Written for BIPOC Mental Health Month Before I started my journey as a PRSSA member, I started my public relations studies at the University of Minnesota carrying preexisting anxiety of being the only Black person in the room. I had conditioned myself to conceal my anxiety by exuding confidence, even though internally, I didn’t feel comfortable. For the first two […]
As a young queer PR professional pursuing a career in America, I feel privileged to say that I’m lucky to have an overall inclusive and supportive academic, social and work environment that allows me to accept and present myself in the ways that I’m comfortable with. It was not until my last semester of college that I decided to pursue […]
It is important for every individual to feel empowered in a community. Being an ally is essential in fostering an inclusive environment for everyone, including the LGBTQIA+ community. But the real question is: how do we become good allies in this society? Being a good ally is an ongoing process that requires continuous learning, self-reflection, and action. These are a […]
Lost. Anxious. Deflated. Those are the words I would use to describe myself in April 2023, near the end of my sophomore year, when I concluded an unsuccessful summer internship search after completing over 150 applications and countless interview rounds. Little did I know that attending a PRSA Chapter event would quickly change my negative sentiments. I attended the PRSA […]
Public relations is a field where you have to do your best to manage a company’s image. Whether it be through corporate social responsibility, organizing events, or social media management, you have a really important job. This job can be much more complicated if you have autism. Autism can make you incredibly intelligent and talented. But it can also hinder […]
What do David Grossman, Laine Himmelmann, and Patrice Tanaka have in common? Aside from their remarkable leadership in the PR industry, advocacy for important causes, and speaking engagements at PRSSA’s 2024 Leadership Assembly, they all lead their professional lives with their hearts. In a world where many are driven by dollar signs and fame, these industry leaders offer us, as […]
We’ve all been there. It’s your first day on the job. You’re excited and ready to start, but then, the doubts start to creep in. Suddenly you ask yourself, why did they even hire me in the first place? Am I meant to be here? You know you worked hard to get this position, but there’s no way you’re experienced, […]
Have you ever had a conversation with someone without uttering a single word? It might sound unusual, but in fact, we all do it every day. The secret lies in the silent language of our bodies. Albert Mehrabian, a pioneer in body language studies, once stated that 55% of communication is through body language, 38% is the tone of voice […]
Attending the PRSSA International Conference is one of the best steps a public relations/communications student can take to prepare for their career. I had the opportunity to attend ICON in 2021 and 2022 and, without a doubt, I wouldn’t be where I am today if it weren’t for everything I learned and everyone I met at the Conference. I’m sure […]
Have you ever wondered why you can’t complete your daily to-do list? Would you like the day to have more than 24 hours? If so, you are like me. Over time, I learned that there is a big mistake in thinking that we need more time; instead, we need to learn how to boost our energy levels. An agenda, or […]
