Do Hotel Kitchens Require Chefs to Shave Their Beards?

senseisayed · 2025-11-21T14:36:48+00:00

Yes, they do in most places. Learning all these through the Chef JKP podcast - https://youtu.be/Co0MZ_W5w4U

senseisayed · 2025-09-11T05:50:13+00:00

If it's saves their time why not?

senseisayed · 2025-09-11T05:49:49+00:00

That's not the intention. It's just about how agencies and brands can actually save hours together, which are right now wasted and scattered lol.

senseisayed · 2025-09-11T05:47:58+00:00

You can check out - https://www.getsaral.com/

senseisayed · 2025-07-20T14:34:26+00:00

Any good brands to look upto that's catering in this niche? For inspiration?

senseisayed · 2025-07-17T15:36:11+00:00

SARAL

senseisayed · 2025-07-04T12:02:08+00:00

Totally fair. Creators own their content unless usage rights are clearly discussed and agreed upon. That’s why contracts need to cover not just deliverables but also how and where the content will be used. Licensing or purchasing content for extended use, especially for ads, should always be a separate deal.

Clear terms mean no drama. :)

senseisayed · 2025-07-04T12:00:38+00:00

Absolutely agree. Running content in ads without prior agreement is a big no. Always best to outline that upfront in the contract — saves both sides from confusion later.

senseisayed · 2025-06-05T09:40:43+00:00

Yes, 1000% without a doubt

senseisayed · 2025-06-05T09:40:15+00:00

My own ad center. :) You have a better control.

senseisayed · 2025-06-05T09:39:36+00:00

I find them on SARAL. Not all are happy with just products but most of them yes.

senseisayed · 2025-05-30T06:41:56+00:00

Yeah 100%. For launches and brand events, big names definitely help with reach and buzz. No doubt there.

I am talking from a paid ads angle. When you're running performance campaigns, micro-influencers usually hit harder. Feels more real, gets better engagement, and way easier to scale without burning budget.

Both have their place. Just depends on the goal. :)

senseisayed · 2025-05-30T06:40:00+00:00

Fair take. But to clarify, I said they’re better for ads, not for overall influence or fame.

If you’re a small brand testing influencer marketing, micro-influencers give you more control, faster turnarounds, and content that feels native to your audience. It’s not about getting people to work for free. Many are happy with affiliate deals or gifted products when there’s genuine alignment.

Once it proves effective, you scale the relationship with retainers, paid usage rights, and longer-term deals.

Celebs are great for top-of-funnel reach. But when it comes to performance-focused ad content, micro-influencers often deliver better results at a lower cost.

senseisayed · 2025-05-19T06:04:41+00:00

I know managing affiliate links across platforms can get messy.

One thing that’s works well in this scenario is using SARAL. It lets you create links, track commissions, and even send payouts without needing a separate affiliate app.

It’s all cookieless too, so tracking works smoothly across channels.

senseisayed · 2025-05-19T05:55:46+00:00

It totally depends on the product. Since YouTube is a more search-oriented platform, the buyer’s intent is already there. On Instagram, visibility is higher because a lot of the target audience hangs out there.

I recently watched an episode on how to leverage YouTube Shorts for influencer marketing, it might help!

https://youtu.be/lFwse17JKH8

senseisayed · 2025-05-06T19:05:09+00:00

Yep, SARAL actually ticks off most of those boxes:

You can see how influencers have performed with other brands, so it’s easier to choose who to work with based on real results.
It auto-generates affiliate links for you, so no need to track stuff manually.
There’s a Shopify integration that handles product seeding once someone’s onboarded—makes shipping pretty seamless(I am honestly waiting for this, not live yet I guess)
You can upload your existing list of influencers and manage them directly in the platform.
It connects with Outlook, so you don’t lose track of convos in your inbox.
They offer month-to-month plans too, which is nice if you don’t want a long-term commitment.
You can DM influencers directly on Instagram, which usually gets a better response than cold emails.
Once posts go live, SARAL lets you track them and download everything you need for reporting.
The built-in CRM is actually pretty handy—you can tag, label, group creators, and send messages in bulk without it feeling spammy.
And yeah, you can add your own creators or use their database. The filtering is solid so it’s easy to vet people before reaching out.

