Businesses will face several risks in 2022, from pandemic outbreaks to continued business interruptions, but according to Allianz Risk Barometer, cyber incidents are the top threat. What’s creating the risk spike? Ransomware.…
Tag: high-stakes Crisis & Reputation Management
Myths About Working with the Media
Being ready and available to respond to media inquiries at the drop of a hat isn’t easy and it can get messy. That’s why you need to be proactive and focus on…
7 Steps To De-Risking The Supply Chain After Covid
If you have gone car shopping lately, you might have asked why the vehicles are more expensive than the manufacturer’s suggested retail price (MSRP). Maybe you’ve also noticed several menu items at…
When the Board Must Step In
When management can’t agree, the Board often must step in and make the decision. That is, after all, why the Board is the ultimate boss and has the final word. Even when…
Moving Toward a Bright Future
It can be beneficial to look backward. In order to chart a new path forward, you must understand where you came from and how you got where you are. But don’t agonize…
I Think It Got Lost in Translation
Oopsies! You said something well-intentioned, but you ended up upsetting a bunch of people. You know what you meant to say. So how did it all go so terribly wrong? Here are…
How Fast Can You Fix This?
The sooner you start, the sooner it ends. When your reputation is on the line, time isn’t your friend. You must be ready to respond — and the message and tone must…
What Marie Kondo Can Teach Us About Crisis Plans
Let’s be honest: Everything related to a traditional crisis is more likely to cause heartburn than joy. When most people think of a traditional crisis plan, they envision something “comprehensive” that will…
When Someone Else’s #MeToo Affects You Too
What do you do when someone on your staff is experiencing a #MeToo moment? It’s not just their problem. You, too, have decisions to make. Every action you take has a reaction.…
Out of Your Hands?
Things are usually not out of your control. At least until the jury (literal or figurative) is ready to render its verdict. Until that point, you have a chance to affect the…