Melissa Agnes

SEPTEMBER 21, 2014

Welcome to episode #016 of The Crisis Intelligence Podcast, with Melissa Agnes and Jonathan Hemus. Faced with this utmost and devastating challenge, how did the airline fare in their crisis management and what lessons can you take away to strengthen your own organization’s crisis plan?

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Melissa Agnes

MAY 1, 2014

Editor’s Note: Rick Amme is a talented crisis management professional who, after decades of being “in the game”, has decided to embark on his next life adventure: retirement. Crisis Management Advice from a Retiring Pro. Crisis Management Advice from a Retiring Pro. Food for Thought'

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Melissa Agnes

MAY 23, 2016

Your crisis management governance model serves as one of the foundational elements of your entire crisis management program. It defines everything from the structure, roles and responsibilities of your crisis team, straight through to your internal escalation process.

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Melissa Agnes

JULY 3, 2018

Thanks to high-profile crises, viral issues, and fun television series like Scandal , crisis management is being seen more and more as a “sexy” and thrilling profession or service offering. Crisis management advisors and consultants are not supposed to be the risk. What makes me say this? Olivia Pope’s life is glamorous.

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Remote PR Jobs

OCTOBER 29, 2024

Crisis Management Skills Crises can be intense, but that’s when communication and problem-solving skills shine. Highlight any experience you have with crisis communication , problem-solving, reputation management, or handling sensitive issues. This includes HubSpot , Google, and Coursera certifications.

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Melissa Agnes

MARCH 1, 2016

Your corporate culture directly impacts your organization’s crisis management. Successful crisis management has a lot to do with an organization’s corporate culture and the mindset it instils in its team members. Embedding the right corporate culture for successful crisis management.

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5W PR

FEBRUARY 24, 2025

Crisis management in the defense technology sector requires meticulous planning, precise execution, and constant readiness. When a crisis hits, organizations must respond swiftly and effectively to protect their reputation, maintain stakeholder trust, and minimize potential damage.

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Melissa Agnes

AUGUST 27, 2014

Emory did a beautiful job at managing this crisis, but not all healthcare institutes are as prepared as Emory was. How to implement these policies and train your staff. How to leverage social media to communicate in a crisis. Develop and implement policies and procedures. A few words from Melissa Agnes. In the News'

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Melissa Agnes

FEBRUARY 19, 2014

Less than a year after her disastrous issue-made-crisis on account of her serious lack of proper crisis management , Deen has created a new company, Paula Deen Ventures, which is reported to be backed by Phoenix-based investor, Jahm Najafi. Or did last year’s crisis bury her too deep? What do you think?

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Melissa Agnes

MAY 26, 2014

We are frequently reminded that the art of crisis communications and crisis management is a tough one to master. Some people do it right in a crisis. So, let’s look at what to avoid when confronted with a crisis. Ignore the crisis … It’ll go away right? Today, speed is everything.

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5W PR

FEBRUARY 14, 2025

Small businesses face unique challenges when managing crises without dedicated PR teams or large budgets. Recent data shows that 54% of small businesses have experienced a crisis that threatened their survival, yet only 23% had a formal communication plan in place. times higher than those who wait longer.

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Melissa Agnes

NOVEMBER 19, 2014

Lou and I go into even more detail on this subject in episode #024 of The Crisis Intelligence Podcast. If you’re in law enforcement or emergency management, I highly recommend the listen. A crisis is a change. Every crisis is different… but they all require a response by people or organizations that are highly adaptive.

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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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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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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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5W PR

MARCH 18, 2025

Managing a public relations crisis in health technology requires careful planning, swift action, and clear communication to protect both patient safety and organizational reputation. Document all protocols in a crisis communication playbook that’s regularly reviewed and updated.

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Onclusive

APRIL 22, 2021

The best way to prepare for a crisis is to invest in a crisis communications response and management program. In a time of crisis, communicators need to act decisively and quickly with transparent responses. However, with structure, you can put together an effective crisis communications plan.

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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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PRSay

NOVEMBER 9, 2021

We have experienced firsthand how a crisis can significantly and quickly impact business operations. Companies can prepare by evaluating the crisis process, team, tools and resources they have in place. A clear organizational purpose, mission and values provide guidance and establish a strong foundation to support crisis responses.

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Shift Communications

JULY 19, 2017

Anyone Could Need Crisis Management (…and at Anytime). is suffering a crisis. As our VP of Marketing Tech previously summarized : In a crisis management situation, something has gone wrong and your brand is on fire. s PR reps/trusted advisors/crisis comms ride-or-dies, deny the fire of its resources we shall.

