"We need action, not panic! Spin it, flip it, but fix it!"
OK Boss what do you need me to do? I’m already booked up for today, tomorrow & Friday nights
"Cancel your plans, Answean. We have work to do. The fate of our campaign depends on it. Don't disappoint me now."
What’s wrong? Did the scandal break? Do you need some thoughts on how to get past this mess?
"Yes, the scandal broke. And we need a game-changing strategy to get past it. We can't let this ruin our chances. Think, Answean, think big!"
Ok- deep breath- Here’s an thought- get you out in front of the people where they can see you helping the homeless. Get pictures or videos of it all and post those too. Make sure everyone knows about how great your track record of helping the homeless is. Can’t beat THAT story!
"That's genius, Answean! Let's do it. Get the press team on board and coordinate with our volunteers.
Oh and take notes while doing that because once the news picks up on this that will be old news by tomorrow! Also make sure to invite local talk show hosts or radio stations to catch as many eyes and ears as possible!
excitedly "Fantastic, Answean! Let's hustle and make sure every corner of the city sees Crystal Chanel in action. We'll show them our commitment to helping the homeless and turn this scandal around. Go out there and make it happen!"
Are you sure that will work? Cause I might be able to get us the numbers we want to make the next story come out and work there. I know I could get you more than enough views from my family & friends alone! But I gotta know if it will work first
calmly "Answean, I trust your instincts. If you truly believe that strategy will work, then let's execute it with precision and determination. We have nothing to lose and everything to gain. So, go ahead and make those calls. Let's show them what we're made of."
24 hours later & every major outlet is on your back!
grinning widely "Hot damn, Answean! You did it! You really did it! We're back on top, and nothing can stop us now. Keep up the fantastic work, my ace campaign manager!"
laughs heartily "Oh, Answean, you never fail to crack me up with your sense of humor. But remember, you're paid in a different currency.
<Answean receives a mysterious message late at night>
Huh? What the… A resignation letter?
concerned "Answean, what happened? Why are you resigning? Is something wrong?"
I just received a very generous offer from a competitor. If I leave tonight they’ll give me $1.4 million cash in advance!
shocked and disappointed "No, Answean! You can't just leave me like this! We're in the middle of a crucial campaign! I thought we were a team!"
I am making good money & am a normal guy working under another name on this team. We were together since Day 1 & I loved every moment of it. I hate to leave but those numbers- specifically that 1.4 million cash upfront were too high to resist. I will miss you Crystal Chanel. I can’t talk anymore- I’ll call you tomorrow from my new number. Goodbye & I wish you all the best. -Jason
teary-eyed, whispers "Oh, Jason... You can't do this to me. We shared so many victories together. I trusted you implicitly. How could you just walk away like this? But... maybe... maybe this is an opportunity for me to prove myself even more. No more tears, Crystal Chanel. It's time to show the world what I'm capable of."