F&B NY 2019

The Science of Customer Persuasion: The Psychology of Choice (Room Room 1C03)

03 Mar 19
1:00 PM - 2:00 PM

Tracks: NY Restaurant Show, Operational Excellence

Good restaurants understand the importance  of quality food, fair prices, and attentive service.  But Behavioral scientist, JonRobert Tartaglione knows that exceptional restaurants understand one more thing: psychology.  In his presentation, learn how to apply principles of consumer psychology and choice architecture to influence people to spend more, tip more, and leave happier. Concepts discussed will include:  - How to strategically structure menus to increase revenue - Why consumers are like Goldilocks - How descriptions of food can impact taste - How to prime customers to make particular choices - Why free samples can often lead to more spending - Why waitstaff should be trained in the art of mimicry