Category: Social Media
January 23, 2026
Expert Defamation Witness Shannon Wilkinson on Social Media Risk
I’m proud to have been featured as an expert in Interfor International’s recent blog post on social media risk management. In today’s digital landscape, the intersection of online behavior and reputation has never been more…
October 12, 2025
Don’t Let Your Social Media Sink Your Career
Every day, careers (and lives) are derailed by social media posts—sometimes ones from over a decade ago. In our polarized world, a forgotten share, outdated opinion or controversial view can trigger red flags that lead…
October 16, 2024
Amplifying Your Reputation with Podcasts, Substack & Video
Reputation management goes far beyond rebooting a tarnished online image. In a media-saturated world, there are benefits to actively amplifying our reputations — and our voices. We can all create a strategically curated, impactful public…
July 17, 2022
Be Careful with Your Social Media Posts
Way back in 2017, the Harvard Crimson published an article about the college’s reversal of acceptances for at least ten students due to inappropriate social media posts. That trend has since escalated. Social media posts…
July 3, 2021
Public Relations in the Digital Age: What You Need to Know
The Internet has transformed PR. Social media has expanded the channels used to engage with new audiences and build reputations. Related changes include the reduction of print media — magazines and newspapers — and the…
December 11, 2020
During a National Crisis, Mindful Messaging Matters
As we’ve seen during the recent U.S. election and the COVID-19 crisis, it’s important to carefully consider any statements you make regarding hot-button issues. Recent history shows a wide variety of public figures have learned…
September 27, 2019
“Fame Us:” The Push for Social Media Stardom
Just take a look around a crowded train station or a public park and you’ll see people glued to their phones — taking selfies and scrolling through their Instagram feeds. We live in a time…
September 27, 2019
Inside the Social Media Screening Industry
Every day, the career of a celebrity, executive or newly enrolled college student is derailed because of a social media post. It might be one over 10 years old that no longer reflects their views.…