34) from 2019-10-31T12:42:07
Want to know the 5 characteristics of a successful restaurant owner? Listen in as the QSR Nation team discusses what they think makes an owner successful. Have any of these traits? Probably more th...
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#134 Jon Bailey (24:56) from 2019-10-24T14:45:44
Voice over expert Jon Baily joins the QSR Nation team to discuss some of the epic things he gets to do, how foodservice helped him reach his goals and where marketing is going! You can learn more a...
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#133 End Of 2019 (10:36) from 2019-10-18T15:00:37
It's that time again... Time to get ready for the end of the year rush. Time to get your promotions and staff ready to go! Listen in as the QSR Nation crew gets you ready for 2020.
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#132 Shawn Burcham At GRITT Summit (7:41) from 2019-10-03T15:55:43
In a throwback podcast from a few weeks ago, the QSR Nation team talks to PFSbrands CEO and author, Shawn Burcham, about GRITT Summit and some keys he has that will help you achieve your goals.
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#131 GRITT Summit Roundup (5:35) from 2019-09-27T15:42:45
Join the QSR Nation team for their GRITT Summit 2019 Roundup. Check out some of the main takeaways the team had and how they are looking forward to next year!
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#130 GRITT Summit (8:23) from 2019-09-19T13:08:07
Join the QSR Nation team as they discuss the upcoming 2019 GRITT Summit and what they are looking forward to at this jammed-packed event! You can find out more at https://www.grittsummit.com/
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#129 INBOUND 2019 (14:37) from 2019-09-11T18:38:25
Join the QSR Nation crew as Josh and Beth discuss some key takeaways they learned at INBOUND 2019. Find out the trends that marketers across the nation and around the world are discussing!
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#128 Crisis Management With Jeff Hahn (41:13) from 2019-08-29T15:50:18
Join the QSR Nation crew as they interview founder, author, and crisis management expert, Jeff Hahn, on how to mitigate a crisis nightmare that could sink your business. Find out more about Jeff at...
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#127 Trending Questions (17:48) from 2019-08-22T15:18:41
This week on QSR Nation the team discusses four trendy marketing questions that can help you get started with digital marketing and help grow your business!
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#126 Daily Specials (9:27) from 2019-08-15T14:11:04
Join the QSR Nation team as they discuss how daily specials can drive revenue and help you reduce inventory. Plus, they discuss some current happenings in foodservice.
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#125 Fantasy Sports (11:48) from 2019-08-08T13:07:32
Join the QSR Nation crew as they discuss how your foodservice location can take advantage of fantasy football and all of the fantasy football draft parties going on right now by offering some amazi...
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#124 Foodservice Questions (16:54) from 2019-08-01T13:54:31
The QSR Nation crew goes to the mailbag - well, Quora - to discuss some common marketing and foodservice questions! Here's the article mentioned in the podcast: https://kenthendricks.com/starbucks-...
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#123 Tim Shasserre Cooling Concepts (14:36) from 2019-07-24T19:28:56
Join the QSR Nation team as they welcome Tim Shasserre the President and CEO of Cooling Concepts to the studio to discuss the importance of taking care of the customer and how technology can help y...
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#122 Conferences (9:51) from 2019-07-17T13:04:40
How can conferences, webinars, and educational events benefit your team? Listen in as the QSR Nation crew discusses. Also, be sure to listen for your exclusive discount code for the highly anticipa...
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#121 Reviews (6:20) from 2019-07-10T16:02:38
Listen in as the QSR Nation crew discusses why you should respond to every customer review, comment or message and how to garner more of these powerful web-based reviews!
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#120 Patience Vs Impatience (12:25) from 2019-06-28T12:51:26
Listen in this week as the QSR Nation crew discusses the perils of having too much patience or impatience when it comes to marketing and business decisions in general!
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#119 Shawn Burcham GRITT (30:50) from 2019-06-21T13:31:16
Join the QSR Nation crew as they welcome PFSbrands founder and CEO, Shawn Burcham, to the podcast to discuss his upcoming book release. This is a can't miss episode full of practical advice for any...
