Facebook CMO departs to focus on D&I; Storytelling takeaways from Square; Managing writing anxiety; Visual story lessons from 'Black is King'; and more

DAILY SCOOP

Facebook CMO steps down, Delta Airlines to block middle seats until 2021, and Netflix offers socially distanced ‘Stranger Things’ experience

Also: Signing a DE&I commitment for agency pros, a Connecticut mayor lashes out at John Oliver, wellness consumers skew towards women with higher incomes, and more.

STORYTELLING

5 storytelling lessons from Square’s COVID-19 campaign

The payment company asked business owners to share their stories of managing through the trials of an unprecedented pandemic—creating a support hub for entrepreneurs in the fight of their lives.

CRISIS COMMUNICATIONS

How to manage and mitigate writing-related anxiety

Take breaks throughout the day, get plenty exercise, and be kind to yourself.

STORYTELLING

5 storytelling lessons from Beyoncé’s “Black is King”

The music icon released a visual album on Disney+ that has some important takeaways for PR pros and communicators looking to engage in the digital age.

CRISIS COMMUNICATIONS

How ‘WFH’ has brought clients and colleagues closer together

The shift to remote work has actually deepened the connection between PR pros and their clients. Here’s what has changed—and why it matters.

DAILY SCOOP

Netflix apologizes for film’s promo image, Estée Lauder to lay off up to 2,000 employees; Airbnb bans parties

Also: Broadway turns to Airbnb with virtual experiences, IKEA Taiwan mimics Animal Crossing, 55% of consumers expect action from brands supporting social issues, and more.

COVID-19

Study: 56% of workers ‘dread’ work in the morning

Employees are understandably experiencing heightened levels of loneliness and anxiety right now. Here’s how to help alleviate feelings of despair.

A DAY IN THE LIFE

The tools Michael Coston has adopted during WFH

This comms pro says the virtual environment has been particularly interesting for his work, which entails studying interpersonal connections and rapport in a room. Here’s how he sees the future of communication.

PR DAILY AWARDS

Announcing PR Daily’s 2020 Nonprofit PR Awards winners

Congratulations to this year’s wonderful winners. Find out who earned top honors.

DAILY SCOOP

Taco Bell focuses on ‘to go’ design, Instagram adds ‘Suggested Posts,’ and Chipotle shares rice recipe on TikTok

Also: The MTA highlights its COVID-19 messaging on Twitter, General Mills offers Cinnamon Toast Crunch ‘dust,’ how D&I success relies on internal alignment, and more.

COVID-19

How student-run firms are adapting to—and learning from—COVID-19

PR students at universities around the country are involved in running their own agencies, and like every other business, have been forced to adapt to a global pandemic.

COVID-19

How transparent communication can bolster communal trust and credibility

Trust can’t be manufactured on demand, and you won’t inspire behavioral change through muddled messaging. Instead, prioritize empathy, listening and humility.

COVID-19

50 ways communicators can navigate the ‘new normal’

How you can chart the way forward in all aspects of your job in this comprehensive guide.

PR DAILY AWARDS

Don’t miss this week’s Video, Visual & Virtual Awards entry deadline

Submit your work by this Friday, Aug. 21, to showcase your best visual content or innovative virtual events.