Few people go through life without making enemies. Gone are the days of settling disputes through a duel, a showdown with a six-gun on your hip, or, as was once done in English public schools, a few rounds in the boxing ring.

Today, the most common way to destroy someone is to destroy their reputation—usually from a hidden source. It is a cowardly operation, but that does not make it any less painful or destructive.

The first step in handling Black PR is recognizing it for what it is. Listen carefully to this episode. It could save your career, your business, or even your life.