Unfinished tasks stick in our minds more than completed ones—that’s the Zeigarnik Effect in action. In this episode, we break down how this powerful psychological principle can drive more order completions, increase loyalty engagement, and enhance the guest experience across your digital platforms.

You’ll learn five key strategies to apply the Zeigarnik Effect to your restaurant’s digital experience:

✅ Make it easy to resume unfinished tasks – Keep abandoned orders top-of-mind.

✅ Use visual cues – Progress bars and checklists help guests complete their journey.

✅ Create engagement goals – Show guests how close they are to their next loyalty reward.

✅ Introduce next steps – Keep guests engaged after checkout to drive retention.

✅ Communicate with smart reminders – Bring guests back to finish what they started.

By using these tactics, you can boost conversions, increase AOV, and build lasting loyalty.

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In this episode of Little Raps, we’re diving into Hunter Thurman’s game-changing insights on behavioral triggers from Brandingmag.com and how they can transform your restaurant’s customer experience. 🍔💻

These five behavioral triggers—price, time, social perception, physical impact, and emotional resonance—are the keys to understanding and influencing customer decisions, both online and in-store.

🎧 What you’ll learn:

✅ How to highlight value and optimize pricing perception.

✅ The role of time in shaping customer satisfaction and loyalty.

✅ Why social signals and brand identity drive purchasing decisions.

✅ Tips to minimize friction in digital and physical interactions.

✅ How to meet emotional needs and build trust through transparency.

Whether you’re looking to refine your digital experience, boost brand loyalty, or simply better understand customer behavior, this episode is packed with actionable strategies to elevate your game.

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Cai Palmiter, the marketing powerhouse behind JINYA Ramen’s explosive U.S. expansion, joins us for an in-depth discussion on scaling restaurant brands. From JINYA’s 50% unit growth to orchestrating buzzworthy openings that captivate new markets, Cai reveals the strategies that make her a sought-after consultant for major brands like Paris Baguette and Kung Fu Tea.

Learn how tailoring market strategies, building authentic community connections, and avoiding cookie-cutter grand opening templates drive long-term success. Cai shares her expertise on overcoming market entry barriers, adapting to local cultures, and crafting memorable guest experiences that fuel repeat business.

Whether you’re navigating local store marketing or rethinking how to introduce LTOs, this episode is a masterclass for restaurateurs and marketing leaders alike. Tune in and let Cai inspire your next move in elevating your restaurant brand.

Ready to kick off 2025 with a bang? In this must-listen episode, we’re serving up the ultimate digital housecleaning guide for restaurant and tech leaders. From cleaning up outdated system access to streamlining GTM tags, we’re tackling the often-overlooked details that can make or break your brand’s digital presence.

🔑 Key Takeaways:

• Audit your platforms and remove unnecessary users to boost security.

• Optimize those bloated GTM tags for faster site performance and better data.

• Ensure your brand—not an old agency—shines across every touchpoint, including unsubscribe pages.

Perfect for busy leaders who want actionable steps to clean, streamline, and strengthen their digital foundation before the new year rush. Tune in and set your brand up for success in 2025!

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Join us for an illuminating conversation with Mason Wiederhorn, Chief Brand Officer at FAT Brands, as we explore the groundbreaking co-branded digital strategy for Great American Cookies and Marble Slab Creamery. This episode delves into how FAT Brands is redefining online ordering and guest personalization, focusing on their revolutionary 3D Cookie Cake Builder and seamless integrations across channels.

🔑 Key Highlights:

• Cookie Cake Builder Innovation: How FAT Brands leveraged cutting-edge 3D modeling and instant rendering to deliver a truly customizable experience.

• Seamless Co-Branding: Streamlining multi-brand menus and unifying guest journeys under one digital platform.

• Data-Driven Design: Insights from user testing and how feedback sparked a transformation.

• Results That Shine: Hear about the 8% boost in average order value and 22% sales growth post-launch.

• Future-Ready Vision: What’s next for FAT Brands, including kiosk-ready tech and try-branded experiences.

This episode is packed with actionable insights on creating best-in-class digital experiences and lessons for multi-unit restaurant brands. Don’t miss the inspiration behind FAT Brands’ bold innovations!

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In this festive episode, Joseph Szala curates the ultimate holiday gift list for the restaurant and agency leaders in your life. Packed with insights, recommendations, and a sprinkle of holiday cheer, Joseph highlights multiple transformative books authored by industry pros that offer valuable guidance for navigating leadership challenges with finesse.

Tune in to uncover why these books are perfect for fostering growth, innovation, and leadership mastery. As a bonus, Joseph shares an earnest plea to follow, like, and share the podcast to spread the holiday spirit—and helpful insights—far and wide. 🎄

In this episode of Little Raps, we team up with our friends at Vytal and Punchh to uncover groundbreaking Gen Z insights into restaurant loyalty. Are you designing loyalty programs that truly resonate with younger generations? You’ll learn why Gen Z’s approach to mobile apps and rewards may shift your strategy.

Key takeaways include:

• Why Gen Z prioritizes phone storage for essential apps—and what that means for your loyalty strategy.

• The rising demand for frictionless phone number lookups over app-based point collection.

Whether you’re a tech-savvy restaurateur or looking for ways to engage this influential demographic, these insights will leave you inspired to adapt your approach.

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In this episode of Little Raps, we dive into the lessons restaurant brands can learn from Jaguar’s polarizing rebrand. It’s not just about visual identity—it’s about delivering substance. We explore how product quality, guest experience, and seamless digital integrations are the true building blocks of a lasting brand. Learn why trying to be “everything to everyone” dilutes your message and how to create loyalty by clarifying what your brand stands for.

From mobile apps to drive-thrus, discover why your digital experience is central to modern guest satisfaction—and how fixing the fundamentals before rebranding can lead to meaningful, long-term success.

Tune in for actionable insights to elevate your restaurant’s strategy!