Q2 Chaos and the 90 Day Review

In this episode of Communication Breakdown, hosts Steve Dowling and Craig Carroll discuss the evolving role of Chief Communications Officers (CCOs) in navigating the complexities of corporate communication amidst a chaotic environment. They emphasize the necessity of conducting 90-day reviews to reset strategies, align internal and external messaging, and proactively manage crises. The conversation highlights the importance of influence mapping, understanding shifting power dynamics, and balancing high-impact execution with structural alignment to effectively shape narratives and maintain corporate reputation.TakeawaysChaos is the new normal; CCOs need structured responses.High impact execution is crucial for visible winsRegular assessments of stakeholder influence are necessary.Not all wins are headline-grabbing; quiet wins matter too.Topics MentionedCorporate Communication, CCO, 90-Day Review, Crisis Management, Strategic Alignment, Influence Mapping, Communication Strategy, Corporate Reputation, Chaos Management, Stakeholder EngagementChapters00:00 Introduction to Communication Breakdown01:00 The Importance of 90-Day Reviews for CCOs03:54 Lessons from Quarter One: Navigating Chaos05:20 Balancing Continuity and Strategic Reset07:42 High Impact Execution vs. Structural Alignment09:31 Challenges of Influence Mapping11:19 The Need for Regular Power Assessments#CorporateCommunication #CCO #CrisisManagement #StrategicAlignment #InfluenceMapping #CommunicationStrategy #CorporateReputation #ChaosManagement #StakeholderEngagementCommunication Breakdown is a production of the Observatory on Corporate Reputation.Hosted by Craig Carroll and Steve Dowling.Produced in partnership with Advocast and  Shawn P Neal.For questions, feedback, or episode suggestions, reach out at [email protected]