This post is part of diversity series for Progressions. “Our generation will be the one hiring you someday,” my parents reminded me for the millionth time, slipping a final snippet of professional advice into our dinner conversation. We were discussing the controversial issue of tattoos and piercings in the workplace — and not making much headway — when I first […]
This post is part of diversity series for Progressions. Racial and ethnic diversity in the public relations field is paramount. Several agencies such as FleishmanHillard, Edelman, and PorterNovelli have programs dedicated to promoting racial and ethnic inclusion and celebrating individuality. But why should one need to know about other racial and ethnic groups? How does that affect public relations practitioners? […]
This post is part of diversity series for Progressions. Advocacy is one of the six pillars in the PRSA Member Statement of Professional Values in the PRSA Code of Ethics. As public relations professionals, it is our duty to support those who may need our skills most in whatever way we are able. Using our abilities, we can serve very […]
If you tend to avoid challenging conversations, awkward moments or uncomfortable situations, you’re not alone. Many people steer away from discussions about diversity because they want to circumvent the difficulty and discomfort these interactions often evoke. A high percentage of students I’ve asked about this issue agree that diversity is important, but very few could easily articulate why or even […]
Recruitment is a key skill for every PRSSA Chapter to have. PRSSA Podcast host Austin Malcolm explores the importance of recruitment including membership diversity and helpful tactics to increase Chapter size. This podcast is joined by Regina Flanigan, University of Texas at Austin vice president of Chapter Development. How important is recruitment to your Chapter? What creative ways does your Chapter use to recruit? […]
It is a common misconception that introverts can be rude and lack the social skills necessary to interact with people. However, for a majority of introverts, that couldn’t be further from the truth. On the contrary, most introverts like being around people and having a good time. In many cases, the difference between an introvert and an extrovert is that […]
As students and pre-professionals, we’re told how important it is to network with experienced practitioners; however, connecting with your peers from other Chapters may be just as beneficial. I have learned so much by networking with PRSSA Chapters from across the country at PRSSA National events and local Chapter mixers. Here are a few benefits of connecting with members of […]
Students studying public relations are trained to implement strategic communication tactics and tools for virtually any industry – even for those industries unfamiliar to them. Obtaining knowledge from fields other than public relations will not only make you a well-rounded individual, but could also showcase your diverse perspectives to future employers. Use these tips to explore other fields without stepping […]
The next time you’re in a meeting, look around and see who’s involved. Website issues? Interactive department. Employee training? Human resources. They’re experts in the subject, they have experience in the field and surely if anyone can solve a problem, it’s the people who know the most about it. This makes sense, of course. Except that this is not always […]
Fact: Social media has made the world a smaller, more interconnected place. #duh Fiction: Cultural lines are being blurred and relaxed, some altogether disappearing. #huh? A person’s culture is evident in every part of his or her life. From the way we do business to how we speak to our friends to the way we select our clothing are all things […]
