Reputation

A PRSA panel on Communications Trends and Strategies for 2025 featured PR experts who provided their current PR concerns for the coming year, as well as key takeaways for tackling those issues and building trust.

This week looks at the aftermath of a popular influencer’s untimely death, the clock ticking down on TikTok and what the Omnicom/IPG merger means for the rest of the communications industry. 

The rise of greenwashing has cast a shadow over genuine sustainability initiatives, leading to a crisis in corporate ESG communications.

Louise Findlay-Wilson, managing director at Energy PR, outlines the steps brands should take to ensure their Black Friday strategy doesn’t damage their reputation.

The release of the “Wicked” movie musical offers an unexpected, but timely, guide on authenticity. Its story revolves around Elphaba, a misunderstood character branded “wicked” by those who distort her truth.

Social media trends come and go, but it seems to have been awhile since an existing social media platform (Bluesky) has encouraged so many users to jump ship from their current social media habits. Such moves are something for the PR and communication industry to pay attention to. 

This week’s PR Roundup follows Cision’s upcoming shutdown of Connectively, formerly known as HARO, the mass exodus of users and brands from X (formerly Twitter), and a new study featuring the pros and cons of AI for digital PR.

PR “spin”—in its proper and ethical context—is simply helping people tell their story better to reach target audiences more effectively. Here are the three steps to show anyone (and clients in particular) that spin is just fine—as long as it’s ethical.

PRNEWS attended a Chief Communications Officers Roundtable on Emerging Trends and Tactics in which panelists discussed innovative strategies used to connect with their audiences. 

As executives contemplate post-election communications, here are a few tips to help avoid unintentionally stepping on landmines while positioning your company for advocacy success in 2025.