Large donations by companies and family foundations provide the cornerstone for many prominent nonprofit organizations. But when those donations become shrouded in negative publicity, recipients must weigh their value against the damage…
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Sleepless Nights & Cold Sweats
What keeps you awake at night? Or causes cold sweats when you do fall asleep? For business owners, the causes are many. None are pretty. Let’s examine a few of the issues…
According to a suit…
You ever notice that some news stories about lawsuits seem awfully skewed towards one side? Think about the news coverage of the multiple sexual harassment claims against the likes of Harvey Weinstein,…
Attorney-Client Privilege Under Attack?
The Ides of March came one day early this year. At first glance, a California appellate court ruling on March 14th seemed to imperil the concept that the work of Crisis PR…
That’s the Best You Can Come Up With?
Back in the day, a metal shop teacher drilled a mantra into his students: “A place for every tool. Every tool in its place.” Life was simpler then. Fast forward and everything…
Painted Into a Corner?
Before you start painting, think of the consequences. We’ve all been there. The question is, What are you going to do about it? Whining doesn’t help. So fix it. There’s really…
Do I Sense a Trend?
It’s been a bad week for the auto industry. Already-shaken consumer confidence was further undermined as the negative headlines kept coming. First: VW agreed to a $14.7 billion settlement in its…
Being Heard
News coverage unfavorable? Can’t tell your story because the media no longer cares? File suit. That’s an effective way of getting the attention not only of the other side — but also…
Making Your Own Luck
Many truisms are passed from one generation to the next. Simple rules designed to guide you through life smoothly. One stands out as especially true in any phase of life and business:…
Be Very Afraid
Surviving a crisis is tough. Preparing eases the pain. “It’s only a matter of the ‘when,’ not the ‘if,’ that we are going to see something dramatic.” ~ Admiral Michael Rogers, Director…