DAILY SCOOP

SEC to ask U.S. companies to disclose climate change risk, users confused by Facebook Protect’s spammy emails and more

Also: A ketchup brand helps struggling restaurants increase their positive reviews, what inspires consumers to try CBD products and other stories.

MEDIA RELATIONS

Considering an April Fool’s prank? Avoid these 3 mistakes

Celebrating the annual prank holiday the wrong way can have big consequences.

THE WORKPLACE

3 Cs for better hiring in a red hot labor market

It’s hard to compete for talent—but these simple rules will help you offer and organization stand out.

LEADERSHIP COMMUNICATIONS

6 leadership lessons from top leaders for 2022

Learn from leaders who have risen to the challenges of the last two years.

DAILY SCOOP

USAA downplays $140M government fine, TikTok expands new ‘Stories’ feature and Netflix’s power revealed with Formula 1 partnership

Also: Mattress Firm releases branded podcast about sleep.

THE FRIDAY REPORTER

Bustle Digital’s president offers glimpse of the digital news business

Jason Wagenheim explains how his Bustle, Gawker and others in his portfolio have weather the everchanging media landscape.

PR INDUSTRY

How PR agencies should answer the question, ‘Did they help?’

Actions matter more than words—and agencies should think about how they can stand with clients to strengthen communities.

WINNING CAMPAIGNS

How Campfire Marshmallow built awareness with a giveaway contest

Campfire Marshmallows’ ‘Great Escape Giveaway’ offered campaign gear to a lucky random winner. Created by ColinKurtis Advertising, it won in the ‘Contest or Game’ category of PR Daily’s 2021 Digital Marketing & Social Media Awards.

DAILY SCOOP

Brands cash in on March Madness NIL deals, customers bash Netflix’s efforts to prevent account sharing and why PR pros should value Twitter ‘lurkers’

Also: Grape-Nuts marks Women’s History Month by financially supporting female explorers.

PR INDUSTRY

How brands are marking St. Patrick’s Day in 2022

From educating consumers about the proper spelling of ‘Paddy’ to helping friends and family gather in style, brand managers are hoping everyone feels Irish in 2022.

RESEARCH SNAPSHOT

Black Americans don’t always see good intentions in Black History Month promos, per report

A new study from Digital reveals skepticism about marketing efforts to highlight the Black experience.

RAGAN AWARDS

Announcing Ragan's Employee Communications & Top Places to Work Awards winners

Congratulations to this impressive group of winners!

WELLNESS

‘We’re all vulnerable’: Responding to workplace PTSD

Report: Mental health is improving, but worker PTSD is on the rise.

DAILY SCOOP

Starbucks pushes to phase out iconic cups, Meta’s 9/11 documentary experience raises eyebrows and tech industry faces sustainability questions

Also: PETA jumps into buzzy ‘Elden Ring’ video game to promote its mission and values.