Chicago was the epicenter of public relations last week with five major events and announcements. Bright and early on Thursday, some 25 educators and PR leaders gathered for the first meeting of Plank Partners. The new Plank Center affiliate brings together like-minded individuals who want to make a difference and help empower and advance…… Continue reading Chicago is No ‘Second City’ When it Comes to PR
Category: Day in the Life
‘Talkaholics’ – 5 Ways to Stop Talking So Much
Great people talk about ideas, average people talk about themselves, and small people talk about others. –– John Maxwell By John Millen Everyone knows someone who can’t shut up. They’re constantly talking, rarely listening, and don’t know when to stop. Whether during a job interview, presentation, or a conversation with the boss, they just…… Continue reading ‘Talkaholics’ – 5 Ways to Stop Talking So Much
Handling A Job Search–with Eminem’s Help
By Michael Shmarak A weird thing happened when I went to work a few weeks ago—I got laid off. I say “weird” knowing full well layoffs are not all weird or humorous—they stink badly. Having been laid off before, I find solace that I have been through this process once before, and know I…… Continue reading Handling A Job Search–with Eminem’s Help
Like it or Not: Office Attire Has Changed Forever
An agency leader who has hired several recent graduates sent me the recent Wall Street Journal story with the following headline: “What’s Too Casual for Work in 2023? You Can Get Away With More Now.” His email requested that educators do a better job of stressing soft skills – including appropriate work attire –…… Continue reading Like it or Not: Office Attire Has Changed Forever
Check List Before Finishing Summer Internship
Attention: Summer Interns As the summer internship season draws to a close, make sure you can check off key accomplishments that will lead to your next career opportunity. Here are 10 questions to ask yourself: Did you learn or seek to learn something new every day? Did you get to know the agency, association…… Continue reading Check List Before Finishing Summer Internship
Navigating PR as a Student and Future Professional
By Avery Marelli As college students, we have all, at one point or another, doubted the direction we were going in. You may recall having asked yourself if you were on the right path or perhaps faced the daunting thought that you were not making enough of an impact. Subsequently, we live in an…… Continue reading Navigating PR as a Student and Future Professional
Pay Freelancers Promptly
Since leaving the agency world 12 years ago, I’ve enjoyed consulting on some great projects for several C-suite executives and associations. Many of those projects required extra arms and legs so I’ve enlisted freelancers who have done amazing work. Most freelancers tell me not to worry about paying them until the client pays me.…… Continue reading Pay Freelancers Promptly
Beginner’s Guide to Getting a Job When You Have Limited Experience
By David Albritton Ok college students – let’s talk about ways to help you find a great job after you graduate – even if you have limited experience. This is often perplexing situation for many students because some employers want you to already have experience by the time you apply for their open role(s). Not…… Continue reading Beginner’s Guide to Getting a Job When You Have Limited Experience
The Search is On!
By Howard N. Karesh, APR I’ve learned a great deal while searching for my next full-time role, and I’m pleased to share the following encouragement and guidance to my fellow searchers, at every career point. Just because you’ve labored to earn an offer does NOT mean you have to take it. If you decide…… Continue reading The Search is On!
15 Questions to Ask Yourself to Discover Your True Passions
By David J. Albritton If you’re lucky, you’ve already discovered many of your passions and get to spend much of your time enjoying things that bring you excitement and joy. However, maybe you’ve not yet connected with activities, skills, and interests that ignite your passion. It takes time, soul-searching, and some life experience to identify…… Continue reading 15 Questions to Ask Yourself to Discover Your True Passions