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Your client's employer brand is tarnished by negative reviews. How do you restore its reputation?

How would you handle a damaged employer brand? Share your insights on rebuilding trust and reputation.

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Your client's employer brand is tarnished by negative reviews. How do you restore its reputation?

How would you handle a damaged employer brand? Share your insights on rebuilding trust and reputation.

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    Janvi G.

    CEO At Snepitech | Ui/Ux Designiner

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    To restore a damaged employer brand: 1. Assess the damage – Analyze negative reviews, identify key issues, and gather employee feedback. 2. Respond proactively – Address concerns professionally, acknowledge issues, and highlight improvements. 3. Implement real changes – Improve workplace culture, leadership, and employee benefits. 4. Boost employer branding – Share employee success stories, company culture, and CSR initiatives. 5. Monitor and adapt – Continuously track feedback and refine HR policies. Transparency, action, and consistency rebuild trust and reputation. 🚀

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    Gloriah Eshiwani

    HR Generalist | Executive Assistant | Administrative Specialist | Specialise in Recruitment, Executive Support, HR Documentation & Calendar Management for Consulting, Education, and Hospitality Organisations

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    I'd implement a "Transparency Campaign" focused on addressing the specific concerns raised in the negative reviews. We'd create video responses from leadership, showing them directly acknowledging the issues and outlining concrete steps for improvement. We'd also feature employee testimonials that highlight positive changes and real-time progress. It's about showing, not just telling, that they're listening and taking action. This builds trust by demonstrating accountability and a commitment to change.

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    Aman Kumar Shukla

    "Founder at Magical Mining Consultancy | Mining Recruitment Expert | Helping Companies Find the Best Talent"| Dedicated Career Coach for Mining Professionals" | Resume Writing Expert | LinkedIn Optimization

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    To restore an employer’s brand, Magical Mining will analyze negative reviews, address genuine concerns, and improve internal policies. We’ll encourage satisfied employees to share positive experiences on LinkedIn, job portals, and social media. Professionally responding to negative feedback and showcasing company strengths through success stories will help rebuild trust. Leveraging PR, enhancing recruitment transparency, and improving candidate experience will reinforce credibility. Through strategic branding and engagement, Magical Mining will reshape perceptions and restore the employer’s reputation in the mining industry.

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    Pankaj Subedi

    Connecting to the world to become Closer | Inspiration | Quotes | Linkedin Speaker

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    To restore a tarnished employer brand, begin by addressing the underlying causes of negative reviews. Conduct an incisive audit of employee sentiment, utilizing surveys and candid feedback to pinpoint areas of dissatisfaction. Subsequently, develop an actionable strategy to rectify these issues, emphasizing transparency and accountability. Foster a culture of inclusivity and recognition, actively engaging with employees and external stakeholders to demonstrate genuine commitment to improvement. Implement a robust public relations campaign that showcases positive organizational changes. Finally, leverage testimonials from current, satisfied employees to combat disparaging narratives and reinvigorate the brand's reputation.

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    Nitin Kr. Shukla

    Social media marketer| digital marketer| Lucknow University

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    Restoring an employer brand after negative reviews requires a strategic and genuine approach. Here’s how you can tackle it effectively: 1. Acknowledge & Address Concerns 2. Encourage Positive Employee Advocacy 3. Improve Workplace Culture 4. Optimize Employer Branding Content 5. Leverage Leadership & PR 6. Monitor & Engage Continuously - Keep engaging with employees and job seekers to maintain a strong, authentic reputation. The key is consistency and authenticity—actions speak louder than words! 🚀

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    Shireen Khan

    HR Team Management|| Event-Based Networking & Vendor Outreach||Recruitment Strategy & Leadership||Vendor Management||Client Relationship Management||HR Operations & Compliance||Partner/Vendor Expansion||

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    To restore a tarnished employer brand, start by identifying the root causes of negative reviews through employee feedback and take genuine, visible steps to address those issues. Communicate these improvements transparently to show the company values growth and accountability. Encourage satisfied employees to share authentic, positive experiences on platforms like Glassdoor and LinkedIn to balance the narrative. Additionally, showcase the company’s culture, values, and initiatives — such as employee well-being, career development, and social responsibility — to rebuild trust and position the company as an employer of choice.

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    Marcelo Palhares Festa

    Regional HR Lead, Americas at Versuni Philips Walita

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    To restore a tarnished employer brand, actively address negative reviews by responding professionally and transparently while implementing improvements based on feedback. Additionally, promote positive employee experiences through authentic storytelling and testimonials to rebuild trust and enhance the company’s reputation.

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    Aristos Panteli, MBA

    Senior Institutional Manager at MultiBank Group | Providing Industry Best Partnership Deals

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    Aristos Panteli – ULTRA ATHLETE. Rebuild. Dominate. Lead. Own the narrative – Address the issues head-on, no excuses, only solutions. Turn critics into believers – Show real change, not corporate fluff. Amplify success stories – Highlight employees who thrive in the culture. Relentless consistency – Reputation is rebuilt through action, not words. Aristos Panteli – ULTRA ATHLETE. Reputation isn’t given. It’s earned.

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    Rojin Yaghobi

    Marketing Coordinator | Business Instructor

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    Imagine a café with a line out the door. Some customers are raving about the coffee, others are frustrated with the wait. But the real magic happens when the café listens, refines, and turns complaints into improvements. That is how an employer brand bounces back. Negative reviews are not the problem. Silence is. A company that responds, adapts, and proves it values people will always win. The best workplaces are not the ones without criticism. They are the ones that use it to get better.

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    Raed A.

    Top #1 PM -Yemen | Project Management Professional | Supply Chain& SAP Strategist| PMP Eqv| LeanPM | CHL-CILT Certified| Transforming Industries with 700+ Onboarded Certifications

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    To restore an employer's brand reputation after negative reviews, begin by thoroughly analyzing feedback to pinpoint key issues and improvement areas. Address concerns transparently by issuing a public response outlining actionable steps to resolve them. Focus on enhancing workplace culture and implementing meaningful changes to prevent recurring problems. Encourage satisfied employees to share positive experiences, balancing perceptions. Strengthen communication, build trust, and highlight success stories to gradually rebuild the brand's credibility and image. By taking proactive, genuine steps, you can restore confidence and improve the employer brand over time.

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