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Back To School: Why September Is PR’s Secret Weapon

Back to School: Why September is PR’s Secret Weapon Remember those bold plans you scribbled down back in January? The “this is the year we finally…” lists? Fast-forward through the spring rush, Easter chaos, and a summer that seemed to vanish faster than a British heatwave – and suddenly it’s September. The kids are back …

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As If By Magic – The Three Hats You Need In Business

This weekend, we said goodbye to Ray Brooks – The voice of Mr Benn. And if you’ve no idea who that is, congratulations… you’re probably younger than me (47) and your knees still work properly when you stand up. For the rest of us… ahhh. Saturday mornings, early ’70s/’80s telly, when children’s TV wasn’t a …

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Paper Walls & PR Myths: What Steven Bartlett Taught Me About Pushing Boundaries

Last week, I was at an Entrepreneurs Circle event hosted by Nigel Botterill, where the one and only Steven Bartlett took to the stage. Now, Steven’s not short of soundbites – but this one stopped me mid-scribble: “Most of the barriers we face in business are paper walls. They look solid, but they’re not.” It’s a powerful metaphor. He …

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You’re Evian a Laugh?! What Happens When Brand Promises Dry Up On The World’s Biggest Stage

Wimbledon 2025. 31 degrees. Packed Centre Court.And the official hydration partner… ran out of water bottles. Evian’s big eco moment – sleek reusable bottles, stylish refill stations, planet-friendly vibes – turned sweaty and sour when the refill scheme couldn’t meet demand during the hottest tournament on record. The twist?Those same bottles are now selling for …

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"Red newspaper stand with the headline 'GREG ON HOLIDAY - PR MACHINE STILL RUNNING' and subheading 'Marketing from a sun lounger, because stories don't sleep. - holiday press releases

Why Holiday Press Releases Kill Your Stories

Clearing your desk before holidays kills stories. I see this every summer. Business owners frantically sending press releases on Friday afternoon, then disappearing to the Costa del Sol for two weeks. Here’s what actually happens next. Monday morning arrives. A journalist reads your press release over coffee. They’re interested. The story has legs. They pick …

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