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Thank you for checking out our blog page. Our content is all about the most relevant and pressing issues concerning staffing and recruitment in the membership sector.  You'll also find numerous contributions from guest bloggers here.

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The Top 7 Talent Challenges For Your Membership Organisation In 2026

The Top 7 Talent Challenges For Your Membership Organisation In 2026

People power is the new competitive edge. Isyour membershiporganisation ready? The membership sector is in transition. As member expectations grow, talent...

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UK's Autumn 2025 Budget - How Can Membership Organisations Prepare?

UK's Autumn 2025 Budget - How Can Membership Organisations Prepare?

The Autumn Budget isn’t just about tax and spending – here’s what membership organisations need to prepare for. Whether you’re a trade association,...

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The DMCC Act: What membership organisations need to do

The DMCC Act: What membership organisations need to do

The DMCC Act isn't just for big retailers and tech platforms - here's what membership organisations need to know Whether you’re a professional body, trade...

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Why Learning Is the New Member Loyalty: How Education and Training Drive Member Engagement and Retention

Why Learning Is the New Member Loyalty: How Education and Training Drive Member Engagement and Retention

Why Investing in Education andTraining Talent Is Key to Member Engagement and Retention Across the UK, membership organisations, from professional bodies...

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Why Members Don’t Renew (Even When They Say They Otherwise Love You)

Why Members Don’t Renew (Even When They Say They Otherwise Love You)

What are the quiet drivers behind member churn? Many members don’t actively decide to leave - instead, they slowly fade out of the loop unnoticed. So how...

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The Most Important Marketing Skills for Membership Organisations Going Into 2026

The Most Important Marketing Skills for Membership Organisations Going Into 2026

What do membership organisationsactually need in a marketing team today? Let’s not beat around the bush - membership organisations are under pressure. ...

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From Stability to Sustainability: Why Succession Planning is the Board’s and C-Suite's Most Strategic Tool

From Stability to Sustainability: Why Succession Planning is the Board’s and C-Suite's Most Strategic Tool

Passing the Torch Without Losing the Flame: Succession Planning for Membership CEOs and Boards Leadership change is always going to happen, that’s a...

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Cracking the Code: Top Strategies For Membership Organisations To Tackle The UK Public Affairs Talent Shortage

Cracking the Code: Top Strategies For Membership Organisations To Tackle The UK Public Affairs Talent Shortage

Understanding the UK Public Affairs Talent Shortage: Evidence-Based Strategies for Membership Organisations The UK’s public affairs talent shortage is a...

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The 10 Top Questions Finance Directors in Membership Organisations Get Asked

The 10 Top Questions Finance Directors in Membership Organisations Get Asked

An interview with Tamandra Christmas, Finance & Senior Leadership Specialist at Membership Bespoke. "Boards want clarity, strategy, and reassurance, so...

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How Interims Keep Member Delivery on Track

How Interims Keep Member Delivery on Track

Could a short-term boost help take the pressure off and keep things moving for your members? Find out how interim professionals bring the right skills,...

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Why Membership Events Benefit from Interim Support

Why Membership Events Benefit from Interim Support

Could the right interim be the difference between simply running your next event and making it truly unforgettable for your members? Find out how interim...

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Why Associations Need to Rethink Their EVP in 2025

Why Associations Need to Rethink Their EVP in 2025

Why is a solid EVP so important for associations? A good Employer Value Proposition (EVP) is absolutely essential in 2025. Especially when 83% of job...

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