All posts by Robert L. Dilenschneider

Here are a few things individuals and companies should do right now to protect their reputations — before and after a scandal breaks.

Mistakes are messy, embarrassing, costly — and above all — they prove that we are not perfect. But perfection should not be what we are striving for in our careers anyway.

Every leader hopes they never have to face a public relations crisis. That’s unrealistic.

Work is meant to be meaningful. We’re not supposed to endure a boring or unfulfilling career until it’s time to retire.

Looking for ways to help others does eventually result in their helping you, but that’s not the real payoff. It cultivates a mindset that not only leads to rewarding relationships but also helps you grow as a person.