COVID-19 has imposed on PR pros a retreat of sorts, and with many clients dormant, an opportunity arises for recalibrating and refreshing extant skills and cultivating new processes.
Here’s a roundup of the week’s crisis communication news for communicators.
Also: Budweiser asks social distancers “what’s up,” Pizza Hut executive says brand managers should be active during COVID-19, tips for virtually presenting, and more.
If part of your team who can’t do their normal tasks during the COVID-19 lockdown, here are some ways to still put these resources to use.
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Many communicators say they are getting newfound respect in their organizations, but the crisis is also adding to heavy workloads and complicating workflows with remote collaboration.
In a new survey from Peppercomm and the Institute for Public Relations, only a few leaders are fully prepared for a post-COVID recovery. Communicators play an essential role.
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More and more organizations are having their people work remotely, but meetings aren’t going away, and communication remains essential for projects’ success. Consider these online options.
Also: Facebook launches gaming app early, why Disney turned to employee furloughs, remembering Prince, join our Twitter #RaganChat, and more.
In response to the COVID-19 outbreak, the company is looking at new ways to use existing internal communications channels.
Being remote doesn’t mean you can’t still do it all. Here are some tips for staying organized in your new workspace.
Also: Instagram founders’ website tracks COVID-19’s spread, Facebook launches ‘care’ emoji reaction, celebrities make ‘quarantine wine,’ and more.
This agency leader says the CEO is perfectly positioned to be the “steady hand” on the when during the COVID-19 pandemic. Honesty, without hysteria, is paramount.
People may have more time for social media now due to COVID-19, but if you don’t adapt your strategies, you could lose some of your audience.
