Bianchi Biz Blog

AUGUST 3, 2023

As generative AI tools continue to gain popularity in the workplace, it has become increasingly evident that automotive suppliers need to consider establishing a corporate policy that governs their employees’ use of these tools.

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PRSay

NOVEMBER 4, 2022

And the work of our corporate communications team had turned to sharing accurate, timely information and serving as an important adjunct to under-resourced public health agencies. Similarly, social media must assume responsibility for the information being shared on its platforms as their dominance as a news source grows.

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5W PR

JANUARY 2, 2020

While corporations have always been legal entities in their own right, new communication technologies have forced a change in the way companies communicate. Now, corporations are expected – and face a backlash if they fail – to project an image of accessibility and inclusiveness. Making Transparency a Priority.

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Agility PR Solutions

MARCH 22, 2022

Business owners that believe their employees are reading every single internal email they receive should think twice. Many workers tend to get dozens of emails on a daily basis, and everyone that’s sending out those emails is trying to grab the time and attention of those employees.

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PRSay

JANUARY 19, 2021

Only 35 percent of respondents have faith in social media, while 41 percent consider corporate “owned media” truthful and 53 percent trust traditional media. People now expect corporations to address today’s challenges as rigorously as they pursue profits, the report says. Trust in all news sources has fallen to record lows.

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5W PR

APRIL 26, 2021

If a poll of the company’s employees was taken today, which quadrille would they fall in regarding knowing the brand’s mission, vision and values – up to 25%, 50%, 75% or 100%? This became increasingly acute since the pandemic with many employees working remotely. What Makes For Good Corporate Culture?

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Stephen Waddington

JULY 1, 2021

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).

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Solo PR Pro

AUGUST 1, 2023

Hiring your first employee as a solo PR Pro is a significant milestone. To ensure a smooth and successful hiring process, we gathered five essential tips for solo PR Pros looking to bring on their first employee, along with valuable resources to help you along the way. Resources: Nerdwallet – Ready to Hire Your First Employee.

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PRSay

APRIL 22, 2020

The COVID-19 pandemic has had positive outcomes on employee engagement and collaboration, but mixed results on productivity, according to a new study focused on internal communication by the Institute for Public Relations and Peppercomm. The importance of engaging employees.

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Stephen Waddington

SEPTEMBER 7, 2021

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.

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Sword and the Script

NOVEMBER 8, 2022

Two different PR tech vendors have launched Corporate PR indices; one tracks corporate reputations and the other tracks risk exposure to misinformation . One aims to track corporate reputations and the other to track the risk exposure corporations face from misinformation. Signal AI launches a corporate reputation index.

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Melissa Agnes

APRIL 11, 2016

Information silos can trigger issues and handicap your crisis management. True crisis preparedness requires more than a plan, it requires the right corporate culture. Part of ensuring the right corporate culture means adapting the right mindset. What is an information silo, you ask?

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ImPRessions - Crenshaw Communications

NOVEMBER 20, 2017

Whether you’re a nonprofit targeting donors or a corporation trying to build customer and employee engagement through a giving program, there is one group of consumers who stand out — millennials. Brand-supported CSR programs should be developed with involvement from the company’s stakeholders, particularly employees.

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Wadds Inc.

MAY 14, 2024

In a comprehensive review of major reports on global risk, Rod Cartwright emphasises the complex challenges facing organisations and highlights opportunities for corporate communicators. Corporate communicators should develop clear, consistent messaging that aligns with the company's values and purpose.

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Sword and the Script

SEPTEMBER 19, 2022

CEOs and business leaders are increasingly recognizing the value of corporate communications; investors say comms can increase company valuations. This week I paused to catch up on reading several other PR and corporate communications surveys that I haven’t had a chance to read yet and summarize them here for you.

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ImPRessions - Crenshaw Communications

NOVEMBER 23, 2020

This is particularly true for marketing, and the same applies to brand and corporate communications. Remote work will be a permanent option for many employees, and all internal and externally focused campaigns must be fully digital. The stakes rise for employee engagement. Marketing and corporate communications will overlap.

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Communications Conversations

APRIL 30, 2018

Consider the following: Three out of four (75 percent) employees report wasting time to keep up with the constant dings, pings, chats and more. Two-thirds of employees (66 percent) report losing between 30 minutes and 1 hour every day from pressure to keep up, costing over three billion dollars in annual profits from wasted time alone.

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5W PR

NOVEMBER 19, 2024

In this digital era, where information travels at lightning speed, public relations has become more essential than ever. Stakeholders are those individuals or groups with an interest in or affected by a company’s activities, such as customers, employees, investors, suppliers, government officials, and the general public.

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ImPRessions - Crenshaw Communications

MAY 31, 2024

At the same time, it’s crucial for organizations to quickly validate information and be prepared to respond. By pre-identifying and designating spokespeople and content distribution channels, clients will be prepared with a plan to share timely and accurate information when appropriate.

