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Pub Technology Solutions: 2026 Guide

Think back to a pub from a few decades ago. The till was a clunky, mechanical beast, food orders were handwritten on paper...

Shaun McManus
September 10, 2025

Beyond the Pay Packet: A Landlord’s Guide on How

It’s a familiar scene: a quiet Tuesday night, a half-empty bar, and a team going through the motions. The service is...

Shaun McManus
September 10, 2025

Come As You Are: How to Build a Pub

Walk into any successful pub on a Friday night, and you'll see a complex ecosystem in action. Behind the bar, a mix of...

Shaun McManus
September 10, 2025

More Than Pulling Pints: How a Personal Development Plan

You're a master of your domain. You can change a barrel in minutes, manage a chaotic Friday night crowd with ease, and know...

Shaun McManus
September 10, 2025

5 Pub Loyalty Schemes That Boost Revenue 2026

Selling one pint is easy.Winning a punter for life? That’s survival. In 2025, the pubs that win aren’t just the ones...

Shaun McManus
September 10, 2025

Why ChatGPT Fails Pub Marketing + My Real Solution

Every landlord has heard the hype.“AI will write your posts for you. AI will save you hours. AI will make you viral.”...

Shaun McManus
September 9, 2025

Facebook & Instagram Ads for Pubs

If your Facebook ad is just: “Quiz Night Tuesday 7pm” with a blurry pint photo… …you might as well be pouring your...

Shaun McManus
September 9, 2025

The Pub Marketing Playbook 2026: 20 Campaigns That

Most pubs don’t lose trade to rivals. They lose it to silence online. In 2025, your pub is competing not just with the...

Shaun McManus
September 8, 2025

Implementing Change in Pubs: Step-by-Step for Landlords

Pub managers and landlords never run out of ideas. From adding a Sunday brunch menu to rolling out a new rota app or...

Shaun McManus
September 8, 2025

Barriers to Change in Hospitality (and How to Beat Them)

Pubs are built on routine. Staff know where the glasses go, regulars know their favourite seat, and suppliers deliver on...

Shaun McManus
September 8, 2025

Pub Stakeholder Mapping: 5-Step Communication Plan

In pubs, change never happens in isolation. Switch the menu, and chefs, bar staff, and suppliers feel the impact. Start a...

Shaun McManus
September 8, 2025

Negotiation & Consultation in a Pub

Every pint pulled, every plate served, and every shift covered in a pub is the result of negotiation. From supplier...

Shaun McManus
September 8, 2025

Change Management for Pubs: The Complete Field Guide

Running a pub isn’t just about keeping the beer cold and the punters happy. It’s about steering a team, balancing...

Shaun McManus
September 8, 2025

Chris Do’s Branding Lessons for Pubs

Chris Do is one of the most influential voices in modern branding and design. Founder of The Futur, an education platform...

Shaun McManus
September 3, 2025

From Quiet Monday to Viral Monday: Filling Dead Days with

Most landlords write Mondays off: slow trade, empty tables, bored staff. But Gary Vee’s philosophy flips that thinking....

Shaun McManus
September 3, 2025

Pub TikTok Hacks – Gary Vee’s Playbook for Going Viral

Gary Vee has been saying for years: “TikTok is the most underpriced attention in the world.” Most pubs still don’t...

Shaun McManus
September 3, 2025

Context Over Content: Why Pubs Must Post Differently

Gary Vee says it often: “Content is important. But context is king.” For pubs, this means the same pint, quiz, or disco...

Shaun McManus
September 3, 2025

Why Consistency Beats Creativity in Pub Marketing

Gary Vee says it best: “Perfect is the enemy of done.” Most pub landlords wait for the “perfect idea” before...

Shaun McManus
September 3, 2025

The Pub Landlord as a Brand – Why People Buy From People

Gary Vee says: “The personal brand is the business.” For pubs, this couldn’t be truer. Customers don’t just buy...

Shaun McManus
September 3, 2025

Speed Wins – Pub Marketing in Real Time (Gary Vee Style)

Gary Vee says it all the time: “The quicker you react, the better you do.” In 2025, speed is the hidden edge in pub...

Shaun McManus
September 3, 2025

Empathy = Currency – Listening to Customers the Gary Vee Way

Gary Vee says: “The number one skill in business is empathy.” For pubs, that means listening harder than you talk....

Shaun McManus
September 3, 2025

Evergreen & Throwbacks – Keeping Pub Feeds Alive Without

Gary Vee says: “Content has no expiration if it brings value.” For pubs, that means your feed should never go silent....

Shaun McManus
September 3, 2025

Pub to Media Empire: 7 Gary Vee Steps for UK Pubs

Gary Vee has been repeating it for a decade: “Every business is a media company.” In 2025, that includes pubs. You’re...

Shaun McManus
September 3, 2025

Alex Hormozi’s $100M Offers for Pubs and Restaurants in 2026

Alex Hormozi made his name by helping struggling gyms grow into thriving businesses. His book $100M Offers has since become...

Shaun McManus
September 3, 2025

Managed Pubs in 2026: Digital Marketing Guide

A managed pub is one that’s run directly by a brewery or pub company, not by an independent landlord or tenant. The pub...

