May

14

“Oh, The Places You’ll Go!”

May 14, 2009 | Leave a Comment

When I was a little girl my mom’s favorite book to read to me was, Dr. Seuss’, Oh, The Places You’ll Go. It wasn’t until high school I understood why my mom loved this book so much, and the hidden knowledge behind Dr. Suess’ brilliant rhymes.
It seems as though his messages continue to become more [...]

Nov

8

Free change

November 8, 2008 | Leave a Comment

Have you heard? The economy is going down.
During my three-hour drive home last weekend, I stopped in a random city off the freeway to get gas. As I got out of my car and was walking toward the convenience store, a middle-aged man approached me and asked, “Do you know where the unemployment office is?”
I [...]

Oct

20

Pitching Yourself and Networking

October 20, 2008 | Leave a Comment

As my graduation date is rapidly approaching, I find myself interacting more and more with PR professionals. In almost every interaction I have had with alumni or those in the PR world, the dreaded topic is brought up, “Tell me about yourself.” Unlike many college students I have never had a problem with public speaking [...]