Author Archives: ngration@ascendpr.com.au

Sometimes friends and pets are more important than work. So when your pig goes missing (along with your good friend) your projects go out the window

Posted on May 11, 2011 by ngration@ascendpr.com.au

I am often aware that there is too much in my life; too much work, too much stress, too many demands. So I am not sure what possessed  me to get a pet pig, let alone a second one. Whatever … Continue reading →

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Finally… internal communications and social media

Posted on February 11, 2011 by ngration@ascendpr.com.au

Next on my list of blogs and social media is internal communications. I have been so bogged down on what to write. There is so much to say about internal communications and now I am a few weeks behind schedule. … Continue reading →

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The day my professional life, my farm life and internal communications intersected

Posted on January 22, 2011 by ngration@ascendpr.com.au

              A disturbing incident happened yesterday that made me want to laugh and cry at the same time. I have a small hobby farm – a few cows, horses and a pet pig. I … Continue reading →

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Do your staff know how to use social media and maintain a good reputation?

Posted on January 20, 2011 by ngration@ascendpr.com.au

What training do staff need to ensure that your social media strategy will succeed? Of course, they need the mechanics. An understanding of how twitter, facebook, wordpress, or what- ever online resources that you are using work. They will also … Continue reading →

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Too much is never enough on social media policies

Posted on January 18, 2011 by ngration@ascendpr.com.au

While doing some research on staff training for my next blog post, (which is almost complete) I came across Social Media Policy Must Haves from Mashable, (a fantastic site that has everything social media in it – somewhere…) This was … Continue reading →

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Make sure that your on-line presence works for you and not against you!

Posted on January 9, 2011 by ngration@ascendpr.com.au

A website is an important part of any good marketing strategy, but for it to work, you really need a business, marketing or communication plan with goals and objectives. Your plan should include the purpose, objectives and goals of your … Continue reading →

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An on-line strategy is so much more than SEO….

Posted on January 3, 2011 by ngration@ascendpr.com.au

Most businesses and organisations these days have an on-line presence, and those who don’t risk missing out on all sorts of opportunities. Some of those who do have an online presence are also missing out on those same opportunities. Online … Continue reading →

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