Episodes 23
Avg. Duration 12m
Activity Dormant
Since Sep 2024
Latest Episode Jan 2025

Publishing Details

Schedule
Weekly
Format
Episodic
Hosting
feed.podbean.com

About This Podcast

THE EXPERTS ARE LYING TO YOU! Tired of wasting time and money on marketing strategies that don’t deliver? Sick of being fed empty promises by so-called ”gurus” who couldn’t sell a drink in a desert? Want to use AI and the internet to increase sales without coming off sounding like a robot? Erik Shellenberger has written 4 books in the Restaurant & Bar Marketing series including his latest book - ”Restaurant & Bar Marketing IV: If I Could Give It Zero Stars, I Would” Through this no-nonsense approach, Shellenberger cuts through the BS with refreshing honesty and raw insight. Drawing from years of experience in the trenches of the hospitality industry, he reveals the hard truths about what really works when it comes to marketing your restaurant or bar in our modern online age. Forget the fluff and filler—this approach is all killer content, delivered with a punch. Shellenberger’s entertaining style will keep you engaged from start to finish, while his practical advice will empower you to take control of your marketing efforts and drive real results. Whether you’re a seasoned restaurateur or a newbie bartender, this book is your ticket to success in an industry where only the strong survive. Get ready to revolutionize your marketing game to be found first by hungry people and stay ahead of the competition. Don’t waste another minute on ineffective strategies that benefit no one except the guy selling them. Learn more about SEO for Restaurants at BarMarketingBasics.com

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Recent Episodes

Maximize Your Restaurant's Online Visibility with Menu Optimization

Jan 17, 2025 6m

Learn how to optimize your restaurant menu for better SEO and search engine ranking! Erik Shellenberger shares expert tips on structuring menus online to attract more customers. Discover the pros and…

S1E22 Revolutionary Ways Customers Will Find Restaurants in the Future

Dec 06, 2024 15m

Explore the Future of Restaurant and Bar Discovery Ways Customers Will Find Restaurants in the Future Insights from Erik Shellenberger In this insightful episode of the Restaurant and Bar Marketing…

S1E21 The Bold New World of Personalized Searches: AI and Restaurants

Nov 23, 2024 10m

The Future of AI Restaurant Searches: How Hungry Customers Will Find You. The Bold New World of Personalized Searches. Erik breaks down how AI-powered searches are revolutionizing how customers…

S1E20 Discover Where You Rank on Google from Any Location

Nov 18, 2024 3m

In this episode, Erik dives into a powerful tool that shows you where you rank on Google from any location. Whether you're targeting a bustling tourist spot, a local neighborhood, or a specific area…

S1E19 Avoid the #1 restaurant website mistake!

Nov 12, 2024 10m

In this episode of the Restaurant and Bar Marketing Podcast, host Erik Shellenberger reveals how to avoid the #1 restaurant website mistake that many owners unknowingly make. He explains that a…

S1E18 How to Blog Effectively and Get More Shares

Oct 22, 2024 33m

Erik Shellenberger dives deep into how to blog effectively and get more shares by leveraging AI. Many restaurant and bar owners hear the advice to start a blog, but few understand the real strategies…

S1E17 1 Star Yelp Reviews and How Restaurant Owners REALLY Want to Respond

Oct 20, 2024 6m

In this video, Erik Shellenberger, a restaurant reputation management expert, takes a bold stand against 1 Star Yelp Reviews and How Restaurant Owners REALLY Want to Respond. He humorously but…

S1E16 Google My Business for restaurants - A walkthrough

Oct 16, 2024 14m

Optimizing your Google My Business for restaurants is crucial for boosting your local search visibility and attracting more customers. In today’s episode of the Restaurant and Bar Marketing Podcast,…

S1E15 The Hidden SEO Secrets of Top Restaurant Website Platforms Revealed

Oct 16, 2024 21m

In this episode of the Restaurant and Bar Marketing Podcast, host Erik Shellenberger dives into essential strategies for optimizing restaurant websites for better visibility, emphasizing the…

S1E14 The Best Website Platforms for Restaurants

Oct 08, 2024 20m

The Best Website Platforms for Restaurants: How to Choose Wisely When it comes to finding the best website platforms for restaurants, it's important to choose a solution that enhances visibility and…

S1E13 How to maintain Your Restaurant’s Stellar Reputation using These Techniques

Oct 04, 2024 7m

In this episode of the Restaurant and Bar Marketing Podcast, Erik Shellenberger dives into the crucial role of reputation management for bars and restaurants. Discover expert tips on how to…

S1E12 Maximize Holiday Promotions: Expert Tips for Marketing Your Bar or Restaurant

Oct 03, 2024 8m

In this episode of the Restaurant and Bar Marketing Podcast, host Erik Shellenberger shares expert strategies for holiday promotions. Learn how to effectively pivot your marketing efforts to make…

S1E11 Handling Nightmare Yelp Reviewers | The worst of the worst Yelpers

Sep 30, 2024 28m

In this episode of the Restaurant and Bar Marketing Podcast, host Erik Shellenberger shares a hilarious yet eye-opening account of a nightmare Yelp reviewer targeting one of his clients, La Antica…

S1E10 We explore the country's most unique restaurants and bars - Part 1

Sep 26, 2024 10m

Join us on an epic 3-month RV road trip from Scottsdale, Arizona, to San Diego, California! Join us as we explore the country's most unique restaurants and bars starting with the California coast,…

S1E9 Google Algorithm Changes 2024: Why Your Restaurant & Bar Impressions Are Dropping | SEO Tips

Sep 23, 2024 9m

Welcome back to the Restaurant and Bar Marketing Podcast with Erik Shellenberger, recorded in Los Angeles, California! In this episode, Erik breaks down the recent changes to Google's algorithm and…

S1E8 How AI Will Rank Your Restaurant or Bar in 2025

Sep 21, 2024 12m

Welcome to the Restaurant and Bar Marketing Podcast! In this episode, Erik Shellenberger dives deep into how AI will revolutionize how your restaurant or bar is found online. Learn about SEO, search…

S1E7 Understanding the "It" Factor: Why Some Bars and Restaurants Just Have It, while others don't

Sep 17, 2024 14m

In this episode of the Restaurant & Bar Marketing podcast, Erik Shellenberger dives into the elusive concept of the "It Factor" that makes some bars and restaurants irresistibly appealing.…

Maximize Your Tips: Ruthlessly Self-Serving Tips for Front of House Staff

Sep 16, 2024 9m

In this episode of the Restaurant & Bar Marketing podcast, host Erik Shellenberger shares a powerful speech designed for front-of-house staff, showing them how to increase their tips by adopting…

S1E5 Fishbowl vs. Ocean: Rethinking Restaurant Marketing Strategy

Sep 16, 2024 16m

In the next episode of the Restaurant & Bar Marketing podcast, Erik Shellenberger discusses a key concept from his first book: the Fishbowl vs. the Ocean. Erik explains why relying solely on…

S1E4 Yelp's Hidden Algorithm: How It Hurts Small Businesses

Sep 14, 2024 15m

Today on the Restaurant and Bar Marketing Podcast, Erik Shellenberger reveals how Yelp's algorithm can hurt small businesses by flagging positive reviews and favoring negative ones. Using real…

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Restaurant & Bar Marketing has published 23 episodes since September 2024, covering topics in Business, Courses.

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Restaurant & Bar Marketing is currently dormant with new episodes weekly. Average episode length is 12m.

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