Thought leadership has become a common phrase across boardrooms, LinkedIn posts, and annual strategy decks. But for executives and founders operating at a high level, it means something more precise. When done well, thought leadership becomes a strategic asset. It shapes how your company is
Today’s leaders aren’t just running teams. They’re expected to show up and speak up at high-stakes moments. Whether you’re in front of a camera, a boardroom, or a live streamed town hall, the spotlight is unavoidable. But are you actually ready for it? Use this
Leadership is commonly associated with charisma, title, or seniority but rarely with knowing how to speak in a corporate setting. If you’ve ever watched someone walk into a meeting and capture attention without raising their voice or rambling, you’ve seen real leadership in action. Great
In today’s rapidly evolving media landscape, staying ahead of emerging trends is essential for brands to remain relevant, build trust, and connect meaningfully with their audiences. Verified Communications is excited to present its Top 7 Emerging PR & Corporate Communications Trends to Embrace in 2025.
With the rise of AI tools like ChatGPT, businesses are increasingly exploring ways to ensure their brand gets mentioned in AI-generated content. This open-source AI tool has over 200 million weekly users globally. So, how can you make it happen? “For companies to appear in
I know you’re excited but before you hit send on that media pitch email, please review my tried and trusted media relations tips. 1. Don’t be boring. 2. Don’t spray and pray. Even the most clever and timely PR campaigns will fall flat if you
The high rate of failures make you wonder why anyone with basic math skills and some common sense would start a food brand. According to Suzie Yorke, a revered builder of consumer packaged goods brands, the data is a recipe for disaster. Of 30,000 new CPG natural
I recently, I asked a client if they had a customer who had benefitted from using their service. They sure did. But, they wanted to know what that had to do with garnering press coverage. Thus, I am inspired to write this post and I’ll
I’ve always wondered how self-made millionaire founders spend their leisure time. Space odysseys, tropical dives in Phuket, mind-bending retreats come to mind. Turns out, if you’re Marc Lafleur, who founded and sold truLOCAL for $16.7M then wrote a book about it, it’s none of those things.