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Why good photography matters in PR

Why good photography matters in PR

We all know the saying, a picture speaks a thousand words, but in PR, a great image can be worth standout media coverage and social media engagement. Whether you’re launching a product or service, announcing a partnership or pitching a human-interest story, strong photography and compelling visuals can make or break your campaign’s visibility. Here’s what makes imagery truly effective in PR and how to ensure yours hits the mark.

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What makes a good spokesperson?

What makes a good spokesperson?

In the world of public relations (PR), you sometimes need to rely on a strong spokesperson to help make your news story fly. In fact, it can make such a impact that it can sometimes mean the difference between whether a journalist runs your story or not, and where the story might be positioned.

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Five tips to get creative

Five tips to get creative

Let’s be honest, we’ve all been there. You’ve been asked to present some new creative ideas to the boss, client or colleagues, and you’ve got nothing. Zero, nada, diddly squat!

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Should you pay for press coverage?

Should you pay for press coverage?

So here’s a question we get asked a lot. Should I pay for press coverage?

We’re in an age where advertorials, sponsored content, and influencer collaborations are part of the norm, so here’s some advice on how you can navigate this conundrum.

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Why SEO and PR should be friends

Why SEO and PR should be friends

There’s a saying that you can never have too many friends, and we wholeheartedly believe that. When it comes to building your business community then the more the merrier too as it can take a village to make a business successful.

In the case of public relations (PR) and search engine optimisation (SEO), we believe they should definitely be friends and not sit in separate friendship groups. Here’s why.

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Should you use national awareness events to gain media coverage?

Should you use national awareness events to gain media coverage?

These days there seems to be an awareness day, week, or month for pretty much everything. Heard about World Nutella Day? Or National Drink Wine Day?

Now we’re the first to admit, some public relations (PR) agencies or consultants may have created some of these in the first place ultimately for their client’s gain. But other events really are genuinely worthwhile and a great opportunity to shine a spotlight on a vital cause.

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Why PR professionals are not spin doctors

Why PR professionals are not spin doctors

Yes, we’ve heard it all before – public relations (PR) people are spin doctors! They never tell the truth in order to get their clients out of awkward situations. The term “spin doctor” has been written many times in press articles, sometimes in reference to the PR adviser role governments may have, and often carries a negative connotation.

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