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Redefining honesty in a crisis: Why truth alone is not enough

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Briefings

Research indicates that after a cyberattack or public scandal, organizations must communicate early, treat employees with respect, and demonstrate a concrete plan for remediation. While telling the truth is essential, it is insufficient without these additional communication strategies.

Key points

• Organizations must communicate early after a cyberattack or public scandal to be effective.
• Treating employees with respect and showing a plan for remediation are required alongside truth-telling.

Context

This finding addresses the gap between ethical disclosure and effective crisis management strategies.

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The evidence is limited to a single research finding without broader statistical support or historical data.

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