PR Explored: The Podcast for Public Relations and Communications Pros

How to Develop Effective Communication Strategies in the Misinformation Age


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In this episode of PR Explored, host Michelle Garrett discusses misinformation and its impact on public relations with guest Jennifer McGinley, a PR consultant specializing in healthcare.

They delve into the definitions of misinformation, disinformation, and malformation, providing insights into how organizations can prepare and respond to these challenges.

The conversation covers proactive crisis communication strategies, the importance of internal communications, media training, and the role of community building in maintaining trust and credibility.

They also emphasize the need for continuous monitoring and engagement on social media platforms to manage and address misinformation effectively.

00:00 Welcome to PR Explored

00:15 Introducing Jennifer McGinley

00:44 Understanding Misinformation, Disinformation, and Malformation

05:24 The Importance of Crisis Communication

09:26 Building Trust and Internal Communication

17:51 Navigating Social Media and Information Overload

24:48 Preparing for Misinformation in Healthcare

34:20 Navigating Trust in Health Advice

35:25 The Overwhelming Flood of Information

35:56 Skepticism and Trust in the Digital Age

36:18 The Importance of Media Literacy

37:13 Purpose and Motivation Behind Sharing Information

38:34 Managing Misinformation in Companies

39:33 Proactive Crisis Management

40:39 The Role of Social Media in Crisis Response

42:30 Monitoring Online Discussions

45:55 Leveraging Social Proof Against Disinformation

46:52 Building Community Trust

49:33 The Impact of Crisis on Reputation and Bottom Line

50:03 The Importance of Accurate Information in Research

53:38 Generational Differences in Brand Loyalty

55:20 The Role of Reviews and Feedback

56:46 The Importance of Clear Communication

58:07 Conclusion and Final Thoughts

Show notes:

JLM Strategic Communications: https://jlmstrategiccommunications.com/

Follow Jennifer McGinley on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/jennifer-mcginley/

Follow the host:

Website: www.michellegarrett.com

LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/prstrategist/

YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@PRisUs

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Threads: https://www.threads.com/@prwritergal

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About the host: Michelle Garrett is a B2B PR consultant, media relations consultant, writer and author of B2B PR That Gets Results, an Amazon Best Seller. She helps companies create content, earn media coverage, and position themselves as thought leaders in their industry. Michelle’s articles have been featured by Entrepreneur, Content Marketing Institute, Muck Rack, and Ragan’s PR Daily, among others. She’s a frequent speaker and podcast guest on public relations and content. Michelle has been repeatedly ranked among the top ten most influential PR professionals.

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