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Split Sessions: Recognition, Rewards, and Feedback

Doctor Spin

Positive reinforcement is critical in fostering an open and transparent internal communications culture. Tanner, highlighted in a SmartBrief article, 42% of employees who received recognition from their leaders also received a message of “here’s how you can do better” in the same communication. Focus on Formative Feedback. 3 Miller, J.

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Is Your Brand Messaging Recession-Ready?

Shift Communications

During the “Great Recession” of 2008, nearly eight million people lost their jobs. With this, we can anticipate a different look and feel to the labor market. For all companies, but especially those that deliver technology and services for the workforce, now is the time to prepare.

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Prioritizing Mental Health: Eight Research-Backed Perspectives for a Happier, Healthier Organization

Stern + Associates

As we navigate various transitions over the coming months and years, leaders are likely to see employees struggle with anxiety, depression, burnout and trauma. When organizations invest in mental health, it’s better for employees and better for business. Make It Fearless. Fostering Psychological Safety in the Workplace.

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Behind the Headlines With Kim Spear

Cision

Kim Spear, director at Newgate Communications, has helped her clients build brands in China and also worked with sponsors during the 2008 Beijing Olympics. What was it like to work with sponsors during the 2008 Beijing Olympics? But if you don’t understand how your brand fits into its specific market, you won’t be able to stand out.

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PR and Marketing Predictions for 2020

Barokas

Pew Research reported a 25 percent drop in newsroom employment from 2008 to 2018. We’re seeing more and more clients—and businesses in general—place a greater emphasis on valuing their employees and treating them as brand ambassadors. It’s well known that the media landscape has been shrinking for years.

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Spotlight on a Solo PR Pro: Meet Daria Steigman

Solo PR Pro

She did start a blog in 2008, though. Daria previously wrote the Independent Thinking column for the International Association of Business Communicators, which morphed into the Independent Thinking Blog. For Daria, that why is because she’s a much better consultant than employee. Understand your why.”. I'm a huge baseball fan.

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Who Can Be a Solo PR Pro Now?

Solo PR Pro

In 2008, we shared that Solo PR Pros can be involved in: Business consulting. Internal communications. ” A solo may work alone, have an assistant or other specialized help or be “solo plus” with employees or strategic partners. Some have local practices and others are international. Community relations.