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State of Crisis Communications and Social Media from a Professor’s Perspective

Waxing UnLyrical

A recent report from Continuity Insights in 2014 shows that “over half (58%) rated mobile technologies [are considered] as absolutely vital in carrying out crisis communications plans, up 5% since 2013” (page 4). We researchers often only focus on what good can be accomplished with social media at our fingertips.

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The Top PR Threats To Your Company’s Reputation

ImPRessions - Crenshaw Communications

A hack or security breach can have a huge PR ripple effect, undermining relations with customers and tarnishing a brand image for years. The notorious 2013 hack of Target cardholders ultimately cost the company $242 million. The Viral Customer Complaint. The good news is that “viralcustomer service works both ways.