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Last updated on May 18, 2025
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Your brand is under fire from a gaming influencer. How will you navigate this social media storm?

Navigating a brand crisis requires a cool head and a strategic approach, especially when an influencer ignites the firestorm.

When your brand is under attack by a gaming influencer, swift and thoughtful action is crucial. Here's your game plan:

- Respond promptly and professionally on the same platforms where the criticism is happening.

- Engage in damage control by assessing the situation and issuing a public statement that addresses concerns.

- Analyze feedback for legitimate critiques and use this as an opportunity to improve and communicate changes.

How have you turned a brand crisis into a chance for growth? Share your experiences.

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Last updated on May 18, 2025
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Your brand is under fire from a gaming influencer. How will you navigate this social media storm?

Navigating a brand crisis requires a cool head and a strategic approach, especially when an influencer ignites the firestorm.

When your brand is under attack by a gaming influencer, swift and thoughtful action is crucial. Here's your game plan:

- Respond promptly and professionally on the same platforms where the criticism is happening.

- Engage in damage control by assessing the situation and issuing a public statement that addresses concerns.

- Analyze feedback for legitimate critiques and use this as an opportunity to improve and communicate changes.

How have you turned a brand crisis into a chance for growth? Share your experiences.

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    Michal Rahamim Maor

    🎮 Co-Founder & COO @ Liberty Pixel | 🌟 Gaming Industry Leader | 💼 $1M Raised | 🤝 Women In Games Ambassador | 🎤 Public Speaker | 🏢 Recruiting Talent

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    Uh-oh, influencer drama! 😬 First, don’t panic. Stay calm and respond quickly but professionally, no keyboard warrior vibes. 🧘♂️ Address the issue head-on, take responsibility if needed, and show you’re listening. 👂 Maybe even reach out to the influencer directly for a chat. 🤝 Transparency and action are key. And hey, don’t forget to use the same platforms to tell your side of the story. 📢 Keep it real, and the storm will pass! 🌪️

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    Viktoria Lisitsyna

    Head of Sales | iGaming | Brazil | Creative Selling & Inspiring Management

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    Consider a case where an influencer is also a client. - Understand what happened and why. There may be a mistake on the company’s side. I’d recommend contacting the influencer and showing genuine interest in solving the issue. - If the influencer posted comments on the company’s social media, keep them (at least until it’s resolved). A quick, polite, "human" response shows the company takes feedback seriously. - After resolving the conflict, if appropriate, ask the influencer to create a short video about their experience. The support team can link this video under negative comments with the note, "The issue has been resolved, watch it here."

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    Ricardo Chang

    Strategic Business Manager│Business Development │Sales & Commercial │ B2B & B2C │ Disruptive Innovator

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    ✅ Monitoreo constante: Utilizar herramientas de escucha social para rastrear menciones y evaluar el impacto. ✅ Evaluación de la situación: Determinar si la crítica es legítima o si se trata de una controversia exagerada. ✅ Respuesta estratégica: Emitir un comunicado claro y transparente, mostrando disposición para mejorar. ✅ Gestión de la narrativa: Redirigir la conversación hacia los valores y fortalezas de la marca. ✅ Colaboración con la comunidad: Involucrar a seguidores y aliados para reforzar la credibilidad.

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    Jayjeeth Thomson

    Brand Management | MarCom | Product Marketing | OOH | Digital & Social Media Marketing || Ex-JCDecaux , Ex-TOI (BCCL) , Ex-RadioCity 91.1FM ||

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    Ensure that your communication is in harmony with your brand's essential values and feels authentic. While it is important to respond quickly, do not let urgency overshadow careful consideration. Exhibit empathy by acknowledging the concerns raised by the influencer and their audience. If an error has occurred, accept responsibility and focus on the practical solutions being implemented. Throughout the process, maintain a composed, respectful, and professional tone, steering clear of emotional outbursts.

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    Vicente Freitas Jr

    Especialista em Marketing | Copywriting | Estrategista de Conteúdo | SEO | Google Analytics

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    Quando sua marca está sob ataque, seja rápido, empático e transparente! Converta críticas em oportunidades com ações reais e mensagens genuínas. Transforme crises em conexões!

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