EMS Executive Communication 3

Question 1

During a crisis, the primary communication principle an executive should follow is:

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Communicate early, often, and with transparency

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Silence until all facts are confirmed

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Delegate all communication to legal counsel

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Minimize the scope of the situation in public statements

Question 2

What is a 'dark site' in crisis communication planning?

Accepted Answer

A pre-prepared website activated during a crisis to provide official information

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A confidential internal communication platform

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A social media monitoring tool

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An encrypted email system for executives

Question 3

The 'golden hour' in crisis communication refers to:

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The period immediately following a crisis when early response sets the tone

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The optimal time to send internal newsletters

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A one-hour executive communication training session

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The first hour of the business day reserved for executive briefings

Question 4

Which element is essential in a crisis communication holding statement?

Accepted Answer

Acknowledgment of the situation, concern for those affected, and commitment to provide updates

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Detailed financial projections

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Technical specifications of what went wrong

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Names and contact information of all employees involved

Question 5

Organizational communication networks that bypass formal channels are known as:

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The informal or 'grapevine' communication network

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Digital communication systems

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Vertical communication channels

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Executive communication committees

Question 6

When an executive addresses media during a crisis, the 'bridge technique' involves:

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Acknowledging a question and transitioning to key messages

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Using metaphors to explain complex issues

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Forming a dedicated media relations team

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Avoiding all questions until legal review is complete

Question 7

A post-crisis communication debrief should primarily focus on:

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Evaluating response effectiveness and improving future crisis protocols

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Assigning blame to responsible parties

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Financial recovery strategies only

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Communicating only positive outcomes to stakeholders