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Agility PR Solutions

JANUARY 14, 2020

As fears of compromised privacy and data breaches looms over Corporate America, new research from email security firm Egress reveals that nearly half (44 percent) of execs believe employees have erroneously exposed personally identifiable information (PII) or business-sensitive information using their company email account.

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Communications Conversations

NOVEMBER 10, 2016

In case you haven’t noticed, there’s an interesting trend going on in the employee communications world. It’s VP of Communications in Europe, Stuart Jackson, recently shared results from his team’s move away from the corporate intranet to an employee app : Nissan Insider Mobile. Take Nissan, for example.

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ImPRessions - Crenshaw Communications

FEBRUARY 1, 2021

PR and marketing are perceived very differently, especially in a corporate environment. PR, on the other hand, with its ties to reputation and crisis management, is thought to play a more defensive role, designed to protect the corporate brand. The right advertising generates reach and frequency of message to inform specific audiences.

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5W PR

OCTOBER 1, 2024

Involvement in community initiatives and philanthropic activities can enhance the brand’s reputation as a responsible corporate citizen.  Internal Branding Internal branding refers to aligning employees with the company’s mission, vision, and values.

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Presspage

NOVEMBER 8, 2024

Information is shared in real time and as the emergency unfolds to keep audiences informed and stakeholders reassured. It also involves all of the behind the scenes activities that PR and corporate communication teams do to protect their company’s reputation. Let’s start with what crisis communication is.

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PRSay

JULY 27, 2020

As employees look for answers during the COVID-19 crisis, they need simple, straightforward language. For communicators, that means eliminating hype, jargon, buzzwords and corporate-speak. Employees have never liked corporate-speak, of course. By doing so, employees will relate. Sharpen the focus.

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Onclusive

AUGUST 9, 2021

Corporate Communications. As companies grow, corporate communications become more important. Corporate communicators regularly work with stakeholders across the organization to develop and distribute pertinent info to employees and key affiliates. Feel free to start a free trial to get an understanding of the tool.

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Onclusive

NOVEMBER 8, 2023

Corporate Communications As companies grow, corporate communications become more important. Corporate communicators regularly work with stakeholders across the organization to develop and distribute pertinent info to employees and key affiliates. Feel free to start a free trial to get an understanding of the tool.

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Onclusive

JANUARY 14, 2021

For example, if you’re recruiting a new senior communications leader, look for someone who can support top management decision-making based on corporate reputation considerations and the insights collected from listening to and fostering a dialogue with all of the company’s stakeholders—a critical function of communications.

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Waxing UnLyrical

MARCH 15, 2018

Social media has redefined crisis response in three important ways: outlet options, messaging speed and employee engagement. Social media also has compressed the speed of information transfer from hours to minutes or even seconds as a crisis develops. Employee evangelists are made, not born. A Reason to Speak.

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Stern + Associates

MARCH 5, 2024

A compelling corporate innovation story represents a valuable opportunity to differentiate from competitors, educate investors, galvanize employees and attract prospective new talent. Assemble the Proof Points Begin by going right to the sources to gather information. Ask: Who contributed? What actions did they take?

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PRSay

NOVEMBER 10, 2022

Employees who experience or witness incivilities are more likely to be uncivil toward others, the study found. In the workplace, CEOs say, a culture of incivility threatens employee morale and productivity, corporate reputation and revenue. What would a successful campaign look like? Nerves are frayed. It’s time to heal.

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Communications Conversations

JANUARY 5, 2016

My internal and employee comms friends aren’t going to like this post. But, before you take my head off about the headline, let’s have an honest discussion about corporate intranets. You know, those vast wastelands of information that are supposed to serve as a key employee communications channel? Not one bit.

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Communications Conversations

OCTOBER 2, 2019

Employee social advocacy programs are having a moment. Companies like Starbucks, Reebok and Humana (just to name a few) have implemented employee social advocacy programs over the last few years. Companies like Starbucks, Reebok and Humana (just to name a few) have implemented employee social advocacy programs over the last few years.

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PRSay

MARCH 23, 2018

As a corporate communicator who, like others, nervously and helplessly watched the water rise, I learned about the parallels that can be drawn between the historic flood and how companies respond to their own crises. But few flood victims after Hurricane Harvey had the luxury of interviewing contractors. This is a valuable perspective.

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5W PR

MARCH 18, 2023

Corporate communication is essential for effective branding and securing external funding. Here are a few tips for using corporate communications to increase investment. To qualify for this, businesses must cultivate a strong reputation and make themselves known to investors through corporate communication.

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5W PR

MAY 7, 2018

Whether it’s through social media, instant messaging, video chat, or phone, the key to better corporate communication in the workplace is knowing how to set a standard for consistent and clear conversations. With that in mind, here are five things to know about corporate communications: 1.There There Needs to Be a Framework.

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PRSay

MARCH 22, 2023

In the communications profession, they are now several years into their careers and earning supervisor, manager and leadership roles at agencies, corporations, brands and organizations of all sizes. Instead of managing Gen Z employees, mentor them. The youngest members of Gen Z turn 11 in 2023. Look for them and help them grow.

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