Amanda Coleman
@amandacomms.bsky.social
Crisis communication consultant, business owner and author of three books on crisis, issues and reputation management. Find me at www.amandacolemancomms.co.uk
If you have five minutes this weekend check out my latest newsletter some thoughts on academic research, a 10 mins with chat and lots of updates. 👇
Amanda Coleman@amandacomms.bsky.social · 2d agoAre we making enough use of the evidence that's already available? Read my latest newsletter. underpressure.substack.com/p/turning-re... #CrisisCommunication #Research #Leadership #CommsProfessionals
Are we making enough use of the evidence that's already available? Read my latest newsletter. underpressure.substack.com/p/turning-re... #CrisisCommunication #Research #Leadership #CommsProfessionals
Turning research into action
Under Pressure 18 September 2026
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Delighted to have achieved my Cyber Essentials certification. Important for the business, my clients and building my resilience. #CyberEssentials #CyberSecurity #CrisisComms #Resilience
Not the most cheery blog but worth a thought - amandacomms1.wordpress.com/2026/09/16/w...
What if we are all doomed?
It is hard enough for us to start to comprehend the risks that we face on a daily basis. The risk from the weather, a flood, a wildfire, a power outage, food poisoning or the spread of flu is a mor…
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If you are looking for some inspiration or fresh thinking about crisis communication check out my 10 minutes with series. Some great bitesized interviews with both academics and practitioners. The most recent was with Susan Atkinson and is well worth 10 minutes of your time. youtu.be/0N3mmbVNXOg
10 mins with Dr Susan Atkinson
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Looking forward to speaking at #Resilience360 on: Wednesday 16 Sept. Technology is only part of the risk picture. Human behaviour, trust and influence matter more than ever. If you're attending come and say hello.
For anyone who is interested and wants to join the free online Operating Ethically in PR and Comms session I am running on 22 September. One space has become available. Find out more here www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/1989999478...
Operating Ethically in PR and Comms
In this free session, Amanda will take you through a series of ethical challenges and dilemmas looking at how to manage situations.
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What communication channels are we missing in a crisis? Listen to my latest 10 mins with conversation when I talk to Dr Susan Atkinson about communities and what we are missing. youtu.be/0N3mmbVNXOg
10 mins with Dr Susan Atkinson
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This week started with a two-day workshop at Durham University's Institute of Hazard, Risk and Resilience on communicating difficult messages when risk, uncertainty and trust are involved. The discussions inspired my latest blog: 🔗 amandacomms1.wordpress.com/2026/09/08/c...
Communicating Difficult Messages – what do we need to consider
I have had the privilege over the past couple of days of joining academics, experts and practitioners to consider how we can improve messaging around risk, hazards and uncertainty. It was a worksho…
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Last week's newsletter focused on the unseen side of crisis communication. In this chat, Dr Susan Atkinson shares insights from her research into community communication channels and why trusted local networks are often vital in helping information reach people during a crisis. youtu.be/0N3mmbVNXOg
10 mins with Dr Susan Atkinson
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If you missed the latest newsletter yesterday and you have five minutes check it out this weekend.
Amanda Coleman@amandacomms.bsky.social · 2w agoThe real test of community communication isn't how loudly messages are shared. It's whether people trust them when it matters most. I've written about the often unseen role community communication plays in helping people navigate uncertainty underpressure.substack.com/p/the-unseen...
Thanks to CIPR Influence for sharing my thoughts on the UK Govt preparedness survey results and what it may mean for communication and resilience. Find it here influenceonline.co.uk/2026/09/04/e...
Emergency preparedness: too expensive, worrying and wasteful – so what’s next?
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The real test of community communication isn't how loudly messages are shared. It's whether people trust them when it matters most. I've written about the often unseen role community communication plays in helping people navigate uncertainty underpressure.substack.com/p/the-unseen...
The unseen crisis communication
Under Pressure 4 September 2026
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My latest crisis communication case study has been published and will be on my website soon amandacolemancomms.co.uk/resources/ Thanks to Dean Ball for bringing it to my attention.
Resources
RESOURCES Monthly crisis communication, newsletter and videos Amanda Coleman is working to start and lead the discussion on effective crisis communication, challenging traditional ways of working, m...
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There is still time to sign up for the session run by the Emergency Planning Society looking at creativity in emergency communication and preparedness - Making Risk Resonate. It is on 15 September at 1pm UK time. events.teams.microsoft.com/event/0a004d...
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Leadership is critical to effective crisis management and communication. It can't be a wait and see, training and practice under pressure are critical.
This is in my head this morning after seeing so many issues and incidents during the week.
The 10 minute conversations I have are always enlightening and hopefully interesting. Thanks to Shayoni Lynn FCIPR FPRCA for being the latest person to join me to talk about misinformation and the work Lynn Advisory has been doing. Find out more here youtu.be/-IUX3cBKjAQ
10 mins with Shayoni Lynn
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The truth is under pressure. Learn how misinformation spreads, why it works, and what communicators can do about it. 📅 24 September ⏰ 2pm-4pm BST Spaces are limited. #Comms #Misinformation #Disinformation #Trust
How do misinformation narratives impact public trust? I sat down with Shayoni Lynn for #10MinsWith to discuss how organisations can navigate misinformation, protect trust and communicate effectively in a rapidly changing information landscape. Watch: youtu.be/-IUX3cBKjAQ
10 mins with Shayoni Lynn
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Blog - what does preparedness mean to people and what is next if we are to make change? amandacomms1.wordpress.com/2026/08/24/e...
Emergency preparedness to expensive, worrying and wasteful…so what is next?
Since we went through the pandemic in 2020, emergencies and disasters have felt like something we have worked alongside. This year has been no different with a summer of extreme heat, drought and w…
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The question often is are you doing something to help those affected or are you doing something to help your organisation or the management of the situation?
If you have five minutes this weekend take a look at my latest newsletter with a focus on leadership in a crisis. see below 👇
Amanda Coleman@amandacomms.bsky.social · last mo.The latest edition of Under Pressure is out now. Updates and information from the world of #CrisisComms, risk and reputation management. Take a read and let me know what you think 👇 underpressure.substack.com #CrisisCommunication #Leadership #Resilience
The latest edition of Under Pressure is out now. Updates and information from the world of #CrisisComms, risk and reputation management. Take a read and let me know what you think 👇 underpressure.substack.com #CrisisCommunication #Leadership #Resilience
Under Pressure | Amanda Coleman | Substack
A crisis communication roundup. Click to read Under Pressure, by Amanda Coleman, a Substack publication with thousands of subscribers.
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If you missed it from earlier this week, catch my latest 10 minutes conversation with Nigel Sarbutts about how we can manage difficult issues to prevent them becoming crises. youtu.be/Ey03sZ-eCpQ
10 Minutes With Nigel Sarbutts
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A thought for the day about attempting to control the narrative.
The best issues management isn't about winning arguments. It's about creating the conditions for productive conversations. 10 mins with talks to Nigel Sarbutts 🎥 youtu.be/Ey03sZ-eCpQ #IssuesManagement #Mediation #Leadership #Communication
10 Minutes With Nigel Sarbutts
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Always an important message to start any working week. If you face any issues and challenges this week remember it.
Excited to share that my chapter has been published in Advances in the Practice of Risk, Crisis, and Emergency Communication. Proud to contribute to this important collection exploring communication when trust, clarity and leadership matter most. #RiskCommunication #CrisisCommunication
Just a week to join me and put yourself to the test in a safe space. One scenario, numerous decisions and at the end an awareness of what you may need to work on. To find out more or join get in touch.
