It’s not just sales-focused organizations that are struggling with implementing a successful digital transformation—new research from enterprise cloud applications firm Unit4 reveals the significant barriers curtailing the transformation journeys of nonprofits. The...
7 ways VoIP technology helps make customer service efficient & effective
VoIP technology is not just about making calls over the internet. It's a strategy, a tool that redefines the core of customer service by enabling real-time, clear, and cost-effective communication. For businesses tirelessly working to enhance their customer...
The new realities of AI: No, it won’t take your job, but the skills gap is staggering—headcounts will increase, but most need a whole new skillset
The fear was palpable when generative AI swept in—many felt sure that the powerful and versatile new tech would make mere mortals unnecessary for many jobs in short order. Meanwhile, several months have gone by and most of us are still standing. And while we’re not...
Dos and don’ts for choosing the right influencers: A PR professional’s playbook
We’re all familiar with influencer marketing. Thanks to social media, we’re often being advertised to without even knowing it. Influencers are just about everywhere, and they always have a new product for us to check out or a new service we must experience. But it’s...
Content Marketing Tools: What You Need to Know About CapCut Creative Suite
Are you a person who loves editing photos or videos but is unsatisfied with your editing skills? For everyone who loves to make exciting transformations to photos and videos, CapCut Creative Suite is the best pick. It comes with the most exciting features and AI tools...
Is corporate commitment to DEI declining? Investment has dropped, budgets have been cut, comms support is down—but why?
There are countless reasons why 2020 was the worst year of our lifetimes but, even though it cost a man his life and brought his family heartache, at least one beneficial thing came out of it: the seething anger after the tragic murder of George Floyd by the hands of...
AI in the workplace: How to use it to motivate employees to develop new skills
The past few years of intense disruption have put companies like yours through the wringer. Yes, a global pandemic changed the way we work and conduct business—but that’s not what we're talking about. Instead, we’re here to discuss disruptive technologies and the use...
Are meetings still worthwhile? They’re not dead, but low engagement is killing productivity
Ask anyone in the office (besides the execs)—meetings just waste time that could be used to get actual work done, many think. Leaders, though, think meetings are the best ways to keep projects moving. Nevertheless, companies today are re-evaluating meeting policies...
Tips for winning over customers with a people-first communications approach
The rise of AI has seen some businesses throw old-school customer service right out the window. This is a huge mistake. Sure, large companies aren’t going to go out of business because they’ve switched to an AI chatbot rather than a human one, but small businesses can...
Brand loyalty redefined: DX is now the barometer that determines whether your customers return—what do they want exactly?
As we know, brand loyalty went out the window during the pandemic as consumers turned to digital commerce for every need, and whichever site or e-store had what they were looking for at a decent price was fine—as long as their online purchase method was seamless and...
7 best practices for protecting brands from misinformation
In today’s digital landscape, trends, posts, and stories can go viral in mere minutes. It’s given rise to a new PR challenge: misinformation. Now, the PR industry needs to dig deep into its toolbox if reputations are to remain intact. Read on to find out how a strong...
Harnessing the power of user-generated content in social media campaigns
User-generated content (UGC) has become a crucial aspect of social media marketing campaigns today. Incorporating user-generated content boosts a brand's authenticity, a view shared by 75 percent of marketing professionals. Traditional advertising is losing its...