Like a computer-generated knight in shining armor, the omniscient power of AI has again shown its proficiency with a post-pandemic problem companies have had—screening and recruiting talent. Researchers from The Harvard Business Review, in partnership with...
3 ways VoIP improves hiring & onboarding for a remote workforce
During the pandemic, I took a leap of faith and started my own tech startup. Little did I know that remote work would become the new norm, not just for my team, but for countless other businesses as well. As I juggled the challenges of launching a company, I found...
Despite challenges and backlash, ESG is still a key factor for consumers—which brands and sectors do they think are leaders?
Despite the challenges brands and businesses face with implementing ESG initiatives in a tough economy, and the current ESG backlash making things even tougher, new research from market research giant Ipsos shows that American consumers still expect the companies they...
7 ways brands can leverage customer-centric content marketing to boost reputation
“Your reputation precedes you”—this phrase is just as relevant in business as it is for individuals. To drive long-term success, you must earn positive recognition from your customers. For that, you need to deliver impeccable customer service and cater to the...
5 email marketing tips that will improve your SEO strategy
Most people are aware that on-page SEO is important for websites when considering search engine optimization. On the face of it, there’s no obvious connection between SEO and email marketing, but as top search engine rankings are becoming more competitive, digital...
New research sheds new light on the disconnect between leaders’ DEI claims and what employees are seeing—and why they both might be right
Is diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI) getting better in the business world? It seems to depend on who you ask, because recent reports have found that although business leaders say they’re committed to and investing in this key Purpose initiative, many employees...
Gen Z adds complexity to today’s multigenerational workforce: 5 trends to know
Unlike their predecessors, Gen Z has come of age in a purposeful world, where rights and values have been under a bright spotlight, and with their digital prowess, they have acquired an abundance of insights about how they want their world to work, compared to prior...
How to improve the return on your PR efforts with data-led storytelling
In this data-fueled landscape, an arsenal of potent tools is within reach of business owners and project managers. One such tool is the power of data, ready to be harnessed to create compelling narratives and elevate public relations returns. It's time to recalibrate...
Gen Z’s unfiltered truth about AI: New research reveals that teens understand, like, are empowered by—but also fear—the technology
AI is revolutionizing the business world right now and affecting those of all ages, but the true impact of the vastness of AI is much more likely to be realized and felt by Gen Z, the digital natives now in the last years of their education and/or entering the...
ICYMI: Bulldog’s Top 10 most popular posts in July
As the summer rolls along, so too did Bulldog Reporter in July, racking up big traffic numbers second only to our huge June this year. Thanks to our cadre of contributors for their eye-opening insights and interesting takes, which largely drove the clicks! Among the...
The escalating ESG backlash is making sustainability challenges much harder—but it presents companies with a comms opportunity
As if setting and achieving ESG goals isn’t already hard enough for brands and businesses in the US, they’re now having to do so in a contentious political atmosphere where one party is fighting to undercut investment managers’ ability to account for sustainability...
Unraveling greenwashing: 3 examples of why authentic environmental commitment matters
In today's world, businesses recognize the importance of sustainability, but not all genuinely prioritize environmental stewardship. Greenwashing, a deceptive practice misrepresenting environmental responsibility, is prevalent. This article explores greenwashing's...