Thought Leadership Essays

IPRA thought leadership essays deliver relevant content for anyone involved in international communications. They provide insight on the live issues that matter in the fast-changing world of Public Relations.

ITL #72 Continuous learning: an international perspective

author"s portrait A commitment to continuous learning is not simply a training compliance matter. It’s a necessity for competitive survival. By Sheena Thomson.

ITL #71 Collision culture: gaining an innovative edge through cross-pollination

author"s portrait Technological change and the lightning speed of global communications are fuelling the creative collision of ideas. Businesses able to spot the cultural trends and make the most of disparate thinking will put themselves at an advantage. By Rachel Bell.

ITL #70 Is University for everyone? Perhaps not, but public relations should be

author"s portrait Not every young person needs a college degree as there are many good opportunities to work in various "trades". However, PR students learn skills that are applicable to many different jobs. By Seth Oyer.

ITL #69 The power that money can’t buy: are you managing your ‘Brand Kultura’?

author"s portrait Content and brand stories created by a brand’s community play an increasingly significant role in promotion and innovation. Yet many brands are still failing to harness the potential benefits of collaborating with fans. By Andy Green.

ITL #68 Are you a leader or just a boss? Check your emotional intelligence

author"s portrait A bad boss inspires fear and loathing, whereas a good leader generates enthusiasm and goodwill. By Jonathan Simnett.

ITL #67 Leading market entry to Myanmar with CSR: a huge need for support

author"s portrait Although CSR is not mandatory in Myanmar, the government gives it a high priority and wants to see corporations deliver on promises to behave responsibly. By Soe Thu Ra and Brian Griffin.

ITL #66 Through the epigenetic keyhole: the future of healthcare

author"s portrait Epigenetics is the study of how chemical signals can turn genes on and off, with consequences for our wellbeing. Its growth will have a major impact on healthcare communications in the coming years. By Eliza Hazlerigg.

ITL #65 An army of advocates: the importance of employee trust

author"s portrait Employees can work wonders for, or utterly tarnish an organization’s reputation. At companies where trust levels are high, the risk of reputational damage is lower. So, how to nurture trust? By Lisa Kimmel.

ITL #64 Facebook and Whatsapp: the pursuit of an alternative to clutter

author"s portrait The eye-watering valuation Facebook has put on Whatsapp is revealing as it points to the giant social network’s own weaknesses. By Tarek Lasheen.

ITL #63 A fine balance: 10 global communication trends

author"s portrait With change happening so fast, everyone in the public relations industry has half an eye on what lies just around the corner. Jeremy Galbraith identifies the major trends shaping communication for the year ahead.
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