Testimonials

We do HR Limited provides human resource solutions across the UK and has built its reputation and company ethos through the provision of excellent customer service, focusing on developing long-term relationships and delivering the right service to meet the high levels demanded of many business owners today. As Managing Director, I am one of those business owners and also personally demand and expect that businesses providing services for my company are exceptional at what they do whilst operating upon and sharing in the same ethos.
I am very pleased to announce that Peter Troy “The Publicist” is one of those people who shares in that ethos and whose services I have enjoyed recently. In order to promote the anniversary of Answers in a Box, a one stop HR solution for small businesses; Peter suggested that some press coverage, developing a web-broadcast for my web-site and getting on air on local radio should do the job.
A mad rush to Radio Teesdale resulted in a very happy 30 minutes chatting live on air in a prime time slot to discuss the advantages of Answers in a Box, and I even got to chose two pieces of my favourite music, Clocks by Coldplay, particularly poignant as “time” is so elusive for small business; and Don’t Stop Me Now by Queen because it generates huge amounts of energy and enthusiasm.
Not only was the experience a lot of fun, it made a real difference in promoting who and what I stand for. Not content with that, the next day involved a focussed interview, recorded, edited and delivered by CD within the hour for inclusion on my web-site. Add to this a professional photo-shoot to go alongside an article in the business press shows that Peter has his finger right on the pulse. As he proudly told me – “I don’t do PR; it’s publicity that really matters”.
I strongly recommend that if you need to give your business a helping hand, speak to Peter.

Yours sincerely,

Alasdair Ross
Director, We do HR Limited

Dear Peter

As you will appreciate, starting off a new business is never easy and the cost of advertising is prohibitive. The publicity you arranged for my business, published this week in the business supplement of the Northern Echo (22 July 2008) has put me on the map as a credible business and has already resulted in a number of firm orders.

Yours sincerely

Janic Howitson-Morley

Dear Peter

I am delighted with the result of my 'Fat Minute Video' which has now gone live on my website.
I know you had a few challenges, the biggest - moving me outside of my comfort zone encouraging me to work without structure, script or any idea what the end product would look like. Constantly telling me to relax and enjoy the day. This did eventually go in and I really enjoyed the time we worked together on the Fat Minute Project.
Please say thank you to Tony Baker and Chris from the Public Affairs Bureau who shared a wealth of knowledge and experience with me. Tony and Chris had a great relaxed way; getting me to actually take some ownership at the same time creating lots of laughter throughout the day.
I am delighted with the result, and have no hesitation in recommending Peter Troy Publicist to anyone who needs support and guidance in setting-up any type of news commentary or video link for their business.
Thanks again.

Yours sincerely

Anne Kennedy
Affinity HR

Dear Peter,

Just a few lines to formally thank you for the service you recently provide us as a publicist. With very little input from my wife or I you made a very special occasional for a very special couple, Jo and Dolly. You took the time to listen to what we needed, and offered your own expert opinion. We were extremely impressed when you went to the added effort to contact us to ensure that all relevant information was correct and kept us informed of the event.
You organised Tyne Tees television and the local papers to attend the event, but also provided my wife with the necessary tuition to boost her confidence to appear on TV. As a result of this publicity not only has my wife’s confidence in public speaking increased, but business has improved.
However, we feel that the greatest complement to you was made by Joe himself, Joe was 90 years old, a war hero and he said on his return form the event that he had had the best day of his life.
When you were advised of Joe’s death you not only visited Dolly but at no additional cost you organised a military funeral advising the local papers of Joe’s passing. For this his wife Dolly and niece Judith are truly grateful. Without your input his passing would have gone un- published and unrecognised.
We will have no hesitation in using your services again in the future.

Yours Faithfully

Julie and Andy Peyton

Dear Peter

I would like to thank you for organising my recent Media Training at Radio Teesdale. I was initially apprehensive and found the experience rather daunting; feeling completely out of my comfort zone.
However, together with the assistance of John Atkinson, you gently guided and cajoled me away from spouting mindless gabble, to reach a respectable level of competency. So much so, that I took part in a live and controversial debate, which I found to be quite exhilarating.
Although I doubt I have yet reached the standard of Chris Moyles, I would certainly feel quite comfortable being in a real interview situation; a declaration I could not have made prior to training.
I would have absolutely no hesitation in recommending your training session to anyone seriously considering publicising their business through the power of radio.
Most definitely a day well spent.
Thank you once again Peter.

Kind regards,

Liz Slade
Ambassador Recruitment

Warm and friendly company with an intuitive understanding of the business of media relations

The 'Flights of Fancy' Open Day was a great day for disabled people thanks to your well aimed efforts.

Whatever answer I give I have absolutely no doubt that Mr Troy will quote it frequently but I have to say accurately to great advantage but not necessarily to myself.

The publicity that you achieved for the Northern Meeting of the Congress for Democracy in conjunction with the Federation of Small Businesses in the North East surpassed our expectations.

Peter Troy's direct approach has all the subtlety of a manic elephant in full charge scattering all before him in gay abandon and creating exactly the attention in the national media that the cause deserves.

All done with professionalism, humour and accuracy.

Does what it says on the tin.

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