The first statement sets the tone for everything that follows. This week’s ICYMI from Corrections Communicated — Media Holding Statement Templates — helps agencies respond fast & speak with credibility. PDR Strategies

Today we say thank you to those who run toward crisis when others turn away. To every corrections professional, firefighter, EMT, dispatcher, police officer & emergency manager — your courage and clarity save lives. #NationalFirstRespondersDay #PublicSafety #Leadership

When I started as a PIO, I was told to “control the narrative.” Now I know better — our job is to tell the truth, not manage the message. My new PDR Strategies article ➡️ Losing the Room: What the Pentagon Press Fallout Teaches PIOs About Trust #PIO #Leadership #CrisisComms

A new initiative by PDR Strategies: The Message Minute. One line. One lesson. Every week. Give it a read, like and share! Also, subscribe to get The Message Minute in your email every Wednesday at 9AM EST.

The scariest thing this Halloween isn’t a ghost — it’s misinformation. 👻 No tricks. Just trust. PDR Strategies helps agencies turn chaos into clarity and confusion into confidence. Happy Halloween. #PIO #CrisisComms #StrategicComms

🕸️ Don’t let your message get tangled. Clear, credible, and consistent beats rumor every time. Happy Halloween from Corrections Communicated.

Proud moment—Corrections Communicated just had its busiest month yet! 735+ visits in October & 1,000+ unique visitors since launch 🎉 What began as an idea to help corrections communicators grow has become a national community. PDR Strategies Read more below. Give us a like & share!

The first version of a story isn’t always the right one. My latest article for PDR Strategies looks at what the Mark Sanchez case teaches about credibility, speed, and public trust when narratives change. Read it below. #PIO #CrisisComms #Leadership #PDRStrategies

A week of milestones 🔹Corrections Communicated hit record website visits 🔹PDR Strategies reached 300 LinkedIn followers Every milestone represents people who believe in clarity, connection, and trust. Grateful for the continued support. #StrategicCommunication #PIO #Leadership

This week’s #MessageMinute: “Clarity isn’t what you say — it’s what they understand.” Communication isn’t complete until the message lands clearly. Subscribe for weekly insights → pdrstrategies.com/the-message-mi…

Classes offered by FEMA NDEMU and #NationalFireAcademy #NFA continue to be cancelled, postponed or delayed as a result of #govermentshutdown - local deliveries as well as on campus in Emmitsburg MD are included. An Advanced #PIO L0388 class scheduled for Nov17 in Raleigh NC has

Kindness in corrections isn’t weakness. It’s composure. It’s clarity. It’s leadership. Read my latest Corrections Communicated article below as @WorldKindnessDay approaches. Read, like & share!

Honored to share my latest article on @Corrections1: “Inmate Deaths and In-Custody Fatalities: Communicating with Transparency and Compassion.” Thank you to Corrections1 for continuing to elevate the conversation. Corrections Communicated PDR Strategies

Veterans remind us that service is built on commitment, courage, and clear communication under pressure. We honor those who’ve served and those who continue to lead with integrity in every message they deliver. Thank you for your service.

This week’s #MessageMinute: “Speed matters, but accuracy earns trust.” In a crisis, getting it right beats getting it first. Trust always travels farther than rumor. Subscribe → pdrstrategies.com/the-message-mi…

Today is #WorldKindnessDay. In corrections, kindness is quiet but powerful. It steadies communication and strengthens trust. Read how tone and respect define true strength → correctionscommunicated.com/the-quiet-stre… #CorrectionsCommunicated

Kindness isn’t soft—it’s strategic. On #WorldKindnessDay, remember: strong communicators lead with empathy, build trust, and strengthen credibility. Leadership starts with how we treat people. #PDRStrategies #Leadership #Communication

Congratulations to a dear friend, brother and esteemed colleague on yet another well deserved prestigious award. On Wednesday, Nov 12, PRSA Georgia Chapter hosted its 2025 Annual Awards Celebration at the Georgia Tech Hotel and Conference Center. Dr. Fay Zifei Chen was

#Honored to receive the Above and Beyond Award at the #BestBuddiesNH Gala. #Grateful for my buddy James, my family, the staff, and the Advisory Board. #InclusionMatters and this community proves it. #ThankYou

Live TV exposes unprepared spokespeople fast. The AA COO on GMA showed how delivery can overshadow message. Preparation and coaching matter. New breakdown in PDR Strategies The Briefing Room blog. #Leadership #MediaTraining #PIO #CrisisComms