An insight into a morning for PR professional - Brooke Simmons
Tag: Pursuit Communications
Think the closure of News Corp’s Papers local papers doesn’t affect you? Think again!
Last week News Corp announced dramatic changes to their local papers, after what has been called "a comprehensive review of its assets and observed consumers shifting to online news sources" . Over 100 of News Corp’s regional and community titles will no longer produce print editions and instead move to digital-only formats. In addition, 14 titles … Continue reading Think the closure of News Corp’s Papers local papers doesn’t affect you? Think again!
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
Now more than ever we need to communicate
I've blogged in the past about the importance of saying "thank you" and whenever I meet a potential client (or an exisiting one) we discuss the importance of a variety of communications channels to get their message across to the public. In this time of COVID-19, NOW more than ever we need to communicate. Staying … Continue reading Now more than ever we need to communicate
Three things you can do before Christmas
It's little over a month until Christmas Day... You may be thinking, "What else can I do to capitalise on the Christmas rush?", or you may be thinking - "Eeep, I've left it too late, what can I do?" Never fear... we have three easy to achieve activities for you to get some cut-though before … Continue reading Three things you can do before Christmas
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
“Words are free… It’s how you use them that may cost you”
Never have truer words been written. This week's Small Business September offer is for a Blog Ideas Session and quite possibly one of my favourite things to do. Thinking about content for my clients is exciting, it gives me the opportunity to think creatively. "How can I position this message differently, to reach a unique … Continue reading “Words are free… It’s how you use them that may cost you”
Consult with someone who knows
When you're running a business, you want to engage with the best people to get optimum results. We've all heard the saying "You don't ask a mechanic about your water pipes", so why would you engage the services of someone who doesn't understand the PR landscape to help you communicate your message? Pursuit Communications knows … Continue reading Consult with someone who knows
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
Liking the new Instagram changes…
We've all had some time to digest the fact that Instagram has removed likes in what is being called a “test” across seven countries. In case you missed it, no longer will you be able to see how many times an image (that isn't yours) has been liked or viewed that has been posted by … Continue reading Liking the new Instagram changes…