by Sarah Jackson We’ve retired 2013 and have settled into 2014. Now its time to start looking at what 2014 holds for the world of Public Relations. In December 2013, the top 60 up-and-coming millennials (ages 30 and below) in the world of PR were asked to compile a list of what they predict to […]
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Interview Do’s and Dont’s by Laycee Moss Going in for an interview can be very stressful. You know you are being judged on your performance and you know that one mistake can cost you the job, but forget about all of that and just relax. Here are some do’s and don’ts that […]
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by Kirsten Stuart We have all been taught what content should and should not put in a resume, how long it should be and what it is potential employers are looking for. In 2013 there were a few words that employers read on nearly every resume they viewed. “ I am a creative, strategic expert who […]
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Basic Tips for an Impressive Resume by Tara Smith Preparing your resume to be sent to potential employers can be a daunting task. Often times as college students we haven’t had to update our resumes for several years, and as graduation draws closer this is a vital step in reaching our professional potential. Graduating with […]
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When you think about the “toolkit” of public relations you often think of press releases, working with the media, crafting a speech, and more. What too many people overlook is an essential tool for PR is social media. Many small businesses question whether social media is actually worth their time and money. Let me explain […]
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When you finish your degree and go out into the world, what do you think will matter most? Your grades? Your classes? Your emphasis? Your internship? All of these things matter. But in this day and age and in the economy we have, what matters most is your real-world experiences. In the world of PR, […]
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Joining a professional organization is a great way to build personal and professional relationships through networking. When done correctly, networking can connect you to people and places you would not have reached otherwise. As a public relations student, Public Relations Student Society of America (PRSSA) is an ideal organization for enhancing your education, broadening your […]
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Five Social Media Tips to Manage Your Personal Brand Online Most PR professionals deal with not only their own social media, but also their companies social media outlets. In the last few years many of us have seen plenty of breath holding moments online. Dominos Video Prank, Paula Deen’s Racism Scandal, Burger King bought out […]
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Co-owner of Ogden’s Own Distillery, Steve Conlin, met PRSSA students on Tuesday, October 22 to talk about their product, Five Wives Vodka and the First Amendment conflict he had with this product. When Conlin named his vodka Five Wives, he was aware that it might cause a stir in Utah. When it was accepted in […]
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LinkedIn is a phenomenal free tool for everyone. Essentially, it is an online resume that is very interactive. On LinkedIn you have the ability to get references, and be endorsed by thousands of different individuals. You are also able to find jobs, and show them your capabilities. I found five things to help to […]
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