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What role do stakeholders play in the escalation of an organizational crisis?
What role do stakeholders play in the escalation of an organizational crisis?
Which of the following is a key aspect of communicating during a crisis?
Which of the following is a key aspect of communicating during a crisis?
How do crisis development patterns on social media differ from legacy media?
How do crisis development patterns on social media differ from legacy media?
How can organizational crises impact the industry?
How can organizational crises impact the industry?
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What is one way an organization can prepare for future crises?
What is one way an organization can prepare for future crises?
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What is the primary effect of a crisis on an organization according to the definitions provided?
What is the primary effect of a crisis on an organization according to the definitions provided?
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Which characteristic of crises indicates that they often lead to immediate emotional reactions?
Which characteristic of crises indicates that they often lead to immediate emotional reactions?
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How does social media impact crisis communication?
How does social media impact crisis communication?
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What should be a priority when addressing a crisis?
What should be a priority when addressing a crisis?
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What does a crisis in an organization typically disrupt?
What does a crisis in an organization typically disrupt?
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Which of the following statements is true regarding the characteristics of crises?
Which of the following statements is true regarding the characteristics of crises?
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What is the perception of an event in crisis communication primarily concerned with?
What is the perception of an event in crisis communication primarily concerned with?
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Which term is associated with the last phase of problems leading to a crisis?
Which term is associated with the last phase of problems leading to a crisis?
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What can be a potential outcome of an unaddressed issue in an organization?
What can be a potential outcome of an unaddressed issue in an organization?
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Which of the following does NOT represent a characteristic of crises?
Which of the following does NOT represent a characteristic of crises?
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What is a primary consequence of poor strategic communication during a crisis?
What is a primary consequence of poor strategic communication during a crisis?
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What does the initial crisis response emphasize as crucial for communication?
What does the initial crisis response emphasize as crucial for communication?
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Which approach should organizations take to maintain trust during a crisis?
Which approach should organizations take to maintain trust during a crisis?
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What is the first priority during a crisis for organizations?
What is the first priority during a crisis for organizations?
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To effectively address stakeholders' emotions during a crisis, organizations should do what?
To effectively address stakeholders' emotions during a crisis, organizations should do what?
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When responding to a crisis, why is it important to monitor reactions?
When responding to a crisis, why is it important to monitor reactions?
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What is a key strategy for reputational repair following a crisis?
What is a key strategy for reputational repair following a crisis?
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Which type of crisis can heavily impact an organization's ability to communicate effectively?
Which type of crisis can heavily impact an organization's ability to communicate effectively?
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What does the 'check' component in the initial crisis response involve?
What does the 'check' component in the initial crisis response involve?
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What type of communication can lead to an online firestorm during a crisis?
What type of communication can lead to an online firestorm during a crisis?
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Which aspect of communication is vital for maintaining stakeholder perception during a crisis?
Which aspect of communication is vital for maintaining stakeholder perception during a crisis?
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What should organizations avoid when addressing a crisis?
What should organizations avoid when addressing a crisis?
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In crisis communication, why is it important to use multiple channels?
In crisis communication, why is it important to use multiple channels?
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What is an essential part of managing a crisis effectively?
What is an essential part of managing a crisis effectively?
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Flashcards
What is a crisis?
What is a crisis?
An unexpected event that threatens important expectations of stakeholders and can negatively impact an organization's performance and reputation.
Who are stakeholders in a crisis?
Who are stakeholders in a crisis?
A situation that can involve various stakeholders, each with their own expectations and concerns. These stakeholders can be internal such as employees, or external such as customers, investors, or regulators.
What is crisis analysis?
What is crisis analysis?
A comprehensive analysis of several elements like the nature of the crisis, its severity, and the stakeholders involved.
What is crisis communication?
What is crisis communication?
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How do you prepare for a crisis?
How do you prepare for a crisis?
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What is online crisis communication?
What is online crisis communication?
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What is crisis simulation?
What is crisis simulation?
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Why is online communication important in a crisis?
Why is online communication important in a crisis?
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How important is storytelling in crisis communication?
How important is storytelling in crisis communication?
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What is the impact of a crisis on trust?
What is the impact of a crisis on trust?
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Crisis Stakeholders
Crisis Stakeholders
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Organizational Stakeholders
Organizational Stakeholders
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Effective Crisis Communication
Effective Crisis Communication
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Crisis Communication on Social Media
Crisis Communication on Social Media
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Organizational Crises
Organizational Crises
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Crisis
Crisis
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Crisis: Types of events
Crisis: Types of events
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Crisis: Bad communication
Crisis: Bad communication
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Crisis: Actions
Crisis: Actions
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Crisis: Production/Product failures
Crisis: Production/Product failures
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Crisis: Consequences
Crisis: Consequences
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Crisis: Communication impact
Crisis: Communication impact
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Crisis: Trust Impact
Crisis: Trust Impact
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Crisis: Instability
Crisis: Instability
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Organization-Stakeholder Relationship
Organization-Stakeholder Relationship
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Direct messages
Direct messages
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Mass Media (MM) Messages
Mass Media (MM) Messages
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Social Media (SM) Messages
Social Media (SM) Messages
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Stakeholder Perception
Stakeholder Perception
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Key/Core Stakeholders
Key/Core Stakeholders
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Study Notes
Crisis Communication Overview
- Crisis communication is crucial for managing events that threaten stakeholders' expectations.
- A crisis is the perception of an unpredictable event that greatly impacts stakeholder expectations, leading to potentially negative outcomes.
- Stakeholders' perceptions play a significant role in crisis escalation.
- Information spreads rapidly in today's digital environment, often making it challenging to control or correct misinformation.
- Mistakes concerning crisis communication are likely to get more attention and spread initially, than an official, well thought out response.
Types of Crises and Consequences
- Crises can stem from accidents, injuries, explosions, deaths, or communication failures.
- Poor strategic communications significantly impacts an organization's response to crises.
- Operational issues, malfunctions, or fraud can also cause crises.
- Crises can hinder a company's ability to operate and run business.
- Crises hamper communication and damage public trust, leading to instability.
- Negative media coverage is a significant aspect of an organizational crisis.
Crisis Communication during a Crisis
- Understanding the crisis situation is paramount.
- Monitoring and understanding stakeholder reactions, communication styles and concerns is key
- Adaptability to changes in stakeholder reaction is critical.
- Effective crisis communication demands a considered response to mitigate the impact the crisis has on stakeholder relationships
- Showing empathy towards those affected by the crisis can lessen the negative impact of the crisis and demonstrate care.
Strategies for Crisis Response and Communication
- Prioritize public safety in initial crisis response.
- Communication channels should be readily available and multiple channels should be used.
- Accurate and timely communication is crucial to rebuild and maintain trust.
- Consistency in statements and messaging is very important.
- Providing support to those affected by the crisis shows empathy.
- Counseling of affected employees or those involved should be conducted and made available.
Initial Crisis Response
- Speed and accuracy of information are crucial factors in initial crisis response.
- Establishing consistent communication among stakeholders, including internal personnel, is important.
- Utilizing diverse means to communicate with stakeholders and maintain transparency is a priority.
Additional Notes
- Organizational crisis response mechanisms depend on their past experiences.
- Various spokespersons should tailor messages to specific stakeholder groups for optimal effectiveness.
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Test your knowledge on the critical aspects of crisis management. This quiz covers stakeholders' roles, communication strategies during a crisis, and the impact of crises on industries. Explore the differences between crisis development on social media and legacy media.