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Defending Southwest’s Response: Strategic PR is What You Do, Not What You Say
January 27th, 2023 by Anthony D'AngeloProfessor Anthony D’Angelo responds to a PRNEWS article and defends how Southwest Airlines handled its winter debacle. He argues strategic PR is about what you do, not what you say. As such, PR should lead Southwest’s recovery.
Roundup: Hindenburg’s Important Facts, M&M’s Sticky Mess and Raising ChatGPT’s Allowance
January 26th, 2023 by Seth ArensteinIn this edition of Week in Review, the Hindenburg-Adani case shows an activist investors’ allegations demand factual responses.
[VIDEO] PRNEWS Live Discusses Mentorship
January 26th, 2023 by Nicole SchumanTo celebrate National Mentorship Month, PRNEWS Live welcomed Lisa Vasquez-Fedrizzi, senior vice president, people + culture at Lippe Taylor. We discussed all aspects of mentorship including finding a mentor, being a mentor and how to navigate those relationships.
How Should Communicators Use ChatGPT?
January 25th, 2023 by Nicole SchumanChatGPT may work well for organizations without the resources for a communication department. However, the technology’s advantages remain debatable. For now.
Data Roundup: Smaller Newsrooms, San Francisco’s Name, Employers and Political Info
January 25th, 2023 by Seth ArensteinIn this Data Roundup, we examine media, pitching, trust in business and creators/influencers. We also touch on ChatGPT and San Francisco.
Years after George Floyd, Diversity Lacks Rigorous Standards and Accountability
January 24th, 2023 by Erika BradburyFor Black History Month, we asked PR pros about DEI years since George Floyd’s murder. Some companies still see DEI as a nice-to-have instead of as a vital part of the business, they said.
Industry Spotlight: Healthcare Internal Communication
January 24th, 2023 by Nicole SchumanCommunicators everywhere can learn a lesson or two from the healthcare industry on how it faced its biggest internal communications challenges since 2020.
PR Alone Won’t Help Southwest, It Needs a Strategic Rebrand
January 23rd, 2023 by Deb GaborUsually an excellent communicator, Southwest Airlines must repair its reputation now. PR and apologies are important, but won’t be enough. Instead, it also needs a strategic rebrand.
PR Roundup: Online Banking Woes, TikTok Shutdowns, Amazon Frowns on ‘Smile’
January 19th, 2023 by Nicole SchumanThis week’s notable PR items showcase the consequences and impact of crisis at Zelle and TikTok as well as a change at Amazon.