Empowering Neurodiversity in hospitality
Hospitality attracts unique people with an amazing and varied skillset — those who are individual thinkers, organisers, problem solvers and those who just enjoy the fast-paced people-focused environment where every day is different. Understanding how individuals on your team think, not only helps you to understand their needs and support them better, but it also […]
5 Signs You Need a Work-Life Balance Makeover
Working in hospitality is a bit like living on a rollercoaster. One minute you’re chatting with regulars and pouring the perfect pint, the next you’re running on two hours’ sleep and wondering when you last ate something that wasn’t chips off the pass. The buzz, the banter, the sense of teamwork on a busy Friday […]
Understanding Drink Spiking
Drink spiking is a serious and growing concern — one that affects people in all types of social settings, regardless of age, gender, or background. It’s not always committed with malicious intent, but it always violates the victim’s autonomy and can have devastating physical, emotional, and psychological consequences. Whether you’re out at a bar, attending […]
Burnout Is Real and Here’s How to Beat It
Paddy explains the stages of burnout, what you should do if you become burnt out and his approach to a life-work balance.
How The Licensed Trade Charity Is Saving Lives
Kayleigh talks about how working in hospitality makes us more confident in ourselves, and most importantly, how the Licensed Trade Charity can help Workforce members with their mental health.
Work-Life Balance – Is it Possible?
One of the concerns expressed by many people who are thinking about running a pub is achieving a positive work-life balance. In fact, a popular misconception is that being a pub landlord means saying goodbye to any sense of a work-life balance. Your pub might be open long hours, but you can still have a […]
The Pub Industry’s Quiet Hero
Chris Welham CBII is the Chief Executive Officer of the LTC (Licensed Trade Charity), which supports people and their families who are working, or who have worked, in the licensed hospitality sector. It’s just over one year since Chris Welham CBII stepped into the role of CEO at the LTC. With more than 30 years’ […]
Navigating Shift Work
The hospitality industry is well-known for shift work! And so mastering it is essential. But that isn’t always easy. Irregular hours can pose significant challenges to your health, social life, and overall well-being. This article provides practical tips to help you effectively manage ‘non-traditional’ work hours. Understanding the Impact of Shift Work Shift work can […]
How To Sleep Well
The amount of sleep we need every night is a subject that’s much debated, with eight hours often cited as the gold standard for sleep time. But the truth is how much sleep we need varies from person to person – according to the NHS, adults on average need between seven and nine hours a […]
Moderating Alcohol Consumption Trends
77% of Brits say they are moderating their alcohol intake Over 55yrs olds are LESS likely to be moderating & MORE likely to drink at least once a week ‘To Save Money’ is the no.1 reason Brits moderate, followed by ‘improving my health’ & ‘improving my mental health’ 34% moderate by reducing the no. of […]