“I can do it myself.” Famous last words before a media circus occurs. We’re intelligent, capable people, so why should we delegate or outsource work to others? It’s about freeing up our…
Tag: crisis management strategy
Sidestepping Mistakes & Managing the Message When You Can’t
Ever feel like some people are ready and waiting to watch others fall from grace with popcorn in hand? Sh*t happens – whether it’s our own making or if a situation is…
How to Handle Cancel Culture: 4 Tips on How to Deal With It
Cancel Culture has been on the rise in recent years, with more and more people calling for the cancellation of products, services, and even people. This trend can be a massive PR…
Don’t Over-Think It
Surprises are rarely positive and never desirable. Not overthinking may be a good general-purpose rule for most people. It’s pleasant to sail along blissfully, unaware (or at least unbothered) by all the…
Measure Twice. Cut Once.
With PR, making an error doesn’t mean you simply toss the lumber away and get a new piece. Time is a luxury. Room for error is nonexistent. “Measure twice. Cut once.”…
Too Many Voices
Confused? Listen to just one voice. Too many cooks spoil the broth. But there’s more than one way to skin a cat. You’ve heard these a hundred times, probably more. They’re treated…
Dithering Is Deadly
For those who do Crisis & Reputation Management — and do it well: “No time for hesitation and no room for error.” It seemed so easy over lunch. The client described how…