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#118 Community Support (10:40) from 2019-06-11T17:29:24
Listen in as the team discusses ways to be prepared to give back to the community in times of need. It's not about making a buck, it's about helping the community. Also, be sure to check out QSR Na...
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#117 Frank Beard - Gas Buddy P2 (29:43) from 2019-05-30T13:43:40
Join the QSR Nation crew as they welcome back Frank Beard of Gas Buddy to continue their discussion on the latest trends and growth of foodservice in cstores! You can find him on Twitter @FrankBear...
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#116 Frank Beard - Gas Buddy P1 (22:50) from 2019-05-23T13:28:03
Join the QSR Nation crew as they welcome the amazing speaker, Frank Beard of Gas Buddy to the show to discuss the latest trends and growth of foodservice in cstores! You can find him on Twitter @Fr...
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#115 Summer (7:08) from 2019-05-16T13:04:07
With summer here, the QSR Nation team discusses some ways to stay ahead of the competition with great summer trends and tips you can implement today!
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#114 Sweepstakes (9:37) from 2019-05-09T15:38:57
Join the QSR Nation crew as they discuss a great way to increase customer engagement with sweepstakes. Have you entered yet?
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#113 Podcasts (9:38) from 2019-04-25T13:42:03
On this QSR Nation episode, the team discusses podcasts! Ironic, right? Join in as they discuss some great ones to tune into and how easy it is to get started!
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#112 David Lemley - Retail Voodoo (21:30) from 2019-04-18T14:48:04
Join the QSR Nation crew as David Lemley, Founder & Chief Strategist of Retail Voodoo, stops by to discuss some great ways to personalize and take your franchise to the next level! You can find him...
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#111 Business Basics - Mark Gandy (47:21) from 2019-04-04T16:00:58
Listen in as the QSR Nation crew welcomes to the studio Mark Gandy of G3CFO.com to discuss a wide array of business basics topics. You wont want to miss this one!
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#110 Wild North (23:28) from 2019-03-28T14:49:32
Join the QSR Nation crew as they welcome Brandon and Amelia Hughes of Wild North to the studio as they discuss some real world ways in which you can make your location a success with innovation and...
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#109 Price Integrity (8:21) from 2019-03-14T16:07:26
Whether you are running a promotion or have sent out coupons, how does price integrity come into play? Do you honor those expired coupons? Listen to what the QSR Nation crew has to say!
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#108 Off Season Marketing (5:29) from 2019-03-07T19:16:37
With a lull in the seasons and Lent here, listen in to the QSR Nation team as they discuss some good marketing campaigns you can implement quickly to drive sales.
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#107 Email Marketing 2.0 (9:23) from 2019-02-28T17:22:36
When it comes to marketing, things can change so rapidly that what was hot one year isn't all that great 5 years later. Join the team as they discuss their thoughts on email marketing in 2019.
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#106 Store Openings (9:03) from 2019-02-14T14:43:18
Join the QSR Nation on this Valentine's Day as they discuss a very successful BluTaco stand alone opening and how you can see the same results for your new location or an anniversary celebration! h...
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#105 Business Coaching With Kimber Russell (21:42) from 2019-02-07T16:09:34
This week Kimber Russell of GRITT Business Coaching joins the QSR Nation team to discuss some great ways to improve your business! You can find out more at GRITTbusinesscoaching.com
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#104 The Big Game (7:12) from 2019-01-31T16:04:51
The Big Game is here! Listen in as the short-handed crew discusses how you can capitalize on upcoming sporting events this spring and into summer. It's not just professional sports but local as well!
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#103 Teamwork With Adrian Gostick (32:25) from 2019-01-24T14:27:42
This week author Adrian Gostick joins the QSR Nation crew to discuss how the modern workforce is evolving and what that can mean for any business including foodservice. This is a fascinating discus...
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#102 Franchise Vs Private Label (13:05) from 2019-01-17T20:05:55
Join the QSR Nation crew as they discuss the pros and cons of either starting a franchise or going with a private label/your own brand. Which one would you go with?
