Stephanie Chavez
Guidance for managing employee relations during COVID-19
A lawyer shares advice for engaging employees and protecting your business during these difficult days.
Executive Communication
Ted Kitterman
How Kelley Kronenberg’s Michelle Martinez Reyes sees silver linings in WFH
As many in the industry adjust to a new work/life balance and 100% remote work, some are enjoying the chance to reconnect with home and family.
Diane Schwartz
Brands can no longer be neutral
Richard Levick offers up raw truths about reputation management and offers tips on how you can position your organization for future success.
Judith O’Leary
5 ways to foster creativity in your PR and marketing team
The ability to find unique solutions isn’t an innate trait. Here’s how you can build an environment and culture that promotes discovery and imagination.
Beki Winchel
Disney lays off 28,000 employees, Shell to cut 9,000 jobs and Merriam-Webster tweets popular searches during presidential debate
Also: Pantone releases “period” color to eliminate menstruation stigma, Walmart to roll out redesign, Nordstrom to stop selling fur and exotic animal skins, and more.
Ragan Insider Ted Kitterman
DE&I job titles are on the rise
According to data from LinkedIn, diversity roles have become increasingly popular around the world in the last five years, as the global economy tries to find balance, equity and justice for all.
Beki Winchel
Universal Health Services scrambles after alleged ransomware attack, Japan Airlines removes gendered language and JPMorgan Chase’s WFH update
Also: Brand managers gear up for #NationalCoffee Day, PR budgets are down and content marketing gets organizations’ focus, WebMD stokes ire with chai latte recipe, and more.
Katrina Gill
Don’t let these 4 obstacles undermine your comms audit
It’s an ideal time to assess the state of your communications. Here are some arguments to overcome common excuses to avoid investing in the process.
Ted Kitterman
Why Zoom has changed the game for Montieth & Company
The videoconferencing tool has allowed managing partner Montieth Illingworth to connect with clients around the globe, push D&I efforts and boost employee morale.
Beki Winchel
Wells Fargo CEO apologizes for diversity comments, Uncle Ben’s rebrands as ‘Ben’s Original,’ and Walmart to hire 20,000 for digital-first holiday shopping
Also: Citi reveals the economic cost of racism and racial inequality, Pinterest adds video storytelling pins, we share tools to drive social media success, and more.
Heather Whaling
How you should think about inclusivity in your holiday calendar
Make sure to acknowledge the wide range of backgrounds employees might have when planning holiday breaks, office parties and more.
Beki Winchel
Wells Fargo criticized for diversity comments, Ralph Lauren to cut 15% of its workforce, and Bumble Bee Seafoods responds to Trump
Also: Reese’s gets salty with product launch, Microsoft introduces features for employee wellbeing, 78% of consumers buy from organizations that put employees first, and more.
Beki Winchel
5 Ruth Bader Ginsburg quotations to inspire communicators
The late Supreme Court justice was a fierce advocate of progressive moments and women’s rights. Here’s how you can apply her insights to your career path.
Ragan Insider Ted Kitterman
Report: Sharing your efforts to fight racism a key comms objective
With the data conclusively showing that brands and corporations must take a stand on the issue of systematic inequality and racism, half of consumers say they are unaware of organizations’ efforts.
Ted Kitterman
How Evoke KYNE’s Dante DelVecchio decompresses from a hectic workday
The PR world has kept everyone on their toes throughout months of crisis, but it’s crucial for pros to find a way to reduce stress and blow off steam. Here’s how one pro is managing his day.
