In an increasingly divided landscape, brands in the UK often face criticism for their stances on social or political matters. An article in The Washington Times, titled “When Reputation Meets Resistance: How Brands Can Manage Backlash”, explores strategies for effectively handling such situations.
Key advice includes:
- Respond promptly: Delays in addressing negative publicity can intensify issues.
- Evaluate the impact: Understand the extent of the crisis to prioritise resources and mitigate risks.
- Be transparent: Open, honest communication is vital to rebuild trust with stakeholders.
- Own your mistakes: Where applicable, take responsibility, apologise sincerely, and outline corrective actions.
The piece also examines successful brand responses to crises, highlighting the importance of a robust reputation management plan. For UK businesses, adopting these practices can help navigate challenges, safeguard credibility, and maintain customer confidence.
Managing Director at Igniyte – The Reputation Experts
Roz is an industry spokesperson on all areas of online reputation management and our resident digital media expert. She regularly writes about reputation management research, online reputation risk and industry best practice.
