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Emoji etiquette in 2025: what your emojis say about you
Emojis aren’t just cute little digital stickers - they’re full-blown social signals. And in 2025, the emoji you send can reveal a lot about your age, culture, and even your political leaning. We look at the latest research into when to use which emoji, depending on your generational, cultural, or social background. 👵 Emojis and […]
Scenario planning and risk mapping for uncertain times
In today’s volatile global landscape, businesses face mounting challenges - from economic downturns to geopolitical unrest. Preparing for uncertainty is no longer optional; it’s a strategic necessity for mid and senior-level decision-makers alike. That’s where scenario planning and risk mapping come into play. What is scenario planning? Scenario planning helps businesses to anticipate a range […]
Managing a crisis - 5 things good leaders do
A key cornerstone of any crisis team is the role played by the team leader. They can make or break a response through their behavior. Here are 5 things good leaders do when managing a crisis. 1. Set the tone by providing a composed example Leaders set the tone in a crisis. Under pressure, team […]
How to build a crisis communications plan
Is your team ready when it hits the fan? You need a crisis communications plan. People need to know what's expected of them. There are five simple steps to writing a great crisis communications plan. A concise plan will be picked up and understood by the people you need to mobilise. A concise plan will […]
Misinformation, Disinformation, and Malinformation. Know the difference
The online environment has made sharing information faster and easier than ever. It also means that misinformation, disinformation, and malinformation can be spread quickly and sometimes without the public realizing it, particularly during a crisis. It’s important to understand how to recognize and stop the spread of different types of false information. Download our guide […]
How can you use AI to write crisis scenarios?
The clock is ticking. You’ve got a deadline to design and prepare a simulation or tabletop. You’ve been inundated with ideas, or maybe you're stuck on where to start? Have you thought about using AI to write crisis scenarios? AI can help shrink that blank page and stop the dreaded blinking of the cursor. ChatGPT […]
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