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Your brand is what sets the expectation for the guest experience

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21st November 2019

We share results from our latest survey showing the link between brands and loyalty whilst discussing the impact this has on the guest experience.

Can pubs still be the “social glue” for a community?

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11th November 2019

We speak to the founder of Banwell House, Toby Brett, about what it will take for the pub industry to flourish once again...

Make sure it's you that guests want to stay with

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28th October 2019

Are you prepared for the rise in staycations?

Are you turning Christmas bookings away?

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22nd October 2019

HGEM's Operations and HR Director, Lisa Chambers shares her insight on making it easy for lead bookers, maximising your bookings this Christmas.

Are you remote ready?

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18th October 2019

We share results from our latest survey indicating that there is a new market for remote workers.

The zone of indifference

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25th September 2019

HGEM's Client Relationship Manager, Lauren Gould, discusses the importance of focussing on the zone of indifference.

Restaurant brands: How do you capitalise on your popularity?

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23rd September 2019

We explore how savvy brands are maximising on their popularity.

Top Tips for last minute Christmas wins

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9th September 2019

With the countdown to Christmas now in full swing, what more can you to do ensure your guests receive an unforgettable Christmas party? Discover what our guests suggest with results from our survey.

HGEM mystery dining: Far beyond a free meal

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21st August 2019

We interview one of our long-standing mystery guests and uncover what exactly it means to be an HGEM Mystery Guest.

The rise of unusual dining venues

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14th August 2019

HGEM's Operations and HR Director, Lisa Chambers discusses the rise of quirky dining venues as more guests seek unique experiences.

Hospitality Apprenticeship Week 5-9 August 2019

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5th August 2019

We celebrate Hospitality Apprenticeship Week - the first of its kind as the industry finally becomes a prospective career choice.

Operators must try harder to accommodate diners with allergies

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24th July 2019

HGEM’s Head of Client Success, Jason Horn, talks to us about how operators can better cater to those with allergies – without limiting the menu.

Why the student demographic is so important to the hospitality industry

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15th July 2019

We talk to our new Client Relationship Manager, Ash Sharpe, about how - and why - you should appeal to the student market, based on his experience of doing just that.

Young Brits’ booze-free lifestyles inspiring a new type of bar

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24th May 2019

More and more millenials are going teetotal. With booze free bars popping up across the UK, should all operators adopt a booze free trial?

Mastering the art of upselling

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9th May 2019

HGEM’s Head of Client Success, Jason Horn, discusses upselling techniques and how to avoid being over-attentive.

To tip or not to tip?

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29th April 2019

HGEM’s Founding Director, Sally Whelan discusses the nature of tipping in UK hospitality and what consumers really think about it

‘A table for one, please’ – the rise of the solo diner

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26th April 2019

Our tips for getting it right when it comes to accommodating lone diners as solo dining becomes more popular.

Feeding the tweens

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18th April 2019

HGEM's Operations and HR Director, Lisa Chambers, discusses the challenges of keeping older children happy when dining out and what operators could do to make sure they are made to feel welcome?

Mental Health and Hospitality: Promoting that we care

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15th April 2019

HGEM’s Operations and HR Director, Lisa Chambers discusses what HGEM are doing to promote mental health for its team members and why it’s so important to her personally.

The importance of tailoring the booking experience

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5th April 2019

Personalising the booking process boosts the overall guest experience, we take a look at the benefits for guests and operators.

Guest experience: Don't forget your youngest diners

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22nd March 2019

HGEM's Managing Director, Steven Pike, talks to us about how restaurants can up their kid-friendly game and reap the rewards.