Crisis: Turn Adversity into Advantage
Crisis costs time, money, customers, careers, and in the worst case of scenarios, lives. Make sure your organization has proper policies and procedures in place so when crisis strikes you can turn adversity into advantage.
Behind the Headlines With Kathy Walsh
In an interview with Cision, Fallston Group’s Director of Marketing Kathy Walsh discusses the importance of knowing what is being said about your brand, how to properly prepare for potential crises and why basic marketing principles are still relevant today.
And Ultimately, Your Career
Curt Schilling’s most recent social media tirade cost him his job, and the respect of many. Crisis costs time, money, customers, and careers.
When You Are the Face of Crisis: 5 Keys for Successful Media Relations
Being proactive and getting out in front of a situation is the best way to remain in control of it. Here are five keys for successful communication when facing the media.
Gary McCord “Raked” Through the Coals…Again
CBS’ Gary McCord found himself in hot water after being misinterpreted during a live broadcast of the Farmers Insurance Open last weekend. After his intentional blunder in 1994, viewers are not as forgiving this time around.
Chipotle Closes Doors for One-Day Food Safety Meeting
Chipotle will close its doors February 8th for a one-day national food safety meeting.
Is It Too Late for Chipotle to Become An “Industry Leader” in Food Safety?
Chipotle responds to E. coli outbreak; claims it will become a “leader in food safety.”
During Time of Crisis, World’s Most Powerful Mobilize for Common Cause
Despite the horrific devastation we all witnessed two weeks ago, it’s encouraging to see some of the world’s most powerful leaders affirmatively put their differences aside for a common cause.
Volkswagen’s Scandal Demands Transparency, Quickly
Dieselgate shows no signs of abating. How Volkswagen reacts in the coming days and weeks will surely determine its fate going forward.
Four Lessons for Those Facing Adversity
Pete Rose and Phil Mickelson are under fire as each face their own issues of adversity. Fallston Group offers four tips to save your brand and image when dealing with adversity.