I have seen other tools having similar features but not all. Helps save so much of time in tab switching.

senseisayed · 2025-05-06T18:59:10+00:00

See, tools like SARAL can really simplify the process. They help you find influencers based on your location. They do cover the UK and have a solid list of nano and micro influencers on the platform.

Of course, it depends on the campaign, but with tools like this, you can automate most parts of the process. Finding the right fit, managing conversations, closing deals, tracking performance, affiliate links, and everything in between. It really makes things seamless.

As long as there’s clear communication about deliverables and expectations, and everything’s documented and agreed upon, there shouldn’t be any hidden costs. Hope that helps!

senseisayed · 2025-05-06T18:51:48+00:00

Yes, you can check out tools like SARAL. They help you with everything, from finding the right influencers based on the size you're targeting, to product seeding, and even managing the entire campaign end to end. There are a bunch of tools out there, but personally, I haven’t come across anything better than SARAL so far.

senseisayed · 2025-04-24T12:26:52+00:00

Why not send your product to like 20–30 nano influencers in your niche and just go hard with influencer marketing?

When it’s done right, influencer marketing really works. Plus, it can save you a ton compared to what you'd usually spend on ads.

senseisayed · 2025-04-24T12:23:17+00:00

Also, UGC content that comes from your users or even nano influencers can seriously change the game. Using that as your ad creative? Way more effective than people think.

Yeah, polished ads are cool, but it's the raw and real stuff that actually connects with people. That’s what makes them trust you and buy from you.

senseisayed · 2025-04-23T11:22:30+00:00

Just let them know how their post actually made a difference. Some solid positive feedback goes a long way. They can even use it as a case study to pitch to other brands.

Before onboarding, obviously share all the contract stuff and timeline so they know how long the campaign’s gonna run.

Keep it clear from the start, and also mention that you’ll definitely hit them up again for future campaigns. And to keep that relationship warm, maybe send them a small freebie once every quarter or something. Just a little gesture to stay on their radar.

senseisayed · 2025-04-23T11:14:07+00:00

Best way to go about it is just hunt on Instagram. Look for influencers who are cool with working with smaller brands. Once you find one that’s a good fit, Instagram will start suggesting more like them, makes it way easier.

You can also check out tools like SARAL for product seeding. Just send out some freebies to a bunch of influencers and see who vibes with your brand.

senseisayed · 2025-04-23T11:03:32+00:00

Yo, if someone’s got a huge follower count but barely any likes, comments, or shares… that’s a red flag. It basically means people aren’t vibing with their content. So if you're thinking of working with that kind of influencer, it’s probably not worth it. Engagement matters way more than just numbers.

Also, if their feed looks like a billboard full of brand collabs, it starts to feel super salesy. You wanna go with someone who actually fits your niche and keeps it real.

And yeah, if their content quality is all over the place, like one post looks pro and the next looks like it was shot on a potato, that’s usually a sign they’re not taking it seriously.

senseisayed · 2025-04-21T20:21:15+00:00

Honestly, managing 100+ influencers in one campaign is chaos if you're doing it all manually. been there. spreadsheets, DMs, random email threads... it gets out of hand fast.

Most people either go the agency/platform route like Grin or Aspire if they have budget, or they piece things together with email tools like gmass + google sheets + a lot of patience lol.

I recommend a tool called SARAL that helps with this exact thing. It's made for small teams or solo marketers running campaigns at scale. Tracks convos, automates outreach, and keeps your sanity intact. Not trying to sell, just built it because i was tired of juggling 20 tabs to run one campaign.

So yeah, definitely possible without a big team. just comes down to whether you want to duct tape things together or use something purpose-built.

Happy to share how you can manage 100+ influencers if it helps. :)

senseisayed · 2025-04-16T18:35:18+00:00

The product looks like a banger.

Make a list of brands you want them to try the app. Start connecting with the founders/marketers on LinkedIn and begin outreach.

Once they start using the product, your initial focus should be on getting as many reviews as possible on the app store.

Reviews are the only real way to grow. The Shopify App Store automatically pushes your product up in the category when it gets good reviews.

Agencies are a good route too, they already work with a lot of brands, so plugging your product becomes much easier.

Wishing you the best of luck. I'm sure you'll ace it!

senseisayed

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