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
Brands2Life Global Network supports Tree-Nation
14 agencies worldwide commit to support the reforestation platform, on a pro-bono basis, to raise awareness of the threat of deforestation. Tree-Nation, the worldwide platform … Read More
LinkedIn lead generation: 5 tips to improve
LinkedIn lead generation can be a true game changer for business-to-business companies. The platform is built for business networking, which means it is uniquely suited … Read More
The do’s and don’ts of technology public relations
As an established technology public relations company, what we do at Red Ribbon Communications is simultaneously very simple, and fairly complex. We connect brands with audiences. The … Read More
PR agencies and demand generation
Demand generation is, fundamentally, the process of creating a pipeline. PR agencies are more involved in this process than you might think. PR efforts must … Read More
4 Digital transformation communication strategies for your business
If you’re running a business, digital transformation should be on your mind. Not only has the digital world made many shifts in recent years, but … Read More
The essence of Red Ribbon
I once had a conversation with a client in the UK about their decision to change agencies in one of their regions. Her reasons didn’t … Read More
The role of PR in lead generation
With an economy that is consistently unpredictable, businesses are increasingly looking to see real and measurable results from their marketing efforts. In light of this … Read More
6 Tips for guaranteed press coverage
Press coverage is extremely important. Any business owner would love to have their organisation mentioned in the media. For this reason, many employ Public Relations … Read More
Is your business ready for a PR project?
There is no question that brands can benefit from great media publicity, but before you embark on this journey, you should ask yourself the critical … Read More
Amplify your impact in Africa: 3 Tips in PR
In recent years, many businesses have become aware of the value of doing business in Africa. Yet, it seems that some have struggled to really … Read More