Internal Communication

Words and Phrases to be Banned, 2014 Edition

January 13th, 2014 by

English has 1.1 million words, more words than any other language, according to the Global Language Monitor and other sources. That’s double the next most prolific language. And English adds about 15 words per day,… Continued

5 Ways to Make a Successful Leap to Brand Storytelling

January 13th, 2014 by

Chris Hammond of Wells Fargo, and a speaker at PR News’ Feb. 4 Writing Boot Camp in San Francisco, offers five tips to help you make the leap to brand storytelling.

Playing Nice in a Multifaceted Media Environment

January 13th, 2014 by

How do multiple agencies play nice in this increasingly collaborative environment? Here are a few suggestions:

Employee Engagement Strategies in ‘STEM’ Workplaces Spark Creativity

January 6th, 2014 by

With global workforces that encompass technical professionals and blue-collar workers STEM communicators face the challenge of motivating employees with varying skills sets. Teams must overcome obstacles imposed by time zones and physical locations.

New Year’s Resolutions for the PR-Minded

December 31st, 2013 by

The good thing about New Year’s resolutions is that no one is really listening closely to what you are resolving to do.  But resolutions do crystallize our goals and make the month of January, at… Continued

PR Insider: Internal Communications In Periods of Rapid Growth

December 23rd, 2013 by

Rapid growth is a great problem for a company to have, but it remains a challenge for corporate communicators. Learn to adapt to your new situation and keep employees in the loop.

Benefits of Reciprocal Mentoring Apply to Both Sides of the Table

December 23rd, 2013 by

Being a part of a global PR agency is a double-edged sword for a young professional: It is both freeing and intimidating. The career possibilities are endless and therein lies the dilemma.

How To Hire a Social Media Manager

December 23rd, 2013 by

While hiring a social media guru to guide your expanded PR efforts typically makes good sense, it’s important to find a proven practitioner with the tools to take your marketing to the cutting edge.

Non-Verbal Communications: The Underutilized Skill

December 19th, 2013 by

There are certain people who even when they’re smiling warmly have a certain gravitas. They have a certain air that suggests intelligence, calculation, control, even as they engage the people around them. Bill Clinton has… Continued

Are You a ‘So What’ PR Writer?

December 19th, 2013 by

As communicators, we like to think of ourselves as good writers, but many of us are just reinforcing bad habits. Learn how to write copy that stands out.