How to use Instagram hashtags in 2026

The 2016 vs 2026 trend was all over everyone's feed last month, and it's had us thinking about a true relic of the decade: the humble hashtag.
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The danger of using too many big words

In an ideal world, your carefully crafted message would reach your desired audience perfect conditions: a quiet room, undivided attention, and a receptive mindset....
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Tradestars Islington to open its doors for tour on Thursday 22nd January  

Tradestars, the flexible workspace provider for ambitious entrepreneurs, creators, and growing businesses, is opening the doors to its Islington site for a day...
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2025 in review

As we edge towards the end of 2025, it feels like a good moment to pause, take stock, and reflect on what’s been a genuinely huge year for Carnsight.

Why an autumn reset is just as important as spring cleaning

Autumn resets don't get as much airtime as spring cleaning but they can be just as important. Here are our top tips to reset, get organised, and help get motivated for...
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My Big Idea: Robert Schogger, co-founder of MetSpace

Robert Schogger, Co-Founder and CEO of MetSpace, speaks with Business Age for their 'My Big Idea' feature series.
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How to approach backlinks in PR 

Ethical, organic link building is central to topping the charts when it comes to Google’s search engine ranking factors. Quality backlinks are prized possession, and...

160+ businesses, and 146% growth: Wiltshire firm celebrates a decade of success 

Wiltshire-based Boatman Admin Services, an award-winning virtual assistant, is celebrating its 10th anniversary this month - marking the milestone with an impressive...

Can a story be changed once it’s published?  

In digital publishing, stories can change, but not everything should. Here’s what PRs and brands need to know about requesting media corrections.

Toast launches StoryX: the proprietary AI platform that digs much deeper to find authentic stories for brands 

Toast, he production agency, is proud to announce the launch of StoryX, a cutting-edge AI-powered story-finding platform designed to uncover authentic narratives and...

AI-powered search and SEO

How is AI reshaping search and SEO from a media perspective?
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New luxury men’s and womenswear destination ‘Pockets Townhouse’ to open in Bath this September 

Independent retailer bucks national trend with expansion to flagship boutique in Grade I listed Georgian building
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How employer branding impacts recruitment 

In case it’s not obvious, reputation matters. A business’ internal and external image can have an impressive sway on its success. Yet, when we think of brand...
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Why Christmas really is in July for PRs

It's a midsummer's day in July day, and the last thing on your mind is Christmas. The sun is shining, and you're probably more concerned with hitting send on that...

Why social media isn’t just ‘post and sell’ 

There’s a common misconception when it comes to social media for business. Actually, there’s a few of them – but today I want to talk about the idea that as soon...

Women’s Super League Football chooses MetSpace for first move out of Wembley 

Women’s Super League Football (WSL Football) has taken a significant step in its journey as an independent organisation by moving into a new, thoughtfully designed...

In Conversation With: KH Web Design on Wix

With pre-designed templates, customisable elements, and a drag-and-drop interface, it’s no surprise the Wix Editor is so popular. It’s perfect for beginners,...
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Eight tips for working with freelance journalists

The days of press release spam from PR agencies seem to be, almost, behind us, over the last decade the media landscape has transformed at breakneck speed, evolving into...
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Five insider tips for building a stronger PR-journalist relationship

I think it should be mandatory for every politician and councillor to work in a state school as a teacher or cleaner, behind the till of a supermarket, in a homeless...

How reactive PR sparked two national media hits 365 days later 

When BBC Radio 4 and 5 Live called our founder, Jess Morgan, to feature live on air, it wasn’t just a career highlight. It was a testament to the power of PR. 
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Is PR largely out of our hands? What can you control in a PR campaign?

In contrast to some other PR consultancies, we’re clear that we won’t guarantee our clients coverage in particular publications (especially not within a certain...

2025 PR and social media predictions and tips

2025 industry predictions and tips for public relations and social media.

Everything you need to know about paywalls

Paywalls are shaping how we approach media and impact the choices we make for our PR clients – so let's unpack them.

Community Diagnostic Centre at Bath hospital achieves 20,000 additional appointments, speeding up NHS patients’ diagnoses

Sulis Hospital is proud to have facilitated over 20,000 extra patient diagnostic tests or scans since the opening of its Community Diagnostic Centre (CDC) in April...

Bath’s healthcare heroes celebrated with hospital awards ceremony

Local healthcare heroes were recognised publicly during the Sulis Hospital Awards Evening held on October 5. The annual awards celebrate the achievements of people...
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Understanding the ups and downs of social media metrics

One of the most important lessons in social media management is understanding that not every metric will show continuous upward growth. There will always be ups and...

Why is continuously optimising your social media important?

Social media doesn't exist in a vacuum. It's part of bigger social and media landscapes that are subject to change daily, if not hourly.

HeyFlow secures £235,000 investment from Aer Venture Studios 

HeyFlow, the female reproductive health inclusion business, which aims to end disadvantage for women in the workplace, has become the founding investment client for Aer...
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Beaches Resorts turns to real families in authentic cross-platform campaign 

Beaches Resorts, part of Sandals Resorts International, is launching a cross-platform campaign to promote its Turks & Caicos resort featuring influencers instead of...

Spade hits the ground for construction of specialist orthopaedic hub to serve the South West

Construction work is underway at the Sulis Elective Orthopaedic Centre, with an official breaking of the ground event at the Somerset site commemorated on Wednesday 24...

Research Clever celebrates a year of growth  

First anniversary of London agency with a promising year of global partnerships and data collection. The company was set up with a vision to be agile in communication,...

