Also: Retailers relax mask rules for shoppers, Palm Springs art museum blushes over Marilyn Monroe statue, and WarnerMedia & Discovery announce a merger.

TODAY’S HEADLINES – 05.17.2021  
 
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DAILY SCOOP

Venmo responds to privacy vulnerability, consumers want companies to address social justice issues, and Twitter users roast CDC guidelines

Also: Retailers relax mask rules for shoppers, Palm Springs art museum blushes over Marilyn Monroe statue, and WarnerMedia & Discovery announce a merger.


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DIVERSITY AND INCLUSION

How communicators can make a difference in stopping anti-Asian hate

The Museum of Public Relations hosted industry leaders for a discussion of the Asian-American experience in the industry and how comms leaders can make a difference in their communities.


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THE WORKPLACE

5 steps to reignite your productivity

When your train of thought runs off the rails, use these tactics to get back on track.



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PR INDUSTRY

What PR tools can and can’t do for your pitching efforts

A media database or social listening tool can help inform your best work—but don’t rely on the tech to do all the work for you. Here’s how savvy pros use their toolkits.


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DAILY SCOOP

Industry groups respond to relaxed CDC guidelines, unvaccinated adults open to financial incentives, and Apple reacts to employee outcry over new hire

Also: Ellen DeGeneres announces her show to leave the air, social platforms respond to vaccine disinformation researchers, and Twitter users question vaccine promotions.


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PR INDUSTRY

After COVID-19, events are set to emerge stronger than ever

The events industry is undergoing a rebirth following intense disruption and innovation. Here’s how comms pros should seize the opportunities that lie ahead.


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WRITING & EDITING

10 tips to smash writer’s block

Set a timer, make a list, and break down big tasks into bite-size messaging morsels.  Above all, don’t let perfectionism slow you down.



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WINNING CAMPAIGNS

How IBM’s Policy Lab established leadership on tech policy and innovation

Among those reaching out to the Lab are G7 Embassies. The tech company’s efforts, with Precision Strategy, have earned a win in the Branding Campaign category of Ragan’s PR Daily Awards.


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DAILY SCOOP

WeWork’s CEO doubts remote workforce engagement, how companies earn trust, and cruise lines share plans to resume sailing in July

Also: the latest tech offers new horizons for accessibility, Instagram adds pronouns, and Ohio creates lottery to reward vaccinated residents.


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MEASUREMENT

How to ensure you capture meaningful data to inform your crisis response

Here are some tips and tools to help you measure your crisis comms efforts and use data to drive important decisions.


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CRISIS COMMUNICATIONS

How to protect your company—and reputation—against malicious disinformation

Arm yourself with tactics and tools to fight against false claims, slander and other digital threats.



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DIVERSITY AND INCLUSION

4 tips for developing empathy as a comms leader

The ability to put yourself in someone else’s shoes might seem like an ingrained character trait, but there are exercises to help hone this essential communications skill.


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PR DAILY AWARDS

Congratulations to our Communicators of the Year & Rising Star Awards, Class of 2021

Congratulations to all of our honorees! Learn more about these impressive communications professionals.


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DAILY SCOOP

McDonalds, Lyft and Uber push vaccine messaging and services, Black employees see less progress on DE&I, and Chipotle promises wage hike

Also: Mattel wants to recycle old Barbies, YouTube offers funds to compete with TikTok for influencers, insights from Ragan’s Communications Benchmark Report, and more.


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