Robby Brumberg
Report: 40% of U.S. adults struggling with mental health or substance use
CDC data reveals a jarring wakeup call for employers. Here’s how wellness pros can—and should—respond.
Crisis Communications
Ragan Insider Ted Kitterman
Report: Nearly 3 in 4 Americans report seeing disinformation weekly
A lack of trust in digital media is causing some to avoid consuming news at all, and for the second year in a row, Americans said family was the most trusted source of new information, per a new IPR report.
Beki Winchel
GM and Honda announce partnership, T-Mobile launches #Project10Million, and McDonald’s offers ‘Travis Scott’ meal
Also: Virgin Atlantic to lay off 1,150 employees, TD Bank showcases its efforts to support racial equality and diversity, Hawaiian Airlines eliminates change fees, and more.
Ted Kitterman
How Alex Daly embraced the “pivot” during COVID-19
When faced with the loss of retainer clients—and a completely disrupted business model—here’s how one agency pro pushed to keep her business afloat.
Beki Winchel
United Airlines to furlough 16,000 employees, Walmart creates virtual toy focus groups, and Facebook to block political ads the week before presidential elections
Also: Venice Film Festival holds first industry event in six months, 49% of employees say their organizations excel at COVID-19 safety measures, Unilever’s sustainability pledge, and more.
Robby Brumberg
How health care organizations can streamline, refresh and maximize communication
A new report provides practical answers to common industry challenges—and offers lessons from applicable case studies.
Lisa Fels Davitt
5 ways to be a great PR pro during the weirdest year ever
Here are some tips for having an impact in challenging times—and some key mistakes to avoid.
Beki Winchel
Ben & Jerry’s debuts podcast about racism, Uber to require passengers to take ‘mask selfies,’ and Twitter adds context to trends
Also: Alaska Airlines waves change fees, the Joe Biden presidential campaign turns to Animal Crossing, 70% of consumers feel social media encourages brand transparency, and more.
Ragan Insider Robby Brumberg
Report: 36% of employees would take a huge paycut for better work/life balance
New data reaffirms that cash is just a slice in the worker well-being pie.
Beki Winchel
Ford to cut 1,000 jobs, Verizon to hire nearly 1,000 WFH employees, and Twitter rolls out ‘Quote Tweet’ feature
Also: HBO Max reunites the cast of ‘The Fresh Prince of Bel-Air,’ MTV’s Video Music Awards show nabs 6.4M viewers, Facebook might block news sharing in Australia, and more.
Ashleigh Artist and Karah Davenport
Simple steps everyone can take to begin engaging the black community
Make it more than a moment—make it a movement.
Richard Levick
10 imminent changes and challenges for communicators to anticipate
To stay relevant, prepare your company or client for the new era of cyber breaches, risk management, and bold political stands.
Tiffany Guarnaccia
Why ‘connections’ are important now more than ever
Ahead of Communications Week 2020, founder Tiffany Guarnaccia breaks down the theme of ‘connections’ and how modern pros are adapting to a radically new environment.
Beki Winchel
MGM Resorts cuts 18,000 jobs, NBA teams to offer arenas as voting locations, and 78% of B2B marketers say prospects rely on influencers’ opinions
Also: Marvel Studios pays tribute to Chadwick Boseman, United Airlines waves change fees for life, Pinterest pays $90M to exit office building lease, and more.
Ted Kitterman
Is humor the answer for getting consumers to wear a mask?
A Miami agency is trying to reach audiences who are proving difficult to convince that masks are a necessary inconvenience.
