Four months ago, I was made redundant. It was tough, but now I’m in a role I love - and I’ve realised something powerful. Campaigns I created are still running, proving that good content has a life of its own. From no-budget recycling projects to a 60th anniversary celebration and election campaigns, my work continues to make an impact even after I’ve moved on.

Ever found yourself 2 minutes deep into a video where someone’s turning old tyres into a sofa... and wondered how you got there? You’re not alone. Viral content creators know exactly how to hook your brain. This blog explores the wild world of ridiculous online videos, the sneaky science behind your curiosity, and why these clips get billions of views—even when they make zero sense.

When lockdown hit in 2020, I started filming daily video diaries of life at home with my three kids. Using just my phone and a simple editing app, I captured everything from dance parties to meltdowns. What began as a creative outlet quickly became a way to stay connected, with friends and family tuning in each day — and even joining in with their own dance clips from around the world.

The Coldplay concert kiss cam moment that exposed tech CEO Andy Byron and his HR executive in an awkward embrace didn’t just spark gossip—it ignited a social media firestorm of memes, brand parodies, and viral content. This blog explores the public’s fascination with the scandal, the flood of memes that followed, and what this says about our culture’s obsession with real-time viral moments.

Before you delete that underperforming TikTok, take a breath. Just because a video didn’t go viral doesn’t mean it didn’t serve a purpose. Every post helps train the algorithm, adds depth to your profile, and can still influence potential customers. Plus, there’s a smarter option—recycling. With a new hook, updated visuals, or better timing, older content can be repurposed to perform even better. In this post, we break down why deleting could hurt your growth and how to refre

If you haven’t come across Victoria Emes yet, get ready for a wildly refreshing scroll. She’s raw, real, and riotously funny—dropping sweary, unfiltered truths about motherhood, midlife and mental health like it’s gospel. With her unapologetic honesty and chaotic charm, Victoria isn’t just another content creator—she’s the mate who tells it like it is, and makes you laugh until you snort doing it.

While scrolling online, I unexpectedly spotted a post from Volunteering New Zealand highlighting my work with the Ōtaki Kids Market. It was a reminder that the behind-the-scenes mahi of mentoring and community building truly makes a difference — and sometimes, it gets noticed in the best way.

LinkedIn is one of the most powerful — and misunderstood — platforms in your digital toolkit. If your business isn’t encouraging staff to use it, you’re missing a golden opportunity to amplify your message and humanise your brand. In this post, I explore why LinkedIn deserves more credit, how leadership hesitation holds teams back, and why empowering employees to engage is the smartest strategy you’re not using (yet).

Rob Ford was one of the most controversial political figures of his time — yet undeniably one of the most memorable. Despite scandals, substance abuse, and public backlash, the former Toronto mayor maintained strong support through a raw, relentless, and often outrageous marketing style. In this blog, we explore how Ford’s unconventional approach to public image, unapologetic authenticity, and constant visibility kept him in the public’s favour — and what modern marketers can

Explore how AI is transforming public engagement and consultation for local government. From Facebook comment analysis to smart digital tools, discover the future of community participation and decision-making.

When COVID-19 restrictions disrupted our usual festive plans, we faced a challenge: how could we still create a magical Christmas experience for tamariki and their whānau — while keeping everyone safe?

While working at a global technology firm, I identified a growing gap in how employees were leveraging LinkedIn — not just as a social platform