Working for a minor league team has come with many joyous moments, hard moments and the tools to think critically, quickly. Being an intern for the West Michigan Whitecaps has been an experience that I would recommend to any young professional.
Read MoreHindsight is 20/20, and that cannot be any more true. As a student, while tasked with the academic challenges faced at Grand Valley, we are faced with a lot of other obstacles that seem to lurk in the shadows, like time management, managing relationships, and creativity.
Read MoreYou Hold Yourself Back. Now when you read the subtitle you may think, “well duh.” I am here to not only tell you that you hold yourself back, but how to prevent you from doing so, especially when wanting to apply for a leadership role.
Read MoreAs a young professional, one of the most valuable things you can do to prepare for future success is to find yourself a mentor. I’ve leaned on my trusted mentors myself to help guide my early career decisions and navigate the daunting post-grad life that lies ahead.
Read MoreThe first few weeks of summer are often a time to decompress and reflect on the past year for many students. For me, this school year was one filled with change and self improvement. I can attribute a lot of that improvement to my time spent in GVPRSSA and GrandPR.
Read MoreIt is officially summer and while it is the time to relax and unwind from the school year, the majority of college students obtain a summer internship. These internships are a great way to get hands-on experience as well as credit if needed.
Read MoreSummer, summer, summer! The clock magically hits three, and you are set free to have the whole summer to enjoy! Now if only that scene in High School Musical was real life. Not everyone has it so easy during the last few weeks of school before the summer break.
Read MoreFor someone who grew up admiring bold fashion statements, I find it incredibly difficult to believe that I’ve resorted to wearing dark colors in all professional settings. Although there are times when wearing black, grey, and navy clothing is necessary, there’s no denying that wearing such colors is the “safe” option.
Read MoreIt is that time of year when classes are wrapping up, and you have a lot on your plate. You also may be burnt out and want to enjoy the sunshine and weather. Time Management is an important skill that will help better your future profession.
Read MoreAs integrated communications professionals, we must stay up-to-date with the latest trends and changes in the digital world. One of the best ways for your brand or business to gain the visibility that it deserves is by implementing a Search Engine Optimization (SEO) strategy.
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