We asked chief communicators about their 2022 priorities, lessons from the pandemic they’ll use moving forward, hiring practices and more.
Internal Communication
CCOs Prioritize Customer and Employee Engagement in 2022’s ‘New Normal’
January 5th, 2022 by Erika BradburyCompliance Tools, Social Listening Help Internal Comms Pros in Crisis
December 21st, 2021 by Nicole SchumanInternal communication has become a critical part of how companies think about crisis. As we know, some of the best ways to limit damage from a crisis are planning and preparing. Thinking through potential crisis situations, creating a response plan and practicing regularly can help an organization reduce fallout from a crisis or reputation disaster, if not avoid it from happening in the first place.
PR Predictions for 2022 from the PRNEWS Team
December 20th, 2021 by PRNEWSCommunications continues to be an essential function, particularly as companies, organizations and individuals continue to wade through pandemic challenges. The PRNEWS editorial team highlights some innovations and predictions we predict will be important for 2022.
Communicators Offer Guidance as Omicron Dominates Headlines
November 29th, 2021 by Sophie MaerowitzAs public health entities raise the alarm around the Omicron variant, communicators face the daunting challenge of what to tell employees and the public.
Report Finds Steep Disconnect Between Internal Communication and Employees
November 9th, 2021 by Nicole SchumanNearly 70 percent of communicators think they know what updates and information employees need. However, only 31 percent of employees agree, according to an Axios HQ survey.
What PR Pros Can Do to Get Ahead of the Vaccine Mandate
October 14th, 2021 by Andrew MoyerPresident Biden’s vaccine mandate may be finalized next week. To get ready, corporate PR pros should establish regular, transparent communication now.
Internal Communicators Rely on PR Basics to Address Return to Work
October 1st, 2021 by Seth ArensteinThey are among the most-asked questions now: What will the return to office (RTO) look like and when will it happen? For most companies, the truth is, ‘We’re not entirely sure.’
United’s Vaccine Mandate Offers Example of Executive Communication
September 29th, 2021 by Sophie MaerowitzUnited Airlines has begun the termination process for unvaccinated employees, raising communications challenges at the executive level. Here are some external and internal comms takeaways from the move.
Internal Communication is Key to Keeping Employees Motivated During Uncertainty
August 20th, 2021 by Dustin YorkDue to the Delta variant, companies are cancelling or delaying return-to-office plans. Managers are scrambling to revise schedules. Employees are disappointed, confused and frustrated. Many were looking forward to in-person interactions with colleagues. In the face of lingering uncertainty and frustration, HR and internal communication teams will have their work cut out for them. How and what they communicate will play a key role in motivating employees.
When We Return to the Office, Internal Communication will Rise Again
July 26th, 2021 by Stacy AdamsAs it did during the outset of the pandemic, internal communication once again will take center stage as companies get set to re-open offices. An emphasis on the basics of good communication will rule the day.