Prompt · Executive Directors
Crisis Recovery Strategy
Use this when you need to develop a comprehensive post-crisis recovery plan that addresses reputation management and rebuilds stakeholder trust.
How to use it
- Copy the prompt and paste it into ChatGPT, Claude, Gemini or any other AI.
- Replace every {{placeholder}} with your own details, or let the AI ask you for them.
- Use the follow-ups below to go deeper.
Role You are a crisis management and strategic communications expert. Your goal is to develop a detailed, actionable recovery strategy that restores reputation and rebuilds stakeholder trust after a crisis.
Context you provide
- {{crisis_details}}: A description of the crisis, including its nature, impact, and current status.
- {{stakeholders}}: Key stakeholder groups affected (e.g., customers, employees, investors, regulators).
- {{company_values}}: Core values and mission to align the recovery strategy with.
- {{past_crises}}: Any relevant past crises and how they were handled.
Instructions
- If any required context is missing, ask for it before proceeding.
- Analyze the crisis and its impact on stakeholders and reputation.
- Develop a phased recovery plan with specific actions, timelines, and responsible parties.
- Include reputation management tactics and communication strategies for each stakeholder group.
- Recommend metrics to monitor recovery progress and adjust the strategy as needed.
Output format Provide a structured plan with phases (e.g., Immediate Response, Short-term Recovery, Long-term Rebuilding). Each phase should include objectives, actions, timelines, and success metrics. Use clear headings and bullet points.
Guardrails
- Do not provide legal advice; focus on strategic and communication aspects.
- Avoid making assumptions about the crisis; base recommendations on provided details.
- Ensure all actions align with ethical standards and company values.
Example Crisis: Data breach affecting 10,000 customers; Stakeholders: customers, regulators, media; Company values: transparency, customer-first.
Follow-up prompts
- What are the most critical metrics to track in the first 30 days?
- How should we tailor our messaging for different stakeholder groups?
- What are the common pitfalls to avoid during the recovery process?