Preventing Crisis Before it Happens in Your Family Business with Stephanie Craig
The Enlightened Family Business Podcast
Release Date: 11/18/2024
The Enlightened Family Business Podcast
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info_outlineStephanie Craig is the President of Kith.co, and elite crisis preparation, response, and recovery firm.
She has built her reputation as a crisis expert by guiding some of the world’s most prominent people and organizations through their most trying moments. Before Kith, Stephanie founded the Apeiron Strategy Group. With decades of experience in media and politics, she has served as a trusted advisor to former First Ladies, Senators, Members of Congress, and C-suite officers.
What You’ll Learn
● How to prevent the unknown crises.
● The value of safeguarding reputation.
● The importance of transparency.
● How to create a backup plan.
Timestamps
· [04:40] The psychology of avoiding discomfort.
· [10:09] Knowing what to prevent.
· [18:23] Preparing for a reputational crisis.
· [23:02] The importance of transparency.
· [28:01] Planning for succession.
Memorable Quotes
· “Crisis is a lifecycle.” – Stephanie Craig [10:47]
· “You can’t be fast for fast’s sake.” – Stephanie Craig [12:23]
· “25-45% of a value of an organization is their reputation.” – Stephanie Craig [20:06]
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