A comprehensive list in Ragan’s 2021 Communications Benchmark Report reveals an extensive to-do list that includes many items that emerged from the shocks of 2020.
News
Advocacy groups say Biden Administration’s new health care-only COVID standard is not enough
The long-awaited emergency temporary regulation was issued three months past the self-imposed deadline set by Biden in January.
5 proven incentive ideas to engage employees and improve wellness ROI
From recognition to PTO to hard cash, experts and organizations share their fitness-initiative success stories.
Juneteenth rises to new prominence as organizations commemorate ‘America’s second independence day’
More states and municipalities declare official holidays, as private organizations also step up recognition, many giving their employees the day off.
When it comes to a budget wish list, communicators have one overwhelming priority
Lots of things are important, but an increase in budget would be best spent on increasing staff size, according to the 2021 Communications Benchmark Report.
3 Things: Pride Month edition
What wellness pros need to know this week.
Naomi Osaka’s statement on depression and anxiety shines spotlight on mental-health challenges in the workplace
As organizations struggle to balance business imperatives with their people’s mental health, a declaration by one of the world’s most famous athletes pushes the conversation forward.
Curating the week in wellness June 1–4, 2021: Celebrating Pride Month, new vaccine incentive guidance, and more
The week’s essential content and fresh industry pickings for those dedicated to employee well-being.
Curating the week in wellness May 24–28, 2021: DE&I progress since Floyd’s death, building resilient teams, and more
The week’s essential content and fresh industry pickings for those dedicated to employee well-being.
Creating a sense of genuine belonging in the workplace
It takes more than words, webinars and holiday observances. True inclusion requires long-term investment—and better storytelling.
UPCOMING
RAGAN WEBINAR
The AP Stylebook Webinar: a professional communicator’s guide to better writing and editing
Jun. 29
RAGAN’S WORKPLACE WELLNESS INSIDER VIRTUAL WORKSHOP:
Crafting Programs & Messaging for Effective Workplace Wellness
Jun. 30
RAGAN VIRTUAL WORKSHOP
LinkedIn Boot Camp for Communicators
Jul. 15
Jul. 22
As return-to-work strategies take shape, a comprehensive Ragan report offers key insights
Ragan’s exclusive Communications Leadership Council Benchmark Report sheds light on office remodeling, social distancing, hybrid work and more.
Report: 10 essential factors that lead to workforce resilience and how to build on them
Data suggests programs that broadly address the employee experience have a clear impact on productivity, performance and profit.
7 mental-health program mistakes you should avoid
Getting your organization’s mental health initiatives right from the start requires preventing missteps.
Curating the week in wellness May 17–21, 2021: Making sense of mask mandates, the power of peer praise, and more
The week’s essential content and fresh industry pickings for those dedicated to employee well-being.
Four steps (and one case study) showcasing how organizations can make mental-health efforts more equitable
Managing the intersection of DE&I and mental health is challenging. Thomson Reuters illustrates one approach.