Retailers pull Boohoo; Making WFH healthy; Your return to work task force; 'Diversity first' as a mindset; and more

DAILY SCOOP

Retailers pull Boohoo amid workers’ rights claims, LinkedIn introduces pronunciation tool, and Walmart prepares to compete with Amazon

Also: Spotify offers customized workout playlists, Instagram launches feature to pin top comments, trending articles are shared more than evergreen content, and more.

COVID-19

Infographic: How to maintain and sustain healthy remote work habits

Establish a sustainable routine, be intentional about pursuing positive interactions, and give yourself regular breaks.

COVID-19

Creating an internal task force around return to the workplace

A look at how communicators are navigating this complex issue.

THE WORKPLACE

4 steps for adopting a ‘diversity first’ practice in PR

Here’s how you can bring more consciousness to your workflow—and an exercise to help evaluate previous work and identify hidden bias or blind spots.

DAILY SCOOP

Networks highlight Black-owned businesses for #BlackOutDay2020, TikTok promises to leave Hong Kong, and OKCupid opens pronouns feature to all

Also: Microsoft shares employee insights in a ‘Disability in the Workplace’ series, Instagram is gaining marketing budgets, Harvard and Princeton prepare for fall, and more.

HEALTH CARE

Improving employee wellness with an annual challenge

Community Health Charities took its annual health challenge online in hopes of creating community and driving wellness for workers during the pandemic.

THE WORKPLACE

What future PR pros want brands to know about DE&I

Young consumers and employees are leading a revolution around equity and inclusion in the workplace. Here’s what they have to teach their future employers and clients.

THE WORKPLACE

How diversity officers are tackling the current cultural moment

Leaders from Google, Porter Novelli and Edelman shared insights and strategies during ColorCommCON. Here’s the counsel they’re offering right now.

DAILY SCOOP

Washington Redskins and Cleveland Indians consider rebrands, Vogue Portugal pulls psych ward cover, and Uber acquires Postmates for $2.65B

Also: Netflix hires Bozoma Saint John as new chief marketer, Stouffer’s pleases a fan with birthday drawing, employees want more diverse workforces, and more.

DIVERSITY & INCLUSION

How Nationwide Children’s Hospital is addressing racism and advocating for health equity

By prioritizing listening, storytelling and backing up words with actions, the organization is working to create positive change and promote health equity.

MEDIA RELATIONS

10 ways to get media attention during this pandemic

Here’s how reporters say you can get their attention during these turbulent times.

PR DAILY AWARDS

Showcase your top-notch content assets, campaigns, people and teams

Enter PR Daily’s Content Marketing Awards to earn recognition for your outstanding content creation. The entry deadline is July 24.

CRISIS COMMUNICATIONS

How COVID-19 has taught comms pros to lean into their strengths

The top communicator for FIS shares how her team has adapted during the current crisis and offers lessons for others.

DAILY SCOOP

The Academy boasts diversity efforts, Essence chief steps down, and 47% of marketers are creating more emotional content

Also: Ford and Disney team up on historic product launch, Facebook refuses to budge amid advertiser boycott, shift your attention to increase productivity, and more.