Going on agency tours is a fantastic way to expose yourself to local, regional or national businesses in order to get a feel for what life is like post-grad. Fellow Chapter leaders share best practices so you, too, can plan a memorable agency tour for your Chapter: We began planning our agency visit three months ahead of time. There are […]
This last year, I’ve made a significant effort to schedule informational interviews with people in my area of interest. In an informational interview, the student leads the show. It’s an ideal opportunity to ask questions, make connections and build relationships. I always look forward to these meetings because I learn something new each time, and they’re an excellent networking opportunity. […]
Who you know is a key factor in a successful job search. We know this due to the immense amount of professional development content that circulates the internet. The majority of articles and blog posts discuss the dos-and-don’ts of networking and ways to expand a professional network, among other topics. Research also shows that up to 80 percent of the […]
Social media brings people together. While we use it in our daily lives to stay connected with family and friends, we also can use it as a digital tool for networking within the public relations industry. Here are a few ways to start using social media to build your network: Follow up after meeting. Make the connection, exchange business cards […]
As a new professional, I never expected to start a business. In fact, the mere thought was terrifying. I knew I still needed to prove my worth in the industry and was worried what seasoned professionals would think of a new graduate trying to squeeze yet another company into the market. As I gave myself a chance to consider the […]
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Before arriving in Philadelphia for the PRSSA 2013 National Conference, refer to our survival guide for all things Conference-related. Visit the National Conference website, Facebook and Twitter for more information.
Being a first-time visitor to Philadelphia or even a rookie attendee of the PRSSA 2013 National Conference (or both) can be very intimidating. From city crosswalks to meeting industry titans face-to-face, it can all seem overwhelming. The Conference Committee is here to help and has put together a list of a few friendly reminders and tips about making it in […]
PRSSA Podcast host Austin Malcolm discusses the importance of getting PRSSA alumni involved in Chapter programming and activity. He also explores the topic of teaching ethics in PRSSA Chapters. This podcast is joined by Regina Flanigan, University of Texas at Austin vice president of Chapter Development. How are you getting your alumni involved? How are you teaching ethics? Austin […]
For many natural-born networkers, attending their first PRSSA National Conference or any similar type of large-scale professional development event can seem like a dream come true — oodles of fresh faces to meet and greet, all the while connecting and trading Twitter handles with both students and professionals from every corner of the country. But for most people, showing up […]
Thank you to everyone who participated in our National Conference-themed Twitter Chat. Specifically, we’d like to thank co-hosts Drexel PRSSA and Vice President of Public Relations, Ben Butler (tweeting from the @PRSSANational account), for leading the conversation. Don’t forget to visit the National Conference website, Facebook and Twitter for more updates. Join us on November 12 at 9 p.m. ET for the next PRSSA Twitter Chat: “Leading Chapter Growth” with Vice […]
