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How to avoid scope creep

Ever been halfway through a project when new ideas start popping up, extra tasks sneak in and suddenly things feel bigger than what you originally signed up for? That’s scope creep – when the work...

Let us handle your next media distribution

Getting media release distribution right is critical because it ensures that your message reaches the right audience, creates maximum impact for the assets you’ve spent hours drafting and finessing, and achieves your communication goals –...

Just for one day

If Team HC could switch jobs with anyone for just one day, who would we be? It’s probably roles you wouldn’t expect, and the reasons given are just as diverse. Read on to find out!...

AI and the comms industry: what’s next?

Whether we’re fully on the bandwagon and embracing AI every day, or just dipping our toe into ChatGPT with a few questions to see what it spits out, I think the majority of us will...

The art of graceful goodbyes

Breaking up is hard – even in business. We’ve all been there: sometimes clients move on because their needs shift, budgets change or (and this is our favourite) we’ve built their capabilities so well, they’re...

Saying yes: why showing up matters

I’ve found that saying yes, even when it might mean shuffling your schedule to make it all fit, often brings the most rewarding outcomes. I recently said yes to: Global Women in PR (GWPR) which...

HC’s hidden talents

You may think you know Team HC, but some of us have some unusual skills that may (or may not) surprise you. Sue – My hidden talent is “just in time arrival”. I don’t like...

Agency life through the eyes of our intern

Hi! My name is Olivia, and I’m currently interning at Hardman Communications. I’m studying a double degree in Communications (majoring in PR) and Business (majoring in HR) at Western Sydney University. I wanted to gain...

Curious about Katter

After postponing his initial appearance at Farm Writers a few months ago, the ever-colourful Australian politician Bob Katter finally made it to Sydney last week. His timing was impeccable, coinciding perfectly with his beloved North...