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Paul Baker @museumsthinking.bsky.social · May 28

Attracting loyal visitors is challenging. 'The Brand Dilemma: Visitor Attraction or Alienation?' explores how brands impact visitor perceptions and experiences. www.museumsthinkingdifferently.com/post/the-bra...
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The Brand Dilemma: Museum Visitor Attraction or Alienation?

We live in an age where brands permeate every aspect of our lives. Brand loyalty and values are deeply embedded in our choices—often subconsciously. Brand development is now a finely honed art, and mu...

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Paul Baker @museumsthinking.bsky.social · Apr 24

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Paul Baker @museumsthinking.bsky.social · Apr 24

Good governance requires strategic thinking and foresight, much like a game of chess. In my latest blog we delve into the strategies that make for effective governance. Discover more about these pivotal moves:
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Strategic Moves: Why Good Governance is a Game of Chess

Good governance is about more than just passion and commitment. I’ve had the privilege of working with many museum Boards made up of people who care deeply about their organisations, but lasting succe...

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Paul Baker @museumsthinking.bsky.social · Mar 31

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Paul Baker @museumsthinking.bsky.social · Mar 31

Transform your museum's commercial offer. Discover how a strong offer strengthens your audience engagement, marketing and revenue. Explore my insights on enhancing visitor engagement beyond the exhibits. www.museumsthinkingdifferently.com/post/how-can... #museumshop #museumcafe

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Paul Baker @museumsthinking.bsky.social · Mar 11

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Paul Baker @museumsthinking.bsky.social · Mar 11

The cultural sector is evolving, and my latest blog discusses how diverse workforces are contributing to the success of cultural organisations. Discover the benefits and insights here:
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Are Museums a natural home for the neurodiverse employee?

Today's Museums Thinking Differently blog is going to venture into new territory. How familiar are you with neurodiversity? Much of what I’ve read in the context of the cultural sector concerns our d...

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Paul Baker @museumsthinking.bsky.social · Feb 25

Today I uploaded my 25th blog. I have another 10 ready to post and the same in development. I appreciate you taking time to read them. It feels like a milestone of sort. www.museumsthinkingdifferently.com/blog @museumsassociation.org @museumsandheritage.com

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Paul Baker @museumsthinking.bsky.social · Feb 24

Enhancing visitor engagement is key in the heritage sector. My blog considers the role of music in creating immersive experiences. Read here: www.museumsthinkingdifferently.com/post/how-doe... @museumsassociation.org @museumsandheritage.com @musdevnorth.bsky.social @artscouncilengland.bsky.social

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Paul Baker @museumsthinking.bsky.social · Feb 19

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Paul Baker @museumsthinking.bsky.social · Feb 19

Is your museum still on X (Twitter)? Check out my blog post - Recently updated: www.museumsthinkingdifferently.com/post/are-you...

Is your museum still on X (Twitter)?

I read a post on LinkedIn recently by We The Curious in Bristol, about them choosing to ‘not be active’ on X (Twitter). I’ve also been listening with interest to podcasts such as The News Agents as th...

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Paul Baker @museumsthinking.bsky.social · Feb 9

Fear of Admission Charges is more than a financial issue; it’s a community issue. Explore my blog:
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The Fear of Admission Charges

Instinctively I know I will alienate many of my friends in the sector with this blog. In some ways I feel it is no longer about whether you are for or against but rather, what role (if any), might adm...

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Paul Baker @museumsthinking.bsky.social · Feb 1

Some museums are often overlooked. Let's celebrate museums rarely championed. Latest blog:

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Shhh!, this blog is about, Museums we don’t speak of…

Keep this to yourself. There are museums out in the wild which no one mentions. When we discuss how museums have adapted to the application of new technology, we are not including most of these instit...

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Paul Baker @museumsthinking.bsky.social · Jan 25

Can museums adapt as spaces for visitors to embrace dance & movement. Read more: www.museumsthinkingdifferently.com/post/let-s-d... #museums #dance @museumsassociation.org @museumsandheritage.com @musdevnorth.bsky.social @themerl.bsky.social @artscouncilengland.bsky.social @museumnext.com

‘Let’s Dance’: How to get your visitors moving in museums!

I’ve only ever lived in the UK, and here we have a specific culture which permeates into the way we behave, think, and move when in public. Culturally and emotionally, we are a nation which adores mus...

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Paul Baker @museumsthinking.bsky.social · Jan 22

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Paul Baker @museumsthinking.bsky.social · Jan 22

The museum I was expecting to work with over the next year are now unable to provide me with employment. See my Linkedin page for details and how I may be able to support your ambitions. Lets talk about your budget and how I might be able to help. www.linkedin.com/posts/paulba...

Paul Baker on LinkedIn: How can I help? My availability has drastically changed, and I hope this…

How can I help? My availability has drastically changed, and I hope this will mean there’s an opportunity for us to work together. I had expected to begin…

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Paul Baker @museumsthinking.bsky.social · Jan 22

Museum leadership is a priority. My blog shares insights from my leadership retreat. www.museumsthinkingdifferently.com/post/why-sho... #leadership #museums @museumsassociation.org @artscouncilengland.bsky.social @musdevnorth.bsky.social @museumsandheritage.com @museumnext.com @themerl.bsky.social

Why should I be investing in Museum Leadership?

It’s that time of year again when I begin thinking about attending my annual leadership retreat. I refer to it as ‘my retreat’ as an indicator of how engrained it is in my life rather than any suggest...

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Paul Baker @museumsthinking.bsky.social · Jan 19

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Paul Baker @museumsthinking.bsky.social · Jan 19

Are you intrigued by the current closures of museums? Please consider following my facebook page Save Our Museums (UK) where I share media stories relating to museum cuts and closure. www.facebook.com/SaveOurMuseu...

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