Crisis Ahead

The aftermath of the deadly and destructive wildfires on Maui is following a script that many government and corporate executives have faced when trying to recover from a crisis at their organizations. But the predictable nature of the pattern does not make the images and news from the Hawaii any less riveting, gut-wrenching—or instructive.

The deadly and tragic wildfires on Maui have provided three important lessons for preventing and managing a crisis.

Find out why you need different crisis management plans for different types of crises—and how to prepare them.

Richard North Patterson has a special reason to celebrate the publication of his latest novel. Indeed, The Trial represents a triumph over an unexpected obstacle that he faced in the publishing industry and is a cautionary tale about preparing for and managing a crisis. In this episode of “Crisis Ahead,” Patterson shares how he responded to the challenge and what others can learn from his experience.

How will the planned merger of Saudi-Backed LIV Golf with the PGA Tour help or hurt their image and reputation? In this episode, crisis communication expert Andy Barr discusses how the deal could impact the two organizations, and what government executives and business leaders can learn from the pending merger.

Quotes

“Effective resolution requires constant communication, transparency, and unwavering dedication."-Andy Barr

"My advice to people is to go out and meet the ones who caused the biggest headaches during the crisis."-Andy Barr

Featured Guest
Andy Barr
Crisis Management and Leadership Expert
Linkedln: https://www.linkedin.com/in/andy-barr-ab77291/

Chapters
00:25 - Introduction
01:03 - Insights with Andy Barr: A Career in Crisis Communication
05:16 - The Power of Preparedness: Briefing Key Personnel
09:33 - Sport Washing: The Saudi Government's Strategy
11:11 - Brands in the Golf Sector: New Opportunities
13:11 - The Challenge of Investigative Articles and Media Scrutiny
14:41 - Navigating Brand Risks in the Merged Golf Industry
16:09 - PGA's Crisis Mishap: The Merger Misstep
17:58 - Learning from Mistakes: The Impact of Internal Comms on Brand Reputation
20:06 - Dark and Concerning: High-Impact Crisis Examples
22:21 - Conclusion

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Which organizations and individuals do you think are doing the best or worst jobs in responding to a crisis? Constance Dierickx is a crisis management and leadership consultant. In this episode, she shares her opinions on who should be in a Crisis Management Hall of Fame and Hall of Shame—and why.

Quotes

"Great leaders remain vigilant against insider threats for enhanced safety."- Constance Dierickx

"In the pursuit of positive change, we acknowledge the challenges faced in retail banking and aim for a healthier environment."- Constance Dierickx

"Opinions are valid, but to be persuasive,You need to say more."- Constance Dierickx

Featured Guest
Constance Dierickx
Crisis Management and Leadership Expert
Linkedln: https://www.linkedin.com/in/constancedierickx/

Chapters
00:43 Introduction
01:49 Academic institutions bending to student protests.
03:22 The Importance of Persuasive Reasoning
05:05 Mixed department response to train derailment.
07:30 Unclear on video purpose, possible damage control.
09:11 A Visionary with Impulsiveness and Key Decision-Making
11:15 Recognizing the Risks and Consequences
13:17 The Importance of Paying Attention and Interrogating Disparate Information
16:26 Blindness to company decline; lack of oversight.
20:57 The Power of Diverse Information Gathering and Continuous Learning
22:09 Conclusion

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Do you know how different leadership styles can affect the way your organization will manage a crisis? Ryan McCormick is a crisis communications expert and co-founder of Goldman McCormick PR. In this episode of “Crisis Ahead,” he shares his observations on how the leadership styles of government and corporate executives have impacted their responses to crisis situations.

Quotes

"Being overly rigid in one's stance prevents them from fully exploring and maximizing their potential impact.."- Ryan McCormick

"Leaders who stay true to their principles, even when popular opinion aligns, gain special respect and recognition."- Ryan McCormick

"Always anticipate crises as they are career self-defense. Stay prepared, respond sincerely and transparently when they occur."-Ryan McCormick

Featured Guest
Ryan McCormick
Co-Founder of Goldman McCormick Public Relations
Linkedln: https://www.linkedin.com/in/ryanmccormick131/

Chapters
00:53 - Introduction
01:16 - Crisis Communications and Leadership Styles by Goldman McCormick
02:57 - Strengthening Crisis Response in Teams
05:35 - Assessing Leadership Styles in the Political Arena
06:27 - Effective Information Relay in Leadership
09:24 - Crisis in Sales: Unprecedented Drop in Bud Light's Market
12:32 - Positive Leadership: North Carolina's Governor
14:53 - Examining Disney CEO Bob Chapek's Strategies
17:03 - DeSantis: Leadership Style, Scrutiny, and the Road to Presidency
20:10 - Christy Nunn: The Dark Horse Candidate for President
21:48 - Building Resilience in Crisis Communications
22:58 - Conclusion

Organizations that fail to document and study how they addressed a crisis can run the risk of repeating the mistakes they made in managing the situation. Communication consultant Kim Crowder shares her advice and recommendations on when and how companies and government agencies should document a crisis and who should be involved in this important process.

