An interview with Kimberley & David Rudd by Fredericka Davis By Fredericka Davis Our conversation on diversity, equity and inclusion was held in the midst of a pandemic and during the ongoing U.S. Presidential election. Although the focus of our conversation was to gain the perspective of the featured executives viewpoint on Diversity, Equity and…… Continue reading Key to Achieving Diversity in Public Relations: Fill the Pipeline with More People of Color
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‘Always Understand Your Value’ and Other Important Advice from Urban League’s Calmetta Coleman
By Nicky Diaz The past year has been deemed unprecedented in many ways. Racial injustice, systemic racism, Black Lives Matter, and racial inequity have been terms that have flooded the media and our TV screens. There is no denying that this year has been a difficult one for many; it has shed a tremendous amount…… Continue reading ‘Always Understand Your Value’ and Other Important Advice from Urban League’s Calmetta Coleman
Reflecting on 12 Years of Culpwrit; Top Posts of 2020
By Ron Culp As 2020 winds down, I spent the weekend scanning through many of the 1,400 posts that have appeared here since I started blogging 12 years ago. I especially enjoyed reading posts about the many young PR pros who were just launching their careers and now feeling a sense of pride that they,…… Continue reading Reflecting on 12 Years of Culpwrit; Top Posts of 2020
Be the CEO of Your Career
By Emma Gresser Hi, friends! My name is Emma Gresser. I am going to give you a glimpse into a conversation between my good friend, PR rookie, and member of my personal board of directors, Andrew Cook. Andrew and I met when we moved to Chicago after graduating from undergrad. I was pursuing a MA…… Continue reading Be the CEO of Your Career
Help Your References Land You the Job
An agency recruiter called me last week seeking a reference for a former colleague. I get a lot of reference checking calls, but this time I was surprised. I hadn’t heard from the applicant in more than a few of years. I honestly didn’t know where she was currently working, nor if she even stayed…… Continue reading Help Your References Land You the Job
First Steps In Starting Your Own PR Business
By Christina O’Connell Amidst the pandemic, we have seen a struggling economy and high unemployment rates that for many young and mid-level professionals, are part of an unknown territory. As major PR leaders such as Edelman and Weber Shandwick laid off staff due to COVID-19 implications, many are searching for new full-time roles. However, now,…… Continue reading First Steps In Starting Your Own PR Business
Emerging Leaders Offer Tips for Pandemic Life—Professional and Personal
By Will Bradley With the summer officially kicking off — albeit masked, socially-distanced and mostly home-based — the Plank Center for Leadership in Public Relations recently launched a new online panel series, streamed live on the Center’s Facebook page and titled “Plank Summer Sessions.” The series, focused on topics relevant to the current world of…… Continue reading Emerging Leaders Offer Tips for Pandemic Life—Professional and Personal
Ways to Make Ends Meet if You Lose Your Job
The coronavirus pandemic has hit everyone hard, especially those in the restaurant and hospitality industries. However, people across all sectors — including public relations — have experienced job loss as a result of COVID-19. If you’re stuck without a job right now, you’re probably already looking for ways to trim your budget and save money.…… Continue reading Ways to Make Ends Meet if You Lose Your Job
Creating Successful Work-From-Home Internships
Recent graduates and students lucky enough to land internships report a wide range of experiences, none as fulfilling as in-person assignments. “I’m just happy to have a job,” a recent grad told me, adding that the position saved her from having to move back home with her parents. “While $15 an hour saved my mental…… Continue reading Creating Successful Work-From-Home Internships
This is Not the Time for Generic Resumes: Customize
By Haley Lyles Setting out on a job hunt can be daunting. Depending on how widely you cast your net, you may find hundreds of job opportunities that each have different application requirements. Some jobs have lengthy application forms, cover letter requirements and even skills tests. After completing all of these time-consuming tasks, it can…… Continue reading This is Not the Time for Generic Resumes: Customize