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Is it a terrible PR move or just a juicy corporate communications case? Yesterday McDonald’s announced it is suing ex-CEO Steve Easterbrook over previously undisclosed relationships with company employees. Easterbrook was let go in 2019 because of what was termed a “consensual relationship” with an unnamed employee.
In their annual analysis of trends in business and communications, the10company sees 2019 as a year of influence for employees and consumers. Whether you are an impassioned employee or a socially conscious consumer, internal and external audiences are making their voices heard as never before.”
A report by Allegory sets out the urgent need for organisations to act on issues related to Corporate Digital Responsibility (CDR) and proposes a framework to support planning. I’ve been working with the team at Allegory to explore the issue of Corporate Digital Responsibility (CDR).
The Institute for Public Relations and PR NEWS have published a study of corporate communication teams and their contribution to organisations. The Evolving Communication Function reports that the strength of internal relationships and reporting lines are the greatest indicator of the performance of a corporate communication team.
Forty-four percent of 210 CEOs surveyed said their most important communication goal for 2019 was to sell the company’s products and services, and 60% said they were unlikely to speak out about any social issue. It’s good news that corporate leaders are starting to appreciate the power of social media, but progress has been slow.
LGBTQ+ employees are looking to their employers to protect them, particularly in places where state governments are making it clear that we are not entitled to equality under the law. It sounds like the consumer brand that uses its voice to advocate for equality and demonstrates what that means with its corporate donation strategy.
The 2019 version is soon to be released and I perused the coverage to see what was new. This is flat in comparison to the median salaries PRWeek reported* over last several years: 2019: $95,000. It’ll be interesting to see if that changes in 2019 because last year, wage growth in the broader economy bounced up and down.
Already in 2019, corporate crises appear to be increasing and getting nastier than 2018. According to The Holmes Report , last year brought an increasing penchant for corporate scandals. So how does a company handle a corporate crisis in today’s world? We’re rethinking corporate crisis. Be Prepared.
It’s July 2019. QUESTIONS : Is corporate reputation a focus for your organization in 2020? Is what employees, customers, prospective customers, media and social influencers say about you important? Corporate reputation is now a strategic intangible asset that affects an organization’s: Financials.
Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR) campaigns are on the rise as brands explore how they can stand out in a crowded, noisy marketplace, position themselves apart from their competition and make a statement with consumers. Exhibit A: Never before have so many LGBTQ+ rainbows appeared on products and storefronts than Pride 2019.
The revelations that Moonves actively obstructed the investigation into claims that he sexually harassed and even assaulted employees came nearly a year after CBS fired Charlie Rose for sexual harassment. The mess just goes to show that most secrets don’t stay hidden forever, and that corporate cover-ups rarely stay that way.
For corporate communicators, Pride in 2021 can seem confusing and challenging. LGBTQ people are voters, employees, family members and consumers. It’s not your LGBTQ employees’ job to be the sole voice representing your company, and not all LGBTQ employees are able or interested in speaking out for you.
Indeed, we’ve entered a new era of expectations for corporate and organizational LGBTQ engagement. Corporate social responsibility that is inclusive of LGBTQ advocacy is no longer just a buzzword; it’s an obligation and an expectation. We’re a growing electorate, consumer base and employee bloc. adult population does as well.
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Her book, an Amazon bestseller, was ranked as one of INC Magazine 9 Books Every Professional Should Read in 2019 and Kirkus described her book as a “compelling argument and a spirited call to action against workplace age discrimination.” Patti Temple Rocks is the author of I’m Not Done : It’s Time to Talk About Ageism in the Workplace.
LinkedIn says a whopping 30% of a brand page’s engagement comes from employees. That same LinkedIn survey also says employees are 14 times more likely to share content from their employers than other types of content on LinkedIn. but if I had to guess it would easily be north of 50% employee comments. of users in the U.S.
It became one of the year’s biggest news stories, one worth exploring in-depth as 2019 concludes. In the new era of corporate responsibility, large organizations increasingly turn on a dime when faced with criticism on social media. Tip 1: Live your values. In an Oct. Tip 5: Keep the team on-message.
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I’ve noticed some stats and numbers recently that lead me to believe 2019 may be the start to more CEOs embracing social media. First trend : Employees wanting to see more of their leaders online/on social media. If you follow Jack on Twitter or LinkedIn , you’ll notice he interacts with employees all the time.
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On May 3, 2019, ReputationUs president, Casey Boggs, presented at PRSA’s CommCon 2019. Employee Engagement. Casey also shared results from the first ever Reputation Survey conducted by RepUs and DHM Research unveiled in April 2019. Policies and Procedures. Community Relevancy. Crisis Communication Planning.
