
Jacob Solon has worked with Brunswick Group, Centaurus Communications, and CCHQ, where he modernised the national membership growth strategy. His work has been published across major media outlets, and he has advised business leaders, public figures, and founders on media strategy, messaging, and reputation.
In a crowded, fast-moving media landscape, most organisations aren’t struggling because their product or service is weak, they’re struggling because their story is unclear. The messaging is inconsistent, the purpose feels vague, and the value they offer isn’t translated into language that resonates with the audiences who matter most.
This isn’t a marketing problem. It’s a communications problem. And it holds organisations back more than they realise.
The Danger of an Unfocused Message
When an organisation evolves, its communications often don’t evolve with it. Websites become cluttered, social media loses direction, and press outreach turns into a scattershot exercise. Without clarity, even the strongest offering can look indistinct.
A diluted message leads to a diluted reputation. Stakeholders—journalists, clients, policymakers, partners—struggle to understand what makes the organisation unique. Opportunities are lost not because the brand lacks substance, but because the substance isn’t being communicated in a way that cuts through.
Why a Narrative Reboot Matters
A strategic narrative isn’t simply a strapline or a positioning statement. It’s the organising force behind every part of an organisation’s communication system. When done well, it provides:
- Clarity on purpose, direction, and audience
- Consistency across website, messaging, media, and social channels
- Confidence in how an organisation presents itself to the world
A narrative reboot also acts as the foundation for high-quality media engagement. Journalists respond to stories that have structure, meaning, and relevance. Without this foundation, press outreach becomes difficult, unpredictable, and often ineffective.
Connecting With the Right Stakeholders
Visibility is not just about being seen—it’s about being seen by the right people. That requires a clear understanding of who influences your sector and how to communicate with them directly. Policymakers, industry bodies, journalists, and partner organisations each need different messaging, different angles, and different points of entry.
A strong communications strategy maps these relationships and builds real engagement, replacing outdated mass-broadcast tactics with targeted outreach that generates credibility.
The Value of a Structured Three-Month Transformation
Most PR support is offered through long-term retainers with unclear timelines and unpredictable results. A focused three-month project flips this model. It accelerates clarity, builds momentum, and delivers measurable outcomes, including guaranteed media visibility.
Within this timeframe, organisations can experience a complete shift in how they communicate—internally and externally. They leave with a stronger identity, clearer messaging, and a communications system engineered to keep working long after the project concludes.
A Better Way to Communicate Your Story
Every organisation has a compelling story. But it rarely emerges on its own. It needs to be found, sharpened, and communicated with purpose. When companies invest in their narrative, they unlock visibility, credibility, and influence far beyond traditional publicity.
The organisations that win today are the ones that communicate with confidence and clarity. A strategic narrative reboot is the first step.

