According to the Merriam-Webster dictionary, a mentor is “a trusted counselor or guide.” However, a mentor is so much more. Through my experiences, both as a mentor and mentee, the relationship you craft with this individual goes beyond that. This person becomes a coach, cheerleader, adviser, confidant and, hopefully, a friend. My mentors have led me to career opportunities, pushed […]
The basic format of an introductory networking conversation between two public relations professionals is often simple: share who you are and what you do, then swap business cards. As often as we have encounters like this, many people often don’t take the necessary post-interaction steps to sustain a connection with newly acquired relationships. In this industry, who you know is […]
For many people who seek a job in public relations, you go to school, participate in internships and join PRSSA – but what else can you do? Don’t miss a key step to obtaining that job after graduation: utilizing the relationship between PRSA and PRSSA. October is PRSA/PRSSA Relationship Month and a great time to focus on your Chapter’s relationship […]
