NYSE's reopening message; Tips for engaging employees; Awards program secrets; Diversity deserts; and more

DAILY SCOOP

NYSE reopens with 25% of staff, ‘Some Good News’ acquisition takes heat, and Pizza Hut celebrates grads

Also: The majority of publications continue to focus on COVID-19 news, Disney World shares recipe for popular resort treat, Hy-Vee hands out masks in Iowa, and more.

EMPLOYEE ENGAGEMENT

3 keys to keep employees focused while working from home

Companies keen on maintaining engagement and productivity should bend over backward to provide support and create a sense of community.

RAGAN AWARDS

Calling all outstanding female HR professionals

Ragan’s Top Women in HR Awards will showcase the women making their mark in the human resources field. Nominate yourself, your clients or your colleagues by June 3!

PR INDUSTRY

5 tips for finding the right awards program for your campaign

Winning an award for your work feels great and can impress potential clients—but how can you minimize the financial risks involved?

THE WORKPLACE

3 telltale signs your downsizing has created a diversity desert

Before rushing to help leaders reopen for business, communicators should first check for clues that a talent drought may imperil recovery.

THE WORKPLACE

11 communication tips from OSHA

Looking to communicate about workplace safety during the COVID-19 outbreak? Where better to turn than the federal Occupational Safety and Health Administration?

INFOGRAPHICS

Infographic: Tips for proving your content value during COVID-19

As organizations look to cut expenses during this economic downturn, here are some ways you can defend your content budget.

Announcing PR Daily’s 2020 Digital Marketing & Social Media Awards finalists

Congratulations to this year's impressive list of finalists.

SOCIAL MEDIA

5 tips for smart, strategic social media during COVID-19

Are you struggling to produce pertinent posts during the pandemic? Here’s how to strike the right balance in the age of social distancing.

CRISIS COMMUNICATIONS

How short-term and long-term crisis responses require different mindsets

The immediate need to play defense, provide robust media relations and careful holding statements can differ from the strategic approach required for long-term management.

CRISIS COMMUNICATIONS

How to balance PR and legal concerns in a crisis

These crucial teams can find themselves at loggerheads, but their collaboration is essential for navigating through a crisis.

BRANDING

Tips for encouraging employees to share brand messages

Your workers are key ambassadors for your brand, especially on social media. However, you must provide clear guidelines to ensure the right message comes through online.

THE CONSULTANT IS IN

Brand journalism metrics surge during pandemic

Digital platforms across industries draw big audiences with reliable news, analysis and commentary.

SOCIAL MEDIA

How Southwest Airlines creates meaningful, memorable content

It’s all about capturing moments that matter. Read on for the airline’s tips to make your storytelling soar—even during turbulent times.