Storytelling

Ted Kitterman

What inclusive language looks like for modern speechwriters

The co-founder of Speechwriters of Color shares his tips to ensure your speech reflects the diversity of your audience.

Brian Pittman

3 ‘firefighting’ lessons for public affairs pros

Here’s a peek at how public affairs pros can keep pace with change—courtesy of Scott Thomsen, who will share more insights in Ragan’s March 4 Speechwriters & Public Affairs Conference.

Liz Cies

Trust crisis: 5 changes you must embrace for 2021

For communicators, the pandemic has elevated their role while also making the challenges they face more difficult than ever before. Here are the tactics that should get more attention.

Beki Winchel

Thousands of brands’ ads found on sites with COVID-19 misinformation, Facebook labels UK climate change posts, and job listing language leads to museum’s leadership change

Also: Gimlet’s ‘Reply All’ podcast co-host steps back amid backlash, Aquarium of the Pacific makes a splash on TikTok, McDonald’s delights with chicken sandwich ‘drop’, and more.

Ragan Insider | Robby Brumberg

How Goodwill combats misinformation

The nonprofit’s PR leader offers a masterclass in tackling fake news and malicious rumors.

PR Daily Staff

Acceleron and HLK connect farmers with resources to fight the stigma of mental illness

Recognizing mental health crisis in the heartland, HLK and Acceleron launched a campaign to link hurting farmers with resources, winning Best Brand Activism honors in PR Daily’s 2020 CSR Awards.

Jared Meade

Remembering the diverse pioneers of PR: Joseph Varney Baker

The early PR industry, like all areas of American life, benefitted greatly from the contributions of Black visionaries. Here’s the story of the man behind the first Black-owned PR firm.

Beki Winchel

ERCOT and Texas officials respond to blackout, Spotify announces ‘Work from Anywhere’ policy, and Nestlé announces Vegan KitKat

Also: P&G ponders break with ‘Bachelor’ host Chris Harrison, Ford announces zero-emission goals for Europe, most small businesses don’t use link-building strategies, and more.

Beki Winchel

Chris Harrison steps back from ‘The Bachelor’, Indianapolis Museum of Art issues apology for job listing, and IHOP cancels Pancake Day promo

Also: AP Stylebook shares rules for Mardi Gras and Zoom-related coverage, the top 10 most ‘liked’ brands on Instagram, Three UK offers virtual workshops, and more.