How to Use AI for Crisis Communications

INTRODUCTION

By now you should be familiar with artificial intelligence (AI) and the different AI tools (e.g., ChatGPT) that communication professionals use. To give you an example of how popular these tools are, according to Reuters, ChatGPT currently has around 180.5 million users, and that number is growing. While AI certainly has its benefits, it is not meant to replace a human communication/PR professional, but rather complement them.

AI can also be effective in crisis communications, significantly reducing the workload and stress of your communication team. Here are ways to use AI tools during a crisis.

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How to Effectively Write PR Prompts in ChatGPT

ChatGPTArtificial intelligence within public relations is growing. Tools such as ChatGPT, Claude 2 and Bard are changing how PR professionals are working without giving up creative control. According to Prowly, the most popular applications of AI in PR include idea generation, content creation, research, reporting and monitoring.

In general, use ChatGPT when writing projects like press releases, regular internal communication features, award and conference submissions and basic client memos. When creating prompts, it’s best practice to be as specific as possible.

Below are tips to effectively write PR prompts in ChatGPT:

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Making a Decision Outside of a Board or Committee

school busRecently we saw the administration of a school district decide to change some school starting times due to the lack of bus drivers. This had been an ongoing problem in which students were waiting for up to an hour for their bus, and up to that point, there had been no viable solutions from any parties.

On face value, there seems to be nothing wrong with this situation. In actuality, the administration made the change without going through the school board first.

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