Its Friday afternoon when the phone rings. Something truly bad has happened – something that could change the face of your company. What to do next? Breathe deep and think through these steps: Gather the essential information. Gather all of the essential information. Not everything will be available right away, but more information will come …
Predictable Patterns During a Crisis
By definition, a crisis creates an unstable and high pressure situation. In the moment, there are so many unknowns and you would give anything for a crystal ball to know how it will unfold. While we would not recommend speculating, we have seen hundreds of crises and identified common patterns that have emerged in most …
An Unexpected Path: Finding My Niche in Business Continuity and Disaster Recovery Planning
In December 2004, I graduated from Augsburg College in Minnesota with a bachelor’s degree in management information systems, economics, and business administration. I wasn’t sure which direction my future career would take me but I was looking forward to finding out what was next. Discovering Disaster Recovery Fortunately, I landed the first job I applied …
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Crisis Management and Preparedness as an Imperative
When the unexpected strikes, swift and strategic action can determine the outcome of a crisis. But what happens when the first notification of a crisis is a call from a local reporter? This very scenario occurs all too frequently, catching companies off guard and forcing them into reactionary mode. The phone rings, you pick it …
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Optimizing Crisis Management Exercises for Success
Learn how to optimize crisis management exercises for business success, including common pitfalls, simulation strategies, and post-exercise reviews.
Navigating The Pathway: Launching A Career In Crisis Management For Recent College Graduates
As we navigate an increasingly unpredictable world, the field of crisis management has become a critical component of organizational and societal stability. This dynamic profession involves identifying, assessing, understanding, and coping with serious situations, especially those that threaten an organization’s operations, staff, or reputation. In this article, you’ll learn more about careers in crisis management. …
Managing Uncertainty Podcast – Episode #202: AI Will Save the World
Discover the incredible potential of artificial intelligence in transforming our world as we discuss Mark Andreessen’s thought-provoking article, “Why AI Will Save the World” From augmenting human intelligence to the birth of a golden age for the creative arts, AI’s impact on productivity, innovation, and empathy is nothing short of groundbreaking. Join Bryghtpath Principal & …
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Crisis Management Mistakes: Identifying and Avoiding Them
Discover common crisis management mistakes and learn effective strategies to avoid them, ensuring your business can navigate uncertainty with confidence.
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