Video: the world’s favourite form of storytelling
No other area of comms has developed faster in recent years than video production.
Hough Bellis and Studio 91 announce new partnership
Hough Bellis Communications has formed a new partnership with video production agency Studio 91.
Are you Re-flex or Low-flex?
One of the silver linings of the Covid age has been its role as a change agent. It has forced us to challenge traditional beliefs on how we…
Transparency is nothing to fear
The Government’s white paper on Social Housing (published this week) mentions transparency nearly 30 times.
Liverpool charity launches first ever Merseyside Mental Health Week
Liverpool mental health organisation, Imagine Independence has teamed up with Hough Bellis Communications to launch the first ever…
Do we need a Human Translate app?
There are times when bringing people along with you is the best way to get the results you need, and this is surely one of them.
A winning smile
We’re feeling warm and happy at Hough Bellis right now. The reason? We’re super-proud to have won the PRCA Dare Award for Small Consultancy…
How can our charities bounce back?
Almost every sector has been affected by the pandemic in some way. One area we hear less about is the charity sector, but charities have…
Let’s build something new
The old way was great for those who already had it good. It’s no wonder some are desperate to rush back to it. For those who believe in…
If you’re a leader, then you’re a storyteller
Think of the books you love. The songs that make the hairs on the back of your neck stand up. The newspaper articles that boil your blood,…
Is lockdown allowing more people to have a voice?
The coronavirus pandemic has been frightening. For many people, it has been a lonely experience.
Workplace evolution: standing on the cliff edge of change
Welcome to the new world of work. But a word of caution. We might just find that – once the dust settles – this brave new world isn’t that…
The power of human connection
Human connection. It’s probably not something we think about as part of our usual daily lives. We have our families, friends, colleagues,…
In a world where you can be anything…be kind
Every day we hear calls to “just be kind”. There is a strong movement calling for us all to consider kindness in how we should live,…
COVID-19 legacy: the value of communications
The coronavirus pandemic has prompted many PR staff to brush up on their crisis communications skills.
Coronavirus – how are you preparing?
The Coronavirus outbreak has social housing providers, local authorities and charities across the country digging out their business…
Understanding Generation Z
The world is changing. And changing fast. It’s never been easier to reach your audiences - it’s never been harder to connect with them in a…
Why the radio star’s not dead just yet
You may think that radio advertising is a dying breed, and you may well be right to a large extent. But here’s the weird thing.
A watching brief
We all use it. Need to know how to bleed a radiator? Want to know who sings that song you’ve heard but can’t remember the lyrics? You tap…
Culture, not kit is the key to remote working
We’re often asked about Hough Bellis’ remote working model. No office. No set working times. A team of 12 based all over the country.
Dare to prepare
Don’t panic! How many times have you woken up to a horrible headline, feeling grateful that you’re not part of the PR team having to deal…
Get your property PR “bible”
If you’re considering a career in property communications, then your luck is in. A new book is about to be published on just that topic.
Coach trip
If you’ve benefitted from some strong role models and wise mentors, you’ll know how wonderful it can be to have someone to guide you…
In praise of prioritisation
It’s a badge of honour, it seems, to tell everyone how busy you are. How often do you hear people saying that their workload is…