DAILY SCOOP

Hasbro and Scrabble association ban slurs, United Airlines might lay off up to 36,000 employees, and 51% of PR pros are burned out

Also: Microsoft reveals new Teams features to complement virtual meetings, Potbelly’s drops wellness reminders, get $1,000 to play Animal Crossing, and more.

MEASUREMENT

A first look at the Barcelona Principles 3.0

The update to the guidelines for measuring your communications programs includes greater inclusion, transparency and integrity.

RESEARCH

Report: Workers staying resilient amid COVID-19 fallout

New research reveals two-thirds of employees are managing to stay productive and upbeat amid ongoing turmoil.

COVID-19

3 key takeaways from COVID-19 crisis communications

Be transparent, focus on the facts, and be kind to the reporters trying to cover a once-in-a-generation crisis.

COVID-19

Study: 1 in 5 employees report decrease in work productivity

Despite this slight dip, a new study suggests that engagement, morale and sentiment toward employers are holding steady.

COVID-19

Using surveys to guide your recovery

After the COVID-19 crisis, you need accurate data and insights to inform your messaging.

DAILY SCOOP

Retailers pull Boohoo amid workers’ rights claims, LinkedIn introduces pronunciation tool, and Walmart prepares to compete with Amazon

Also: Spotify offers customized workout playlists, Instagram launches feature to pin top comments, trending articles are shared more than evergreen content, and more.

COVID-19

Infographic: How to maintain and sustain healthy remote work habits

Establish a sustainable routine, be intentional about pursuing positive interactions, and give yourself regular breaks.

COVID-19

Creating an internal task force around return to the workplace

A look at how communicators are navigating this complex issue.

THE WORKPLACE

4 steps for adopting a ‘diversity first’ practice in PR

Here’s how you can bring more consciousness to your workflow—and an exercise to help evaluate previous work and identify hidden bias or blind spots.

DAILY SCOOP

Networks highlight Black-owned businesses for #BlackOutDay2020, TikTok promises to leave Hong Kong, and OKCupid opens pronouns feature to all

Also: Microsoft shares employee insights in a ‘Disability in the Workplace’ series, Instagram is gaining marketing budgets, Harvard and Princeton prepare for fall, and more.

HEALTH CARE

Improving employee wellness with an annual challenge

Community Health Charities took its annual health challenge online in hopes of creating community and driving wellness for workers during the pandemic.

THE WORKPLACE

What future PR pros want brands to know about DE&I

Young consumers and employees are leading a revolution around equity and inclusion in the workplace. Here’s what they have to teach their future employers and clients.

THE WORKPLACE

How diversity officers are tackling the current cultural moment

Leaders from Google, Porter Novelli and Edelman shared insights and strategies during ColorCommCON.  Here’s the counsel they’re offering right now.