Small Business PR

Gloria Chou

For small business owners and product founders who want to land organic PR, gift guide and podcast features, and show up in AI search—without ads or agencies. The brands getting organic media coverage now are the ones that will show up in those AI recommendations, and own AI search visibility and AEO (answer engine optimization) before it gets saturated. Shopify, Etsy, and other shopping sites are continuously being integrated with ChatGPT, and we’re making organic PR and marketing accessible to everyday small business owners, WOC and BIPOC founders, navigating this new era of AI search and SEO.  Start pitching gift guide editors, TV and podcast hosts, and journalists all year round—so your products show up when customers search for what you sell. No PR experience, connections, or big budget required. Join us weekly as host Gloria Chou, the #1 small business PR coach, shares untraditional PR and AI visibility strategies with interviews from top-tier journalists, diverse founders, and online business experts. Get her free AI visibility prompts and PR training you won’t find anywhere else.  gloriachoupr.com/masterclass 

  1. HACE 3 DÍAS

    The Business Advice I Refused to Follow (Part 2): What Actually Worked Instead

    You’ve heard the advice.  Be everywhere. Say yes. Do more. I followed it… until I didn’t. In Part 2, I’m sharing the popular business advice I chose to reject and what actually worked instead — not just for growth, but for building a business that felt aligned. Because the truth is:  your problem isn’t a lack of information. It’s a lack of clarity on what success actually looks like for you. And when that’s missing, you end up chasing strategies that look good on paper…  but don’t move the needle in your business. 💡 In this episode, we cover: Why more offers, more platforms, and more strategies can slow your growthThe power of focusing on one clear, compelling offerWhy traditional “networking” advice is outdated (and what to do instead)How to build real visibility and relationships in a way that feels naturalHonoring different seasons in your business without burning outHow to filter advice so you stop second-guessing yourself🔥 The shift most people are missing: It’s no longer about doing more to be seen.  It’s about being clear enough to be chosen. By your customers.  By editors.  And yes — even by AI. If you’ve ever felt like you’re doing all the right things but something still feels off… this episode will help you trust your own path and build a business that actually works for you. Want to get featured in media, build credibility, and grow your visibility—without hiring a PR agency? In my free PR Secrets Masterclass, I walk you through the exact system small business owners use to land press, get into gift guides, and become known in their industry—without connections or expensive retainers. Register here:  www.gloriachoupr.com/masterclass Join the Small Biz PR Facebook Group to get the best PR TipsDM the word “PITCH” to us on Instagram to get a pitching freebie https://www.instagram.com/gloriachoupr Connect with Gloria Chou on LinkedIn- https://www.linkedin.com/in/gloriaychou

    15 min
  2. 20 ABR

    The Business Advice I Refused to Follow (And What I Did Instead) - Part 1

    Ever feel like you’re doing everything “right” in your business… and it still doesn’t feel right? You’ve followed the advice. Joined the masterminds. Taken the courses. Tried the strategies everyone swears by.  And yet… something feels off. In this episode, I’m sharing the popular business advice I consciously chose to reject—and why walking away from it actually helped me build a more aligned, sustainable, and profitable business. Because the real problem isn’t a lack of information.  It’s the pressure to follow advice that was never meant for you in the first place. There’s so much noise in the online business space.  “Post less, but make it perfect.”  “Delegate everything.”  “Protect your ideas.”  “Follow this exact blueprint.” But what happens when those rules don’t fit how you think, create, or lead? This episode is your permission slip to question everything—and to start filtering advice through your own lens instead of blindly following what’s labeled as “best practice.” I’m breaking down the exact pieces of advice I rejected, what didn’t sit right, and what I chose to do instead. Inside this episode, we cover:  Why “quality over quantity” can actually slow your growth in the early stages—and how consistent output builds momentum faster  The truth about visionary leadership and why it’s one of the few things you shouldn’t delegate  Why sharing your knowledge freely can position you faster than holding everything back  The real limits of delegation—and how to protect your zone of genius without burning out  How to experiment quickly, iterate often, and find strategies that actually work for your business  Why clarity on your personal definition of success matters more than following someone else’s formula Your business is not meant to look like anyone else’s. And the sooner you stop trying to force strategies that don’t align with you, the sooner things start to click. This episode is about stepping into your role as CEO—not just by taking action, but by deciding what advice is actually worth following. Because at the end of the day, your business is a reflection of you.  And it’s your job to lead it in a way that feels true, sustainable, and yours. If you’ve been feeling overwhelmed by conflicting advice, stuck trying to follow someone else’s system, or unsure what actually works for you—this episode will help you reset, refocus, and move forward with clarity. Want to get featured in media, build credibility, and grow your visibility—without hiring a PR agency? In my free PR Secrets Masterclass, I walk you through the exact system small business owners use to land press, get into gift guides, and become known in their industry—without connections or expensive retainers. Register here:  www.gloriachoupr.com/masterclass Join the Small Biz PR Facebook Group to get the best PR TipsDM the word “PITCH” to us on Instagram to get a pitching freebie https://www.instagram.com/gloriachoupr Connect with Gloria Chou on LinkedIn- https://www.linkedin.com/in/gloriaychou

