By Maret Montanari Inspired and energized hardly describe the range of emotions I experienced at The Plank Center’s annual Milestones in Mentoring Gala. Undoubtedly, this event rightfully earns its title as “The Best Night in PR.” The Plank Center for Leadership in Public Relations hosted its 8th annual gala on Oct. 26 in Chicago. The…… Continue reading Great Mentors Share Insights at ‘Best Night in PR”
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How to Be The Best Possible Mentee
A lot has been written about what it takes to be a good mentor, so I was pleased to see the Plank Center focus on the mentee side of the relationship in interviews with six impressive communication leaders honored by their peers last week during the sixth annual “Milestones in Mentoring” gala in Chicago. Honorees answered a…… Continue reading How to Be The Best Possible Mentee
Tips for Creating Authentic Mentorship Experiences
“Mentoring is really one of the strongest ways to spell success in public relations.” These wise words from the late Betsy Plank, namesake of The Plank Center for Leadership in Public Relations, rang true last night in the “Mentoring Matters” Twitter chat sponsored by the Center. Public relations professionals, educators and students chimed in to…… Continue reading Tips for Creating Authentic Mentorship Experiences
Hear What it Takes to be a Great Mentor
Even if you don’t have a ticket to the Plank Center’s sold out “Milestones in Mentoring” awards gala this Thursday evening, you can get a free front row seat thanks to live streaming of the program honoring six great mentors. This year’s top mentors are: Legacy: Patrick Ford, worldwide vice chair, chief client officer, chairman, Burson-Marsteller Executive: Aylwin Lewis,…… Continue reading Hear What it Takes to be a Great Mentor