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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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Responsible communication leadership: putting employees first

PR Conversations

Following the financial crisis in 2008, management thinkers and others have rightly questioned the role of business leaders in society. It seems that shareholder greed trumps employee and common interests. care for employees; and. However, the focus on ‘care for employees’ is welcome. By Dr Kevin Ruck. risk analysis.

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PR Job Coach - Untitled Article

PR Job Coach

From 2008-2014, Scott was the first global head of social media and digital communications at Ford Motor Company, where he helped turn the company around. It could be a part time gig for a task that you can do in a time frame much shorter or at a cost much less than a full time employee. Hitachi, Loral, ASARCO, Gould Inc.,

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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.