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Recession and Covid Fears Linger, Yet PR Can Thrive in 2023

January 30th, 2023 by

We are in uncertain times as recession loom, as does Covid, yet demand for thoughtful communication is rising. Our author is optimistic. Now’s the time for providing expertise on DEI and expanding capabilities of your business and employees, she argues.

Defending Southwest’s Response: Strategic PR is What You Do, Not What You Say

January 27th, 2023 by

Professor 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

In 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

To 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.

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How Should Communicators Use ChatGPT?

January 25th, 2023 by

ChatGPT may work well for organizations without the resources for a communication department. However, the technology’s advantages remain debatable. For now.

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Data Roundup: Smaller Newsrooms, San Francisco’s Name, Employers and Political Info

January 25th, 2023 by

In this Data Roundup, we examine media, pitching, trust in business and creators/influencers. We also touch on ChatGPT and San Francisco.

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Years after George Floyd, Diversity Lacks Rigorous Standards and Accountability

January 24th, 2023 by

For 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.

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Industry Spotlight: Healthcare Internal Communication

January 24th, 2023 by

Communicators 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

Usually 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.

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PR Roundup: Online Banking Woes, TikTok Shutdowns, Amazon Frowns on ‘Smile’

January 19th, 2023 by

This week’s notable PR items showcase the consequences and impact of crisis at Zelle and TikTok as well as a change at Amazon.