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The past two weeks have been a complete whirlwind. I was preparing for the end of my time on the Taylor Bennett Foundation PR Training Programme when the world suddenly had to deal with the threats of a pandemic. Cue several online video conference calls and a lot of changing schedules.  However, the chaos ofContinue reading “How Time Flies!”

It is now week 8 for me on the Taylor Bennett Foundation programme, what a time it’s been so far! I have had the opportunity to visit so many agencies, network beyond belief and experienced insight from various industry experts through several masterclasses. To say that the programme has been invaluable, would be an understatement. Continue reading “Diversity in the PR Industry – Where is it?”

For many in the communications industry, the hope is to secure coverage and gain exposure. Whether that is a spread in the Financial Times or an interview on Good Morning Britain, but we can never forget, for all the good times, there are many pitfalls we need to avoid. On the eve of International Women’sContinue reading “Gone with a BANG!”

These past few weeks have been a massive whirlwind, preparing presentations, visits to multiple agencies and many a tube journey. However, if there has been one thing that has been the staple for my time on the Taylor Bennett Foundation Programme, the word that stands out is NETWORKING. My Linkedin connections have risen tenfold. AContinue reading “Welcome to Poppy’s World”

Professionalism, A phrase we always hear, but what does professionalism look like within the PR work environment. This blog will analyse the key attributes required for upcoming entry-level PR practitioners. TIMELY The importance of time management cannot be understated. Whether it is meeting a major deadline or simply arriving on time for a coffee meeting,Continue reading “Putting the Pro in Professional”

The world of public relations provides its habitants with an ever-changing work environment. At a moments notice global news can suddenly break, which can potentially cause massive ripples across the PR spectrum. With the growth of technology and the world being, more well-connected globally than ever before, PR professionals everywhere are seeking continuous, up-to-date insightsContinue reading “20/20 Vision – A world of PR and Comms”

Be yourself; Everyone else is already taken. — Oscar Wilde. This is the first post on my new blog. I’m just getting this new blog going, so stay tuned for more. Subscribe below to get notified when I post new updates.