    16 min
  3. 13 ABR

    How to Rank on Google and AI Search with Press Releases (SEO + GEO Strategy for Small Businesses)

    Are press releases still relevant in 2026… or are they the most underrated growth hack for getting your business recommended by AI? In this episode, Gloria Chou breaks down why traditional discovery is changing—and how platforms like ChatGPT, Gemini, and Perplexity AI are now driving how customers decide what to buy. If your brand isn’t showing up in AI recommendations, you’re missing one of the biggest visibility opportunities right now. You’ll learn:  Why social media reach is declining—and what’s replacing it  How AI tools choose which brands to recommend  Why press releases are the #1 trust signal for AI visibility and SEO  How to use press releases to get backlinks on sites like Yahoo Finance and AP News The exact structure that makes your brand easy for AI to find and rank  How to position yourself as the first in your niche (even in saturated markets)  Why press releases can also protect your IP and authority This episode is your shortcut to understanding how AI search (GEO) works—and how to create an interconnected web of authority that helps your business get discovered, trusted, and recommended. Because today:  👉 People scroll to browse  👉 But they ask AI to decide If you want your brand to be the one AI chooses, this is where to start. Resources Mentioned: Get the AI Visibility + PR Training Get Found on AI Search Join the Small Biz PR Pros Facebook Group DM the word “PITCH” to us on Instagram to get a pitching freebie https://www.instagram.com/gloriachoupr  Connect with Gloria Chou on LinkedIn https://www.linkedin.com/in/gloriaychou Join Gloria Chou's PR Community  https://www.facebook.com/groups/428633254951941 Additional Resources: Listen On Your Favorite Podcast Platform Follow the Podcast

    9 min
  4. 6 ABR

    Spring & Summer PR Angles That Get Your Product Featured

    Spring and summer aren’t just about good weather — they’re some of the best seasons to land PR, media features, and brand visibility. In this episode, I break down how to tap into timely spring and summer PR angles that editors are actively looking for — and how to position your product, brand, or expertise so it actually gets picked up. From seasonal holidays and graduations to travel, wellness, beauty, and lifestyle trends, you’ll learn how to connect your story to what’s already being covered — even if you think your business doesn’t “fit” the season. If you’ve ever felt stuck on what angle to pitch or wondered how to stay relevant year-round, this episode will give you practical, repeatable ways to plug into trending conversations and land media coverage. Because the truth is — there’s no “perfect” season for PR. There’s only strategy. So grab a notebook, get inspired, and start pitching. What You’ll Learn in This Episode:  Why pitching year-round is key to consistent media coverage  How to leverage seasonal PR trends, holidays, and key dates A simple framework to find timely, relevant story angles in any season  How to use industry trends and expert positioning to stand out  How to pitch your brand with confidence (even if you’re new to PR)Resources Mentioned: Get the AI Visibility + PR Training Get Found on AI Search Join the Small Biz PR Pros Facebook Group DM the word “PITCH” to us on Instagram to get a pitching freebie https://www.instagram.com/gloriachoupr  Connect with Gloria Chou on LinkedIn https://www.linkedin.com/in/gloriaychou Join Gloria Chou's PR Community  https://www.facebook.com/groups/428633254951941 Additional Resources: Listen On Your Favorite Podcast Platform Follow the Podcast

