Stories by Jon Hendl

Hope is not a PR tactic, yet it’s essential in communication campaigns, our author writes. The recovery of Damar Hamlin proves hope’s importance. Even BlackRock chief Larry Fink says he’s writing about the concept of hope in his New Year’s letter.

‘Keep moving ahead’ often is good advice in many endeavors. Turns out, this philosophy can help improve your PR writing, too.

U of Kentucky communicator Marc C. Whitt offers characteristics of the PR pro as servant leader. These include leading with humility, compassion and authenticity. In addition, the servant leader encourages career and educational growth in team members.

With fewer reporters covering more beats, PR should consider offering background briefings on complex topics, panelists said during a PRNEWS event. But be authentic; don’t disguise a pitch as a background briefing.

They were seemingly unrelated incidents. Yet the irony was thick. Crisis response worked well Monday night and failed badly Tuesday.

As we head toward a new year, our editorial staff offers brief thoughts about what 2023 holds for PR and communication.

We ask industry experts to discuss emerging media, influencer strategy and the role that influencers play in a 360-degree media approach.

Today’s news landscape lets consumers choose their news. As such, media relations pros must adapt and provide content that’s useful for journalists and their audiences. Here are 3 tactics that work.

Influencers can help and hurt. Since the PR pro’s job includes protecting brand reputation, they should know how morals clauses work.

Last-minute prep sessions won’t afford leaders solid communication skills. Instead, consider a proper training regime for leadership that include mock interviews, pivoting exercises and tips for change-management communication.