Recruitment open day welcomes all to Somerset hospital 

Sulis Hospital is holding a recruitment open day on Saturday, July 27 from 10am to 2pm, where prospective employees are welcome to come through its doors. The hospital...

Former Dyson and Great State talent joins South West creative tech studio 

Aer Studios, a leading creative technology studio in the South West, is thrilled to announce the appointment of James Hobbs as Head of Technology.

Sulis Hospital first in UK to achieve 50 REGENETEN Biological Tendon repair surgeries 

Sulis Hospital has become the first hospital in the UK to treat 50 patients with the cutting-edge REGENETEN Bio Inductive implant. Redefining biological healing and...

World-first technology offers breakthrough in water quality testing 

For the first time, water quality can now be assessed in a matter of minutes with the roll-out of new Bacterisk technology from Molendotech.

Sulis Hospital opens up 100 new roles for new orthopaedic hub 

Sulis Hospital is recruiting for over 100 new jobs ahead of its new Sulis Elective Orthopaedic Centre (SEOC) launching. SEOC will expand the existing hospital site just...
How can AI enhance PR strategies

Breaking down the buzz: how can AI enhance PR strategies? 

Artificial intelligence (AI) is arguably the buzziest of all the buzz words making headlines right now; it’s starting to feel as though it is literally everything,...
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Spring cleaning 101: resetting your workspace

The idea of Spring Cleaning finds its roots in logic. It's a season of transition, and of reawakening – thawing out after a long and perhaps hard winter. The weather...
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Spring cleaning 101: how to organise your email inbox

Now that the March equinox has passed and April is in full swing, it's officially the season to delve into all things spring cleaning. We're starting the series off with...
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Carnsight Communications marks exciting Q2 growth with new hire and promotion 

Carnsight Communications, a boutique PR and social media agency based near Bath, has welcomed Laura Witte as its new Social Media Manager. Alexandra Johansen, who joined...
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Why leveraging your PR ecosystem pays off

You're probably wondering what I mean by a 'PR ecosystem'. This is by no means a professional or academic term, it's actually a phrase one of my colleagues threw around...
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Two minutes with: Laura Witte

In our ‘two minutes with’ blog posts, you can get to know the members of the Carnsight Communications PR and Social Media team even better. In today’s post,...
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The top transferable skills in TV production

This post was guest-written by Isabella Perkins. Whether you regard Television Production as a “real degree”, or not, you can’t deny the power that the TV...

Delivering 29 meals to maternity units across the country: The Coconut Tree celebrates Leap Day by giving back  

The Coconut Tree (TCT), an authentic Sri Lankan restaurant group with eight sites across the UK, celebrated this leap year by delivering 29 meals on the 29th of February...

How to proofread and edit an eBook

We've dedicated a whole blog to proofing your eBook because it really is that important. When it comes to publishing your eBook, you need to proof it, proof it, proof...

4 things businesses should know before writing an eBook

You may have noticed that we recently launched our eBook, Powerfully Practical PR. After a long time in the making, it's time to share our tips, tricks, and top...

The Coconut Tree shines a spotlight on breakthrough Reading musicians 

The Coconut Tree (TCT) is giving Reading’s thriving community of talented creatives a stage. The lineup includes Amazon Music’s ‘Number 1’ Breakthrough Artist of...

Carnsight Communications launches ‘Powerfully Practical PR’ eBook empowering SMEs to PR themselves 

Carnsight Communications, a boutique PR firm based near Bath, is launching its new eBook, ‘Powerfully Practical PR’, on Amazon on February 1 2024.
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A year in review: looking back at Carnsight’s 2023

Goodbye 2023! We're looking back at our year in review – we said goodbyes and hellos, we reached new heights and crossed exciting milestones, faced challenges and...

Five reasons to enter your business into awards

You win some you lose some, but either way, there’s a lot to be said for entering awards beyond the obvious benefit of winning. From networking to the credibility that...
Radio

Turning ideas into on-air content – Jill Misson

Your favourite radio station is probably on in the background while you are busy working, driving or washing up. The familiar sound keeps you company without demanding...
Phone in PR

Why you need to pick up the phone in PR 

Maybe it’s generational, or perhaps it’s just a mix of personality and communication style. Either way, I can’t deny a professional pitfall of mine is working up...

Creative Tech Studio wins prestigious BIMA award for innovative app 

Aer Studios, the South West-based creative tech studio, has won a BIMA Award for its groundbreaking gamification project, The Data Escape Room. This national...
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Time to Talk – Jill Misson

“We have all the time in the world,” sang Louis Armstrong in his gorgeous gravelly voice. The famous crooner savours those lyrics, pausing to let the words sink in....
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Two minutes with: Ruby Hand

This week we're bringing back an old favourite of ours – the 'two minutes with' series! This installation features Carnsight's recent work experience placement, Ruby...
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All that glitters is gold at Birchwood House with ‘Great Gatsby’ event 

Birchwood House, the Tunbridge Wells-based care home, has once again created an afternoon of joyful memories for residents with a Gatsby-themed event and open day. This...

Two minutes with: Alexandra Johansen

This week we're shining the spotlight on Alexandra, our resident Aussie in the office.
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Ready for Radio?

This week’s blog is an exciting guest feature to help get you radio ready. Industry expert Jill Misson has taken over to deliver some insightful tips for on-air...
7 steps to PR yourself

Here are 7 steps to PR yourself 

We've translated our skills for promoting a business through PR to help those who want to promote themselves as individuals. If that sounds like you, then here’s a...