Melissa Agnes

SEPTEMBER 25, 2018

I am interested in merging my skills in breaking news coverage into a career in crisis communications. I’d love to speak with you to hear your thoughts around how I can merge my journalism career into a future in crisis communication work.”

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Melissa Agnes

NOVEMBER 5, 2014

Last week, Melissa had the pleasure of chatting on air with Tommy about the Ebola crisis, the Jian Ghomeshi Scandal and the Ottawa shooting that took place last month. Listen to Melissa Agnes’s interview with Tommy Schnurmacher on CJAD. You can listen to Melissa’s 16 minute interview here. In the News Interviews'

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PRSay

JANUARY 16, 2025

and tell them I worked in crisis communications. As I said in my post: When I am being interviewed for a potential scope of work, and I am told the work will be to spin something or fix something or be disingenuous or bury something or someone, I walk away from that assignment.

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Melissa Agnes

JUNE 10, 2014

Agnes + Day is excited to introduce The Crisis Intelligence Podcast! Each week, Melissa Agnes, president and co-founder of Agnes + Day and internationally recognized crisis expert, will interview crisis management leaders from around the globe. Listen to the latest episodes of The Crisis Intelligence Podcast.

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Stuart Bruce

OCTOBER 30, 2014

Stuart Bruce speaking at the IATA Crisis Communications in the Social Media Age conference. (c) This morning I gave a keynote at the global ‘Crisis Communications in the Social Media Age’ conference in Istanbul. c) Donald Steel. If you are sceptical it’s not just me saying this. None of us have done enough.

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Melissa Agnes

FEBRUARY 24, 2014

It’s all about high stakes performance and that’s where similarities between the world of the top athlete and the crisis communicator run parallel. I have been supporting the communications goals of many of our Olympic athletes since the Salt Lake games in 2002. Not good at media interviews? Crisis Communications'

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5W PR

OCTOBER 18, 2024

Consider offering exclusive interviews or access to experts. Crisis Management Planning Identify potential crisis scenarios and develop a plan for response. Designate a crisis communication team to handle media inquiries and public statements. Train the spokesperson on crisis communication techniques.

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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. Crafting Your Crisis Communication Strategy When crisis strikes, your response must be immediate, accurate, and appropriate for each communication channel.

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Melissa Agnes

AUGUST 1, 2014

This week’s episode of The Crisis Intelligence Podcast. TCIP #008 – The Power of Story Telling in Crisis Communications with Greg Power. In this episode, Melissa Agnes and Greg Power , President of Weber Shandwick Canada, discuss the power of story telling in crisis communications. Via @SpinSucks.

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Melissa Agnes

MARCH 7, 2016

And yet, as important as your internal stakeholders are, internal crisis communications can be one of the easiest things to overlook in the hustle and bustle of real-time crisis management. In fact, it’s one of the most frequent mistakes that I see made, in my work as a crisis management consultant.

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Melissa Agnes

AUGUST 21, 2014

Thanks to Shel for inviting me onto his podcast and for being such a great interviewer. The post Should Social Media Accounts Be Shut Down in a Crisis? Crisis Communications Dealing with Negative Criticism' Thanks as well to Gerard for being willing to have this dynamic discussion with me.

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Agility PR Solutions

MAY 17, 2021

While public statements and interviews are important because of the reach that accompanies them, sometimes in a crisis another medium may be more effective or appropriate. Emails are a powerful medium that PR professionals have at their disposal to handle a crisis, but as […].

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HMA Public Relations

MARCH 7, 2024

Conclude your next media interview on a high note with tips from Alison Bailin in this blog post! Check it out.

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Melissa Agnes

JUNE 12, 2014

Cruise ship crisis management. Why we can’t rely on Facebook as a reliable crisis communications channel. Tune in and watch the 2nd anniversary episode of The Crisis Show. The post Celebrating The Crisis Show’s 2 Year Anniversary! Crisis and Issues Management Interviews'

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5W PR

OCTOBER 14, 2024

Media Relations Securing interviews, press releases, and feature articles in relevant publications helps B2B tech companies gain exposure. Crisis Management and Reputation Management Effective PR mitigates damage and protects a company’s reputation in the event of a crisis or negative publicity.

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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.  Seek out customer feedback through surveys, interviews, and social media monitoring. Use

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ImPRessions - Crenshaw Communications

JANUARY 16, 2018

Lack of preparation for a media interview. Broadcast and online media are filled with examples of mediocre executive interviews, missed opportunities, and even a few disasters. What if the spokesperson or expert still refuses, and an unsatisfactory interview results? Nonexistent or outdated crisis communications planning.

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PRSay

APRIL 2, 2020

Now, more than ever, journalists are relying on every type of video chat technology to get interviews, including Skype, FaceTime, Google Meet, Zoom and more. If you’re offering an interview, then be prepared to use whichever platform the journalist prefers. Communicators can also be the “helpers” to the media right now.

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Presspage

NOVEMBER 8, 2024

To keep your company from falling into this PR trap, this blog post will teach you everything you need to know before you can get started with your crisis communication strategy. Lets start with what crisis communication is. What is crisis communication? Why is crisis communication important?

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Agility PR Solutions

JULY 6, 2023

In the past, dealing with a crisis meant strategically placing press releases, conducting damage control interviews, and hoping that traditional media would convey your message to the masses. It was like navigating a well-charted course where you had some control over the winds of public opinion.

