Final 10 Things
- 1. 10 Things I learned in PR PracticumAllison SchlumperPR 3711
- 2. 1. ResumeI learned how to put a resume together, what to add and leave out of a resume, and what employers look for in a resume.
- 3. 2. Etiquette I learned what examples of proper etiquette are. I got some great information on what to do at certain dinners and lunches and what is the proper way to act.
- 4. 3. DressHow you dress to an interview or meeting is very important. We learned about the dos and don’ts in what to wear in certain environments.DODON’T
- 5. 4. Job searchI learned that in order to find a job, you have to be persistent and follow up on your interview. Thank you notes always help and you have to stand out (in a good way).
- 6. 5. InterviewInterviews are an essential part in any job process. We learned how to answer certain question, what to bring, and how to prepare for an interview.
- 7. 6. PortfolioThroughout the semester, we talked a great deal about our portfolios. I learned how to create mine, what the best pieces to put in a portfolio are, and how to present your own portfolio.
- 8. 7. LinkedInWe were all required to create a LinkedIn profile for this class. I found this very helpful because I now have at least 20 connections (and counting), and I think it is a great networking tool, especially for PR majors.
- 9. 8. PR Trade BookWe all picked a PR trade book to read and present to the class. I learned a lot from all of the presentations which varied from marketing to PR to event planning. I wrote down multiple titles and am looking forward to reading some of the books that we discussed in the future.My trade book:
- 10. 9. Informational InterviewPam Corbett was the PR professional that I interviewed for this class. It was interesting to talk to her and find out more information on a different side of PR that she worked with (PR with a Marketing/Communications slant)
- 11. 10. Last but NOT least…Overall, this class taught me how to prepare for life after college. I got a better idea of how to interview and prepare for the job search in general. I believe this class will help me to be a better PR professional in the future.