Communicator, writer, blogger from the beginning, and podcaster shortly after that.
Public Relations
Traditional PR is under fire again. From "go direct" strategies to "perception warfare," communicators face a new reality: adapt, lead narratives, or be left behind. A reflection on the shifting ground in PR and reputation management.
Communication
During my early-morning catch-up with LinkedIn, I saw a striking image Zora Artis shared that stopped me mid-scroll. It was a stylised exchange with ChatGPT answering the question: "What is a warning you'd like to share with all humans?" The reply: "Don't outsource
Marketing
Gartner predicts a marketing future shaped by AI assistants and machine-targeted content. As human attention shifts and algorithms take the lead, marketers must design for both people and machines. Are you ready for what’s coming?
Artificial Intelligence
ChatGPT’s new memory feature changes how we interact with AI. For communicators, it raises urgent questions about personalisation, privacy, and trust. This post explores the implications for our work, our organisations, and the future of digital engagement.
Artificial Intelligence
A personal reflection on how generative AI is evolving – from a productivity tool to a source of support, clarity, and purpose. Inspired by new HBR research and my own journey to rebalance work and life.
Communication
English may be a shared language between the UK and US, but differences in spelling, usage and pronunciation are growing – especially with global influence. Are we heading toward a homogenised 'International English'?
Artificial Intelligence
Creating an AI-generated action figure is a fun experiment in prompting, iteration, and creativity. It shows what’s possible with generative AI while also raising important questions about originality, IP, and environmental impact.
Media
Quartz launched in 2012 with a visionary approach to digital-first business journalism. Twelve years later, its obituary was published. This post reflects on Quartz’s rise, innovations, and the missteps that led to its decline – from editorial ambition to AI-generated content.
Asides
The story of Dunster Castle spans nearly 1,000 years, from Norman fort to Victorian country house. I explore the castle’s rich history and share highlights from our visit to this remarkable Somerset landmark.
Podcasting
What happens when AI turns a blog post into a podcast? An experiment with Google’s Notebook LM created an AI-generated, surprisingly natural, audio conversation based on one of my posts. This post explores how it worked, and why AI audio could become a powerful companion to human-hosted content.
Social Media
An article in Creative Boom caught my attention with a headline that seemed almost perfectly crafted for social media outrage or bemusement: a UK town introduces a ‘Creative Tax’ on freelancers working from local cafés. The story had it all – remote work tensions, quirky local government overreach, and a clear
Studio6
I used WordPress for nearly 20 years. Now I’ve switched to Ghost, and it’s changing how I write online. This is the story of my move: what worked, what didn’t, and why the move matters.