The reason that Public Relations is often ranked as one of the top stressful career fields in the country is, well… because it’s stressful. Being in charge of accurately telling a brand or company’s story in a way that pleases all stakeholders is like holding a tiny little bird in your hand; it takes care […]
Happy 2019! It’s hard to believe that it has already been a year since most of us lied to ourselves and said we would become a better, healthier, more productive person in 2018. For those who set lofty goals, and ultimately didn’t hit the gym seven times a week, read 200 books, or save enough […]
For many, the end of the year is marked with dates that bring together friends and family to celebrate religious observances and holidays. This special time of the year is a great opportunity to connect with your clients and customers in unique ways, but as you send cards, order gifts, plan parties, and more, it […]
This year, Small Business Saturday takes place on November 24th and we want you to participate! The initiative was launched in 2010, by American Express, as an effort to support local shops that make our communities strong by encouraging people to Shop Small and bring more holiday shopping to small businesses. Everyone is familiar with […]
The term work/life balance has been a popular topic of conversation for some time, with lots of professionals sharing their tips and tricks on their journeys to somehow create the elusive concept for themselves. We call bullshit. It doesn’t exist. And trying to achieve it is a distraction from other things that can actually make […]
Millennials often get the ‘short end of the stick,’ and understandably. We’ve forced chain restaurants to go out of business, are to blame for the avocado shortage (because of our love for avocado toast, of course), and are screwing the housing system because we can’t afford to buy homes. We’ve even been labeled as “psychologically scarred.” […]
Welcome to another edition of Your Biz, Your Town! On last week’s show, we featured three amazing local businesses who are doing awesome things in our community! CJ Devries with GR Now, Jill Hulswit with Purely, and Phil Fisher with OnSite Wellness all offered updates. Your Biz, Your Town is a monthly segment on the […]
Finding the right job can be a challenge. Ideally, people are able to find a position that aligns with their skills within a culture that feels comfortable. But, just like any relationship, it’s always 50/50. The candidate needs to evaluate if the company and position are a good fit, just as much as the company […]
The field of journalism has changed a lot in recent decades. New platforms, increasing citizen journalism and social media are ever-changing, and at the same time, how and where people digest news is also constantly evolving. But, one concept remains the same; words matter. As communications practitioners, we have the responsibility to keep up to […]
Sometimes it’s really hard to stay focused, stay organized, and stay on task. When this happens, it’s hard to be productive. Don’t worry, it happens to the best of us and when those Monday-like days strike, you might need more than an extra cup of coffee to get back on track. Don’t let unorganized files […]
