Last week, I somehow missed initial announcements about the “Hands Off!” demonstrations, several of which took place in Chicago and nearby communities. On Sunday as I was catching up with what took place at the local and global demonstrations, I received a note from a friend who told me about someone she met at…… Continue reading Demonstrate Your Networking Skills
Category: Future Leaders
Reframing PR in a Multipolar World: The Urgency of Global Business Acume
By Sarah Ogden This week, I had the pleasure of speaking to a group of future communicators at the University of Florida, for a course led by the incredible Patrick Ford. My session followed a talk led by the sage wisdom of an industry leader who has walked many corridors of power and demonstrated…… Continue reading Reframing PR in a Multipolar World: The Urgency of Global Business Acume
Resolve to Broaden News Consumption in 2025
Early in my corporate career, a wise mentor shared an important piece of advice that I continue to follow today: Read what your bosses and clients read. Occasionally, I have been reminded about the importance of staying on top of the news. Case in point, I recall being literally yelled at by a boss…… Continue reading Resolve to Broaden News Consumption in 2025
Develop a PR Superpower: The Art of Networking
By Nicole Paulson Networking. For some, it’s as natural as breathing. For others, it’s about as appealing as a trip to the DMV. But fear not, mastering the art of networking is a superpower anyone can unlock. Think of it like leveling up your social skills. You’ll be the networking ninja who always knows…… Continue reading Develop a PR Superpower: The Art of Networking
Ruth Edelman’s “Top 10 Tips for a Purposeful Life”
By Sadie Guffy Starting my journey at RUTH was special from the very first day. I knew this role held a unique significance, not just because of the talented team behind it but also because of its namesake — Ruth Edelman. Ruth was a powerhouse within the Edelman agency, renowned for her advocacy and…… Continue reading Ruth Edelman’s “Top 10 Tips for a Purposeful Life”
PRSSA Chapters Innovate Ways to ‘Broaden the Tent’ and Engage More Students
While one of the pandemic side-effects has been a nationwide drop in student engagement in extra-curricular activities, PR students at several universities are developing creative ways to increase participation and positive awareness of the public relations profession. I recently had the opportunity to participate in a unique PRSSA chapter program at DePaul. In recognition…… Continue reading PRSSA Chapters Innovate Ways to ‘Broaden the Tent’ and Engage More Students
College Bound? Get Involved
At a PRSSA event last spring, I met several students who were planning to attend this year’s international conference in Anaheim. When I asked if they were all juniors and seniors, most nodded yes while one said she was a freshman. I asked how she got so involved that she was already on the…… Continue reading College Bound? Get Involved
Five Years from Now: Your Career, Your Choice
By David Albritton Ok…let’s be honest with ourselves. How many of us actually planned out the last five years of our careers? As much as we might like to believe we had every aspect of our working lives covered, the fact is, most people don’t plan ahead that far. Many of us often don’t…… Continue reading Five Years from Now: Your Career, Your Choice
Learn Valuable PR Skills: Volunteer for a Campaign
Noting my early career involvement in politics, a Gen Z college sophomore asked me last week if I would still recommend volunteering for political campaigns. “Absolutely, positively,” I replied. The next three months will be a crash course in strategic planning, political organizing, message development, event planning and grassroots organizing — all key traits…… Continue reading Learn Valuable PR Skills: Volunteer for a Campaign
Student Mentor Dakota Earlywine Wins 2024 ‘Culpwrit’ Scholarship
Great mentors aren’t limited to senior members of the profession as is being proven every day by University of Nebraska at Omaha senior Dakota Earlywine, recipient of this year’s “Culpwrit” PRSSA scholarship for mentorship. A communications and media studies major, Dakota serves as a peer tutor at his university’s speech center and a student…… Continue reading Student Mentor Dakota Earlywine Wins 2024 ‘Culpwrit’ Scholarship