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Make it make sense! Why your message isn’t landing, and how to fix it

Way back when the ‘web’ was still a novelty, I had a go-to principle for usability debates when developers, clients, or bosses wanted to do the wrong thing:                   “Don’t make me think” Coined by usability consultant Steve Krug in his bestselling book of...

Step-by-Step: How to Launch a Business Podcast

Your 2024 guide to launching a podcast  Launching a podcast for your business can feel overwhelming, but with the right plan in place and tools by your side, it’s not as complicated as you might think. With over 460 million worldwide podcast listeners (Statistica,...

Bringing Developer Marketing Costs Down Using Tactics That Don’t Rhyme with Shmenerative AI

Before I wander too far down the cost savings rabbit hole, I think it’s important to address the elephant in the room. And, in 2023, the elephant in every room is always generative AI. Could you save money in a content program using generative AI? Sure. You could also...

Unlocking the Soul of Your Brand

Your brand is more than just a logo.  It’s the way your product or service comes to life for your user. And the visuals are a tool to communicate who you are and what you stand for. Sounds easy enough, but you’d be surprised how many companies pick a few pretty...

Tech scaleup entering the UK market? Here’s how to build profile (and how not to)

US and UK, both English speaking markets, and both leading the way in tech innovation (if on different scales), right? If you think it can’t be too dissimilar when it comes to tech PR, you might want to read on. It can be really difficult for US companies to grasp the...