Monthly Archives: October 2015

Moving away from darkness

Posted on October 31, 2015 by amandacomms1

This is the final of my mammoth blogtober challenge. Tonight being Halloween I have been wondering why we delight in the horror and darker side of life. Do we really want to be in that place all the time or … Continue reading →

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10 reasons I love my job

Posted on October 30, 2015 by amandacomms1

As I am reaching the end of blogtober, I am going to indulge myself a little in the final blogs. So today I have been reflecting on how lucky I am to be doing a job I love, but also … Continue reading →

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Drowning in data

Posted on October 29, 2015 by amandacomms1

A lot of organisations are on social media and are sharing significant amounts of content every day. For communicators using the new technology there is a lot of discussion about making sure the use is being evaluated. With most organisations … Continue reading →

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Is PR just about fluffy stuff?

Posted on October 29, 2015 by amandacomms1

I was asked a question recently about whether PR can lose its ‘fluffy’ reputation. The reputation I think it refers to is that it is all about softer communication focused around making bosses feel warm and fuzzy about the organisations … Continue reading →

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Recognising everyday bravery

Posted on October 27, 2015 by amandacomms1

Today I have only one thing that I feel it is appropriate to write about. This is a day to spare a thought for all those people working in emergency services who put themselves into dangerous situations. They do it … Continue reading →

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Finding the communication stars on our doorstep

Posted on October 26, 2015 by amandacomms1

It was another interesting day at work and this time it was our first major use of Periscope as part of communication activity. I have always said that it should only be used when there is a real reason to … Continue reading →

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A positive way to judge

Posted on October 25, 2015 by amandacomms1

Not many people like to be judged. It has quite a negative connotation the thought of judging people. I have just finished a weekend where I was judging horses and riders against the criteria set by the official body of … Continue reading →

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Over the boundary

Posted on October 24, 2015 by amandacomms1

I listened to a fascinating documentary today on Radio 4. That probably is a sign of my age but I am not fighting the urge to turn on Radio 4. The programme was charting the life of W.G. Grace as … Continue reading →

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Two endings and some beginnings

Posted on October 23, 2015 by amandacomms1

It was a day of endings. Two people I have worked with for a number of years left work to start a new phase of their lives. Although it was sad that they were leaving it was also a great … Continue reading →

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Five years on social media

Posted on October 22, 2015 by amandacomms1

I had the opportunity to take part in some police press officer training today discussing the use of social media. It was a chance to reflect on the past five years and what it has brought. Things are very different … Continue reading →

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