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How to Plan a Sidewalk Sale That Draws a Crowd

By Ian Mackern
26 June, 2025

Restaurant sidewalk sale setup with red umbrellas and customers dining outdoors — Outdoor seating and vibrant sidewalk setups draw foot traffic and boost same-day restaurant sales.

2 min read

A well-planned sidewalk sale can boost sales and visibility for your store. With bold displays, local buzz, and the right tools from RAY, you’ll turn foot traffic into real results.

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Unlocking Culinary Gems: Your Guide to Navigating Restaurant Reviews

By Franco Breciano
26 June, 2025

The Power of Restaurant Reviews: Why They Matter In today’s digital age, restaurant reviews hold immense power. They influence our dining choices, shape our perceptions […]

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Streamlining Bulk Verification for Google Business Profiles with RAY

By Ian Mackern
26 June, 2025

Bulk verification lets businesses manage multiple Google profiles efficiently across chains, service areas, and brands.

3 min read

Bulk verification for Google Business Profiles helps multi-location businesses maintain consistent, accurate listings across Maps and Search. RAY makes the process seamless, saving time and boosting your local SEO strategy.

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Guide to utilizing restaurant reviews

By Franco Breciano
26 June, 2025

4 min read

The Power of Restaurant Reviews In today’s digital age, restaurant reviews hold immense power. They can make or break a restaurant’s reputation and significantly influence […]

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How to use free local Listings to get your store found online

By Ian Mackern
25 June, 2025

A free Google Business Profile helps small businesses get found online and attract local customers.

2 min read

Free local listings can drive foot traffic and real-world sales for small stores. Discover how to use platforms like Google Maps and Yelp to boost visibility—then manage everything easily with RAY.

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How to Use In-Store Promotions to Drive Same-Day Sales

By Ian Mackern
25 June, 2025

Sidewalk sale chalkboard sign outside a local store — Flash sale chalkboard signs create urgency and attract immediate purchases.

2 min read

In-store promotions are a powerful way for small businesses to drive same-day sales. With just a few low-cost strategies—and the right tools from RAY—you can turn foot traffic into fast revenue.

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Why a simple loyalty card can keep your customers coming back

By Ian Mackern
25 June, 2025

2 min read

Loyalty cards are a low-cost, high-impact way for small businesses to build lasting customer relationships. Learn how RAY helps make loyalty simple and powerful.

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The Quick Guide to Collecting Customer Reviews Right at the Counter

By Ian Mackern
24 June, 2025

Employee and customer at a store counter using a QR code to leave a review, with a 4-star rating and article title. — Asking for reviews at checkout is easier than you think—especially with a QR code and a smile.

3 min read

Discover how collecting customer reviews at checkout can boost your store’s reputation, trust, and sales—with simple tools like QR codes and RAY.

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The power of seasonal decor

By Ian Mackern
24 June, 2025

A cozy restaurant setup with sparkling Christmas lights and a holiday table setting, perfect for attracting guests during the festive season.

2 min read

Discover how festive decor—like this warmly lit holiday table—can transform your restaurant, boost foot traffic, and create lasting memories for guests.

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Why a friendly store layout boosts customer spending

By Franco Breciano
23 June, 2025

2 min read

A welcoming store layout can make shoppers stay longer and spend more. U.S. small and mid-sized merchants can tweak their shop’s flow with easy changes […]

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Affordable Local SEO: DIY Tools for SMBs [2024]

By Franco Breciano
14 November, 2024

A woman looking for Affordable Local SEO

5 min read

Local SEO is essential for small businesses looking to attract customers in their area. However, many businesses shy away from SEO due to the costs […]

How Local Brands use AI: 5 real examples

By Franco Breciano
12 November, 2024

4 min read

Remember the days of running your business locations with spreadsheets and sticky notes? Those days are ending. Local brands like yours are discovering that AI […]

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Google Review: How to Answer them and Free Templates

By Franco Breciano
23 July, 2024

6 min read

In today’s digital landscape, Google reviews are a powerful tool for any business. They not only influence potential customers’ purchasing decisions, but also directly affect […]

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Restaurant Reputation Management: Why It Matters and How to Do It Right

By Franco Breciano
12 July, 2024

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5 min read

In today’s digital age, a restaurant’s reputation can make or break its success, something that we have definitely seen with our clients. With the vast […]

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7 Best AI Tools for Small Businesses in 2024: Boost Efficiency and Growth

By Franco Breciano
11 July, 2024

5 min read

In today’s fast-paced business world, small business owners are constantly looking for ways to stay competitive and efficient. At RAY, we’ve had the privilege of […]

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