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September 11, 2013

Go Bold or Go Unknown: How One PRSSA National Conference Attendee Made the Connection of a Lifetime

There is no doubt that the annual PRSSA National Conference can open up many doors and can provide once-in-a-lifetime opportunities for attendees. Whether those opportunities blossom from networking or attending the professional development sessions led by public relations industry titans, there is something every National Conference attendee can gain. For one eager 2012 National Conference attendee, it was a combination […]

September 4, 2013

PRomoting Your Chapter to Success

Getting the word out about your Chapter on-campus and in the community is absolutely vital in order to have a successful year. Promotion, if done correctly, provides the necessary interactions with prominent campus leaders, boosts membership and establishes mutually beneficial relationships with local organizations. These goals, however, can be difficult – especially if your Chapter is young or unknown. Promote your […]

August 29, 2013

Three Ways To Benefit From Chapter Connections

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 […]

August 23, 2013

Let’s Get Personal: Developing Your Personal Brand

Your personal brand is the surest way to set yourself apart in a world of sameness. It’s a way for you to turn your passion into your career and portray yourself in a unique light. A strong personal brand can even be the defining factor that helps you land your dream job. Here are a few things to keep in […]

August 21, 2013

Paving Your Future from the Comfort of Your Campus

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 […]

June 30, 2013

Take Advantage of your Membership During the Summer

With a summer break from regular PRSSA Chapter meetings, it would be easy to take a break from PRSSA involvement altogether. But doing that would mean cheating yourself out of three months of opportunity to use your member benefits. Summer provides an opportunity to take advantage of some of the best PRSSA member benefits, including benefits you may not have […]

May 31, 2013

Growing Up: Three Reminders for the New Pro

This post is part of a series of “Lives of New Professionals” guest posts for Progressions. As we take our first steps into the real world, it’s easy to get caught up in the hustle and bustle of our industry and to get swept away by deadlines and projects. Many young pros have this tendency of being a “go-getter.” We […]

May 14, 2013

Part I: Business Etiquette FUN-damentals

Who holds the door? Who gets on an elevator first? What do I do with my napkin when I need to excuse myself from the table? Do I pass food to my right or left? Do I have to go to another networking event? Questions of business etiquette plague all of us – from those just entering the workforce to […]

May 10, 2013

Campus Connections: Get Involved Early

Wake up. Answer emails. Pitch media. Approve designs. Check email again. Just a typical morning in the life of a public relations practitioner. But wait – add ‘go to class’ to the list. Though it can be tough to balance class schedules and extracurricular activities, college is the prime time to get involved and start networking. Don’t delay until after […]

April 10, 2013

The PRSSA 2013 National Assembly Taught Me …

Every year, PRSSA members from around the country gather to share ideas in Chapter Officer Sessions, participate in Leadership Training Sessions and make important decisions about the future of our Society by participating in the annual National Assembly. This year’s event was held from April 4-7 in Albuquerque, NM. We asked on Twitter what you learned from attending National Assembly. […]

PRomoting Your Chapter to Success

Three Ways To Benefit From Chapter Connections

Let’s Get Personal: Developing Your Personal Brand

Paving Your Future from the Comfort of Your Campus

Take Advantage of your Membership During the Summer

Growing Up: Three Reminders for the New Pro

Part I: Business Etiquette FUN-damentals

Campus Connections: Get Involved Early

The PRSSA 2013 National Assembly Taught Me …

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