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Dessert Quote by Judith Fertig

“Let's not freak out here," Jett said, ever the diplomat in venom green nail polish and little skull earrings. "People aren't going to come until they've had their dinner. Pie is for dessert." Maggie and I stood behind the counter, arms folded, and stared out the display window. Jett shook her…” quote by Judith Fertig
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““Let's not freak out here," Jett said, ever the diplomat in venom green nail polish and little skull earrings. "People aren't going to come until they've had their dinner. Pie is for dessert." Maggie and I stood behind the counter, arms folded, and stared out the display window. Jett shook her head. Leave it to her to be remarkably upbeat while the rest of us were uncharacteristically morose. "Maybe we should open up so that this wonderful pie aroma brings them in," she said brightly. She opened the door and used it to fan the pie air out onto the street. And it worked. Somebody walked in.””

Judith Fertig

About This Quote

Source Novel: Unknown, possibly contemporary fiction

A character uses optimism and sensory appeal to attract customers despite a gloomy atmosphere.

In simple terms: Optimism and aroma draw people in.

Key Takeaway

Leverage positivity and sensory cues.

Themes

optimism marketing atmosphere customer service

Mood

hopeful energetic

Type

motivational narrative

When to use this quote

  • restaurants
  • retail
  • street vendors
  • event promotion

Key Concepts

psychology of scent social dynamics hospitality

Questions to Reflect On

  • How can mood influence consumer behavior?
  • What other senses could be used?
A Different Perspective

May not work if product quality is poor.

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