Most speeches end with a thud, or maybe a whimper. Yours doesn’t have to; this list of five ways to close a speech (with examples) will help you.

Are you a ‘visionary,’ ‘coach’ or ‘commander’? How about a ‘pacesetter’? Understanding leadership styles can help you play to strengths and address weaknesses.

How you respond to a disaster or consumer backlash can make or break your organization’s reputation. Consider a few suggested methods—along with a couple to avoid.

Struggling to make your content stand out? Let experts from Coca-Cola, Google and Forbes show you how.

Keep your most valuable workers happy with a robust communications strategy.

Enter Ragan’s 2017 Health Care PR & Marketing Awards and assess the health of your latest campaign, blog or video. Submit your entry by July 31 to see how you stack up against the competition.

Unclear messages tax the time and patience of colleagues, clients, partners and execs. Clarifying and streamlining your emails, letters, manuals, etc., will save your organization big bucks.

Workers who deal with customers can shape the perception of your company. It’s crucial to recognize their efforts and keep them aligned with your vision.

The company’s chief marketing officer quickly responded after Twitter users pointed out that a tote bag carried a message that looked quite different than what its design intended.

The market for immersive technologies is projected to reach $120 billion by 2020, yet many remain skeptical. Are we on the brink of a marketing revolution, or is this another passing fad?

Crystallize your big-picture message for your target audience.

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Ragan’s 2017 Intranet Awards wants to showcase internal communicators who keep employees connected, informed and coming back for more.

Workplace intangibles profoundly affect morale, productivity, recruitment and retention. As you plan modifications, bear these key factors in mind, so you’re not just spinning your wheels.

Craft your response judiciously, address each accusation directly, and show how you’re working to rectify internal problems.