The collapse of Silicon Valley Bank (SVB) was a shock to many business leaders, but it’s just one example of the unexpected events that can threaten a company’s very existence. From the Great Recession to COVID-19, external factors can have a significant impact on business operations, so it’s crucial to be prepared for “black swan” …
How to Prepare for Unpredictable Crises: The 3 Ps of Crisis Prep Read More »
While everyone’s hearts may be focused on Valentine’s Day this week, we would also do well to have our minds considering another, less noticed occasion – today is National Safer Internet Day. One of the greatest challenges in public relations work is helping a client through a crisis. Literally everything can be at stake – …
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The worst happens. A fiscal or physical crisis befalls your organization. A trusted, longtime bookkeeper embezzles money. An accident at your plant claims lives and calls into question your safety protocols. A television news reporter is at your door demanding an on-camera interview. You need to act – now. No time to make a plan, …
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