James Harden’s Real Problem Is Not the Arrest
You watched the news break this morning. James Harden, a Cleveland Cavaliers guard, was arrested in Houston just before 4 a.m. on a misdemeanor weapons charge. A handgun was sitting in plain view on the seat of his car. A $100 bond. A court date set for June 22. And then, within hours, the jokes […]
The Crisis Communication Strategy Hidden in Brad Pitt’s F1 Press Conference
There is a scene early in the movie F1 that every business leader should study. Brad Pitt plays Sonny Hayes, a driver coming back to the sport after thirty years away. He walks into a press conference, and a reporter sits there ready to bury him. Before you read another word, watch how Sonny answers. […]
When the Founder Becomes the Brand Exposure Risk
Blake Brown was Target’s largest haircare launch on record. In its first three and a half weeks on shelves, the brand generated close to $5 million in sales and $16 million in media impact value. The products scored well in consumer testing. Customers liked them. By every early measure, the launch was working. Then came […]
AI Governance for Board Directors Lessons from Krafton
Let me be direct with you. Your AI conversations are not private. They are not protected. And they can be used against your company in court. On March 16, 2026, the Delaware Court of Chancery made that crystal clear in Fortis Advisors v. Krafton. Every board director needs to understand what happened in this case […]
Is AI Safe for Your Business?
AI Risks in Business Leaders Should Understand Before Artificial Intelligence Creates a Crisis Artificial intelligence is already inside your business. In many cases, it arrived long before leadership put rules around it. An employee used it to summarize a report. Someone else used it to draft marketing copy. A manager asked it to review data, […]
When Politics, Social Media, and the Workplace Collide
The death of Charlie Kirk reignited questions about how political speech online collides with the workplace. In Colorado, employee expression is legally protected in many cases, but reputational risk is another story. When personal posts go public, both employees and employers face exposure. The challenge is not choosing sides, but preparing for the crisis that follows.
Crisis Management for Law Firms Starts Long Before the Headlines Hit
Most law firms think they’re ready for a crisis until they’re the ones in the headlines. In a world where legal spin no longer earns trust, reputation is won by the firms that move fast, speak clearly, and lead with their values. This guide breaks down why traditional crisis responses fail and how modern firms can prepare before the pressure hits.
How to Handle a CEO Scandal Without Destroying Your Brand
When your CEO becomes the headline, your company is already in crisis. Whether it’s a moral misstep or a viral video, how you respond will define your brand. This guide walks you through the five essential steps every company must take to control the damage, communicate clearly, and protect what matters most: your company’s credibility.
What should a business do if there is a data breach?
Data breaches are no longer a matter of if—they are a matter of when. Whether it’s through phishing attacks, ransomware, or insider threats, unauthorized access to sensitive data can expose businesses to legal risk, reputational damage, and financial loss. Knowing how to respond swiftly and correctly is not optional. It’s a legal and strategic imperative. […]
The Real Cost of Ignoring Branding Awareness
Few things are as valuable yet neglected as branding awareness. Most business owners think awareness means getting seen. They’re wrong. And that mistake costs them thousands in lost opportunities daily. What Branding Awareness Really Is Branding awareness goes beyond simple visibility. It represents your ability to control and shape how others perceive your business. Think […]