50 episodes

Welcome to Managing Uncertainty, a podcast series discussing crisis management, business continuity, & crisis communications. You’ll learn strategies, tactics, and resources about preparing for, responding to, and recovering from all sorts of disruptions and critical moments.

Will you be ready to lead through your company’s critical moment?

Managing Uncertainty Bryghtpath LLC

    • Business
    • 5.0 • 8 Ratings

Welcome to Managing Uncertainty, a podcast series discussing crisis management, business continuity, & crisis communications. You’ll learn strategies, tactics, and resources about preparing for, responding to, and recovering from all sorts of disruptions and critical moments.

Will you be ready to lead through your company’s critical moment?

    Managing Uncertainty Podcast - Episode #243: Operational Crisis Communications

    Managing Uncertainty Podcast - Episode #243: Operational Crisis Communications

    In this insightful episode of the Managing Uncertainty podcast, titled “Operational Crisis Communications,” host Bryan Strawser of Bryghtpath discusses the critical importance of establishing a single source of truth during organizational crises. He shares his expertise on crafting effective situational updates and maintaining consistent communication channels, such as email and mass notification systems. Listeners will learn the value of a clear update cadence and the necessity of communicating both activation and deactivation of crisis management teams. Bryan emphasizes the challenges that organizations face in managing information flow during emergencies and offers practical strategies to prevent the confusion that can arise …

    • 6 min
    Managing Uncertainty Podcast - Episode #242: Mental Health and Employee Well-Being in a Crisis

    Managing Uncertainty Podcast - Episode #242: Mental Health and Employee Well-Being in a Crisis

    In this insightful episode of the Managing Uncertainty Podcast, Episode #242, titled “Mental Health and Employee Well-Being in a Crisis,” Bryan Strawser, principal and Chief Executive at Bryghtpath, revisits the ever-important topic of mental health in the workplace during crisis situations. Reflecting on the lessons learned from the COVID pandemic, Bryan delves into the various ways prolonged crises like a pandemic can impact mental health, leading to stress, anxiety, and burnout among employees. He stresses the need for crisis management plans to integrate mental health considerations from the outset, rather than as an afterthought. Bryan provides listeners with practical tools …

    • 5 min
    Managing Uncertainty Podcast - Episode #241: The Francis Scott Key Bridge Collapse

    Managing Uncertainty Podcast - Episode #241: The Francis Scott Key Bridge Collapse

    In Episode #241 of the Managing Uncertainty Podcast, host Bryan Strawser takes a deep dive into the catastrophic collapse of the Francis Scott Key Bridge in Baltimore. Having a personal connection to the bridge from his time in Baltimore, Bryan reflects on the critical moments and decisions that helped to prevent what could have been an even greater tragedy. He discusses the importance of the mayday call from the vessel Dali, the timing of the collapse, and the effective emergency response that followed. The episode also explores the broader implications of the bridge collapse on business resilience, supply chain disruptions, …

    • 7 min
    Managing Uncertainty Podcast - Episode #240: Building a Resilience Strategy

    Managing Uncertainty Podcast - Episode #240: Building a Resilience Strategy

    In this compelling episode of the Managing Uncertainty podcast, host Bryan Strawser, principal and chief executive at Bryghtpath, dives deep into the nexus of Roger Martin’s business strategy principles and the critical concept of organizational resilience. Bryan provides listeners with a detailed exploration of ten transformative strategies designed to not only equip businesses for survival in times of crisis but to enable them to thrive in the aftermath. From the innovative application of integrative thinking to the powerful impact of transparent leadership, this episode is a masterclass in fortifying your business against the unforeseeable challenges of the modern business landscape. …

    • 5 min
    Managing Uncertainty Podcast - Episode #239: Thinking about Business Strategy

    Managing Uncertainty Podcast - Episode #239: Thinking about Business Strategy

    In this thought-provoking episode of Managing Uncertainty, Bryan Strawser, Principal and Chief Executive at Bryghtpath, delves into the intricate relationship between business strategy and resilience. Drawing from the groundbreaking work of Roger Martin, former Dean of the Rotman School of Management, Bryan explores the concept of integrative thinking and its vital role in transcending traditional decision-making. He reflects on Martin’s collaboration with AJ Lafley in “Playing to Win,” highlighting how strategic choices can lead to a dominant position in the competitive market. Bryan also shares a personal anecdote from his tenure as head of innovation, showcasing the impact of design …

    • 8 min
    Managing Uncertainty Podcast - Episode #238: Resetting your resilience program when you can’t get commitment

    Managing Uncertainty Podcast - Episode #238: Resetting your resilience program when you can’t get commitment

    In this episode, we unveil a strategic 10-step roadmap to align your business continuity and crisis management program with your organization’s strategic goals. Whether you’re facing stakeholder apathy or a misalignment of strategies, this episode is an indispensable resource for resilience leaders seeking to drive their programs toward triumph. Bryan discusses the critical importance of a thorough gap analysis, the nuances of engaging stakeholders in productive conversations, and the necessity of fostering a culture of resilience within your organization. He emphasizes the significance of clear communication, policy simplification, leveraging technology, and the continuous education of employees on resilience and its …

    • 6 min

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