Q. I have had a few interviews with an agency that now wants names of references, including one or two co-workers who could talk about my teamwork. No one at my current agency knows I’m interviewing and I’m uneasy about letting them know anything when I’m not sure I’m getting a job offer. What should I do? -TS…… Continue reading Co-Worker References Pose Risk Prior to Job Offer
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Arthur Page’s 7 Leadership Principles for Current and Future PR Professionals
Q. One of the guest lecturers in my class mentioned the Arthur Page Society several times during his talk, and my professor says the organization is something I should aspire to. From the Page website, I can’t determine how you become a member and what they do. I see you’re a member, so please let me know…… Continue reading Arthur Page’s 7 Leadership Principles for Current and Future PR Professionals
After Three Internships, What’s Next?
Q. I’m a May 2010 PR grad and am still looking for permanent employment. I’m finishing up an internship now (this will make three, one with a large agency), have been volunteering on a PRSA committee for almost a year now, and have had some discussions with various firms regarding entry-level slots over the past…… Continue reading After Three Internships, What’s Next?
Take the Job, Then Pursue Graduate Degree
Q. I’m graduating with in December and am trying to decide if I want to go to graduate school or accept an entry-level job at a major company. The general office job is not related to my communication degree, but my would-be boss says transfers often happen within the company. Is it a good idea…… Continue reading Take the Job, Then Pursue Graduate Degree
Positive Job Prospects for Journalism Major, But Back It Up with PR or Business Minor
Q. I am a junior journalism major now having second thoughts about my degree. What are my prospects of landing a job? Should I switch to PR or something else, even though it might require an extra semester at an expensive college? -PA A. Don’t panic—yet. You didn’t mention a minor, so I would seriously…… Continue reading Positive Job Prospects for Journalism Major, But Back It Up with PR or Business Minor
Introverts Welcome in Public Relations
Q. I’m thinking about applying to some PR/communications programs in Canada. I like many aspects of the field, like all the writing one has to do. But I am an introvert. I can do public speaking fine but I’m definitely not an extroverted “people person”… my question is, do you have to be an extrovert…… Continue reading Introverts Welcome in Public Relations
Don’t Stretch Job Search Beyond Appropriate Level
Q. As a December 2011 graduate, I’ve begun applying for jobs. My college adviser sent me a job posting for a full-time position as an senior account executive supervisor at a big agency. While I have had two agency internships and know a lot about what goes into the SAE job, I wonder if I should…… Continue reading Don’t Stretch Job Search Beyond Appropriate Level
Switching College Career Goals at the Last Minute
Q. I’m a senior business major and I think I made a career goal mistake. After sharing an apartment with two PR majors this summer, I know this is what I’d like to do. But is it too late or should I go on to graduate school and focus on PR there? -TD A. Don’t…… Continue reading Switching College Career Goals at the Last Minute
Plan Now, Apply Later for 2012 Jobs
During a visit to the University of Oklahoma last week, I met some 40 students who comprise the on-campus PR and advertising agency, Lindsey + Asp. The undergraduate juniors and seniors are doing impressive work for a dozen paying clients ranging from the Norman Police Department to American Airlines. After spending two days in…… Continue reading Plan Now, Apply Later for 2012 Jobs
Office Sharing Can Cut Costs and Open Opportunities
Q. Like you, I’ve begun my own consulting practice but I’m operating it from home and finding that to be problematic due to frequent feelings of isolation and distractions from my roommate and dog walking. I’m trying to avoid a major cash outlay during this start-up stage, so do you have any suggestions besides renting an office? -PD…… Continue reading Office Sharing Can Cut Costs and Open Opportunities