Golden Globes vegan menu; Crisis tips for org change; Public speaking guidelines; and more

MORNING SCOOP

Golden Globes goes vegan, Little Caesars partners with DoorDash, and Landry’s addresses a data breach

Also: Why ‘thought leadership’ is a powerful strategy and not just jargon, comedian’s Facebook donation rakes in money to fight Australia wildfires, and more.

CRISIS COMMUNICATIONS

When change fatigue strikes, seize the communication opportunity

You can help your colleagues embrace the unavoidable twists and turns by offering a mission-connected, big-picture view and explaining their respective roles in the next chapter.

MEDIA RELATIONS

10 public speaking do’s and don’ts

If you’re nervous about giving an upcoming presentation, you’re not alone. Follow this advice to prepare, which can help you power through it.

WRITING & EDITING

10 tips to improve your writing and ignite creativity

To get the words flowing, try starting at the end. You might also use a prompt, rewrite a classic, or craft a poem based on fodder from your spam folder.

PR DAILY AWARDS

Did your digital campaigns and projects stand out online?

Enter PR Daily’s Digital Marketing & Social Media Awards by Jan. 24 to earn recognition for your impressive digital communications.

MARKETING

The Olympics offer potential sponsorship gold, but there are risks

The pageantry, the passion, the global reach—all have significant allure for marketers and brand managers. Still, crises can hit even amid the revelry, so a response plan is essential.

MORNING SCOOP

Pepsi’s new catchphrase, TikTok’s transparency report, and the best times to post on social media

Also: Amazon employees lash out at company policy restricting climate change protests, secrets to making a splash with Facebook videos, PR pros and lunchtime, and more.

SOCIAL MEDIA

10 social media scheduling blunders to avoid

Before you slate a spate of content for a later date, be mindful of these common mistakes.

SOCIAL MEDIA

Infographic: 22 crucial stats for Instagram efforts in 2020

Are you looking to use the popular photo-sharing platform for your communications? Here are some insights to show you where the top opportunities are for brand managers.

VISUAL & VIDEO COMMUNICATIONS

Why and how marketers should invest in Facebook videos

The platform’s 2 billion monthly users, coupled with the option to target promotional options, makes it a great choice for brand messaging, but it calls for creativity and a bit of tech savvy.

MORNING SCOOP

Mattel introduces American Girl with hearing loss, U-Haul shuns new hires who use nicotine, and Spotify bans political ads

Also: California’s Consumer Privacy Act starts, workplace distractions take a toll on employees, Muscle Milk aims to reward year-round fitness fans, and more.

WRITING & EDITING

Flabby writing? Try these 7 tips for toning and trimming text

Editing makes the difference between fluid, easily digestible content and an arduous slog for your readers. Consider these tactics next time you edit other’s copy—or your own.

COUNTDOWN

PR Daily top stories of 2019: Nos. 1–10

It’s New Year’s Eve, and we’ve come to the end of our rundown of the top stories from the past year. Here’s the top 10 stories that thrilled readers over the last 52 weeks.

COUNTDOWN

10 books every leader should read in 2019

Looking for inspiration to inform your messaging and tactics? Here are some books that everyone in a leadership role should peruse.