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#101 Looking Back (6:39) from 2019-01-10T14:11:19
It's time to look back on the previous year and analyze what worked and what didn't. Join the QSR Nation crew as they discuss some great tips for taking what you learned last year into the new year!
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#100 Digital Marketing - Jack Roldan (21:35) from 2018-12-20T15:06:05
Join the QSR Nation crew as they welcome CEO and founder of See Deep Consulting LLC, Jack Roldan, to the podcast. Listen to their discussion about local marketing, putting the digital customer expe...
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#099 Managing People - Alex Merturi P2 (22:45) from 2018-12-13T14:12
In part 2 of our conversation with Alex Merturi, we dive into simple leadership skills, 2019 marketing and some great resources to become a better leader. Learn more about Alex at AlexMerturi.com/
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#098 Managing People - Alex Merturi P1 (20:39) from 2018-12-06T15:23:19
Subway franchisee and keynote speaker, Alex Merturi, joins the QSR Nation crew to discuss some great tips for hiring and retaining great employees. These are some can't miss, actionable tips. Learn...
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#097 Cross Promoting (6:11) from 2018-11-29T13:46:01
Need to improve your sales this holiday season? Want to start selling your slow moving items? Listen in as the QSR Nation crew discusses how cross merchandising and promoting can help you do just t...
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#096 Ask For The Business (5:28) from 2018-11-15T13:49:42
Want one simple way to improve the customer experience, increase employee engagement and potentially improve your sales? It can be as simple as asking for the business. Listen in as the QSR Nation ...
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#095 Value Proposition (12:07) from 2018-11-08T14:11:20
The QSR Nation crew is back with one of Tony's favorite topics - value proposition! Find out why value proposition matters to not only your customers but also for potential franchisees.
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#094 Ad Content (7:33) from 2018-11-01T13:41:42
In this episode of QSR Nation, the crew discusses the ins and outs of your ad content. From spacing to CTA to flow, get some great tips on how you can instantly improve your ad content!
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#093 Signage 2.0 (7:51) from 2018-10-25T15:03:23
This week the crew revisits one of the topics they covered in the earlier days of QSR Nation - signage. Check out some crucial tips to make sure your signage looks great and is effective!
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#092 Finish Strong (5:36) from 2018-10-18T13:14:56
On this week's QSR Nation, the team discusses how you can still finish strong this year if you currently don't have a marketing strategy in place! Is it time for a Q4 Hail Mary?
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#091 Jim Creel - Taco John's (16:22) from 2018-10-11T13:34:05
In this episode of QSR Nation the team is stoked to welcome the CEO of Taco John's, Jim Creel, to the podcast. Join in as they discuss franchise tips, marketing and tips for entrepreneurs out there...
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#090 Branding - Jay Wilkinson P2 (20:57) from 2018-10-04T13:18:58
In the second part of their conversation with Firespring CEO, Jay Wilkinson (www.Firespring.com), the QSR Nation crew discusses the finer points of marketing and then some great tips for the beginn...
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#089 Branding - Jay Wilkinson P1 (19:16) from 2018-09-27T16:27:50
Join the QSR Nation crew (minus Grant) as they talk to founder and CEO of Firespring (www.Firespring.com), Jay Wilkinson about branding and building a brand storyline. Books referenced: Traction by...
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#088 Ownership Thinking (5:57) from 2018-09-20T13:51:45
With another year right around the corner (how is that possible already?), listen in as the QSR Nation crew discusses getting your team on board with goal setting and ownership thinking. Visit GRIT...
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#087 Social Topics (7:57) from 2018-09-13T19:48:28
Listen in as the QSR Nation team discusses the pros and cons of weighing in on relevant social topics. It's an interesting subject with varying opinions!
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#086 New Menu Items (6:30) from 2018-09-06T15:57:19
The QSR Nation crew discusses one question we get a lot, "Should we add new menu items to generate excitement?" Well, should you? Listen in as they discuss!
