Last week, our PR community delved into several engaging discussions. Members explored strategic shifts in crisis management, particularly re-evaluating rapid response approaches. The complexities of stakeholder engagement were also a hot topic, with conversations about updating stakeholder maps to reflect dynamic relationships. Additionally, there was a lively debate on effective media training techniques and how to make them more impactful between sessions.
This Week’s Hot Topics
Street vendor ordinance vote next week
Members are dissecting the potential PR implications of this upcoming vote, especially how it might impact public perception and community relations.
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Rethinking our rapid response playbook
A thought-provoking conversation on how we can innovate our crisis management strategies to be more agile and effective.
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When sentiment thinks a cat is a crisis
An intriguing look at how sentiment analysis can sometimes misinterpret benign events as crises, and what that means for PR strategies.
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When the stakeholder map needs therapy
Exploring why updating our stakeholder maps is crucial for maintaining clear communication channels and effective engagement.
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Mic check turned into a town hall
A fascinating discussion about how a routine mic check transformed into an impromptu community town hall, highlighting the power of spontaneous engagement.
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Making media training stick between sessions
Strategies to reinforce media training lessons, ensuring they remain effective long after the session ends.
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The day our apology link 404’d
An unexpected glitch during an apology rollout prompts a deeper conversation on the importance of digital reliability in crisis communications.
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Statutory brunch, anyone
A lighter thread discussing how informal gatherings, like brunches, can foster better PR team collaboration and creativity.
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Earliest great save from a rogue tweet
Reminiscing about quick thinking and clever saves in the early days of social media when tweets went awry.
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Why we still use the JIC model
A deep dive into the continued relevance of the Joint Information Center model in modern PR practices.
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Looking forward to another week of engaging discussions and valuable exchanges. Don’t hesitate to jump into the conversations and share your perspectives.