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Welcome to The Briefing Room by PDR Strategies, where strategic communication meets practical experience. Paul D. Raymond, Jr. shares short, powerful insights drawn from real incidents, leadership lessons, and the evolving role of communicators in public safety and government. Listen in for clear, actionable advice to help you lead with confidence — and communicate with purpose.
When the first headlines broke that former NFL quarterback Mark Sanchez had been stabbed during a roadside altercation in Indianapolis, the story spread fast. He was portrayed as a victim — until the facts changed.
In this episode of The Briefing Room by PDR Strategies, Paul D. Raymond, Jr. examines how quickly a narrative can flip in today’s information environment, and what public information officers and leaders can do to stay credible when it does.
When speed outruns accuracy, credibility is the first casualty.
🎯 Key Takeaways:
• Why early narratives are so hard to correct once they spread
• How to communicate when facts evolve and stories reverse
• Practical steps for managing updates and corrections under pressure
• The importance of humility, coordination, and transparency in crisis response
• How leaders can model disciplined communication during uncertainty
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