This blog was originally published on AdAge.com on December 18, 2019. However, earned media can be amplified in numerous ways, including company newsletters, email campaigns, corporate social media channels, employee advocacy programs, etc. They also have a sensitivity to subtleties associated with each piece of content.
looks a whole lot different in 2019 than it did in 2009 when I first started to build mine (online, at least). Today, I want to talk about six rules to building and maintaining YOUR “personal brand” in 2019. You’re a communicator with a focus on social employee advocacy programs.
In my assessment, SocialChorus is an interesting internal communications platform – in a time when employee communications is more important than ever. SocialChorus claims “50% year-over-year growth in both 2018 and 2019” and that growth “has accelerated in 2020.” The Cision deal was announced in 2019 and closed this year.
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For example, the 2019 JOTW Communications Survey posed this question to 223 PR and communications pros…and we received a wide variety of answers from respondents. 1) “Make sure that employees, customers and the market understand our company, its services and goals.”. Some of this variety stems from the organizational chart.
Year of the employee. 2022 is going to be known as the year of the employee. Qualified employees are scarce, and companies recognize that they need to be seen as great places to work and thrive as well as strong brands. But it’s employee retention and engagement that will take priority.
He advocated for social responsibility and open, ethical corporate behavior — years before laws and a changing business environment compelled it. In addition to an excellent personal reputation for professional ethics, Epley required his employees to embrace PRSA’s Code of Ethics, including adherence to the Code in client contracts.
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But a new survey out of the Center for Public Relations at USC Annenberg shows that isn’t happening among some PR pros and corporate communicators. The annual survey polled 210 CEOs, 1,583 PR professionals and 378 students with an eclectic mix of questions to develop the 2019 Global Communications Report.
Falling salaries The average wages for all respondents, and for those working full time, are marginally lower than they were in 2019 – down £908 on the previous year at £52,136. However, the median income for respondents working full time is markedly higher at £45,000, compared to £30,000 in 2019.
Here’s a reverse-chronological look at how 2019 shaped up. A survey of 300 leaders in businesses with more than 1,000 employees found about one third did not understand the duties of their communications shop – and even fewer saw the value. Blogs, including independent and corporate blogs, can be credible. Impressions: 66%.
3) lack of employee experience (25%). Lack of employee experience”. The lack of employee experience is a new challenge near the top of the list for the first time. 25% lack of employee experience. In the years 2018, 2019 and 2020, the survey saw a majority of respondents cite a single answer as the top challenge.
That’s why 2019 JOTW Communications Survey , which was conducted in collaboration with Ned Lundquist for the second year in a row and polled 223 communicators, included three questions about measurement. 8) Employee engagement surveys: 36%. Here are the top ten metrics respondents say they track: 1) Web traffic / web analytics: 73%.
Here’s what the Crenshaw team was most thankful for in 2019. Crenshaw’s company culture puts its employees in a position to form bonds with each other on a personal level. In other offices I’ve worked at it was a more corporate setting with cubicles and there was little opportunity for sharing ideas. CHRIS HARIHAR, PARTNER.
This will contribute to even more noise, and it will make high-quality corporate content both more appreciated and harder to find.”. There is a new corporate scenario that directly impacts all audiences and communication channels. Employee communication will continue to be a major focus for many CCOs.
When asked about specific functions, respondents overwhelmingly said employee communications (93%) grew in importance compared to pre-pandemic times. 2019 JOTW Communications Survey. Presentation: The 2019 JOTW Communications Survey. Blog: What Does “Storytelling” Mean to You? 105 Answers from Communicators. Blog: What is PR?
When two of Boeing’s new 737 MAX passenger jets crashed within five months of each other in late 2018 and early 2019, killing a total of 346 people in Ethiopia and Indonesia, the company faced the worst crisis in its 100-year history. In July 2019, we set up a $100 million fund, with $50 million for direct payments to families.
It later merged with near-peer Crimson Hexagon in 2018 and acquired Qriously , a survey tool, in 2019. Even so, it speaks volumes that the company has closed on 16 other corporate transactions in recent history before it got around to thinking about AI. Similarly, Agility PR is owned by Innodata (NASDAQ: INOD).
Respondents identified the top comms challenges as 1) cutting through the noise (35%); 2) too many priorities (31%); and 3) lack of employee experience (25%). The lack of employee experience is a new challenge near the top of the list for the first time. 2019 JOTW Communications Survey. Top three comms challenges.
Published by the Nonprofit Association of Oregon on May 1, 2019. But recently, the importance of corporations working with nonprofits has been proven to successfully enhance a company’s reputation. Most often a nonprofit’s engagement with a corporation is responsive or reactive. Authored by Casey Boggs , ReputationUs.
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*Article published on January 4, 2019 in the Credit Union Times. 2019 will be another pivotal year for credit unions to emerge as credible, trusted financial institutions. Reputation Action 1: Focus on Employees … First. As 2019 evolves, so will the chatter internally and externally about your credit union.
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