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American Airlines Soars Through A Potential Crisis

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At least one company learned something about PR and reputation from the United Airlines fiasco earlier this month. This time it was a scuffle between an American Airlines flight attendant and a passenger who had tried to put a stroller in the overhead compartment. This is how it’s done.

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2017 Crisis Management That (Mostly) Worked

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But in the spirit of fair play, here are some examples of reputation management that succeeded in 2017. It seems almost quaint now, given the explosion of reputation-killing headlines that have followed the brand “scandal.” Southwest Airlines’ soft landing. Pepsi’s graceful mea culpa. Well handled.

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United Flies Into Another PR Storm

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The video, which went viral by Monday morning after being posted on Facebook by another passenger, is plenty disturbing. As of midday Monday, the airline had issued the following statement. According to other passengers on the flight, the airline said it needed four seats to fly its own employees to Louisville.

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Who Were The PR Winners And Losers of 2017?

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Here’s a look at those who came out on top, and others who took a reputation beating last year. After “Today” show star Matt Lauer was abruptly fired following allegations of sexual misconduct, it seemed that NBC would take a terrible blow to its reputation. United Airlines. The Winners.

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Preparing for a Hard Landing: Today’s Crisis PR 101

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This week’s United Airlines incident has by far created the most inquiries from people asking me, “What would you recommend United do now?” The speed and “viralness” of this week’s news puts the importance of prompt communication at the forefront. Good grief! CRISIS IDENTIFICATION PROCESS.

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When The CEO Should Be The PR Spokesperson

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Being the steward of a company’s image and reputation comes with the job. If the company’s reputation is in jeopardy, its CEO becomes the chief emergency officer by default. And even those who aren’t household names have used social media to be visible and connected. Many lack the time or commitment to deal with media.

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Smart PR Helps Spread Good News

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Emotions layered with happiness make up the majority of top drivers of viral content. The ultimate feel-good story: a baby was born mid-flight on Spirit Airlines. Best of all was the airline’s quick PR thinking as it announced that young Christoph Lezcano will fly free every year on his birthday for life.

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