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#085 Franchising - Karen Carson P2 (9:42) from 2018-08-30T13:59
Karen Carson joins the QSR Nation crew to finish up their in depth discussion on how to build a brand. You're going to want to listen to her can't miss tips! Visit her website at: http://QSRexperts...
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#084 Franchising - Karen Carson P1 (13:35) from 2018-08-23T13:37:58
Karen Carson joins the QSR Nation crew to discuss franchising and branding. With her years of franchising experience, she gives us some can't miss tips and efficient ways to improve your business. ...
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#083 Back To School (6:23) from 2018-08-16T13:05:11
With school back in session, or close to it, the QSR Nation crew discusses some simple ways to use that to your advantage to drive more traffic and sales to your location. Plus, we welcome a new ho...
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#082 Getting Your Employees To Care - Carrie Luxem P4 (8:07) from 2018-08-09T13:32
In the final installment of this 4 part series, Carrie Luxem and the QSR Nation crew discuss back to school and end of summer staffing.
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#081 Getting Your Employees To Care - Carrie Luxem P3 (14:29) from 2018-08-02T14:20:28
In part 3 of our 4 part series, the QSR Nation and Carrie Luxem discuss how under performers and a negative work environment could be why your employees don't care! Find out how to reverse this tre...
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#080 Getting Your Employees to Care - Carrie Luxem P2 (11:39) from 2018-07-26T14:44:11
In Part 2 of this 4 part series, Carrie Luxem and the QSR Nation crew continue their discussion on how to get your employees to care. From culture to infrastructure to mindset, these are can't miss...
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#079 Getting Your Employees to Care - Carrie Luxem P1 (11:42) from 2018-07-19T15:00:58
Listen in as HR guru Carrie Luxem (https://CarrieLuxem.com) joins the QSR Nation crew to discuss ways to get your employees to care. This first of our four part series with Carrie is a great introd...
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#078 2019 Trends (6:36) from 2018-07-12T14:09:47
This week on QSR Nation, as we are half way through 2018 the team casts an eye towards 2019 with some predictions on what the future will hold. One word: authenticity!
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#077 Store Planning (5:16) from 2018-06-28T15:53:12
Looking to build a new location or remodel your existing one? As you may know, planning your store can make or break your success. Listen in to this QSR Nation podcast!
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#076 Marketing Ploys (5:53) from 2018-06-21T13:38:06
Listen in as the QSR Nation crew discusses a few interesting marketing ploys that you probably have heard about in recent headlines and how such tactics can garner your location a ton of attention!
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#075 Employee Engagement - Andy Griffith (12:05) from 2018-06-14T13:17:52
PFSbrands Business Adviser, Andy Griffith, stops by QSR Nation to discuss employee engagement and how it can help your location. Then he lets us know how everyone can get his book, Shift Secrets, F...
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#074 Custom Promos (5:32) from 2018-06-07T13:06:19
You know your store. You know your customers. It's time implement some custom promotions! Check out how custom promos can help increase your revenue. Check out this QSR Nation episode.
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#073 Third Party Delivery (5:42) from 2018-05-31T13:55:46
Have you thought about getting your location listed with a third party food delivery service? As more people turn to ride sharing, there will potentiality be fewer drivers in the future. This makes...
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#072 Your Radio Marketing Strategy - Christine Lepp (15:12) from 2018-05-24T12:43:17
Join the QSR Nation crew (minus Tony this week) as they welcome to the podcast radio marketing expert Christine Lepp to discuss the ins and outs of radio marketing. You don't want to miss this one!
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#071 Be Relatable (4:55) from 2018-05-17T15:58:59
One of the best ways to get more buy-in and engagement from your employees is to make sales goals more relatable. What does that mean? Find out from the QSR Nation crew!
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#070 Try New Things (8:17) from 2018-05-10T18:04:02
Need to shake up your marketing? Join in as the QSR Nation explains why it's a good thing to try new things and how to effectively and efficiently get it done without too much risk.
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#069 How to Improve Your Revenue - Bryan Davis (13:50) from 2018-05-03T13:15:42
Join the QSR Nation and PFSbrands Central Regional Manager - Bryan Davis - as he discusses some ways to improve your margins and revenue with technology. It's the tech tips you can't miss if you wa...
