Networking Event Advice: Acting Like a Professional

On April 24, 2014, I attended a PRSSA networking function, hosted by the Canisius College PRSSA chapter, at the Montante Cultural Center. The event consisted of a meet and greet, two speakers sharing both their career stories and advice for young professionals, and...

Be Open and Be Honest (Networking)

Networking is extremely important, especially in today’s world. It’s all about who you know, and that’s the truth. As college student’s, we are told this over and over again. But I don’t think it really sinks in until that last semester of college, which is where I’m...

Informational Interview: A different perspective

I was lucky enough to do an informational interview this evening.  I took a slightly different approach with the person I interviewed: it was someone that I would rather get their advice and story from, rather than actually have their particular job when I “grow...

Learn and Observe

Whether you have an internship or not, it is important to sit down and talk with someone in the field that you’re interested in. An informational interview is beneficial in so many ways. It encourages you to break out of your shell and take control of a situation You...