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Crisis communications workshops to prepare your organisation
A crisis is no time to discover flaws in your response plan. Crisis communications workshops and scenario exercises help organisations test processes, clarify responsibilities and prepare key teams for high-pressure situations before they happen. Learn why scenario planning is one of the most effective ways to strengthen crisis readiness and protect your reputation when the unexpected occurs.
Sam Schofield
Jul 162 min read


Reputation management: How to prepare for, respond to and recover from a crisis
A strong reputation takes years to build but can be damaged in an instant. Discover how effective crisis communications planning, response strategies and scenario training can help protect your organisation when reputational challenges arise. Learn what to do, what to avoid and how to recover when a crisis hits.
Sam Schofield
Jul 104 min read


Starbucks Korea and the cost of unchecked AI
Have you read the story of Starbucks' recent PR disaster in South Korea? Reportedly shaped by AI and approved without proper review, the poorly judged promotion triggered protests, boycotts and leadership fallout.
Sam Schofield
Jun 82 min read


What are the benefits of hiring a freelance PR consultant?
Considering PR support? A freelance PR consultant can offer senior expertise, flexibility and cost-effective support without the overheads of agencies or in-house hires. This blog explores why more businesses are choosing freelance PR — and how it can deliver strong, consistent results tailored to your needs.
Sam Schofield
Jun 54 min read


What is the role of PR in managing business reputation?
Sheffield-based freelance PR consultant Schofield Communications explores the role of PR in managing business reputation, from visibility and trust to crisis response. Learn more about PR's vital role in reputation management, how reputation is managed through a crisis, the importance of reputation management no matter the industry, and why choosing an experienced freelance PR consultant has advantages over a traditional agency.
Sam Schofield
May 14 min read


Experienced PR Consultant for Crisis Management in Sheffield
Schofield Communications provides freelance crisis management PR support in Sheffield, working directly with leadership teams during high‑risk, reputation‑sensitive situations. Led by an experienced PR consultant, the consultancy offers calm, senior‑level advice, media handling and stakeholder communications when clarity, speed and credibility matter most.
Sam Schofield
Apr 202 min read


Your freelance PR expert, covering Sheffield and wider South Yorkshire
Looking for a freelance PR expert in South Yorkshire? Schofield Communications is a Sheffield‑based PR consultancy providing senior‑level, freelance public relations support to B2B, B2B, and professional services organisations. Led by an experienced PR consultant, the business focuses on credibility, reputation and clear communication — working directly with clients who want expert PR without agency overheads.
Sam Schofield
Apr 172 min read


The butterfly effect: how one misstep can damage your organisation’s reputation
In today's fast-paced and interconnected world, a strong reputation is essential for any organisation. It fosters trust, attracts...
Sam Schofield
May 30, 20233 min read
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