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Best wishes for the holiday season,

The security of personal information is one of the most important things to a consumer, especially in the telecommunications business. While I’d need more information to talk specifics about this company’s challenge, here are a few principles to follow: Take ownership of the situation: accept responsibility for the breach, be transparent about the scope, and […]

Dear Dana, Regardless of the charges’ merit, you absolutely should be thinking about how the scandal may reflect on your organization. Everyone associated with the organization — from the executive director to board members to staff to interns — are brand ambassadors, and their actions affect the collective integrity. Here are a few things you […]

Michael Gordon discussing the downside of Netflix’s recent announcement.
Latest Move Gets Netflix More Wrath

Hi Gloria, You bring up a point that’s crucial to a successful PR program, yet often overlooked. The answer is that it depends entirely on your organization and the firm with which you want to work – but let me offer some guidance: First, determine your basic needs and goals. • Are you a new […]

Michael Gordon discusses News Corp.’s handling of the hacking crisis.
The Missteps in Managing News Corp.’s Hacking Crisis