How to Prepare for a Crisis with Edward Segal

How to Prepare for a Crisis with Edward Segal

Author: Yadira Caro November 13, 2025 Duration: 28:57

Layoffs, scandals, use of AI gone wrong… These days there seems to be significant crisis looming and we need to prepare. As my guest says, its not a matter of if a crisis happens but a matter of when. In today's episode we have Edward Segal, the author of The Crisis Casebook: Lessons in Crisis Management from the World's Leading Brands and the award-winning and bestselling Crisis Ahead: 101 Ways to Prepare for and Bounce Back from Disasters, Scandals, and Other Emergencies. Today you will learn how to prepare to manage a crisis. 

 For courses and coaching https://www.hardcoresoftskillspodcast.com/courses/

Connect with me via LinkedIn at https://www.linkedin.com/in/yadiraycaro/


The Hardcore Soft Skills Podcast moves beyond the technical jargon to focus on the human elements that truly drive a career forward. Host Yadira Caro, often going by Yadi, operates from a core belief: that soft skills are what make technical expertise actually function in the real world. This isn't about vague theories; each episode takes a practical, granular look at a single competency-whether it's navigating difficult conversations, building authentic influence, or managing creative energy. The discussions are grounded in the intersections of business, career development, and technology, recognizing that these skills are non-negotiable in fast-paced, modern workplaces. You'll hear actionable strategies and reflective insights designed for immediate application. The tone is direct and engaging, stripping away the fluff to examine why certain interpersonal or intrapersonal techniques succeed where others fail. By consistently breaking down one skill at a time, this podcast builds a comprehensive toolkit for listeners aiming to advance their professional impact. It’s for anyone who knows their craft but wants to master the art of collaboration, leadership, and resilience. Tune in for conversations that treat the so-called "soft" skills with the serious, hardcore attention they deserve.
Author: Language: English Episodes: 50

Hardcore Soft Skills Podcast
Podcast Episodes
Upskilling for the Future [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 33:13
Podcast originally played here. Upskilling is one of the most talked about topics in today's workplace, but many professionals still struggle to know where to start and what skills actually matter for the future. With te…
Measuring Soft Skills that Make a Difference in the Workplace [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 37:39
Replay of You Can Measure Anything podcast episode. In schools and workplaces across the US, there is a growing recognition of the need for "soft skills." While the name for these critical skills often changes, what they…
The Hard Truth About Soft Skills: Success Starts With People [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 41:49
Replay of the interview for the Manage This podcast. In this episode, author Yadi Caro joins us to explore why soft skills are essential for leading successful projects and high-performing teams. Drawing on more than 15…
Hardcore Soft Skills in Your Career [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 54:51
In this episode Yadi Caro speaks with Orlando Haynes on his podcast Career Talks where we go in depth on the book Hardcore Soft Skills: A Guide to Work with Humans, on what skills are the critical ones you need for you c…
Leadership, Communication, and the Power of Hardcore Soft Skills [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 42:01
Replay from interview for Oscar Mike Radio with Travis Partington. To watch the interview go to https://youtu.be/HD5ivXYACdQ?si=rZhKLFf5DLFuCWKi From the original episode: "In this episode of Oscar Mike Radio, I sat down…
Best Service Advisor Makes the Worst Manager [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 43:30
Replay of Yadi Caro's interview at the Fixed Ops Mastermind podcast. To see video go to https://youtu.be/rvuk1LdyP2o?si=k6FcYvBEemzZUlO5 "The best service advisor usually makes the worst service manager at first. Nobody…
How to Build a Good Work Culture: Nicole Greer [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 31:17
How do we create a great culture in our workplace? What does culture mean? We wlaways talk about it yet it seems its something that comes ditacted by corporate and if our culture sucks, well, there is not much we can do.…