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#068 Spring Marketing (4:37) from 2018-04-26T13:44:49
Spring is finally here and it's a perfect time to ramp up some spring marketing tactics to get new customers. With so many people out enjoying the weather, try some of these very simple, yet effect...
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#067 Bad Social Media Tactics (8:04) from 2018-04-19T15:02:24
Think you know about all of the best social media practices? What about the bad social media tactics you might be doing that you don't even know about? Listen in as the QSR nation crew explains!
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#066 Uniforms (4:22) from 2018-04-12T15:19:53
Let's talk about uniforms... While they are commonly overlooked, find out why uniforms can make a big difference in your location according to the QSR Nation crew!
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#065 Marketing Agency (7:39) from 2018-04-05T16:37:30
Don't have any "shame in your game" when it comes to looking for outside help marketing your location. Join the QSR Nation crew as they explain why!
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#064 Business Development - Jamie Long (10:09) from 2018-03-29T15:33:22
Join QSR Nation as the PFSbrands VP of Business Development, Jamie Long, stops by to talk about how a foodservice program can be a differentiator for your location and what sets them apart!
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#063 POS Analytics (5:13) from 2018-03-22T18:41:13
One of the best ways to know how effective your marketing campaigns or sales strategies are is via data. Find out how your POS analytics can drive your business decisions and help improve your loca...
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#062 Restaurant HR P2 - Carrie Luxem (21:17) from 2018-03-15T18:04:21
Carrie Luxem is back with the QSR Nation crew to discuss how soft skills and leadership skills can greatly affect the culture of your store. Listen in to this insightful, fun podcast!
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#061 Restaurant HR - Carrie Luxem (29:02) from 2018-03-09T14:52:53
Join us as we discuss restaurant HR and leadership with the one and only Carrie Luxem (www.CarrieLuxem.com) as we discuss what it takes to find and hire top talent, how to keep them and how to trul...
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#060 Supporting a Good Cause - Emily Twillman (9:57) from 2018-03-01T15:25:58
Emily Twillman stops by to chat with the QSR Nation crew about how unifying to support a great cause can be incredibly rewarding, personally and professionally. Does your company do the same?
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#059 Retailer Technology - Emily Twillman (11:07) from 2018-02-22T21:11:42
Join QSR Nation as special guest Emily Twillman stops in to talk about how some new technology can help improve customer service and engagement while also allowing you to make smarter business choi...
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#058 Measuring Success (5:52) from 2018-02-15T19:42:08
So how are you measuring the success of your marketing campaigns? Are you measuring the success of your campaigns? Listen to the crew as they discuss the need for clearly defined measurements of su...
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#057 Radio Frequency (7:31) from 2018-02-08T14:46:43
Radio advertising can seem confusing. Are you doing too much? Too little? Is it even working? Join QSR Nation as they discuss radio advertising frequency and how you can get the biggest bang for yo...
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#056 Lenten Season (6:03) from 2018-02-01T17:27:13
With Lent right around the corner, are you prepared for the rush? Get some quick tips from Josh, Beth and Anthony that you can implement during this season to increase your revenue.
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#055 Employee Cross Training (6:37) from 2018-01-25T16:17:26
Can employee Jim do what employee Sara does? Can Sara do what Jim does? Basically, are your employees fully cross trained? Find out why this simple tactic, while it might cost some upfront time, ca...
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#054 Employee Appreciation (5:51) from 2018-01-18T19:53:28
Let's face it, your employees make or break your company. That's why you need to let them know you appreciate what they do. Check out these tips to help you get started!
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#053 Selling Scripts (5:18) from 2018-01-11T22:16:57
Your employees are the front line when it comes to making the sell at your location and this includes when they are behind the counter. Check out how simple selling scripts can build employee confi...
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#052 Quality Assurance - Jeremy Galloway(17:51) from 2018-01-04T22:15:07
Join us once again as PFSbrands Quality and Product Development Manager, Jeremy Galloway, stops by to discuss starting a brand new foodservice program and the research that goes behind that!
