Brands that suffer a crisis have to go through a six-step process of penance before regaining confidence in the community.
Stories by Richard Brownell


3 Social Media Metrics Tips to Impress the C-Suite
June 17th, 2015 by Richard BrownellThe first step in proving the value of social media to the C-Suite is to measure your brand’s social media engagement.

5 Nonverbal Crisis Communications Tips
June 16th, 2015 by Richard BrownellIn a crisis situation, your physical presence can say just as much as the message you are delivering.

The Power of Communities in Building Your Brand
June 10th, 2015 by Richard BrownellCommunities can be a great benefit for your brand by freely engaging in activities that are essential to your organization’s success.

One-Way ‘Conversations’ Plague Brands
June 9th, 2015 by Richard BrownellIf your brand is doing all the talking on social media, then you are missing the value that social can bring to your organization.

6 Ways Twitter’s Audience Insights Can Empower Your Messaging
May 29th, 2015 by Richard BrownellTwitter’s recent upgrade to its analytics platform, Audience Insights, will allow communicators a deeper look into the many facets of audiences on the social network.

A Day in the Life of PR: Win a $500 AmEx Gift Card
May 21st, 2015 by Richard BrownellSend us a 90-second clip of a Day in the Life of your PR team and you may win a $500 AmEx gift card.

4 Media Engagement Tactics That Work for the UN Foundation’s PR Team
May 18th, 2015 by Richard BrownellThe UN Foundation’s partnership program for media engagement offers tips that can serve as a model for nonprofit groups looking to share their story with a wider audience.

Philly Mayor Leads the Message After Amtrak Derailment
May 14th, 2015 by Richard BrownellCommunicating crucial details with the public is a primary concern when a tragedy strikes. Philadelphia Mayor Michael Nutter has proven a largely effective crisis communicator.

What PR Pros Need to Know About Facebook Instant Articles
May 13th, 2015 by Richard BrownellFacebook’s Instant Articles has the potential to change the way people absorb news and content, and how PR communicators do their jobs.