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Thumbs up:Wood bison: A group of 28 wood bison from Canada that were transported to Alaska’s western Interior in July are released into the wild.

TikTok continues to rise in popularity with over 1 billion users worldwide, and 200 million in the United States. Here are three reasons why TikTok is right for your business:

If you are looking to reach new audiences for your business or establish yourself as a thought leader, posting content online is a great way to stand out.

DEI has become an integral part of the workplace conversation. Generational diversity, however, is seen as an obstacle, not an opportunity. 

In previous productivity articles, suggestions included prioritizing tasks, time blocking and scheduling items throughout the day.

Thumbs up:• Suicide prevention: 988 comes to Alaska (and the nation) as the dialing code for connecting callers to suicide-prevention professionals.

Tomorrow morning, join the Anchorage Economic Development Corporation in a special presentation by international destination development expert Roger Brooks.

Having connections is one of the strongest starting points in career success.

Thumbs up:• Gorilla Fireworks: Business owner realizes wildfire danger, voluntarily closes business during busy holiday weekend.

Wondering what’s next in social media? Sprout Social dropped its annual Sprout Index, predicting what’s next in this ever-evolving landscape.

Thumbs up: “The Beast” oil rig sets record, emus legal to own and community fridge feeds hungry. Thumbs down: Fentanyl crisis, bear selfies and climbing tragedies.

Whether you’re working from home or the office, it’s easy to get distracted during the day.

Thumbs up:• Cultural regalia: Anchorage School District updates its policy on cultural regalia for graduation ceremonies.

From Prudhoe Bay to Valdez, the historic 800+ mile Trans-Alaska Pipeline System (TAPS) celebrates its 45th anniversary this month.

Is the Great Resignation finally about to end? Yes, according to a new study from Daily Muse.

Thumbs up:• Legacy: “The Congressman for all Alaska” leaves an unforgettable legacy in the 49th state.

Crises happen and they can range in severity and causality.

By the end of 2021, there was an estimated 120 million podcast listeners in the United States. This number is expected to surpass 160 million in 2023.

In 2022, it’s almost a necessity to have videos included as part of your business’s holistic marketing strategy.

Blueprint Alaska’s Sarah Erkmann Ward shares some ups and downs on current events in March 2022.

Here are top takeaways from PRSA Alaska’s recent panel, moderated by Thompson & Co. Public Relations Digital Director Kailee Wallis.

Over the past year, you’ve probably heard the extreme buzz surrounding NFTs – a popular way to buy and sell digital assets.

TikTok continues to grow at a rapid rate and many brands are looking to join the social platform.

Thumbs up:• Girdwood housing: New development could ease housing crunch in the perineurally popular ski town.

Listen before you speak. Social listening can help you make strategic decisions for your company by monitoring conversations related to your industry across multiple platforms.

Over the past year, you’ve probably heard the extreme buzz surrounding NFTs – a popular way to buy and sell digital assets.

Have you ever been asked to create a PowerPoint presentation, but had no idea where to start? Perhaps, you’ve put together a few in the past but weren’t satisfied with the result?Considering presentations are often required in schools, businesses and many professional settings, the ability to create an effective PowerPoint is a great skill to have.

Blueprint Alaska’s Sarah Erkmann Ward provides some ups and downs from the last few weeks.

It’s our favorite time of the year – new social media trends! Check out our hottest trend predictions for 2022:

The phrase “other duties as assigned” may never be more exciting than with a job in Alaska’s tourism industry.