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#051 Developing New Products - Jeremy Galloway (19:09) from 2017-12-28T16:09:50
Join QSR Nation as Jeremy Galloway, Quality and Product Development Manager at PFSbrands, joins us to talk about consistency and quality control protocols and how to stay ahead of the competition!
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#050 Founding & Big Announcement - Shawn Burcham (11:50) from 2017-12-21T16:56:52
Join the team as they welcome in PFSbrands Founder and CEO, Shawn Burcham, as he discusses how PFSbrands got started. Plus, he makes a big QSR Nation exclusive announcement you will want to hear! W...
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#049 Store Planning - Jim Spratt (9:42) from 2017-12-14T16:11:13
Listen in as our VP of Project Management, Jim Spratt, joins us to discuss how planning your location's layout can make all the difference and how we (PFSbrands) can help alleviate this headache an...
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#048 Word Of Mouth Marketing (8:10) from 2017-12-07T15:09:30
One of the best ways to quickly generate buzz within your community is by delivering such great service or products (hopefully both) that it creates organic word of mouth marketing. Listen to the t...
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#047 Secret Shopper (8:15) from 2017-11-30T14:49:19
Join the PFSbrands crew as they discuss how a secret shopper program can improve the customer's experience at your location without making it a burden on your staff!
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#046 Spreading Holiday Cheer (4:34) from 2017-11-16T19:31:20
It's that time of year again! The time of year to spread holiday cheer! Join the team as they explain how spreading holiday cheer can go a long way in creating new customers!
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#045 Locally Owned Marketing (5:47) from 2017-11-09T19:47:59
One great way to market your business is to simply be authentic to yourself. What we mean by this is if you are a locally owned or an employee owned store why not let everyone know? People will be ...
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#044 Next Year's Marketing Trends (8:53) from 2017-11-02T15:01:04
In this Halloween QSR Nation podcast, check out what the team thinks will continue to be the trend in marketing for 2018.
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#043 People Matter - Carla Dowden & Christi Walsh (15:03) from 2017-10-26T17:56:43
Join us as our VP of Human Resources, Carla Dowden, and Director of Human Resources, Christi Walsh, join us to talk about why people matter and some exclusive tools they've developed to help your l...
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#042 Getting the Right Equipment - Darrell Hale (10:26) from 2017-10-19T14:50:07
Finding the right equipment for your foodservice location is incredibly important, but it's just as important to find the right commercial equipment partner to help you find exactly what you need a...
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#041 Quarter 4 Promotion Tips (9:58) from 2017-10-12T17:21:07
With quarter 4 right around the corner, it's time to start stocking and staffing up to deal with the traffic surge. Listen to our teams can't miss tips to help you have the best quarter 4 ever!
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#040 Committees (4:45) from 2017-10-05T21:03:37
One simple way to get employee feedback and engagement is with small employee committees. From a safety committee to a customers success committee, these will help generate innovation at your locat...
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#039 Customer Feedback (7:34) from 2017-09-28T20:42:19
Do you ask for customer feedback? Do you care? Is it important? Get our feedback on why customer feedback is so vital to the success of your business.
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#038 Securing Your Technology Part 2 - John Bleidistel (10:07) from 2017-09-21T14:26:17
Join us for Part 2 of our "Securing Your Technology" series as the Director of Technology at PFSbrands discusses some amazing news tools you can use to help your location stay secure and stay at th...
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#037 Securing Your Technology Part I - John Bleidistel (10:45) from 2017-09-14T18:11:31
Join us as we talk to the PFSbrands Director of Technology, John Bleidistel, about securing your location both operationally and digitally. These are the must know tips you and your staff can use t...
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#036 Consistency Matters Part 2 (5:56) from 2017-09-07T19:53:58
In part two of our epic conversation about consistency, the QSR Nation team breaks down why brand consistency is so vitally important, Brand consistency is KEY!
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#035 Consistency Matters Part I (4:43) from 2017-08-31T16:33:31
Consistency should always be top of mind in any industry, especially foodservice. That's because you want to put out a consistent product every single time someone visits your location so they will...