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Communications Conversations

APRIL 17, 2020

Those who went quiet and were going through the crisis communications playbook when it came to content on social channels. General Mills is using Zoom to interview execs on key COVID-related topics. As the COVID-19 outbreak began last month, I noticed there seemed to be two kinds of brands. It’s been fascinating to watch.

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Prohibition

JANUARY 24, 2022

Having a crisis communication plan in place ahead of time reduces confusion, ensures an effective communication flow, and improves messaging timeliness during or after a crisis. The basics of good crisis communications are the same for every company. For a free consultation, please call 0113 430 4160 now.

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5W PR

FEBRUARY 24, 2020

That was true the first time it was said, and it’s exponentially truer in the days of digital marketing and online media, when a single interview – good or bad – can be played, indefinitely, on an endless loop, meaning people are “introduced” to new audiences all the time… a dynamic that is often out of their control.

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ImPRessions - Crenshaw Communications

MAY 8, 2018

Whether your PR team secures a keynote speaker gig at a conference or a TV interview for your CEO, media and message training are key. Going into an interview with no knowledge of the reporter or outlet can end in disaster, especially in a corporate crisis. .” The glare of media attention can burn if you’re not careful.

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Deirdre Breakenridge

MAY 23, 2017

You might have a special area of expertise, say, using Instagram, while someone else you know is excellent at crisis communications. Interview each other or trade posts. If you’re struggling to find time to write or generate post ideas, talk to other respected professionals in your industry about swapping guest posts.

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Cision

OCTOBER 22, 2015

Only 40 percent of brands have a go-to plan for when crisis strikes. Michael Fineman, president of Fineman PR makes crisis communication easy by providing clients with a mid-crisis checklist. As stated in “How to Plan and Manage Crisis Communication in a Social World,” “The simpler the message is, the better.”

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5W PR

FEBRUARY 27, 2025

Companies like Mattel and Hasbro maintain dedicated safety communication teams that coordinate with regulatory bodies, manage consumer inquiries, and oversee recall procedures. These teams develop response templates, maintain media relationships, and create crisis communication plans that activate the moment safety concerns surface.

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Melissa Agnes

NOVEMBER 5, 2014

Last week, Melissa had the pleasure of chatting on air with Tommy about the Ebola crisis, the Jian Ghomeshi Scandal and the Ottawa shooting that took place last month. Listen to Melissa Agnes’s interview with Tommy Schnurmacher on CJAD. You can listen to Melissa’s 16 minute interview here. https://s3-us-west-2.amazonaws.com/melissaagnesinterviews/Melissa-Agnes-CJAD-Tommy-Schnurmacher-Oct-2014.mp3.

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PRSay

JULY 21, 2020

“It’s very important for companies to communicate their efforts along this journey. Toledo followed up by noting that we must ensure that crisis communications efforts go beyond having good talking points. One of my most influential levers to pull is messaging and interviews,” she said.

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Cision

MARCH 25, 2016

Those that do, however, can determine if a crisis is worth responding and how to react. Here are the two most important questions to ask your crisis communication team during a real-time crisis: 1. Want real-time crisis communication tactics? He did not push local tourism partners to secure TV interviews.

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PRSay

AUGUST 11, 2021

In addition, relationships with reporters developed through media relations work will eventually become vital to any PR effort, especially in times of crisis communication. For his magazine stories, Smith needs three or four sources to interview, “but for our newsletter, one source is enough,” he says.

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Critical Mention

JANUARY 3, 2019

The post An Interview with Richard Bistrong, CEO, Front-Line Anti-Bribery LLC appeared first on Critical Mention - Media Monitoring. Richard is a Contributing Editor of the FCPA Blog and his chapter “The Anatomy of a Bribe” appears in the 2016 edition of the Trace International’s How to Pay a Bribe. SCHEDULE A DEMO.

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5W PR

AUGUST 6, 2018

Landing an important interview with a popular industry publication can be an exciting part of a company’s PR strategy. No matter how prepared the spokesperson for a brand feels they are, some interviews can go south very quickly. Good interview subjects will answer the question in a way that draws attention back to their brand.

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David PR Group

JUNE 7, 2024

John David, a seasoned crisis communications expert with over 25 years of experience, recently joined the Software Spotlight podcast to share his invaluable insights on preparing for and effectively managing crises. One of the key takeaways from the interview was the importance of preparation.

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Cision

APRIL 13, 2016

says it’s more important to add value with your crisis communication than to try and spin the issue. In this interview, he shares the steps your brand should take when a crisis arises, how to use social media in your crisis communication plan and why you need to avoid cliché statements when dealing with crises.

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Presspage

JANUARY 21, 2025

Crisis communication A well-timed press release can help you maintain transparency and protect your reputation in a crisis. Tips for writing a great press release We interviewed seven PR professionals to learn their best practices for effective press releases. They appreciate it, and it helps drive more coverage.

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PRSay

DECEMBER 14, 2022

Over the past month, the disgraced crypto celebrity continued to contradict legal and communications counsel by speaking freely to the press, undertaking an apology tour, tweeting, sending direct messages and giving Zoom interviews with reporters about matters that could land him in prison.

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