Quotes

"Once the crisis subsides, unleash your thoughts, regroup as a team, and document ideas to fuel meaningful discussions and drive progress."- Kim Crowder

"Consider essential team members and seek feedback selectively to avoid overwhelming the conversation with too many voices.”- Kim Crowder

"In times of crisis, organizations must recognize the impact of communication channels."-Kim Crowder

Featured Guest

Kim Crowder
Founder and CEO of Kim Crowder Consulting
Linkedln: https://www.linkedin.com/in/kimcrowder/

Chapters
00:36 Introduction
02:14 Overcoming Implementation Challenges in Organizations.
04:00 Understanding the Impact of Communication Channels.
06:52 Recognizing and Documenting Different Levels of Impact
09:54 Auditing and Feedback for Crisis Plans
07:57 Key Indicators for Crisis Documentation and Planning.
11:44 Building Trust and Accountability through Public Transparency.
13:27 Strategically Reflecting and Evaluating Crisis Aftermath.
15:22 The Value of Including Different Levels of Leadership in Crisis Discussions
17:04 Importance of Feedback, Representation, and Decision-Making.
19:00 Harnessing the Benefits of Criticism in Crisis Management
20:43 Crisis Preparation, Documentation, and Building Proprietary Processes.
22:29 Conclusion

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What can you learn from how the fictional family on a popular TV show responded to a business crisis? Christine Haas is CEO of Haas Media and a former award-winning journalist. In this episode, she discusses what government executives and business leaders can learn from how members of the Roy family on HBO’s “Succession” responded to crisis situations.

Quotes

"Media training is crucial. People often underestimate its necessity until they face a challenging press conference or similar circumstances."- Christine Haas

"Don't be fooled by your own story or truth, as it may not always be accurate."- Christine Haas

"Transparency and accountability are key in handling crises. Hiding, staying silent, or lying only leads to disaster." - Christine Haas

Featured Guest
Christine Haas
CEO of Hass Media
Linkedln: https://www.linkedin.com/in/christineaehaas/

Chapters
00:01 Introduction
03:05 Unveiling Corporate Communication Challenges.
06:35 The Power of Proactive Reputation Management.
08:40 Protecting Data and Managing Cybersecurity Risks
10:23 Building Trust through Acknowledgment and Action
12:29 The Influence of Villain Representation on Public Perception.
15:05 Mastering Media Training for Effective Communication.
18:09 Unlocking Growth and Avoiding Ego-driven Pitfalls
20:06 Navigating Crises: Honesty, Acknowledgement, and Transparency.
22:06 Preparing for an AI-Driven World.
23:49 Conclusion

Karen Naumann is a veteran public relations strategist. In this episode of “Crisis Ahead,” she shares her recommendations for the steps managers of federal agencies and corporate executives should take to ensure they are ready to respond to a variety of crisis situations.

Quotes

"Scan diverse sources, beyond your industry, to anticipate future landscapes encompassing political, economic, social, technical, legal, and environmental factors."- Karen Naumann

"For an organization to neglect crisis planning is an act of reckless negligence."- Karen Naumann"

Embrace strategic foresight through proactive information gathering for anticipating future environments."- Karen Naumann

Featured Guest
Karen Naumann
Public Relations Strategist
Linkedln: https://www.linkedin.com/in/karennaumann/

Chapters
00:02 Introduction
01:22 Differentiating Between Issues, Emergencies, and Crises.
05:35 Proactive Environmental Scanning for Potential Crises.
08:52 Pre-crisis Activities: Prevention, Preparation, & Relationship Building
09:55 Anticipating Negative Impact: Identifying Stakeholders in Crisis
13:33 Safeguarding Stakeholders from Misinformation
14:45 Inoculating Stakeholders: Proactive Defense Against Misinformation Spread
16:56 Applying the Power-Legitimacy-Concern Model
18:58 Exploring Modern Crisis Types: Faux PA and Cancel Culture.
20:35 Containment and Recovery: Responding to Spillover Crisis Situations
21:50 Navigating the Full Spectrum of Crisis Communications
22:38 Conclusion

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