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Terms You Need to Know [November 2021]

November 16th, 2021 by

This month’s terms to know include Decentralized Autonomous Organization and WhatAboutism.

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Pope’s Journalist Nod May Signal Vatican Messaging Shift

November 15th, 2021 by

In a rare move from the Vatican, Pope Francis thanked journalists Nov. 13 for years of unflinching investigation into sexual abuse within the Catholic Church. We’ll soon see whether this week’s coverage is an example of smart long-term reputation management from the Vatican, or more of a buffer from any scandals on the horizon.

[VIDEO] Rachael Horwitz, Communication and Marketing Head at a16z Crypto and Operating Partner at Andreessen Horowitz

November 12th, 2021 by

PRNEWS Live welcomed Rachael Horwitz, head of communication and marketing at a16z Crypto and operating partner at Andreessen Horowitz. She discussed the basics of blockchain and cryptocurrency and how communication and marketing play into this burgeoning sector.

A Day to Remember and Listen to Veterans

November 11th, 2021 by

In observance of Veterans Day, we again asked former Pentagon PR pro Steve Manuel for his thoughts.

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Report Finds Steep Disconnect Between Internal Communication and Employees

November 9th, 2021 by

Nearly 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. 

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Police Response to Astroworld Tragedy Shows Importance of Timing, Risk Management

November 8th, 2021 by

The Astroworld Tragedy is gut-wrenching. A source told The New York Times that Houston Police Chief Troy Finner shared concerns about crowd control directly with performer Travis Scott in a visit right before the show. Municipal PR veteran John Guilfoil shares some PR learnings so far.

The Not-So-Jolly Aaron Rodgers Controversy’s PR Lessons

November 8th, 2021 by

Football star Aaron Rodgers tarnished a stellar and lucrative reputation when he tried to get cute with the press about the COVID-19 vaccination.

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‘Fall Back’ Deals with Bad Reputation as Daylight Savings Time Ends

November 5th, 2021 by

The majority of public opinions regarding standard time are not pleasant. Winter can be long, and it’s tough to end working for the day when it’s already dark out without Daylight Savings Time.

In VA, ‘All Politics is Local,’ ‘It’s The Economy, Stupid’ = ‘Know Your Audience’

November 3rd, 2021 by

PRNEWS takes a rare look at political communication. We found a slew of PR takeaways in the VA governor’s race.

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Young Voices: On Navigating a Pandemic and Finding a Voice

November 2nd, 2021 by

Kristy Lucero knows the vital importance of working in PR. In her current role she’s focused on developing and implementing communications strategies to meet the needs of her healthcare clients.