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Stuart Bruce

JULY 16, 2019

The reality is that what many people think is a social media crisis isn’t actually a crisis at all. The long-term impact on the brand’s … The post Five tips for social media crisis management appeared first on Stuart Bruce.

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Melissa Agnes

MARCH 13, 2018

If you follow my work, then you know that helping organizations become crisis ready is not just what I do professionally, but it is one of my biggest passions. The typical act of crisis preparedness looks something like this: An organization tasks a department or small team of people to create a crisis management plan.

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Melissa Agnes

APRIL 17, 2017

I recently published a video discussing the best way to train your staff to be crisis-ready (hint: it’s by conducting a crisis simulation). The question was: What’s the best way to prepare for experiencing a crisis simulation when you don’t know the subject? Take a look! If so, don’t be shy.

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5W PR

MAY 27, 2024

In an age where brands are always in the public eye, a single misstep can rapidly escalate into a crisis, harming trust and tarnishing reputation. However, armed with the right crisis PR strategy, brands can not only weather these storms, but also come out stronger. Learning curve Every crisis offers a chance to learn and evolve.

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Melissa Agnes

MARCH 12, 2014

By Patrice Cloutier, Strategic communications professional and member of the Agnes + Day Crisis Intelligence Team. Which leads us to ask: What kind of training do THEY have? They will represent you well if they’re properly taken care of, trained and motivated. It’s how news is made today. They live it every day.

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5W PR

JANUARY 20, 2025

Real-Time Media Monitoring and Crisis Management AI-powered media monitoring systems serve as early warning systems for potential PR issues. During crisis situations , these monitoring systems become invaluable tools for tracking the spread of information and public reaction.

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Melissa Agnes

NOVEMBER 12, 2014

The most important thing I’ve learned in my years as a crisis management professional is that most crises are avoidable. I have advised on hundreds of crises and after nearly every one the client wants to know how and/or why the crisis occurred. It is rare for a crisis to simply just happen.

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Melissa Agnes

JANUARY 18, 2015

Welcome to episode #033 of The Crisis Intelligence Podcast, with Melissa Agnes and Brad Phillips. When it comes to crisis media training, there are so many questions that people (whether it be spokespersons or the communication and leadership teams) seek answers to. The real-time news cycle and how it impacts in a crisis.

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Melissa Agnes

SEPTEMBER 30, 2014

Two truths: Crisis prevention is the best form of crisis management. I abide by this logic myself in trainings and workshops, meetings, brainstorm sessions, speaking engagements – you name it. Crisis Communications Food for Thought' ” – Albert Einstein.

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5W PR

OCTOBER 21, 2024

Crisis Management and Reputation Protection The hospitality industry is not immune to crises. Effective crisis management is essential to mitigate damage and restore public trust. Effective crisis management is essential to mitigate damage and restore public trust.

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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

SEPTEMBER 26, 2014

I had the opportunity to present a crisis management workshop to some very savvy and fascinating professionals within the healthcare sector of the United Arab Emirates and Saudi Arabia. From The Crisis Intelligence Blog. These Smart Social Media Tactics Will Help You Prevent A Crisis. Dubai was pretty awesome.

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Melissa Agnes

AUGUST 29, 2016

The question was: “Is there a secret formula for ensuring our crisis team remains calm in a fast-paced, high profile crisis?” Not to mention that, as a study recently confirmed, stress is contagious , which makes it even more important to effectively manage in a crisis. ” Good question.

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Melissa Agnes

MARCH 15, 2017

How to work together to successfully manage the crisis. So what’s the best way to go about training your team to have the crisis management skills required for successful crisis management in this day and age? Do you have any questions about conducting a successful crisis simulation?

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Melissa Agnes

FEBRUARY 1, 2017

Welcome to episode #059 of The Crisis Intelligence Podcast, with Melissa Agnes and Sam Miller. Earlier this week, I published a #crisisready video that discusses the emotional factors that can quickly escalate an incident to crisis-level. Subscribe to the Crisis Intelligence Podcast! Running time: 49:30. Subscribe via email.

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5W PR

MARCH 31, 2025

Crisis Management and Compliance When compliance issues arise, PR teams must be prepared to respond quickly and appropriately. A well-prepared crisis communication plan should outline specific procedures for addressing compliance-related incidents while maintaining regulatory adherence.

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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. Let’s start with what crisis communication is. What is crisis communication? However, crisis comms isn’t just about the actual communication part.

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