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PR

Nine essential must-know rules when dealing with the Australian media 

- April 10, 2024 4 MIN READ

  Whether you’re a startup, small business or a large corporation, there are nine essential rules of engagement you must understand when working with the Australian media and securing coverage for your business, writes Kathryn Goater and Anthony Caruana, Co-CEO and Co-Founders of Media-Wize. If you’re not willing to accept all of these, then PR… Read more »

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PR

Can PR really make a difference to your small business or startup? 

- March 12, 2024 3 MIN READ

  The importance of public and media relations for all businesses can sometimes seem nebulous. But a PR program that is well planned, successfully executed, regularly monitored and continuously adjusted can be a powerful enabler of success, writes Anthony Caruana and Kathryn Goater, Co-CEOs and Co-founders, Media-Wize  PR is not a direct sales tool. The… Read more »

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Marketing

From Coke cans to shoes to menus: What’s behind the rise in personalised products?

- March 11, 2024 4 MIN READ

  Customised shoes, personalised drinks and specialised menu offerings. In a world where carbon copies of products are everywhere, retailers have to make their products stand out and provide customers with a unique purchasing experience writes Marian Makkar, senior lecturer in marketing at RMIT. The need to be different is even greater at a time… Read more »

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PR

How social media can be used for crisis communication

- March 1, 2024 6 MIN READ

  The digital world has completely altered our expectations. Customers now expect one-tap shopping, instant messaging, and, yes, real-time crisis communication. To help you navigate PR in the digital world, Renowned SEO authority Nick Brogden, Founder of Earned Media, shares his expertise on social media and how to take advantage and control the narrative during… Read more »

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PR

How to make a newsworthy business story

- February 20, 2024 3 MIN READ

  For small businesses and startups trying to secure media coverage, it is important to understand what is newsworthy. But the answer will depend on the journalist, target media outlet, and the audience. Anthony Caruana and Kathryn Goater, Co-CEOs and Co-founders of Media-Wize share how to be certain your pitch hits its target. Creating a… Read more »

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Social Media

Make ’em laugh: Why humour is a top social media trend

- February 20, 2024 2 MIN READ

  Humour is the most attractive and attention-grabbing content on social media in 2024. From building positive associations to creating memorable and shareable content, humour gives brands a pathway to humanise their content explains social media expert Amani Youssef. Humour has the power to capture the attention of social media users amidst the vast amount… Read more »

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Social Media

Unlock the magic of social media videos: A business’s guide to captivating content 

- February 19, 2024 2 MIN READ

  Why aren’t you using video for your socials? I’ve heard all the excuses. You’ve got a face only your mother could love. You’re time poor. You don’t have professional equipment. Editing is time-consuming. Everyone has an excuse but did you know videos are like super glue for your audience’s memory, asks social media expert… Read more »