Meghan Madhavan
How can communicators expand diversity in their thought leadership efforts?
Experts from Hotwire share tips on how to elevate diverse spokespeople in your organization.
Crisis Communications
Mary Olson-Menzel & Mel Shahbazian
How transparent leaders empower employees
By allowing all stakeholders a view into the decision-making process, leaders can offer a stronger sense of purpose and belonging to their workforce. The key ingredient? Communication.
Beki Winchel
ESPN cuts 500 jobs, TikTok users create fan videos for election analysts, and Starbucks’ holiday cups are here
Also: The Washington Post responds to election anxiety with snarky TikToks, an e-commerce trends chart through COVID-19, Tesla sells out of its branded tequila, and more.
John Rampton
9 ways to bolster your daily productivity and efficiency
Focus on one goal at a time, cultivate “deep work,” and prioritize empathetic listening.
Brian Pittman
8 trust indicators to look for in the media you pitch
A media watchdog warns PR pros against working with misinformation sites.
Ted Kitterman
Penman PR’s Talicia Bosso shares hope for 2021
This Washington, D.C. pro says it’s time to acknowledge we are at our best when facing a challenge.
Ragan Insider Ted Kitterman
Crucial messaging advice to consider ahead of an unprecedented holiday season
With both customers and employees trying to navigate a resurging pandemic and holiday plans, how should organizations craft messages to keep all stakeholders safe?
Beki Winchel
The Gap deletes post-election tweet, ‘Baby Shark’ becomes most-watched YouTube video, and Snapchat adds follower counts
Also: The New York Times reaches 7 million digital subscribers, Pet Valu to permanently close, Warner Bros. answers backlash over ‘The Witches,’ and more.
Meghan Madhavan
Turning a negative perception issue into an opportunity
How the Entertainment Software Association’s “Game Generation” campaign helped the gaming industry shift the public narrative around video games.
Ted Kitterman
Report: Employees want to hear from leaders as election remains undecided
Though staffers find it inappropriate for employers to endorse a specific candidate, they think a message of empathy is crucial.
Beki Winchel
Twitter and Facebook flag Trump’s election posts, Burger King UK implores consumers to buy McDonald’s, and MeUndies apologizes for ‘Harry Potter’ collection
Also: Disney’s ‘The Mandalorian’ applauded for an inclusive hire, Hasbro debuts ‘Grown Up’ Play-doh, many organizations are still bracing for layoffs, and more.
Ted Kitterman
Lippe Taylor’s Stephanie Smirnov: It’s an ‘extraordinary time’ for communications
This comms pro has seen it all throughout her career in roles with Edelman, L’Oreal and Scholastic. Here’s what she sees next for the industry.
Ted Kitterman
Vokol Group’s Katie Mudd: ‘The greatest gift we can give each other right now is grace’
This PR argues that empathy and compassion are a communicator’s greatest assets heading into the end of 2020.
Beki Winchel
Friendly’s files for bankruptcy, ‘Sesame Street’ celebrates Cookie Monster’s birthday, and 72% of U.S. citizens of voting age use social media
Also: CoxHealth shows off costumes for its NICU residents, Wrangler partners with ‘Rick and Morty’ after in-show mention, Fox TV tweets self-care meme, and more.
Kim Clark
6 ways your organization can transcend politics and help get out the vote
Ahead of an historic presidential election—and amid deep national division—how should your organization engage employees?
