Cara
carasloman.bsky.social
Cara
@carasloman.bsky.social
CEO and president of Force4, a marketing communications and PR agency serving B2B technology companies. I am also passionate about raising awareness of the benefits of a vegan lifestyle, love and respect for all animals and the joys of time with equines.
Here’s the uncomfortable truth: trust is eroding, and brands share the blame. 🧵

New global research shows people retreating into what they already know and believe, growing more skeptical of institutions, leaders, media, and brands. 1/3
February 10, 2026 at 5:00 PM
In this article for Entrepreneur, I discuss why #AI still has a limited role in content creation — and why it should stay that way: https://ow.ly/ZL9b50Y6EoH
AI vs. Humanity — Why Humans Will Always Win in Content Creation
With the proliferation and integration of AI across organizations and business units, PR and marketing professionals may be tempted to lean into this new technology more than recommended.
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February 6, 2026 at 6:01 PM
PR Pro Tip: Leveraging owned media 🧵

The media landscape has changed so much that legacy PR strategies aren't enough anymore.

Continue to seek press coverage - but don't wait around for it. 1/4
February 4, 2026 at 5:06 PM
🧵 It’s easy to blame AI for ongoing tech layoffs. But that explanation misses what’s really happening.

A recent Tech Times analysis found that while AI plays a role, it’s rarely the main driver. The bigger forces shaping the tech workforce in 2026 are:
February 2, 2026 at 5:12 PM
Read my @Entrepreneur article to learn more about the role leaders need to play in setting #AI strategy: https://bit.ly/3vwcxEn
There's a Fine Line Between Using and Over-Relying on AI. Here's the Role Leaders Need to Play.
With any new technology adoption, leaders set the tone that influences its success or failure. Learn about leadership's role when implementing AI into an organization and how to balance efficiency without becoming overreliant.
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January 30, 2026 at 5:00 PM
It's Data Privacy Day - check out these webinars from the National Cyber Security Alliance: https://ow.ly/v0eH50Y286s
Data Privacy Week 2026 Webinars - National Cybersecurity Alliance
Join us as we host daily 30-minute conversations with industry leaders to discuss all things data privacy!
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January 28, 2026 at 6:01 PM
NewScientist calls end-to-end encryption one of the 21 best ideas of the 21st century: https://ow.ly/jcGp50Y283p via @newscientist
End-to-end encryption: Best ideas of the century
How end-to-end encryption is the wall that keeps our digital secrets safe – and why modern life would be unimaginable without it
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January 26, 2026 at 7:00 PM
What defines leadership relevance in 2026? 🧵

That’s the question Tracy Lawrence tackles in a recent Forbes piece – and it’s one tech leaders should be asking now, not later.
January 22, 2026 at 5:21 PM
Cision's "Inside PR 2026" report: Get insights into this year's biggest challenges, what's most important to PR pros and how AI is changing the field: https://ow.ly/eSae50XYiXz
Inside PR 2026: Trends, Challenges, and What’s Next | Cision
This survey examines the current state of the PR industry, empowering you with the intel you need to prepare, prioritize, and plan effectively for 2026.
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January 21, 2026 at 5:00 PM
AI in 2026: From Zeal to Pragmatism 🏆

As we kick off 2026, sentiment about AI is shifting in a big way – and what companies say about AI doesn’t match what they are doing with it. 🧵
January 20, 2026 at 5:10 PM
AI regulations that companies need to be aware of this year: https://www.techtarget.com/searchenterpriseai/feature/AI-regulation-What-businesses-need-to-know by Stephen Bigelow for TechTargetNews
AI Regulation: What Businesses Need to Know in 2026 | Informa TechTarget
As AI regulation proliferates locally, regionally and nationally, learn the differences that can benefit or restrict business operations.
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January 15, 2026 at 7:00 PM
Cision's report reveals PR trends for 2026: https://ow.ly/fPbp50XTJiy
January 14, 2026 at 9:00 PM
"To succeed in 2026 and beyond, leaders who have relied heavily on lessons from the past...will have to shift their focus": https://www.forbes.com/sites/tracylawrence/2025/12/16/why-the-leadership-skills-that-built-your-career-wont-work-in-2026/ via Forbes
January 13, 2026 at 5:00 PM
In this Entrepreneur article, I'm revealing my best tips for networking in the WFH era: https://bit.ly/41nV0eA
How to Build Meaningful Connections in the Digital Networking Era
In a world of digital noise and curated personas, authenticity fosters a deeper, more lasting connection. Networking for today's world (and tomorrow's) will require a balance of technology and human touch.
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January 9, 2026 at 7:00 PM
Learn these four key skills that increasing EQ for professional and personal success: https://ow.ly/hYz050XNTFI
Improving Emotional Intelligence (EQ): Expert Guide
Using these 4 key skills, you can improve your emotional intelligence and increase your success at work, school, and in your relationships.
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January 8, 2026 at 8:00 PM
Get a leg up with these 100 social media trends for 2026: ow.ly/Hot650XNTEM via Trendhunter
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January 6, 2026 at 6:22 PM
Happy New Year to one and all!
January 1, 2026 at 7:00 PM
In my latest article for Entrepreneur, I discuss how GEO turns brand authority into a measurable asset for founders, operators and investors: https://ow.ly/3vq950XNTxV
Why AI Brand Mentions Are Becoming a Business Metric
Tracking brand mentions in AI has shifted from PR vanity metric to a real measure of business value.
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December 30, 2025 at 5:00 PM
What does it mean to be a ""storyteller"" in Corporate America?
https://ow.ly/AKq650XNTx2 by Katie Deighton for WSJ
December 29, 2025 at 6:01 PM