    12 min
  5. 30 MAR

    How AI Chooses Who to Recommend: Reddit vs Blogs vs PR

    In this episode of the Small Business PR Podcast, Gloria Chou breaks down a critical shift most founders are missing: AI visibility is now the new storefront. While many small business owners are still focused on social media, blogs, or SEO, Gloria explains how AI tools like ChatGPT and Perplexity actually decide which brands to recommend—and why most businesses are invisible to buyers as a result. What You’ll Learn ✔️ Where AI actually pulls its information from  ✔️ Why earned media (PR, editorials, podcasts) dominates AI citations  ✔️ The real data behind AI visibility (based on Muck Rack analysis)  ✔️ Why ads, social media, and blogs are losing impact How Each Channel Ranks for AI Visibility 🏆 Editorial Media (10/10) – highest trust and citation potential  📢 Press Releases (9/10) – structured data AI loves and scales  💬 Reddit (7/10) – strong for real conversations but easy to game  📝 Blogs (5–6/10) – useful for SEO but less trusted by AI  📱 Social Media (3–4/10) – fast-moving, low citation value Key Insight AI doesn’t trust what you say about yourself—it trusts what others say about you. That means press features, gift guides, podcasts, and third-party validation are now the strongest drivers of visibility, authority, and ultimately sales in the AI era.  Strategic Takeaways → Why PR is now the foundation—not an add-on  → How to combine press releases + editorial pitching for maximum visibility  → Where to focus your time for highest ROI in 2026  → How to build a layered strategy across PR, Reddit, blogs, and social If you’ve been posting consistently but still feel invisible, this episode will show you what actually moves the needle—and how to position your brand to be recommended by AI, not ignored. Resources Mentioned: Get the AI Visibility + PR Training Get Found on AI Search Join the Small Biz PR Pros Facebook Group DM the word “PITCH” to us on Instagram to get a pitching freebie https://www.instagram.com/gloriachoupr  Connect with Gloria Chou on LinkedIn https://www.linkedin.com/in/gloriaychou z Join Gloria Chou's PR Community  https://www.facebook.com/groups/428633254951941 Additional Resources: Listen On Your Favorite Podcast Platform Follow the Podcast

    17 min
  6. 23 MAR

    How Claude AI Saves Me $10,000 a Month (CoWork)

    In this episode of the Small Business PR Podcast, Gloria Chou breaks down the AI tool she says is saving her over $10,000 a month and replacing multiple team members: Claude Cowork. While most small business owners think of AI as just writing captions or emails, Gloria explains how “agentic AI” actually executes tasks across your business. What Makes This Different ✔️ Not just writing—AI that completes tasks for you  ✔️ Connects to your tools (Drive, Airtable, Calendar)  ✔️ Analyzes data, workflows, and customer behavior  ✔️ Works like a digital team, not just a chatbot The 4 Roles It Replaces 📊 Social Media + Marketing Ops (analyzes content, finds leads)  📈 Sales Manager (preps calls + drafts follow-ups)  📅 Executive Assistant (calendar, emails, organization)  📉 Data Analyst (tracks sales, retention, insights) How She Uses AI Tools Together → Perplexity for research and PR trends  → ChatGPT for brainstorming and writing  → Claude Cowork for execution and automation Key Takeaways Why AI is no longer optional  How to replace repetitive tasks  Why execution—not information—is the real advantage If you’ve felt overwhelmed by AI, this episode shows how to simplify it—and use it to scale without hiring a big team. Resources Mentioned: Get the AI Visibility + PR Training Get Found on AI Search Join the Small Biz PR Pros Facebook Group DM the word “PITCH” to us on Instagram to get a pitching freebie https://www.instagram.com/gloriachoupr  Connect with Gloria Chou on LinkedIn https://www.linkedin.com/in/gloriaychou z Join Gloria Chou's PR Community  https://www.facebook.com/groups/428633254951941 Additional Resources: Listen On Your Favorite Podcast Platform Follow the Podcast

    17 min

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For small business owners and product founders who want to land organic PR, gift guide and podcast features, and show up in AI search—without ads or agencies. The brands getting organic media coverage now are the ones that will show up in those AI recommendations, and own AI search visibility and AEO (answer engine optimization) before it gets saturated. Shopify, Etsy, and other shopping sites are continuously being integrated with ChatGPT, and we’re making organic PR and marketing accessible to everyday small business owners, WOC and BIPOC founders, navigating this new era of AI search and SEO.  Start pitching gift guide editors, TV and podcast hosts, and journalists all year round—so your products show up when customers search for what you sell. No PR experience, connections, or big budget required. Join us weekly as host Gloria Chou, the #1 small business PR coach, shares untraditional PR and AI visibility strategies with interviews from top-tier journalists, diverse founders, and online business experts. Get her free AI visibility prompts and PR training you won’t find anywhere else.  gloriachoupr.com/masterclass 

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