As a PR professional, have you ever taken a moment to reflect on what clients genuinely want from a PR agency? In September, I had … Read More
Building trust and influence: Decoding thought leadership content
These days, influence is everything. While news articles and press releases provide valuable information, thought leadership takes content to an entirely new level. It’s like … Read More
Your eGuide to mastering thought leadership, influence and impact
Thought leadership has emerged as a powerful differentiator for professionals aiming to make their mark and drive meaningful change. For executives, entrepreneurs, and industry experts … Read More
How to enhance your B2B content marketing strategy
Content marketing isn’t new. But the challenge is how to come up with original ideas, creative editorial and strong insight. The answer – market research. … Read More
How to build your LinkedIn executive profile
Presumably, you have a LinkedIn account. As of 2023, the number of LinkedIn users exceeds 900 million, distributed across 200 countries and regions worldwide. Consequently, … Read More
Celebrating 20 years of exceptional B2B and B2C tech PR services
Red Ribbon Communications, a PR agency that specialises in B2B and B2C tech, is proudly celebrating its 20th anniversary. The company, founded in 2003 by … Read More
Giving back: How Red Ribbon helped a young South African graduate break into PR
Last year the team at Red Ribbon Communications embarked on a philanthropic endeavour by providing practical guidance and support to a deserving young South African … Read More
Media relations in South Africa: 5 powerful strategies for brand success
Building effective media relations is crucial for any brand looking to make its mark in South Africa’s dynamic business landscape. Whether you’re a multinational entering … Read More
ChatGPT: A friend or foe to the PR industry?
There’s a new AI chatbot in town: ChatGPT. And even if you’re not into artificial intelligence, you’d better pay attention. This bot has the ability … Read More
How to successfully launch your B2B tech company in South Africa
When it comes to launching a B2B tech company in South Africa, there are a few key things you need to keep in mind in … Read More
LinkedIn: Putting a social spin on business
LinkedIn was launched as a business platform – the “go-to” site for recruitment and networking. There was very little social activity, and, as Marius Greef, … Read More
Leading with empathy post-pandemic
In the wake of the pandemic, leading with empathy and compassion have become central focus areas for employees and businesses alike. The adverse effects of … Read More
How social media is changing Public Relations
As it grows in reach and influence, social media continues to have a profound effect on public relations (PR). Not only does this create new … Read More
Emerging trends in Public Relations
The world we live in is changing. The way we did things yesterday is not the way we will do them next year – and … Read More
Digital technologies for sustainable futures and organisational purpose
At the recent World Economic Forum (WEF) in Davos, global leaders and public figures met to discuss government policies and business strategies. Under the theme … Read More
Should I pause my media relations in December?
In South Africa, December is summer holiday time and a quiet business month. So you would reason communications are not really necessary, right? Wrong. The … Read More
Why you need to work on your personal brand right now
If the Covid-19 pandemic has taught us anything, it is that no job offers guaranteed security, and that the ability to evolve quickly is what … Read More
Post-pandemic leadership challenges in South Africa
With the slow roll-out of the South African vaccination programme, it’s unlikely that working conditions will revert to their pre-pandemic state soon. Business leaders must … Read More
POPIA and corporate communications
The deadline for compliance with the Protection of Personal Information Act (POPIA) comes into effect on the 1st of July 2021. Communications professionals are now … Read More
B2B PR and marketing in Africa
The technology landscape in Africa is changing rapidly and the same can be said for the media landscape. Resulting from this, is a mounting need … Read More




















