Avoid turning a drama into a crisis
By Althea Taylor-Salmon, posted 2nd January 2015
A calamity can ruin a company’s reputation and in some extreme circumstances, can destroy the business permanently. Because of the unpredictability of such events and the tendency of media coverage adding fuel to the fire, crisis management has become an integral part of any strategic PR agency’s repertoire. In a previous article, we covered some of the golden rules for effective crisis communications management – in this article we will provide you with real world examples of businesses who have handled potentially-damaging situations with expert finesse. 1.JC Penny Retail giant JC Penny released a teapot with what turned out to be an unfortunate
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