Should Musk insist on a pay-for-play blue check, companies and PR pros must devise methods that maintain public trust for their Twitter feeds.
Stories by Nicole Schuman
AP Style Update: Elections
November 3rd, 2022 by Nicole SchumanFor this AP style installment, we review classic terms used in writing about elections.
NBA Drops the Ball in Responding to Irving’s Antisemitic Tropes
November 2nd, 2022 by Nicole SchumanA prompt response is a hallmark of crisis communication. The NBA and the Brooklyn Nets waffled on their initial responses to Kyrie Irving’s antisemitic posting. Have they run out of time to act?
[VIDEO] PRNEWS Live Talks Measurement for 2023 with Ketchum
November 1st, 2022 by Nicole SchumanWith the word “recession” looming over the U.S. economy, Ketchum provided insight into how measurement and data-driven planning can optimize strategy.
Communication Tips for Combatting a Forgotten DEI Topic: Ageism
October 24th, 2022 by Nicole SchumanAgeism in messaging can be bad for business. Research shows that 56 cents of every dollar spent comes from the 50-plus community.
[VIDEO] PRNEWS Live Compares PR to Working at a Haunted House
October 20th, 2022 by Nicole SchumanPRNEWS welcomed Stacey Federoff, senior account executive at Red Havas and part-time haunted house employee. We discussed similarities between working as a haunt actor and a communicator.
Going Public for Breast Cancer Awareness
October 17th, 2022 by Nicole SchumanToo many people put off or were unable to get breast cancer screenings during the pandemic’s early months. As such, messaging emphasizing screening is needed now.
Shifting Pitching Tactics Yields Positive Results for Communicators
October 11th, 2022 by Nicole SchumanA recent survey offers good news for media relations pros—their shorter pitches seem to be prompting journalists to respond at higher rates.
Public Not Hearing COVID Bivalent Booster Message
October 5th, 2022 by Nicole SchumanIn the latest KFF COVID-19 Vaccine survey, results show that awareness regarding the updated boosters is only “relatively modest.” So how can communication help?
Communicators Push Educational Messages as American Interest in Electric Vehicles Grows
October 4th, 2022 by Nicole SchumanThe rise in consumer interest in electronic vehicles highlights the need for clear, effective messaging. Education is a priority as is jargon-free communication that addresses range anxiety and infrastructure issues.