Shaun McManus
September 3, 2025

Star Pubs & Bars Review 2026: 7 Key Insights

Last updated: June 2026. Disclosure: Some links in this article are affiliate links. If you purchase through them,...

Shaun McManus
September 2, 2025

Greene King Review 2026: 7 Key Facts for Landlords

When people think of British pubs, Greene King is usually one of the first names that comes to mind. With roots stretching...

Shaun McManus
September 2, 2025

Admiral Taverns Review 2026: Why Landlords Rate Them #1

Last updated: June 2026. In an industry dominated by corporate giants, Admiral Taverns has carved out a reputation as the...

Shaun McManus
September 2, 2025

Stonegate’s £455M Debt Crisis: What Tied Tenants Need to Know (2026)

Last updated: June 2026. Stonegate's debt restructuring has moved fast in 2026. Private equity firm Terra Firma Capital is...

Shaun McManus
September 2, 2025

How Much Does It Cost to Run a Pub in 2026? The Complete Guide

Running a pub has always been part business, part gamble, and part community service. But in 2025, with energy prices...

Shaun McManus
September 2, 2025

UK Pub Landlord Guide: 7 Keys to Success in 2026

The British pub isn’t just a place to grab a pint. It’s where Shakespeare allegedly wet his whistle, where Churchill...

Shaun McManus
September 2, 2025

From 5 Words to Full Pubs

How AI Trained on the World’s Best Marketers is Revolutionising Pub Marketing Say 5 words. Fill your pub. It’s a bold...

Shaun McManus
August 31, 2025

Pub Marketing Funnels: 5 Secrets to Keep Customers

Russell Brunson is the man who made sales funnels mainstream. His company ClickFunnels exploded past $100M by teaching...

Shaun McManus
August 28, 2025

Why Storytelling Works Better Than Discounts in Pub

For decades, pubs and restaurants leaned on the same promotional trick: slash the price and hope people show up....

Shaun McManus
August 26, 2025

Headlines That Sell Beer: What Ogilvy Can Teach Pub

David Ogilvy, the advertising legend often called the “Father of Advertising,” once wrote: “On average, five times as...

Shaun McManus
August 26, 2025

7 Psychology Tricks That Drive Pub Customers

Every pint poured starts with a decision: someone choosing your pub over another option. But what drives that decision?...

Shaun McManus
August 26, 2025

How to Make Your Pub Outperform Competitors 2026

The pub trade has always been competitive. Whether you’re in a city centre with dozens of bars or a quiet village with...

Shaun McManus
August 24, 2025

5 Reasons Pub Loyalty Schemes Fail + Proven Fix

Pubs have always relied on regulars — the friendly faces who return week after week, rain or shine. But in 2025, customer...

Shaun McManus
August 24, 2025

Facebook Marketing for Pubs: 2026 Strategy Guide

If you run a pub in 2025, Facebook is still your most powerful marketing tool. Despite the rise of TikTok and Instagram,...

Shaun McManus
August 24, 2025

7 Hidden Pub Costs & How to Cut Them

Running a pub is more than pulling pints and keeping the tills ringing. In 2025, with costs rising across the board, even...

Shaun McManus
August 24, 2025

Social Proof Is the New Word of Mouth for Pubs

Word of mouth has always been the lifeblood of pubs. A mate saying “let’s meet there” is more powerful than any ad....

Shaun McManus
August 23, 2025

Micro-Influencers & Ambassadors: Gary Vee’s Secret for

When most people hear “influencer marketing,” they imagine celebrities charging thousands for a single Instagram post....

Shaun McManus
August 23, 2025

The $1.80 Strategy for Pubs: Winning Local Feeds Daily

Most pubs think social media is about broadcasting: post a photo, shout about an event, hope people show up. The problem?...

Shaun McManus
August 23, 2025

Why Authentic Content Beats Ads: 5 Pub Marketing Tips

Most pubs think marketing means glossy posters, staged food shots, and paid ads. But in 2025, customers don’t trust...

Shaun McManus
August 23, 2025

Gary Vee’s Pub Marketing: 5 Social Media Tips That Work

Most pubs post the same kind of content: “Quiz tonight,” “2-for-1 Happy Hour,” “Book now for Sunday lunch.”...

Shaun McManus
August 23, 2025

The Content Pyramid: Turning One Pub Event Into

Most pub landlords say the same thing about social media: “I don’t have time to post every day.” The truth is, you...

Shaun McManus
August 23, 2025

Gary Vee’s 2026 Pub Social Media Playbook

When most people think about marketing a pub or restaurant, they imagine glossy adverts, staged photos of food, or the...

Shaun McManus
August 23, 2025

Pub Events That Actually Work in 2026

Traditional quizzes are good, but themed quizzes pack out venues. From Harry Potter to 90s Music or even Love Island, they...

Shaun McManus
August 23, 2025

The Ultimate Pub Marketing Guide 2026: How to Fill Your Pub and Win Loyal Customers

The pub trade has always been the beating heart of British communities. Whether it’s the cosy village local, the city...

Shaun McManus
August 23, 2025

Building Inclusive and High-Performing Pub Teams

Running a pub in 2025 is about more than pouring pints and booking DJs. Landlords face rising costs, fierce competition,...

Shaun McManus
August 22, 2025

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