DAILY SCOOP

Pharmacy chains respond to opioid lawsuit, Americans take responsibility for data security, and Home Depot announces delivery partnership with Walmart

Also: Bank of America creates financing directory for women entrepreneurs, Tesla explains racism lawsuit to employees, William Shatner goes to space, and more.

COMMS WEEK

C-Span’s communications director: ‘Let’s focus on trust’ to fight misinformation

Learn how Howard Mortman builds trust with reporters by staying honest, approachable and respectful of their journalistic boundaries.

PR INDUSTRY

Your network is your superpower

Here’s how you can make the most of your connections with industry colleagues and peers.

COVID-19

Are workers willing to resign over vaccine mandates?

Three University of Florida professors present data that shows when push comes to shove, most employees won’t follow through with tough talk.

THE WORKPLACE

3 meaningful ways to show off your PR success in the office

Mark your biggest wins by displaying your awards trophies, big feature articles and more to make the case for your value.

COMMS WEEK

Attention, students: What will cutting-edge comms look like in 10 years?

Let us know your thoughts, and you could win a $200 gift card.

DAILY SCOOP

Facebook explains service interruption, 52% of Americans don’t trust social media, and Jamie Dimon irks with MLK comparison

Also: Brach’s shares top candy corn purchases by state, AMC Theatres brags about record weekend revenue, WaPo journalist apologizes for errant tweet, and more.

SOCIAL MEDIA

Consider these overlooked platforms in your social media plan

Facebook and Instagram are important channels, but those aren’t the only venues where your audience spends time. Consider these alternatives.

PR INDUSTRY

How to prepare for what’s coming down the path for PR pros

The industry is changing fast. There used to be a PR playbook—not anymore. Here’s what should be on your radar.

COMMS WEEK

Video: SoundExchange comms leader how the role is expanding

The conversation with Ragan CEO Diane Schwartz comes ahead of Communications Week 2021 where we will be discussing transformation of the industry and PR/comms role.

DAILY SCOOP

Airlines announce vaccine mandates, Golden Globes touts increased member diversity, and 75% of marketers to increase social media spending

Also: Brands push digital fan engagement on National Taco Day, Alaska’s Katami National Park celebrates pudgy bears in social media contest, PwC frames remote work as inclusive, and more.

SOCIAL MEDIA

Interns should do more than work on social media

The assumption that young PR pros only care about TikTok is failing to train the next generation of PR pros.

LEADERSHIP COMMUNICATIONS

The 6 C’s every employee needs

The “Great Resignation” is real, but it’s not inevitable. To keep your best workers on board, nurture these deep needs that go well beyond cash.

PR INDUSTRY

10 best PR practices for successfully entering the Canadian market

If you are looking to make inroads with the friendly neighbors to the north of the U.S., consider these tips.