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#034 Large Quantity Orders (LQOs) (5:41) from 2017-08-24T18:55:12
Find out how large quantity orders (LQOs) or more simply put, catering, can help increase the revenue at your store. Get the low down on determining margins and some simple ideas to get you started!
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#033 Press Releases (5:30) from 2017-08-17T15:57:55
Listen in as the QSR Nation team discusses how press releases (PR) and reaching out to your local news outlets can help spread the word about your location and usually for free! Free marketing... c...
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#032 Swag Items (6:35) from 2017-08-09T20:32:40
One of the best ways to get your brand in your customers home is with swag. From shirts to hats to cups, swag is a great way to always have your brand in front of your audience building brand aware...
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#031 Financial Literacy Part II - Trevor Monnig (16:55) from 2017-08-02T15:01:36
The CFO of PFSbrands, Trevor Monnig, comes back to give us his best tips and some great tools to help instill financial literacy in your employees!
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#030 Financial Literacy Part I - Trevor Monnig (11:54) from 2017-07-26T15:40:20
Join us as the CFO of PFSbrands, Trevor Monnig, drops by to discuss how you can improve the financial literacy of your employees (and yourself) and how that can tremendously improve your bottom-line!
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#029 Clean Hot Case (5:34) from 2017-07-19T14:59:20
Whether you're a c-store with a hot case or a restaurant with a buffet, keeping these areas freshly stocked and looking presentable is the key to your business success. Check out these quick tips a...
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#028 Best Foodservice Business Practices Part II - Dave Yarbrough (12:19) from 2017-07-13T15:14:15
Dave Yarbrough, Vice President of Field Operations at PFSbrands, comes back to discuss some can't miss foodservice business practices that will increase your revenue starting today. Great insight f...
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#027 Best Foodservice Business Practices Part I - Dave Yarbrough (11:48) from 2017-07-05T19:16:43
Dave Yarbrough, Vice President of Field Operations at PFSbrands, stops in to discuss the best foodservice business practices you can start implementing at your location today to start improving you...
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#026 Employee Training (6:10) from 2017-06-28T15:18:14
Join the team as they discuss how regular employee meetings can help you better understand what your customers want and help shape your marketing campaigns!
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#025 Facebook Business Strategies Part II - Kristin Garnett (14:30) from 2017-06-21T16:21:55
Kristin Garnett is back on QSR Nation to discuss more in depth on how you can take your business to the next level with Facebook. Whether it's sponsored posts or Facebook Live, get her must-know ti...
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#024 Facebook Business Strategies Part I - Kristin Garnett (12:29) from 2017-06-14T14:44:39
Digital Marketing Manager at PFSbrands, Kristin Garnett, stops in to discuss how you can use social media (specifically Facebook) to grow your business. Don't miss these tips and tools to help you ...
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#023 Margins (3:55) from 2017-06-07T13:24:53
As a business owner, margins are always on your mind and you may know the ones that relate to you very well, but do your employees know why they are important? Do you know how our programs can give...
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#022 Art of Giving Part II - John McElroy (14:26) from 2017-05-30T17:31:53
Join us for PII of our discussion with PFSbrands Director of Customer Support, John McElroy, as he discusses the Art of Giving and shares some vital tips and tools for hiring the best employees po...
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#021 Art of Giving Part 1 - John McElroy (11:08) from 2017-05-19T19:59:34
Join us as we interview the PFSbrands Director of Customer Success, John McElroy as he discusses the Art of Giving and providing the ultimate Customer Support!
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#020 Mini Games (5:42) from 2017-05-17T14:05:49
Need a way to motivate your employees and boost your revenue over a short amount of time? Mini games can do just that! Find out what you need to know in this latest episode of QSR Nation!
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#019 Suggestive Selling (6:33) from 2017-05-10T14:49:50
One of the best ways to quickly and easily improve your store's revenue is suggestive selling. This simple descriptive language used by your employees can make a big difference in your bottom-line!...
