We hit 801 five-star reviews on Google at CandleLux, and people started messaging us asking how. Not the vague "great customer service" answer everyone gives. The actual system.

So we wrote it all down. The QR code trick that took us years to figure out (most businesses are using the wrong one and don't even know it). The exact moment to ask a customer for a review, when they're still feeling the experience and their phone is already out. The energy you bring that makes them want to tell people about you before they even get to their car.

It's called "Starstruck: The Small Business Playbook for Google Review Domination." 20-minute read. No fluff. Three pillars we used, plus 12 pro tips most business owners don't even know about.

It covers the QR code fix, how to time your ask, how to respond to every review (including the bad ones), and a 14-day action plan you can start today.

What's inside:

• The three pillars that got us to 801 five-star reviews
• 12 pro tips from local SEO and reputation experts
• A 14-day action plan with daily steps
• Chapter review questions to keep you accountable
• FAQ section covering Google's 2026 policy changes
• Free to download, share, and use

Format: Digital download (PDF) Length: 20-minute read Authors: Lance & Tammi McBrayer, founders of CandleLux.