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Join us this Wednesday, June 17, for Employee Communications 101.

From AI and employee engagement to manager communications and workplace culture, this virtual event is packed with practical strategies to help communicators meet today's challenges and prepare for what's next.

Spend the day learning from experts and leave with ideas you can put into action immediately. Register now.

Employee Communications 101 - Ragan Communications Join us on Wednesday, June 17th for an engaging and fast-paced virtual conference with the answers you need to reach employees effectively during complex times.

Social media platforms never stop evolving, and neither should your strategy.

This week’s updates include new features across LinkedIn, TikTok, Instagram and other major platforms, giving communicators and marketers new ways to engage audiences, measure performance and improve content. Staying on top of these changes can help teams adapt faster and make smarter decisions about where to invest their time and resources.

The best social media strategies aren’t built once. They evolve alongside the platforms.

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Social media updates and new features to know this week - PR Daily Including Meta, Instagram, Facebook and more. Last week, hackers tricked Meta’s AI support chatbot into giving them access to Instagram accounts. They asked the bot to add a new email address to someone else’s account. The bot sent a code to the hacker’s email, then let them reset the password...

Getting employees to open an email is only half the battle. Keeping them engaged is what drives results.

From stronger subject lines to more reader-friendly formatting, small changes can make a big difference in how employees consume and act on internal communications.
These seven tips can help communicators increase email read time and create messages that resonate.

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7 tips to increase read time for internal emails - Ragan Communications Here are seven ways internal communicators can increase the likelihood that employees stay with a message long enough to understand it and act on it.

Communicators are problem-solvers by nature, but saying yes to every request can dilute impact and overwhelm teams.

Knowing when and how to say no is a critical leadership skill. By setting clear priorities, managing expectations and focusing on strategic work, communicators can create more value for their organizations.

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How communicators can learn to productively say no to requests - Ragan Communications Saying no with a yes-and.

The employee experience starts before day one.

Preboarding is more than paperwork and logistics. It’s an opportunity to build connection, reinforce culture and help new hires feel confident before they ever walk through the door. Organizations that invest in strong preboarding set the stage for stronger engagement and long-term success.

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The communicator’s guide to preboarding - Ragan Communications Help employees understand the job they’re walking into before day one.

Landing coverage is not just about having a strong story. It’s about understanding what journalists need.

Business Insider editors share what makes a pitch stand out, from relevance and timing to clarity and credibility. For communicators looking to break through crowded inboxes, these insights offer a valuable roadmap.

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The best way to pitch Business Insider, direct from their editors - PR Daily From your executive’s first-person perspective to their outfit, here’s how to get Business Insider’s attention.

The future of communications is being shaped right now by AI, trust, data, employee expectations and rapidly changing technology.

At Ragan's Future of Communications Conference, you'll hear how leaders are approaching AI adoption, navigating disruption, measuring impact, strengthening reputation and preparing their teams for what's next.

If you're looking for practical strategies on the trends transforming our profession, this is the place to be. Register now.

Future of Communications Conference | Nov. 11-13, 2026 | Austin, TX Join thousands of top communicators in Austin, Texas, Nov. 11–13, 2026, for three days of bold keynotes, interactive workshops, hard-hitting panels and unrivaled networking.

Today's the day.

The lowest rates for Ragan's Internal Communications Conference end tonight.

Join internal communicators from across industries to explore AI, employee engagement, leadership communications, measurement, change management and the strategies shaping the future of the profession.

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Internal Communications Conference | Oct. 13-15, 2026 | Seattle, WA Join us Oct. 13-15 at the Internal Communications Conference in Seattle where you’ll discover practical solutions for aligning internal and external messaging, integrating AI breakthroughs, orchestrating change and boosting your strategic leadership.

AI adoption is accelerating, but is your organization ready to use it strategically?

Ragan’s AI Readiness Assessment helps communications leaders evaluate where their teams stand today and identify the opportunities, gaps and priorities that will shape future success. The organizations that gain the most from AI will be the ones that approach it with a clear plan.

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AI Readiness Assessment - Ragan Communications GET YOUR CONFIDENTIAL SCORE NOW! Find out your team’s AI readiness stage and get recommendations on advancing! AI MATURITY STAGES Takes just 5-7 mins to complete Discover your AI readiness level Get score + Recommendations By taking this short assessment you’ll get the insights and recommendatio...

Not all online conversations carry the same weight. The most effective communicators know how to distinguish between noise, trends and signals that require action.

Understanding the different types of online chatter can help teams make smarter decisions, respond more strategically and focus on what truly matters to their audiences.

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Understanding the 3 categories of online chatter - Ragan Communications Insights from the opening session at Ragan’s PR Daily Conference.