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#018 Hot Case Signage (4:33) from 2017-05-02T19:52:56
So you've gotten your customers into the store and over to your hot case, what now? This is where you need some great hot case signage to market your current promotions! Check out these tips!
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#017 Billboards (5:29) from 2017-04-27T18:50:35
Have you thought about advertising on a billboard but scared about the cost or the entire process in general? Listen to the team as they discuss how billboards can really provide a solid ROI for yo...
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#016 Local Sponsorships (6:21) from 2017-04-19T14:39:02
One of the best ways to improve loyalty towards your location in the community and create new and repeating customers is with local sponsorships. The QSR Nation crew breaks down how they can defini...
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#015 Loyalty Cards (6:22) from 2017-04-11T14:29:39
One of the best ways to get people back into your store and turn them into repeat customers is loyalty cards. This simple tool can generate massive revenue! Here's the tips you need to know about l...
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#014 Pump Toppers (4:35) from 2017-04-04T14:23:13
Want a simple way to get more customers inside your location and over to your hot case? Pump toppers are a great way to drum up interest and increase your bottom-line! Find out from the foodservice...
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#013 Exterior Signage (5:58) from 2017-03-28T14:44:06
Get the lowdown on the exterior signage you need to get people actually in your location and improving your bottom-line. Check out the foodservice marketing tips you need!
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#012 Bounce Back Coupons (4:31) from 2017-03-20T14:17:01
Easily one of the all-time popular ways to get people into your store and make them repeat customers is with bounce-back coupons. Give them a deal to keep them comign back for more and improving yo...
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#011 Facebook Business Page (7:36) from 2017-03-13T14:13:14
Let's face it, almost all of your customers have a Facebook profile... Does your business? Get some quick foodservice marketing tips on how to create your Facebook business page and how it can help...
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#010 Value Proposition (5:15) from 2017-03-06T16:57:11
Value proposition? Whta exactly is that and hwo can you utilize it ot your advantage ot create new customers and create more repeat customers? Find out in this episode of QSR Nation!
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#009 Direct Mailer (6:55) from 2017-02-28T14:56:47
We all know that direct mailers can be a valuable tool to bring new customers into your location... but just how valauble? Listen as the team gives your the quick round-up on how direct mailers can...
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#008 Giveaways (7:25) from 2017-02-20T17:12:38
Random giveaways can be one of your most useful tool in building cusotmer trust and loyalty. From very small swag giveaways to big prizes, these simple (or large) gestures can have a big impact on ...
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#007 Store Audio (4:58) from 2017-02-17T21:58:15
In store ads are a great marketing tool your location has at its disposal, but when and how often do you play them? What do you say? How do they work? Get the foodservice marketing tips you need to...
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#006 Limited Time Offers (5:02) from 2017-02-13T18:59:03
One of the best ways to ramp your store's revenue quickly is with limited time offers (LTOs). LTOs, when advertised correctly, can get new customers into yoru store and keep your regular customers ...
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#005 Customer Appreciation (6:47) from 2017-02-09T16:58:02
Your customers are the lifeblood of your store and you want them always coming back for more. Find out how to have the perfect Customer Appreciation day that will set you up for a nice long-term ROI!
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#004 Upselling (4:49) from 2017-02-09T16:50:48
Upselling is one of the best ways to improve your stores daily revenue. Think about it, if you upsell 50 customers per day $1 that adds up to over $18,000 for the year in revenue. Get the best tips...
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#003 Customer Service (6:12) from 2017-02-09T16:47:54
You may have the best food in the world but if you have terrible service then your customers will never return. Get some quick tips on how you can improve your employees customer service tactics an...
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#002 Sampling (6:23) from 2017-02-09T16:44:49
One of the biggest ways we encourage our retailers to improve their revenue is through an effective sampling program. An effective sampling program can create new customers by getting them to your ...
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#001 Signage (5:56) from 2017-02-09T16:42:22
Welcome to episode #1 of QSR Nation by PFSbrands. Today we discuss the one thing that everyone sees (or a lack thereof) - signage. Find out the best tip son how to properly place your signage, how ...
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