5W PR

JANUARY 18, 2025

A public relations crisis can strike any organization at any time, threatening to erode hard-earned trust, damage its brand reputation, and even jeopardize its very existence. However, a crisis doesn’t have to be a death knell. Learn and Adapt A crisis should be viewed as a learning opportunity.

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Melissa Agnes

DECEMBER 11, 2014

It’s a major mistake to treat issue and crisis as interchangeable terms. Not only do they have very distinct meanings, but they need a different management response. Issues can be the warning signs that a crisis is possible. And issue management can be regarded as a powerful tool for crisis prevention.

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Melissa Agnes

AUGUST 12, 2014

As my mind continually wraps around risk and crisis communications (I can’t help it, it just works that way), this study leaves me with a question of concern: If trust in executives is at an all-time low, how can this work against your organization in a crisis? It takes time and energy to build a community of trust.

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Melissa Agnes

JUNE 28, 2015

Welcome to episode #054 of The Crisis Intelligence Podcast, with Melissa Agnes and Claudia Liute. Claudia is a humanitarian who works on the ground in some very hostile and conflicted crisis-affected communities. This, unfortunately runs true on many levels of crisis management, not just in humanitarian work.

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5W PR

FEBRUARY 17, 2025

Rebuilding trust after a crisis is one of the most challenging tasks a business can face. This guide outlines key steps to restoring trust and rebuilding a brands reputation through crisis management and PR. Ignoring or downplaying a crisis can worsen public perception and erode trust further.

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5W PR

NOVEMBER 25, 2024

Transparency and Open Communication One of the most crucial steps in navigating a crisis is to be transparent and open with the customers. Honest communication builds trust and helps to alleviate concerns. Clearly communicate the nature of the crisis and its potential impact on the hotel’s services.

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Melissa Agnes

AUGUST 13, 2014

It worries me when crisis communication professionals are still advising their clients to avoid social media in a crisis. Just because people may vent and lash out against your organization is not a reason to hide and refuse to communicate on the channels that demand communication these days.

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Melissa Agnes

AUGUST 25, 2014

As you probably know, I’ve been having an interesting debate with a fellow crisis professional on whether or not to shut social media down in a crisis. Now, let me begin by saying that the Ebola crisis is greater than this one Facebook page, as is Emory University Hospital’s efforts and response to the backlash.

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Prohibition

JANUARY 17, 2022

Social media is an increasingly important element in a successful crisis management approach. With the recent increase in the use of social media in crisis situations, organisations across all sectors need to understand the benefits of incorporating it into their crisis plan. What is Crisis Management?

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5W PR

NOVEMBER 27, 2024

Crises, whether stemming from natural disasters, economic downturns, or public health emergencies, bring devastating consequences for individuals, businesses, and communities. Digital PR plays a vital role in crisis management by equipping organizations with tools to communicate effectively, reach a wider audience, and build trust.

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5W PR

JANUARY 24, 2025

PR professionals now manage an intricate mix of content creation, community management, and crisis response across platforms like TikTok, Instagram, and LinkedIn. Successful crisis management requires preparation, monitoring, and swift action.

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Melissa Agnes

JUNE 12, 2014

Two years ago this month, Rich Klein , Jonathan Bernstein and I started a weekly Google Hangout where we would discuss the latest and hottest crisis trends and crises in the news. We named it, The Crisis Show. I was honored when Rich invited me back on the show to celebrate The Crisis Show’s two year anniversary.

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5W PR

JANUARY 22, 2025

Social media amplifies both positive and negative messages, making swift, strategic crisis management more critical than ever. Building Your Crisis Response Foundation A strong crisis management strategy starts long before any issues arise. Start by acknowledging the issue and sharing what you know.

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Cision

AUGUST 30, 2016

A few years ago, many of us would not have envisioned a world where Twitter, Facebook Live and large-scale community gatherings would have such an impact on the way crises develop. Yet, this is our world today and our “new normal” as communicators and crisis management teams. Update the contact list.

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Melissa Agnes

OCTOBER 15, 2020

Over the last couple of years, I’ve found myself increasingly frustrated with my industry, the crisis management profession. To put my frustration simply, the status quo of crisis preparedness and crisis management no longer suffices and, as a result, does a disservice to professionals, organizations and society.

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PRSay

DECEMBER 2, 2020

When two of Boeing’s new 737 MAX passenger jets crashed within five months of each other in late 2018 and early 2019, killing a total of 346 people in Ethiopia and Indonesia, the company faced the worst crisis in its 100-year history. You have to bring that information up to senior management.

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Melissa Agnes

APRIL 26, 2016

What is the goal of crisis management? The goal of crisis management is to salvage your organization’s reputation and bottom line when presented with a bad or threatening situation – or so says the majority of people. Whole Foods Market’s offensive crisis management strategy.

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Reputation Us

JANUARY 23, 2025

In 2025, RepUs continues to witness the evolution of reputation management and crisis mitigation in the real world and digital world. The following RepUs speaking topics for 2025 reflect emerging corporate trends, challenges and opportunities in reputation management. The post Talkin’ Reputation.

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Ronn Torossian

DECEMBER 27, 2024

Learn how real estate PR builds trust through transparency, community engagement, digital strategies & crisis management in today's changing property market The post Real Estate PR: Building Trust and Transparency in a Changing Market appeared first on.

