If you've decided to DIY your public relations, you'll want to avoid making these three common PR mistakes Mistake 1: Writing a long-winded "media release" We get it, you're passionate about your business, your new service offering or the award you just won. But in this instance, the saying, "less is more" is something you … Continue reading Avoid these PR mistakes
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My morning routine since the COVID-19 pandemic hit
An insight into a morning for PR professional - Brooke Simmons
COVID media coverage shrinks so what’s the story now?
COVID news media shrinks, so what's the next story for the media?
Instagram Shopping – A new feature
We know you've been able to "shop" via Instagram for a while now, but the ability to set up a shop via Instagram is now available (for those that sell physical goods at least!) There are several boxes you need to tick before you can set up shop, so to speak, including having a linked … Continue reading Instagram Shopping – A new feature
The lessons from 2019
I'm writing this on a Sunday morning leading up to Christmas - thinking about everything this year has taught me. What a teacher of the year 2019 has been for me. 2019 was very much the year of priorities - and the major priority for me this year was my health. I heard a podcast … Continue reading The lessons from 2019
Podcasts: What I’m currently listening to
Whether you're in the car, commuting to work on the train or bus or hitting the gym and need some distraction, Podcasts are a fabulous way to be entertained, informed and educated. Below I've shared my list of my favourite podcasts (in no particular order!) The Squiz - These girls are my WAKE-UP crew. After … Continue reading Podcasts: What I’m currently listening to
Dedication is not a dirty word
So I've had to make a very difficult decision in 2019. This will be the first time in ten years that Pursuit /Central Coast Chronicle won't have an internship program running. Earlier this year, I shortlisted three wonderful candidates, met with them and organised a trial with one. So I was serious (at that stage) … Continue reading Dedication is not a dirty word
Our courses have arrived…
Back in February I said two courses were on the way... well... they were. Now I'm excited to share, that they're here. There's no point mucking around. I've created the course content and I'm ready to share what I know with YOU to make your business PR goals a reality. I won't rehash the summaries … Continue reading Our courses have arrived…
An intern’s perspective
As we look for a new Intern (click here more details about applying!), we've asked Jordyn Rankin our most recent Intern, to reflect on her experience. So Jordyn, what did you expect from your internship & what was the reality of your internship experience? I honestly didn’t know what to expect from interning with … Continue reading An intern’s perspective
Top tips for WHAT TO DO at work Christmas parties
As event organisers, we're in a good position to offer our opinion as to the "do's" and "don'ts" of Christmas party behaviour! It’s been a long year for the business and now it’s time to organise that well deserved Christmas party and celebrate the team's successes. While this is still a celebration, it is still … Continue reading Top tips for WHAT TO DO at work Christmas parties