Conducting a large layoff is a challenge many executives may face. But delivering this news need not result in a reputation crisis.
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Zuckerberg, Musk and Layoffs: How to and How Not to Deliver Bad News
November 14th, 2022 by Deborah Hileman
How Ukraine’s Social Media Playbook Bolsters Western Support
November 10th, 2022 by Alden DanielFinding the correct tone for your organization’s social posts is an important part of breaking through the noise and capturing consumer engagement. In the midst of a war, three light-hearted tweets from Ukraine succeeded.
Considering Audiences’ Spiritual Interests May Help Your Messaging
November 9th, 2022 by Brad Benbow and Phil DanielsThe authors argue consumers’ spiritual beliefs can help predict behavior. As such, we should add it to traditional demographics and psychographics.
Explainer: What is the Metaverse?
November 8th, 2022 by Erika BradburyAs part of our Explainer series, PRNEWS offers brief thoughts about the metaverse and its potential implications for communicators and brands.
What Do Twitter’s Blue Check Mark Changes Mean for Brands?
November 8th, 2022 by Nicole SchumanShould Musk insist on a pay-for-play blue check, companies and PR pros must devise methods that maintain public trust for their Twitter feeds.
Boston Bruins’ PR Lesson: Pulling a Fast One Isn’t Easy
November 7th, 2022 by John GuilfoilThe Boston Bruins created a PR mess Nov. 4 when they attempted to pull a fast one on the public. Tell the whole truth is the PR lesson here.
How PR, Data and Authentic Reporting Help Convey ESG’s Value and Avoid Greenwashing
November 7th, 2022 by Cortney Stapleton and Garrett BondWhile ESG is not a PR endeavor, communicators play important roles in its success. Preventing greenwashing is just one of PR’s jobs. Communicators also should convey ESG’s importance internally and externally.
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?
43% of PR Pros Measuring More in Shaky Economy, Yet 69% Battle Measurement Barriers
November 1st, 2022 by Seth ArensteinAs was the case in 2021, our annual Measurement Month survey found reasons for optimism about measurement and data use in PR. Yet issues persist as measurement barriers block a full-on celebration.