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Does Your Chamber Membership Include a Publicist in Your Pocket? It Should.

Is your local chamber of commerce doing enough to help you get your business noticed? Learn how to turn your chamber membership into a powerful PR machine. ...more

PR Shield: The Studio Model vs. PR Agencies

June 16, 2026•2 min read

Should You Pay a Company to Remove 1-Star Reviews?

Is your business struggling with negative feedback? Discover the risks, costs, and legalities of paying a company to remove 1-star reviews before you spend a dime. ...more

PR Shield: Modern PR & SEO for Reputation in 2026

June 03, 2026•5 min read

The New Rules of Being Found: A Founder's Guide to AI Search

Discover how the shift to AI-first search engines changes everything for startup acquisition. Learn the new rules to keep your business visible. ...more

PR Shield: Modern PR & SEO for Reputation in 2026

May 27, 2026•5 min read

Reports of Blake Lively's Demise Post-Defamation Judgment: Conclusive or 'It Depends'

Cyndee Harrison shares insight on Blake Lively’s reputation recovery and what comes next after the defamation judgment. ...more

Insights

May 25, 2026•2 min read

LinkedIn to Launch Campaign Against ‘AI Slop’

LinkedIn is cracking down on AI slop. Learn why authentic content and real expertise matter more. ...more

Strategy ,Insights

May 19, 2026•3 min read

PR Shield Partners with Replyft — And Here's Why It Matters for Your Business

If you own a business — any business — that shows up on Google, this might be one of the most practical things I share with you all year. ...more

PR Shield: Modern PR & SEO for Reputation in 2026

May 13, 2026•5 min read

Why Too Many Pawnbrokers Are Overpaying for Reviews Management Software

Stop wasting money on tools you don't use. If all you need is help growing Google reviews, this is the best software for that. ...more

PR Shield: The Studio Model vs. PR Agencies

May 13, 2026•5 min read

What to Do With a 1-Star Review (The Answer Most People Get Wrong)

You just got a 1-star review. Here's what to do. ...more

PR Shield: Modern PR & SEO for Reputation in 2026

May 12, 2026•10 min read

What Is PR Shield — And What's the Catch?

Learn more about our all-new Skool Community! ...more

PR Shield: The Studio Model vs. PR Agencies

May 08, 2026•4 min read

What a Reporter Does — And What You Should Do When One Calls

Getting a call from a reporter can be intimidating. Learn exactly how journalists work and the four ...more

Strategy ,PR Shield: Modern PR & SEO for Reputation in 2026

May 08, 2026•9 min read

IMPORTANT ALERT: Google Is Tightening Review Enforcement — And Why PR Shield Clients Are Already Aligned

Google is cracking down on fake reviews. Learn how to build trust with authentic feedback ...more

PR Shield: Modern PR & SEO for Reputation in 2026

May 03, 2026•3 min read

MIX Is Back: How Cross Industry Ideas Lead to Better Business Growth

Break out of your industry echo chamber and discover marketing ideas that actually drive growth ...more

Strategy ,Insights

May 02, 2026•3 min read

The Let Them Theory: How to Take Action and Move Forward in Business

A powerful reflection on letting go of what you can’t control, taking action even when it’s uncomfortable, and recognizing when you’ve outgrown what no longer serves you in business and life. ...more

Strategy

April 24, 2026•4 min read

What the Savannah Bananas Can Teach Us About Crisis Communications (and Why AI is the Key)

What can a baseball team that plays in kilts teach us about PR? Discover how the Savannah Bananas' 'Fans First' strategy—combined with modern AI tools—is redefining crisis communications. ...more

PR Shield: Modern PR & SEO for Reputation in 2026

April 08, 2026•2 min read

Reputation is Revenue

Learn why online reviews are the new currency of business growth and 5 steps to turn your reputation into a predictable revenue engine. ...more

PR Shield: Modern PR & SEO for Reputation in 2026

April 01, 2026•4 min read

The Networking Paradox: Why Being ‘The Go-To’ in the Room Isn’t Enough Anymore

Is your offline reputation being sabotaged by your online presence? Learn why the 'Networking Paradox' is costing small businesses referrals and how to bridge the credibility gap. ...more

PR Shield: Modern PR & SEO for Reputation in 2026

February 17, 2026•8 min read