Ragan Insider Russell Working
9 Thanksgiving lessons from early mentors
These writers, editors and communicators got us started in our careers. Let’s raise a toast to them on this national celebration of gratitude.
Career Advice
Beki Winchel
3 ways communicators can get through 2020
Many of our readers responded to our request to sum up their year with a GIF. From excitement over more responsibility to stress from long days, here’s what you shared.
Natasa Djukanovic
How to keep your team motivated during the pandemic
If productivity is suffering during remote work restrictions, how can you encourage your comms team to stay focused without cracking the whip?
Katie Delahaye Paine
What we’ve learned about communications from the 2020 election
With professional pollsters missing the mark for the second presidential election in a row, should all communicators start to question what it is they think they know?
Bruce Tulgan
How after-action reviews can boost productivity and collaboration
To improve results, you must take time to analyze what happened, why it happened, what went right, what went wrong, and how it can be done better going forward.
Jessica Nunez
Career guidance for aspiring communication pros in 2020
Learn to network, invest in yourself, and craft a five-year plan. Above all, don’t give up.
Ragan Insider Ted Kitterman
Glassdoor’s senior vice president of comms: ‘Never stop learning’
The messaging maestro for the workplace and jobs platform shares how communicators can earn their way to the decision-making table.
Ragan Insider Robby Brumberg
Spotting a toxic workplace before accepting an offer
Run, don’t walk, if you spot these red flags during the interview process.
John Rampton
9 ways to bolster your daily productivity and efficiency
Focus on one goal at a time, cultivate “deep work,” and prioritize empathetic listening.
William Comcowich
How to pursue and prioritize mentoring amid COVID-19
As we remain holed up at home, now is the perfect time to invest in someone else. Here’s how to help boost a colleague’s career— and enhance your own.
Ted Kitterman
Lowe’s new top communicator addresses tech, DE&I and the post-COVID era
Here’s what Ben Boyd, VP of internal and external communications for the home improvement chain starting Oct. 26, sees as the top challenges facing the comms function.
Ted Kitterman
Report: Social media managers lack clear path to senior leadership roles
The career trajectory of the social media manager—their top challenges, desires and interests—are all explored in this new report from the Institute for Public Relations, Ragan Communications and the University of Florida.
Beki Winchel
7 truths about a career in communications
We asked you to give us peek into a day in your life using a GIF, and you delivered. Here are several top takeaways from industry pros.
Robby Brumberg
Top priorities for communication pros that merit investment and energy
Experts from Facebook reveal mission-critical messaging tactics that will help communicators excel in today’s turbulent environment.
Robby Brumberg
Study: Workplace rivalries offer many positives
Science holds that a bit of friendly competition at work can drive productivity. But how much is too much?