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Melissa Agnes

OCTOBER 22, 2014

Some of the most important and rewarding work I do is in helping the public service sector, be it police agencies, fire departments, cities and municipalities, hospitals, emergency management departments and others, better plan and prepare for a crisis or emergency situation. Crisis Management Resources In the News'

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Melissa Agnes

SEPTEMBER 4, 2018

The YouTube Shooting Crisis: How Mountain View Police Department quickly regained control of the narrative that was going viral against their agency. This episode explores: How a Crisis Ready organizational mindset prepared MVPD for this moment before it happened. You can also listen to this episode on iTunes , Spotify , and Stitcher.

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PRSay

MARCH 16, 2020

Crisis situations impact businesses, industries, associations and organizations of all sizes. While the circumstances surrounding a crisis vary greatly, there are general best practices PR professionals should be prepared to deploy. Be timely — establish a sound and regular communication path as the authentic and accurate source.

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PRSay

OCTOBER 3, 2024

Every brand, no matter how revered or popular, will face a moment of truth — a crisis that tests its reputation and the loyalty of its audience. The key to surviving such a crisis starts with solidifying support for your brand before the crisis hits. People are naturally skeptical and quick to point out faults.

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Melissa Agnes

APRIL 11, 2018

Unfortunately for Facebook, the Cambridge Analytica crisis it is now managing is the direct result of an issue that went mismanaged for years. Facebook is now being hounded by congress and presented with class action lawsuits for their lack of effectively managing this issue throughout the years. This crisis was foreseeable.

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PRSay

MAY 15, 2024

For more articles on crisis management, please check out the May 2024 issue of Strategies & Tactics. The “Stealing Thunder Theory” of crisis communications has been a critical tool for PR counselors for decades. That said, the communications world today is intensely disrupted. It makes sense.

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Melissa Agnes

FEBRUARY 3, 2015

Can any organization be a crisis communication pro? Being crisis-ready, crisis-intelligent, isn’t a mysterious quality that only a few people or organizations possess. So what would it take for your organization, your team, to be considered a crisis communication pro? Absolutely, why not? Make a list.

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5W PR

AUGUST 16, 2020

The acceleration of social media has added to the challenges of crisis communications, an impact that a Pentland Analytics study says has doubled the impact on shareholder value. For the pandemic, there may be several, including customers, employees, shareholders, vendors, the community, and unions. Priority One. Be prepared.

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Melissa Agnes

MARCH 15, 2018

Welcome to episode #060 of The Crisis Intelligence Podcast, with Melissa Agnes and Jordan Redshaw. Fort McMurray), to discuss his experience in being one of only two people responsible for communicating with the Fort McMurray community, to help 88,000 people evacuate safely. Subscribe to the Crisis Intelligence Podcast!

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5W PR

FEBRUARY 22, 2025

Through strategic communication and targeted outreach programs , PR helps build trust and understanding between defense tech organizations and the communities they serve. Making Complex Defense Technologies Accessible to the Public PR professionals face unique challenges when communicating about defense technologies.

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PRSay

JANUARY 26, 2021

The concept of crisis communications can elicit images of Olivia Pope on the ABC series “ Scandal ” rattling off a monologue to a slew of reporters. While not quite as cinematic in reality, crisis communications is at the heart of any professional communication enterprise. Learning from the crisis.

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Melissa Agnes

DECEMBER 11, 2014

It’s a major mistake to treat issue and crisis as interchangeable terms. Not only do they have very distinct meanings, but they need a different management response. Issues can be the warning signs that a crisis is possible. And issue management can be regarded as a powerful tool for crisis prevention.

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Shift Communications

JULY 24, 2017

s vegan donut shop is suffering from a crisis as a result of the negative media attention around sharks during Discovery Channel’s Shark Week. Whether a brand has experience with controversial news or has yet to meet a crisis challenge, having a communications plan in place in advance of a potential incident is a must.

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NewsWhip

OCTOBER 21, 2020

It’s called Crisis Dashboard , and it will enable both communicators and journalists to unpack, in real time, all the public dimensions of any acute news event. The Crisis Information Gap. Crisis Dashboard. The Crisis Dashboard changes this. For global companies, reputation is the new gold.

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Stephen Waddington

OCTOBER 1, 2020

Crisis management experts explain the life cycle of the COVID-19 crisis, your current mood, and what you can do about it. Earlier this week a manager described his team as going feral. Coombs developed Situational Crisis Communication Theory (SCCT). He is the author of numerous books on crisis management.

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Melissa Agnes

SEPTEMBER 12, 2014

From The Crisis Intelligence Blog. The Value of a Crisis Simulation. This week’s episode of The Crisis Intelligence Podcast. TCIP #014 – Toronto Police Service, Their Customer Service and Crisis Preparedness with Chris Boddy. Help Prevent A Crisis With A Social Media Risk Analysis. Have an awesome weekend!

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5W PR

NOVEMBER 12, 2024

Crisis Management In times of crisis, PR is crucial in mitigating damage and restoring public trust. A well-prepared PR team can formulate effective crisis communication strategies, handle media inquiries, and provide timely updates. 

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Flack's Revenge

OCTOBER 24, 2018

But they should come clean, and ‘fess up to problems when they occur, according to the basic tenets of crisis management. The far better approach to crisis management is to rip off that Band-Aid – admit your mistake, explain, apologize, and rectify. It is here that good old PR and crisis management can help.

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