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Is it just me or is it impossible to know what end is up these days? It seems we are all feeling the pressure to make more decisions “in the dark” than ever before. Whether it is business strategy, travel plans, client counsel or simply how we guide our teams, leaders today are operating in […]
Communication has always been rooted in storytelling. And while humans are hardwired for connection, and the secret to connection is through powerful storytelling, the role of the profession has undergone a profound shift. Today’s communicators are expected to interpret human behavior, anticipate stakeholder reactions, navigate reputational risk, and guide leadership in an era defined my […]
The recent controversy involving the U.S. men’s hockey team and President of the United States was not just a viral clip. For many people, it reinforced a familiar frustration: Women fighting for equal respect, equal visibility and equal celebration. The backlash was swift, and it reflected a larger tension that has existed for years. What […]
Not every organization has the luxury, or need, for a full-time Chief Marketing Officer. But every organization does need strategic marketing leadership. That’s where the rise of the fractional CMO comes in. Today, more companies are embracing flexible leadership models that bring senior-level expertise without the cost or commitment of a traditional hire. For agencies […]
If there’s one acronym PR professionals should be obsessing over right now, it’s this: GEO (Generative Engine Optimization). But instead of embracing it as a foundational shift in how content gets discovered, many PR pros are treating it like a shiny add-on. A new digital product. Something new to “sell.” Here’s my take:GEO isn’t a […]
If there is one thing communicators should be preparing for in 2026, it is this: the fundamentals of visibility are changing. AI is no longer a tool you occasionally tap into. It is becoming an ecosystem that sits between brands and the people trying to understand them. GEO is no longer something to experiment with; […]
Earlier this year I shared a roundup of podcasts that were keeping me company, and since then, I’ve added a few new ones to my rotation. They’re different in tone and topic — from legal analysis to NFL commentary — but each one offers something unique that keeps me coming back. Two Angry Men Hosted […]
One of the best parts of my job these days is continually meeting people who are true experts in their fields — the kind of leader who can light up a room when they start talking about the thing they know best. Whether it’s an engineer explaining a design breakthrough, a doctor sharing a patient […]
While the world of AI and generative content has flipped the script on many traditional ways of doing business and removed roles and responsibilities previously done by skilled professionals, one area that is emerging with an increasingly important supporting role is PR. Google and other search engines have long held the power when it comes to SEO but there is suddenly a […]
Thought leadership works best when it’s more than a buzzword. It’s a strategic PR effort designed to position your brand — and the humans behind it — as voices of authority, clarity, and forward-thinking. But what does a great thought leadership campaign look like from start to finish? Here’s our guide to building a winning […]