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Crisis Communications: 10 Steps for Building an Effective Plan

Onclusive

Social media has fundamentally changed how people communicate in times of crisis. Just this month, victims of Hurricanes Harvey and Irma used social media to communicate with first responders, know where gas was available and follow emergency updates. Apologizing in a time of crisis can lead to legal concerns.

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COVID 19 and Crisis Communications

Solo PR Pro

All good PR pros know you can be both reassuring and completely honest in a crisis- and in fact, the latter plays an important role in the former.” – Kellye Crane, Crane Communications. It’s full-on Crisis Communications mode for those of us who specialize in such things. You can connect with Michael on LinkedIN.

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TCIP #007 – Overcoming Legal Challenges in Crisis Communication with Sara Hawkins

Melissa Agnes

Welcome to episode #007 of The Crisis Intelligence Podcast, with Melissa Agnes and Sara Hawkins. In this episode, Sara and I discuss: How to deal with today’s demand for real-time communications in a crisis – without putting your organization at legal risk. How to effectively work with your legal council in a crisis.

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TCIP #008 – The Power of Story Telling in Crisis Communications with Greg Power

Melissa Agnes

Welcome to episode #008 of The Crisis Intelligence Podcast, with Melissa Agnes and Greg Power. In a crisis, a strong and human story can help you get in front of the headlines and become the narrative of your own crisis. How a dramatic narrative, told by your organization, can save you from an otherwise irreparable crisis.

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TCIP #003 – The Power of Mobile Technology in Crisis Communication with Jim Spicuzza

Melissa Agnes

Welcome to episode #003 of The Crisis Intelligence Podcast with Melissa Agnes and Jim Spicuzza. Mobile technology can do wonders for today’s crisis communication. Within this podcast, Jim Spicuzza, CEO of CrisisGo, and I discuss the power of mobile technology in your crisis communications. Running time: 49:30.

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Is Your Corporate Website Still the Right Place to Designate as Your Crisis Communications Home Base?

Melissa Agnes

With the growing use of social media to follow brands, rather than navigating to the brand’s corporate website, should your corporate website still be used as your crisis communications home base? One you should aim to think through within your crisis preparedness. It’s the best way to archive your crisis response.

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TCIP #032 – The National Weather Service’s Crisis Communication Strategy with Daniel Noah

Melissa Agnes

Welcome to episode #032 of The Crisis Intelligence Podcast, with Melissa Agnes and Daniel Noah. Often, within my speaking engagements, I use the National Weather Service as a great example of innovative communications in times of emergency. Connect with Melissa on LinkedIn. Connect with Dan on LinkedIn.