Also: NASA refutes misinformation, take our brand storytelling survey, how e-commerce has grown during COVID-19, and more.

TODAY’S HEADLINES – 07.17.2020  
 
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DAILY SCOOP

USA Today admits op-ed didn’t meet standards, Clorox and Cleveland Clinic partner on cleaning guide, and social media teams celebrate World Emoji Day

Also: NASA refutes misinformation, take our brand storytelling survey, how e-commerce has grown during COVID-19, and more.


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VISUAL & VIDEO COMMUNICATIONS

5 tips for making stellar iPhone videos

With less access to equipment during the COVID-19 crisis, communicators can still get by with their trusty smartphone.


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DIVERSITY AND INCLUSION

How tech companies can—and should—improve D&I efforts

Silicon Valley is famous for innovation and progressive thinking, but good intentions haven’t leveled the playing field. Here’s how businesses can make real progress on workplace inclusion and equity.



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A DAY IN THE LIFE

How Kimball Hughes Public Relations is navigating the crisis

Our relaunched Day in the Life series serves up survival strategies and insights into the lives of  modern PR pros and the challenges they face.


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PR DAILY AWARDS

Announcing PR Daily’s 2020 Nonprofit PR Awards finalists

Congratulations to this year’s outstanding finalists. Keep an eye out for the winner announcement within the next few weeks.


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DIVERSITY AND INCLUSION

How brands should respond to the BLM movement

Five professors weigh in on what steps brands should take right now, and in the future, to be part of the movement toward racial equality and inclusion.


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CRISIS COMMUNICATIONS

10 crisis communications steps when you don’t have a plan

Has a bad situation caught you flat-footed? Here are some tips for addressing your immediate concerns.



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DAILY SCOOP

Twitter responds to massive security breach, Walmart and Kohl’s require masks, and American Airlines might lay off 20,000

Also: Chipotle promises to hire 10,000 workers, Wendy’s responds to Twitter hack with characteristic snark, 60% of PR pros are pitching ‘feel good’ stories during COVID-19, and more.


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PR INDUSTRY

Survey: Hiring managers offer guidance for nailing virtual interviews

New data shows that evaluating candidates via video could become the new norm for businesses. Dress appropriately, minimize distractions, and test your technology before a big call.


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THE WORKPLACE

Research: How job-seekers can ace interviews during COVID-19

Just 27% of hiring managers prefer virtual interviews, so mind these pitfalls to avoid and top tips to shine on video.


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RAGAN AWARDS

Announcing Ragan’s Video, Visual & Virtual Awards

Earn recognition for your captivating visuals and unique virtual events. The entry deadline is Friday, Aug. 21.



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THE WORKPLACE

5 tips for taking care of yourself as a PR pro during COVID-19

The disruption of the COVID-19 pandemic has made a stressful profession even more tough. Here’s how to protect your sanity.


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DAILY SCOOP

Burger King takes aim at methane emissions, Verizon and Google offer skills training, and ViacomCBS cuts ties with Nick Cannon over anti-Semitic remarks

Also: Why communicators should always give their best, nearly half the world’s population will be on social media networks by 2023, Pfizer aces the Disability Equity Index, and more.


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2 of the biggest blunders people make when talking with reporters

If you want to speak with the media, then you need media training.


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