How to Start Earning with TableTalks—No Tastings Required!

November 13, 2024
4 min read

TableTalks is more than just a tasting experience platform. It’s a way for creators to earn money by sharing exclusive restaurant offers with their audience—all without even stepping foot into a tasting! Whether you’re an established food influencer or just starting out, here’s how you can make the most of your TableTalks account and start earning today.

TableTalks dashboard showing a user’s milestone progress, Public Link URL, and a section for tracking statistics like earnings and link views.

Step 1: Getting Started on TableTalks

Once you sign up for a TableTalks account, we create a unique Public Link just for you. This link showcases all our partnered restaurants and their current offers, allowing your followers to access these deals directly. Here's how to get started:

TableTalks settings page where users can customize which restaurants appear on their Public Link, with options to toggle visibility for each restaurant.
  1. Head to Your Dashboard: Once logged in, your dashboard will be your command centre. At the top right corner, you'll see your unique Public Link. This is the key to driving traffic and earning from redemptions!
  2. Personalise Your Public Link: Navigate to Public Link Settings where you have full control over what’s displayed. Maybe there are specific restaurants that resonate better with your audience, or certain cuisines they love. Simply toggle the visibility of restaurants to align with your content style.
  3. Share Your Link: Copy your Public Link and add it to your social media bios—Instagram, TikTok, Facebook, or any platform you’re active on. This is where your audience can easily access offers that they’ll love, while you earn a commission.

Step 2: How to Make Money from Your Public Link

You might be wondering, how do you actually earn from your Public Link? It’s simple: every time someone uses your link to redeem an offer, you earn! But here’s the catch: a redemption isn’t the same as a booking. Make sure your followers understand that they need to complete a booking to secure their spot. The more redemptions that turn into dine-ins, the more you earn.

So, what are some ways to maximise your earnings? Let's dive into a few strategies.

TableTalks Public Link page and an Instagram profile of a creator named ‘remotewithv,’ demonstrating how the Public Link can be integrated into social media bios for easy access.

Driving Traffic to Your Public Link (Without Attending Tastings)

You don’t have to attend every tasting to promote restaurant offers. Here are some creative ways to drive engagement and boost your earnings:

1. Leverage Your Link in Your Bio

Add your Public Link to your Instagram bio or on any other social platform. It’s a great way to consistently drive traffic from your audience who are already interested in dining out or exploring new offers.

2. Create Engaging Instagram Stories

Use Instagram Stories to draw attention to the latest restaurant deals on your Public Link. You don’t need to have professional food photos—screenshots of the offers from your link work just as well! Highlight exclusive deals, new menus, or limited-time offers.

  • Pro Tip: Use eye-catching captions like “Check out this deal! 🤑” or “Limited time only 🍽️” to build excitement.
  • Add URL links as a sticker on your story, write a catchy copy to entice them to click the link.
  • Add swipe-up links if you have over 10k followers, or simply include your link with a call-to-action like “Tap link in bio to redeem!”

3. Pin Stories to Your Highlights

Don’t let your stories disappear after 24 hours! Create a dedicated Story Highlight called “Restaurant Offers” or “Deals & Eats” to keep your Public Link accessible. This way, new followers can easily check out the offers whenever they visit your profile.

4. Get Creative with Content

If you’re running out of ideas, try doing short reviews or Q&A sessions on why you love a particular restaurant deal. Show your personality and build trust with your audience—authenticity goes a long way!

Creator profile page on TableTalks featuring the username ‘Swoozie the Foodie’ with a short bio and available restaurant offers.

The Benefits of Using TableTalks to Earn

Not only is TableTalks a great way to share amazing dining experiences with your followers, but it also allows you to earn on the side. Here’s why it’s a game-changer:

  • Full Control: With the Public Link Settings, you decide which restaurants to showcase. Only want to promote your favourite spots? No problem!
  • Track Your Earnings: Your dashboard lets you see your earnings, link views, and performance metrics. This is a great way to understand which offers are resonating most with your audience.
  • Milestone Rewards: The more redemptions and bookings that happen through your link, the closer you get to unlocking rewards and higher earning levels.

Final Tips to Boost Your Earnings

  • Share the link regularly on your social media. Consistency is key.
  • Engage your followers with stories, polls, and questions. This helps create curiosity and drive traffic to your offers.
  • Experiment with different platforms like Facebook Groups, Telegram channels, or even your blog if you have one.

By taking advantage of your Public Link and following these tips, you can maximise your reach, earn passive income, and become a valuable partner in the TableTalks community.

Ready to start earning? Log in to your dashboard, set up your Public Link, and start promoting today!