Allison Carter
In AP style, don’t capitalize these words
Here are some of the common mistakes for writers on capitalization.
Writing & Editing
Emma Atkinson
Goop-ification: Brands are using wellness messaging to stay relevant – but there are risks
From mental health reminders to sex toy partnerships, here’s how brands are entering the health and wellness space.
Emma Atkinson
Pinterest bans climate misinformation, Google’s DeepMind addresses its sexual misconduct process and Americans question safety of self-driving cars
Also: A Substack comms pro takes heat for her swipe at Twitter employees in her message about open roles at the organization.
Ted Kitterman
What communicators need to know about identity language
Dictionary.com’s senior director of editorial explains how language is changing — and why it matters so much for corporate leaders and communicators to stay up to date.
Ragan Insider Allison Carter
Beyond commas and typos: What to look at when you’re editing
Ask these three questions to make sure you’re editing and not just proofreading.
Amanda Ponzar
3 tips for finding your executive’s voice as a ghostwriter
Here’s a helpful guide on writing for someone else’s authentic voice.
Ragan Insider Allison Carter
When you need to use the Oxford comma in AP Style
AP Style is designed to minimize characters used, but clarity is always king.
Ragan Insider Ted Kitterman
In the attention economy, writing still packs a punch
For some audiences—particularly top business execs—written content is indispensable in researching important decisions. Here’s how PR pros are thinking about their skill sets.
Ragan Insider Ted Kitterman
These are the Cleveland Clinic’s 5 Cs for sparkling social content
Executive editor Amanda Todorovich shares how social media writing should be conversational, yet concise in a recent video for Ragan Training.
Ted Kitterman
Uniqlo won’t leave Russia, top research for PR pros and tech companies address anxiety over return to the office
Also: CVS touts accessibility in metaverse play, investors push for change on taxes and transparency, and Stoli looks to rebrand amid Ukraine crisis.
Emma Atkinson
PR exec draws ire over secret industry news site purchase, Black Americans want greater ESG effort and Abbott responds to recall of baby formula
Also: Ulta Beauty shares partnership with Rihanna’s Fenty brand on social media, and more.
Robby Brumberg
How to edit like a pro
Identify the author’s key points, eliminate needless text, and let verbs do the heavy lifting. As you revise and polish, do so with empathy.
Emma Atkinson
Meta denies data misuse after Texas lawsuit, where U.S. audiences turn for info on Black history and Harper’s Magazine slammed over NYC job posting
Also: Lids partners with legacy Black sports organizations for exclusive apparel line and more.
Ragan Insider Elizabeth Cogswell Baskin
5 communication tips to build trust with workers
Be honest—especially when the news is bad. Encourage employees to ask tough questions, and clearly convey top leaders’ vision for the future.
Justin Joffe
Tesla denies discrimination allegations, travel brands fail to win over Black travelers and Unilever hints at Ben & Jerry’s return to Israel
Also: OpenTable shares most romantic restaurants in America, Meredith shelves print editions of Entertainment Weekly and InStyle, and more.
