Top 10 Posts of 2023 Cap off 15th Year of Culpwrit

  As my 15th year of being Culpwrit winds down, I enjoyed spending some time this weekend re-reading each and every post – especially those of guest contributors who generously took the time to share their advice with students and aspiring PR pros. I was not surprised that many of the “guest columnists” wrote some…… Continue reading Top 10 Posts of 2023 Cap off 15th Year of Culpwrit

Podcasting and Public Relations: Let’s Talk About It

By Shaley Brown Episode 1 A podcast is a digital audio program you can listen to when and wherever you like — in the car, on the way to work, while exercising at the gym or walking to class, or even on a plane. A podcast commonly features one or several hosts who center their discussions around…… Continue reading Podcasting and Public Relations: Let’s Talk About It

The Ultimate PR Girl Boss: Robyn DelMonte 

  By Ali Burleson Who is the woman behind @GirlBossTown? Robyn DelMonte is the self-proclaimed “internet’s agent,” and she does it all within the scope of her preferred social media platform, TikTok. A content creator and social media influencer, DelMonte is a leading public relations professional, yet until recently, she did it all for free…… Continue reading The Ultimate PR Girl Boss: Robyn DelMonte 

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

“We Evolve” – Women in Communication

  By Siona Chibber Five established women leaders of the communication field recently shared their candid views on careers and tips for successful leadership with DePaul University communication students from PR and advertising courses of Nina Abnee and Ron Culp as well as several DePaul PRSSA leaders. Now in its sixth year, this year’s panel…… Continue reading “We Evolve” – Women in Communication

Creating the Insider’s Guide to Influencer Marketing

  By Katie Stoller I am one of those people who regularly pops up from a deep sleep and scribbles notes down. To the complete annoyance of my husband, I have to keep a pen and paper next to my bed because I’m usually too tired to get up but I know I need to…… Continue reading Creating the Insider’s Guide to Influencer Marketing

Entering the PR and Communications Content Creation Game? 5 Useful Lessons for Success

  By Craig Engstrom Disclaimer: Ron Culp did not solicit this post. These are my opinions. If you’re reading this, you already know what I know: Ron Culp is the cool uncle you wish you had at family gatherings. He’s a seasoned PR and communications professional who has worked with big names like Eli Lilly,…… Continue reading Entering the PR and Communications Content Creation Game? 5 Useful Lessons for Success

2023: Year of AI, AR and Influencer Relations

  By Andrea Holland 2023 is shaping up to be a big year for the PR industry. That said, isn’t it always a big year? At the pace the PR/Comms world moves, it’s sometimes hard to keep up with the latest and greatest tools and processes that are proving to be effective. Staying ahead of…… Continue reading 2023: Year of AI, AR and Influencer Relations

Back-to-School Career Booster: Volunteerism

  As college students return to campus, this is the right moment to think about volunteer opportunities that will help enhance resumes and future job prospects. While many students are laser-focused on classes and prospecting for paid internships, college freshman and sophomores and high school students would be wise to seek out relevant volunteer experiences…… Continue reading Back-to-School Career Booster: Volunteerism

Q&A: Are Cover Letters Still Relevant?

  Q. Most online job boards seem to only want a copy of my resume, but some postings require a cover letter and others make them optional. A cover letter takes a lot of thought and time. Does it really matter? -DL A. Over the years, I’ve often had similar doubts–mainly because I’ve seen so…… Continue reading Q&A: Are Cover Letters Still Relevant?