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Stories by Brett Bruen


Podcasts Can be a Critical Part of Your Crisis Strategy
May 10th, 2023 by Brett BruenPodcasts can be an effective way for executives to build credibility and trust with key stakeholders, argues our contributor.

Communications Lessons from the State of the Union
February 13th, 2023 by Brett BruenMany American companies could learn a few things from how President Joe Biden responded during his State of the Union.

Should ‘Woke’ Companies Be Worried?
November 15th, 2022 by Brett BruenWhat is the best response when your company is called out for being “woke”? American values. Avoid getting dragged into a culture-war conversation.

The Most Critical Piece of Counter-Crisis Infrastructure
August 15th, 2022 by Brett BruenGetting your company ready for crisis can seem overwhelming. Where do you start? What will really make an impact? The short answer is simple: start with your story.

Reach Out Now to Unusual Sources of Help for a Crisis
May 17th, 2022 by Brett BruenThe friends and relationships needed during a PR crisis often are far different from the partnerships you focus on when operating at normal times. Often, the individuals and institutions that are best positioned to provide support when you have problems are quite different from those you and your company engage with on a day-to-day basis. The problem is most companies not only fail to build those bridges, but they also do not even know who these entities are or where to start.

You Need to Take a Risk Retreat
February 15th, 2022 by Brett BruenOne of the best ways to prepare for your company’s next crisis is to simply walk away and take a risk retreat.

Business Communicators Must Play a Role in Elections…Again
November 16th, 2021 by Brett BruenThere used to be a belief that businesses could, and indeed should, stay away from the campaign trail. Sure, they donate to candidates and often have lots of lobbyists. But, it was not seen as their role to try and support or strengthen the democratic process itself. That all changed in 2020.

Oxford, AstraZeneca Boost Transparency During COVID Crisis
October 19th, 2021 by Brett BruenExposing the emotional elements of a story during a PR crisis can be extraordinarily powerful. Unfortunately, it is too often deemed an unacceptable risk. Yet, the team at Oxford was able to employ storytelling effectively during these difficult days.

Have You Simulated Issues and Crises for 2022? Do It Now
September 20th, 2021 by Brett BruenYou thought the last few years were challenging for crisis communication? Sure, we had a global pandemic and massive political upheaval. Disinformation and truth distortions reached record levels. Don’t forget the unprecedented changes to our planet. But, you haven’t seen anything like what awaits us in 2022.