Tori Grieser
How Talcott Resolution keeps employees engaged virtually
A look at how it celebrated its anniversary, discussed DE&I issues and capped off the year with a success fair.
The Workplace
Justin Joffe
Brands tone down April Fools’ Day gags, Microsoft and others speak out against Georgia voting law, and Johnson & Johnson loses 15 million vaccines
Also: New York’s message on legalizing cannabis centers racial equity, trust in leadership declines, Hasbro’s job opening for TikTok expert goes viral, and more.
Justin Joffe
Spotify and LinkedIn to launch social audio apps, YouTube refuses employee request to remove rap song with anti-Asian lyrics, and Netflix touts plan for net-zero carbon footprint
Also: Volkswagen’ launches pun-laden electric car campaign with playful pun, Nike responds to bootleg Satan sneakers with lawsuit, businesses drastically reduce political donations, and more.
Ragan Insider Robby Brumberg
How Arch’s affinity groups are fueling employee engagement and forging deeper connections
Lanita Goins shares a trove of insights on how ERGs can help shape more authentic corporate storytelling.
Justin Joffe
Vaccine passport privacy concerns loom large for comms, authorities and nonprofits provide resources on Twitter after Nashville flood, and CDC director goes off script
Also: Facebook offers advice for brands on combatting anti-Asian rhetoric, Jeff Bezos orders Amazon social accounts to attack, Journalists share their most trusted sources, and more.
PR Daily Staff
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Help us learn about the resources and insights you most covet in 2021 by taking our reader survey.
Justin Joffe
GM omits specifics in response to racism allegations, Volkswagen holds former leaders accountable for emissions scandal, and Twitter offers new tool to target select audiences
Also: More tech companies announce partially reopening offices, communicators distance themselves from oil and gas companies, PR pros want more measurement and less staff on agency calls, and more.
Sally Ann O'Dowd
What is your company’s ‘Bridgerton’?
How businesses big and small are using cultural moments to drive meaningful social change.
Justin Joffe
Cruise industry responds CDC’s sailing ban, H&M retracts statement on Chinese labor following boycotts, and Twitter takes responsibility for Capitol riot
Also: Microsoft reports large increases in email over the past year, Snapchat shares user data on holiday celebrations, readers weigh in on their feelings about flying, and more.
Sean O'Leary
The most important PR plan is the backup plan
Here’s how PR pros should consider building in contingencies when thinking through their campaigns and crisis strategies.
Maarten Albarda
Is brand purpose overblown?
Consumers say they want companies to act ethically, but not many are willing to alter their purchasing habits — or sacrifice comfort for convenience.
Ted Kitterman
Modera’s Alyson Yarberry on how to make giving back a foundational principle
With a mindset centered on service, a PR pro can make the work particularly meaningful, even during difficult times.
Justin Joffe
Facebook’s Zuckerberg proposes new systems to police social media content, General Mills defends reputation after shrimp-tail scandal, and Jay Leno apologizes for history of anti-Asian jokes
Also: Slack instantly removes its ‘DM anyone’ feature, journalists share top reasons for rejecting pitches, Chrissy Teigen leaves Twitter, and more.
Ragan Insider Tony Silber
How to respond when a workplace crisis hits
Whether it’s sexual harassment, discrimination, workplace wrongdoing, or violence, a highly detailed response plan is essential for every organization, the consultant Erin Folk says.
Justin Joffe
AstraZeneca dinged for inaccurate vaccine data in press release, productivity on collaborative tasks falters during WFH, and Citigroup bans Friday video calls
Also: Facebook shares tips for in-platform fundraising, NYC announces end to remote work for city employees, Goldman Sachs’ CEO responds to internal survey results, and more.
