This cyclical, mutual communication pattern is the proper communications paradigm. Our responsibility is not just to inform the public on behalf of our organization, but also to inform our organization on behalf of the public.
La versatilidad de un título en comunicación es verdaderamente notable. Brinda habilidades de pensamiento crítico, investigación y comunicación persuasiva que pueden aplicarse en múltiples contextos.
The versatility of a communications degree is truly remarkable. It equips individuals with critical thinking, research, and persuasive communication skills that are highly transferable across diverse sectors.
Everybody knows Taylor Swift, we might even know her All Too Well. But Taylor Swift is not just a singer we all know and love – her branding evolution is a masterclass in strategic adaptation and an example of effective public relations. Why You Might Ask? Taylor Swift’s journey from a country singer to a pop music icon is a […]
In a field driven by storytelling, passion drives public relations. This is something I’ve especially noticed during my time with Relief Communications, LLC., a small public relations firm in Philadelphia working within the nonprofit sector. As the firm’s only intern, I’ve completed a variety of projects for clients such as Mural Arts Philadelphia, Historic Philadelphia, Inc., and Prevention Point Philadelphia. […]
There are many myths people outside the communications world believe about public relations professionals. I am here to debunk a few of these stereotypes. 1. Liar, Liar. The No. 1 stereotype of public relations professionals is they spin the truth and display dishonesty. This could not be further from the truth. Public relations people are all about accuracy and honesty, […]
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If you would have told me in high school that I would major in public relations, you would have received a response asking what that was. Now you are reading an editorial I wrote while overseeing the blog of an organization for students interested in communications. And at least one person believes in my passion for that organization (thank you […]
“Never work with your friends,” we’ve all heard it and may have witnessed the horror stories of giving a referral for a friend who turns out to be a less-than-stellar employee or is the furthest thing from a team player. What they don’t tell you, though, is that the people you work with should become your friends. This applies to […]
You have two semesters until graduation, a mediocre internship and no set plans for the future – anxiety sets in. Sound familiar? Feeling lost about where to intern or what career path to take? Two recent graduates, who landed jobs at the largest privately held agency in the world, light the way to show us how to graduate confidently. Whether […]
This year I served as the programming director for Wayne State University’s PRSSA Chapter in Detroit, Michigan. This position entailed planning events, panels and agency tours for our members. Creating worthwhile programs provides students with opportunities they would not have otherwise. Some of our events included resume workshops, the power women panel, the entrepreneurship panel, tours at United Way, Finn […]
