Employee Engagement

Meghan Madhavan

What will internal communications look like in 2021?

Katie Liston, head of marketing for Contact Monkey, shared some key findings from a recent global survey of internal communicators.

Beki Winchel

Brands respond election results, Dixie Brewing changes moniker to ‘Faubourg Brewing Co.,’ and how marketers see the future of content

Also: Warner Bros. cuts ties with Johnny Depp, Bloomberg’s new TV play, PR pros share their videoconferencing setups, gifts for the strong and influential women in your life, and more.

Inga Skippings

Communicating with weary workers amid election aftermath

Follow this guidance as you give staffers grace and space during this stressful time.

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.

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.

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.

Rayna van Beuzekom & Alyssa Gormley

How future communicators are embracing DE&I in PRSSA chapters

Students at the University of Florida and Ohio University shares what DE&I means for their career journeys and how they are to educate themselves and their peers.

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.

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?

Beki Winchel

NHL’s Arizona Coyotes drop draft pick after backlash, Walmart removes guns from shelves due to ‘civil unrest,’ and brands make fun of tone-deaf Kardashian tweet

Also: Carters offers personalized videos from Santa, a Halloween costume encourages voting, 68% of agency executives have altered their offerings during COVID-19, and more.