Intern season is in full swing here in Grand Rapids, and I couldn't be more excited to be part of the action. As offices buzz with the energy of ambitious young adults eager to apply their skills, there's a palpable blend of enthusiasm and nervous anticipation as we navigate our new roles, striving to make meaningful contributions to our teams.
Read MoreAs a child, the words “summer vacation” promised endless days of freedom and adventure. The countdown to the last school bell felt like a liberation from the everyday routine of classrooms and homework, stepping into a world where it seemed like there was endless time to explore and enjoy the warm air. But as we grow up, the golden allure of summer vacation fades into the reality of adulthood.
Read MorePride Month is here! Now comes that time of year when the logos of most brands’ social media accounts turn into a rainbow-field version, “ally” is tacked on to the end of bios, and Canva templates are used as a throwaway attempt to promote their “pride.” Queer people deserve better. It’s as simple as that.
Read MoreCurating yourself as a PR professional can seem intimidating. You’re thrust into a world where a well-rounded skillset is the key to success— where a hard-earned mix of both hard and soft skills combine to create seemingly effortless relationships.
Read MoreMy first year of college was filled with self-doubt, anxiety, and a crippling fear of failure. This fear kept me from trying new things and going outside my comfort zone, affecting not only my professional life but my personal life as well. I was struggling, as many do in their first year of college.
Read MoreOne of the most common pieces of advice I've received from professionals is the importance of networking and honing your elevator pitch. While authenticity and recognizing your expertise "are important, the "show, don't tell" golden rule can go a long way." can go a long way.
Read MoreIt’s that time of year again… when every brand we know and love decides to lie to us, ruthlessly. On this day of deception, no Instagram feed, marketing email, or commercial can be trusted. Through the years, we’ve seen a wide variety of outlandish pranks on April 1st. From Amazon’s Petlexa to Burger King’s Whopper Toothpaste; there is never a shortage of these ridiculously entertaining pranks.
Read MoreIn this episode, Shanika discusses the essentials of becoming a good writer. From the planning stage to the writing process, Shanika provides her own insights into the writing process, and how we as writers can maximize our writing skills to create strong pieces of writing.
Read MoreAt the first Grand Valley Public Relations Student Society of America (GVPRSSA) meeting I attended sophomore year, the President, Amberly presented the new committees created by last year’s executive board. One in particular caught my attention…the promotions committee.
Read MoreIn this episode, Listen to Maddie’s story about transitioning from news to the 8THIRTYFOUR team, as well as how she uses her experience in the news industry in the PR space. Maddie also gives her advice on how PR professionals and Reporters can connect, and build successful relationships.
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