Google lifts COVID-19 ad ban; Cannes Lions postponed; How internal comms affects reputation; Reasons to be brief; and more

DAILY SCOOP

Google lifts COVID-19 ad ban, Cannes Lions 2020 canceled, and Boeing asks for voluntary layoffs

Also: How consumers’ behavior has changed during the pandemic, Marvel offers free comic book stories, ways to cater to e-commerce shoppers, and more.

COVID-19

How you take care of employees today crucial to future success

Companies will be judged tomorrow on how they treat their workforce during the pandemic.

WRITING & EDITING

Why longform content no longer performs

In a rapidly changing media environment, and amid the constant disruption of the COIVD-19 crisis, it’s more important than ever to be brief.

THE WORKPLACE

Your work-from-home photos of the week

We asked and you answered. Here’s a look at the home offices of communicators far and wide.

PR DAILY AWARDS

Did you stand out on the noisy media landscape?

Showcase your campaigns, events and pitches by entering PR Daily’s Media Relations Awards. The entry deadline is May 8.

OP-ED

During COVID-19, some business owners are their own worst enemy

Despite government and health care experts best advice, some business leaders are making headlines for all the wrong reasons during a global pandemic.

DAILY SCOOP

Target, others to close for Easter Sunday, Home Depot stops selling N95 masks, and AdCouncil’s #AloneTogether PSAs

Also: FTC issues a scam Bingo game, marketers say data analysis is needed—not more numbers, Lowe’s shares quarantine-friendly activities, and more.

COVID-19

How the YMCA is responding to COVID-19

The storied nonprofit shares how it is striving to continue its mission, even when it had to close its doors to visitors. The ‘Stay With Us’ campaign offers valuable lessons for working through this crisis.

PR INDUSTRY

4 tools to streamline your remote workflow during COVID-19

As everyone tries to quickly integrate remote workers and preserve company culture, it can be helpful to use these tools.

COVID-19

Engaging employees during extraordinary times

Learn how to preserve your workplace culture, keep stakeholders engaged in a time of crisis and craft messaging that inspires trust in leadership, all of which will make the difference in the months ahead.

RAGAN AWARDS

Announcing Ragan’s inaugural Top Women in HR Awards

Ragan will shine a spotlight on the incredible contributions by female HR professionals in every stage of their career. Submit your work by May 15.

COVID-19

Get your communications back on track after the pandemic

Where should you place your focus to bring your organization back from the brink after the crisis has abated? Here are some important considerations.

DAILY SCOOP

Zoom criticized for privacy and data concerns, Airbnb apologizes and pledges $250M to hosts, and NPR skips April Fools’ Day

Also: Influencers’ communities ask how they can help, Uber offers free rides for frontline health care workers, how communicators are sharing information during the pandemic, and more.

COVID-19

What PR pros are sharing with stakeholders during COVID-19

How often do employees want to hear about health care messages, business continuity updates, and other missives? Here’s what makes some communicators hopeful.