When monitoring tools are used in a workplace setting, finding the delicate balance between enhancing employee productivity and maintaining privacy can be a real challenge. How can you boost output without hurting your team’s morale or your company’s image? Let’s...
The future of game development: Trends to consider when hiring a game developer
Game development is advancing at an unprecedented pace, driven by the need for constant innovation and new technology. The gaming industry has transformed into a multifaceted space where tools like Artificial Intelligence, VR, AR, and Blockchain are redefining how...
Recent political happenings show why PR practitioners should be careful of how they handle other confidential information
Arguably, the two most important lessons that PR practitioners should have learned (so far) from the 2024 political scene concern the use of cell phones and emails. Emails containing derogatory remarks about Mr. Trump that JD Vance sent before he became a supporter of...
Exploring the evolution of public relations in the digital age
In the digital age, public relations has moved beyond traditional approaches to satisfy the needs of a fast-paced, interconnected world. Today's public relations landscape requires maintaining not only a company's image but also its relationships with a wide spectrum...
Patience is running out on AI customer service: One bad AI experience will drive customers away, say 7 in 10 surveyed consumers
Brands and businesses are increasingly turning to AI-powered customer service to reduce costs and increase efficiency, but the majority of participants in a new survey from customer experience and business process outsourcing firm Acquire BPO have had plenty of time...
Standing out amid election noise: Comms expert offers ‘Anti-PR’ insights for handling the media frenzy as November approaches
The tide is turning on consumers’ brand-purpose demands—taking political and societal stances, which was stressed as a key strategic positioning tactic for brands as recently as a year ago, has fallen out of favor with most Americans as the presidential election...
6 industry-focused reasons why law firms should rely on PR agencies
In today's evolving legal landscape, law firms increasingly need public relations support due to technological changes, shifting regulations, and heightened competition. Law firms must distinguish themselves, and the right PR firm can significantly improve their...
The ultimate guide to time tracking for business growth
Growth is one of the most important goals in business. To achieve it, many leaders are looking to incorporate various tools that help companies excel. A great example of such a tool is a time tracker, which is used by many teams worldwide. In this article, we’ll...
Hey brands, consumers don’t care about your political opinions anymore, so keep them to yourself—especially during the current election season
It wasn’t long ago when consumers wanted to know everything about brands—the purpose mandate that became a huge purchase influencer years ago demanded that brands share their views on societal matters and actively take a stand, even on highly divisive issues like...
Why inclusiveness must be an imperative in PR and strategic communications
As communication professionals, we play a pivotal role in how organizations formulate messaging, frame stories, and shape corporate culture and public perceptions. Today, knowledge of and skills in inclusive communication strategies are indispensable qualifications...
Deepfake threats are disrupting security protocol: AI cyberattacks prompt three-quarters of US companies to develop deepfake response plans
From widespread misinformation and security threats to identity fraud and fake voice clones, cyber threats have increased exponentially in the age of AI-generated deepfakes, and companies are scrambling to develop response plans to address these threats, now that once...
2024 holiday-season preview: Retail marketers cite problems that need repair now, such as third-party data limitations and siloed misalignment
Smart retail marketers and communicators are already thinking ahead to the 2024 holiday-shopping season and preparation—and already realizing that a bevy of challenges await. New research from predictive analytics firm First Insight reveals that retailers are...












