Impact relations: Why communicators must move beyond storytelling to meaningful influence in 2026

I’ve spent almost two decades working at the intersection of public relations, communication strategy, and crisis advisory across Vietnam and Asia. And if there’s one truth I’ve learned, it’s this:…

The battle for attention: What video, audio, gaming & digital trust trends reveal about the 2026 consumer mindset

The more digital data I read, the more convinced I become that the real currency of 2026 isn’t impressions, clicks, or reach. It’s attention with intention. People are not consuming…

When crisis hits: Rethinking modern media relations through the lens of 2026 crisis behavior

Every time I teach a crisis communication class or counsel a brand facing unexpected turbulence, I’m reminded of one truth: a crisis doesn’t damage you – your response does. And…

Truth in the age of AI: What 2026 means for PR in Vietnam and Asia

When I first read Worldcom’s 2026 Future of Communications report, my first reaction was: this is not a “future trend” deck anymore – this is our daily reality, just accelerated.…

When everything can be fake: How brands in Asia can defend themselves in the new digital battlefield

The longer I work in communications, the more I realize this: we are no longer just managing messages; we are managing threats. Not the old-fashioned threats – an angry customer,…