In Studio6 by Neville Hobson, my new online presence on Ghost, I’ll be writing, exploring, and sharing insights on communication, technology, the rapidly changing digital landscape, and the shifting priorities of work and life. For over 18 years, I published at NevilleHobson.com, a WordPress site that has now

It’s a habit as natural as breathing. Whether speaking to a person, a chatbot, or a voice assistant, I instinctively say or type, "Thank you." It’s not something I think about – it just happens. But does it really matter? I've learned that I’m

For years, search engine optimisation (SEO) was a key consideration in my approach to blogging. Like many people, I optimised WordPress with metadata, lightweight themes, and SEO plugins. But as I transition from self-hosted WordPress to hosted Ghost, I find myself questioning how much SEO really matters to me now.

The public relations industry is undergoing a fundamental shift, driven by the rapid rise of AI-powered tools that automate and accelerate many core functions of agency work. In our recent FIR Interviews podcast, Steve Rubel – a pioneer in digital communication – shared his perspective on how AI is challenging traditional agency

There was a time when blogging tools weren’t just about writing in a web browser. Fifteen years ago, the landscape of third-party blog editors was full of promise. Programs like Ecto, BlogJet, Qumana, and BlogDesk gave bloggers using the Windows operating system the freedom to write offline, refine their

Over the past few months, I’ve been on a journey to transition my blog from self-hosted WordPress, where it has lived for nearly two decades, to hosted Ghost Pro, a platform designed for a more streamlined, distraction-free writing and publishing experience. With the launch of my new site, Studio6,

In early January, Facebook founder Mark Zuckerberg announced a major shift in Meta’s content moderation policy, starting in the United States with significantly scaling back efforts to combat misinformation and harmful content. At the time, I said this decision raises profound concerns about the direction of social platforms. It

In 2020, I bought a Toyota Corolla Excel self-charging hybrid hatchback – known today as a hybrid electric vehicle (HEV) – and it has been a delight to drive. The welcome attributes of this car, such as exceptional fuel economy, low emissions, and Toyota’s renowned reliability, have made it an easy