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How event activities can determine staffing costs
Event activities can determine staff and associated costs

Wave Staffing Editor
Aug 262 min read


The X factor for brand promotions
Why Brand Promotions Need More Than One Attempt Brand promotions can be powerful tools for attracting attention, increasing sales and strengthening relationships with customers. However, a single promotion can rarely deliver the complete solution. Even the most carefully planned campaign may only reach part of the intended audience, generate limited engagement or reveal valuable insights that were not visible before launch. Successful brand promotion is not about creating one

Chris Jones
Aug 127 min read


The questions we ask you when providing staff for your next event
The questions we ask you when providing staff for your next event

Wave Staffing Editor
Aug 52 min read


Why event safety planning must come before the unexpected!
When people attend an event, they expect a smooth, enjoyable experience. What they do not see is the careful planning that should sit behind the scenes to protect guests, staff, and venues if something goes wrong. The most effective event teams are not the ones that react well under pressure alone, but the ones that have already thought through likely risks before the first guest arrives. Understanding Incidents and Accidents At events, an incident is any unplanned situation

Chris Jones
Aug 43 min read


Keeping cool in the heat at events
Here are 10 practical ways event staff can stay cool and safe in hot weather, tailored to outdoor and indoor events in Oxfordshire and the Cotswolds: 1. Hydrate aggressively and regularly Drink cool (10–15°C) water every 15–20 minutes, even if you don’t feel thirsty. Keep freezers full of plastic bottles of water, and place coolers with drinks at volunteer and staff stations in shaded areas. Add sports drinks or electrolyte solutions to replace salts lost through sweating, es

Chris Jones
Jul 63 min read


It's all about the Team ...no not the world cup!
At Wave Staffing, we believe that great service is never the result of one individual—it is the outcome of a well-prepared team supported by strong processes. In the events and hospitality world, it can be easy to single out an individual when something goes wrong. A missed detail, a delayed service moment, or a communication breakdown can quickly be attributed to “human error.” But in reality, consistently high-performing teams are not built on flawless individuals—they are

Chris Jones
Jun 152 min read


The little things matter and can elevate an event.
Little things matter and can elevate an event!

Wave Staffing Editor
Jun 102 min read


Event organisers v Event attendees
Event Organisers v Event attendees and how good events staff can help

Wave Staffing Editor
Jun 103 min read


Wave Staffing - Case study 2026
Wave Staffing - Case study 2026

Wave Staffing Editor
May 182 min read


What the 2026 wedding market means for Wave Staffing
Weddings in 2026

Wave Staffing Editor
Apr 133 min read


Why commissioned Wave Staff outperform volunteers at all events
Why commissioned Wave Staff outperform volunteers at all events

Wave Staffing Editor
Mar 315 min read


Great you saved money.....But lost the client!
Great you saved budget, but lost the client

Wave Staffing Editor
Mar 192 min read


Why having more than one bar area elevates your event experience
When planning an event, few details influence guest satisfaction more than the quality and efficiency of the bar service. While a single, central bar might seem convenient at first, introducing a second or even third bar area can dramatically improve service flow, atmosphere, and overall guest experience. Here’s why Wave Staffing think multiple bar areas makes for a smart and elegant choice for hosts and event planners. With the caveat that you are having 100+ guests. 1. Redu

Wave Staffing Editor
Mar 192 min read

Wave Staffing Editor
Mar 163 min read


Case study - Brand promotion
Case Study - Brand Promotion

Wave Staffing Editor
Mar 112 min read


Emotions of events
Emotions of events

Wave Staffing Editor
Mar 92 min read


Spring and Summer events are coming!
The top 20 summer events to organise and attend in Oxfordshire & the Cotswolds Spring/Summer in Oxfordshire and the Cotswolds is packed with festivals, outdoor arts, food and drink, and quintessentially English days out. Whether you’re planning a private celebration or looking for the best public events to attend, this guide brings together twenty stand-out ideas. 1. Wilderness Festival, Cornbury park Wilderness is a four‑day celebration of music, food, wellness and arts set

Wave Staffing Editor
Mar 94 min read


Event planning trends that matter in 2026
Event planning trends that matter in 2026

Wave Staffing Editor
Mar 54 min read


Wave checklist for booking venues in Oxfordshire and the Cotswolds
Wave checklist for booking venues in Oxfordshire and the Cotswolds

Wave Staffing Editor
Feb 193 min read


Does the brief of your event match the venue you book?
Does the brief of your event match the venue you book?

Wave Staffing Editor
Feb 193 min read

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