RO-AR.com Summaries

Podcast ¦ RO-AR.com: Paying Attention to Focus, Engagement and Action

Access the full podcast series here Key Take Aways Attention economics has been misconstrued; attention is not just about looking but also involves cognitive processing. Differentiate between ‘visual attention’ (looking) and ‘cognitive attention’ (understanding and processing). The assumption that people are rational when making decisions is flawed; human behavior is often influenced by emotions and irrationality. Engaging individuals requires a strategic approach to messaging, which should focus on evoking emotional responses rather than merely presenting factual information. Simplifying messages can… Read more

Podcast ¦ Next In Queue: Royale with Cheese featuring Frances Chapireau

Podcast : Next in Queue Search for original: Link Key Takeaways Cultural differences significantly impact customer experience (CX) strategies, particularly between regions such as the US, UK, and Germany. German businesses adhere to rigorous documentation standards, especially in technical contexts, reflecting a culture that values precision and thoroughness. Data protection and privacy are core priorities in Germany, shaped by historical context, influencing customer trust and engagement. Customer trust in Germany is built over time through solid relationships, contrasting with the… Read more

Podcast ¦ Next In Queue: Praise You featuring Brent Pattison

Podcast : Next in Queue Search for original: Link Key Take Aways Effective coaching within contact centres hinges on a consistent model of behaviour-focused reinforcement rather than results alone. Leadership and team success are founded on alignment across organisations, emphasising shared understanding of goals, processes, and incentives. Building trust is fundamental; demonstrating empathy, respect, and understanding individual motivations enhances partnership and engagement. Documentation and note-taking are critical components for follow-up, reinforcing behavioural change and sustaining progress. Leaders should emphasise recognising… Read more

HIGHLIGHTS ¦ DEMSA Newsletter

What you need to know this week Bank Rate maintained at 4% after MPC vote (meeting ending 5 Nov 2025).HM Treasury published the Financial Inclusion Strategy on 5 Nov 2025 with funding and referral-route commitments.Ofgem published Debt Relief Scheme (DRS) proposals (6 Nov 2025) and data showing £4.43bn domestic energy debt to June 2025.Ofgem and suppliers encourage consumers to reclaim c.£240m in closed-account credit; 1.9m closed accounts still hold credit.Money Advice Trust published the 2nd edition of the Help! Support… Read more

KEY THEMES+ ¦ DEMSA Summary

What you need to know this week Bank Rate maintained at 4% after MPC vote (meeting ending 5 Nov 2025).HM Treasury published the Financial Inclusion Strategy on 5 Nov 2025 with funding and referral-route commitments.Ofgem published Debt Relief Scheme (DRS) proposals (6 Nov 2025) and data showing £4.43bn domestic energy debt to June 2025.Ofgem and suppliers encourage consumers to reclaim c.£240m in closed-account credit; 1.9m closed accounts still hold credit.Money Advice Trust published the 2nd edition of the Help! Support… Read more

HIGHLIGHTS ¦ DEMSA Newsletter

What you need to know this week UK Chancellor to deliver second Budget on 26 November 2025.Experian to include rental payments in credit scoring; max score increased to 1,250.£629.3m stolen by fraudsters in H1 2025; fraud cases up 17% year-on-year.Bank of England credit union data shows rising arrears and record loans; membership up to 2.18m.Government to scrap PARV fee from November 2025 to protect vulnerable debtors.FCA complaints rose to 1.85m in H1 2025; current account complaints up 10.2%.FOS received 158,900… Read more