Lisa Sirkin Vielee
How PR pros can help reduce the stigma around mental illness
It matters what words we use—and what actions we take that back up all the talking.
Leadership Communications
Ted Kitterman
Facebook proposes name change, Southwest backtracks on vaccine mandates, and Zillow blames supply chain home-buying freeze
Also: GE, Union Pacific and others announce vaccine mandates, how Facebook’s brand reputation affects user numbers, how personal storytelling offers COVID-19 messaging opportunities, and more.
Brian Smith and Mary Smith
5 keys to better, more substantive leadership comms
Heed this advice to create a culture that honors diversity, facilitates honest feedback and values genuine authenticity.
Gary F. Grates
4 key tenets for leading through ambiguity
COVID-19 is teaching organizations to operate in new and unfamiliar ways.
Justin Joffe
Boeing responds to latest production woes, the financial well-being of U.S. adults suffers, and LinkedIn closes platform in China
Also: Heinz invests in a Halloween store, White House partners with FedEx, UPS and Walmart to improve supply chain, Instagram launches live broadcast scheduler, and more.
Joel Schwartzberg
6 public speaking considerations you should stop caring about
Don’t stress out about oozing charisma, crafting a perfect delivery or getting gussied up for the occasion. Instead, focus on knowing and conveying your point.
Ted Kitterman
French/West/Vaughan’s Natalie Best: ‘There is always a silver lining’
Here’s how the chief operating officer and principal for FWV navigates her busy schedule in these new times.
Justin Joffe
Netflix leader defends Chappelle program to employees, US marketers increase diversity in content, and Facebook outlines protections for public figures
Also: Hotels.com searches for bathtub influencer, Chipotle execs explain strategy for investing in talent, and more.
Jenny Petty
How leaders should take their cue from TV’s Ted Lasso
The popular character from the Apple TV series shows how audiences are clamoring for a new kind of empathy and compassion.
Ted Kitterman
How the rise of blockchain technology offers opportunity for communicators
From cryptocurrency to NFTs, there’s a big story to be told about the emerging technology of blockchain. Here’s how one PR pro is looking to capitalize on the trend.
Justin Joffe
Pharmacy chains respond to opioid lawsuit, Americans take responsibility for data security, and Home Depot announces delivery partnership with Walmart
Also: Bank of America creates financing directory for women entrepreneurs, Tesla explains racism lawsuit to employees, William Shatner goes to space, and more.
Mary Olson-Menzel
Your network is your superpower
Here’s how you can make the most of your connections with industry colleagues and peers.
Justin Joffe
Facebook explains service interruption, 52% of Americans don’t trust social media, and Jamie Dimon irks with MLK comparison
Also: Brach’s shares top candy corn purchases by state, AMC Theatres brags about record weekend revenue, WaPo journalist apologizes for errant tweet, and more.
Ragan Insider Jeanet Wade
The 6 C’s every employee needs
The “Great Resignation” is real, but it’s not inevitable. To keep your best workers on board, nurture these deep needs that go well beyond cash.
Marie-Josée Gagnon
10 best PR practices for successfully entering the Canadian market
If you are looking to make inroads with the friendly neighbors to the north of the U.S., consider these tips.
