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BJ Novak, writer, actor and author, can now add app developer/CEO to his resume. Earlier this month Novak publicly launched his latest endeavor, The List App, after over a year in beta during which it was exclusively available to every Hollywood celeb you’d want as a best friend. The List App is just that – … Keep reading
As a recent college graduate, I am familiar with the bad habits that we can pick up in the world of academia, which might limit our success in the professional world. Here are seven bad habits to shake before landing your first job. Living in a bubble: While you were burying yourself in textbooks in … Keep reading
In the office, I’m known as the Weather Girl. It’s because I’m a weather geek. Glenn “Hurricane” Schwartz and I have something in common (though I’m not prone to wearing bow ties). It’s true that I do seem to be more aware of what’s about to hit us than some people. But it’s not because … Keep reading
This past weekend, I enjoyed my very last games as a Phillies Ballgirl. Man, what a wild ride! While we’re limited to a two-year tenure, these past two years have been chock full of life-changing experiences. I’ve met folks from all walks of life – cancer survivors, firefighters, tourists from around the world – all … Keep reading
Only a few months out of college and into my first “real” job in public relations, I can already say that I’ve been involved in a major PR project from start to finish. With all due respect to my incredible communications professors at Villanova, it wasn’t until being thrown into the fire here at Buchanan … Keep reading
While every public relations firm and client hopes for the best possible outcome from their partnership, even the best laid plans can get derailed. Perhaps it’s a product launch that had been central to the PR strategy, which gets postponed indefinitely, or a major feature story on the company that gets cut from the publication … Keep reading
The other night, I found myself recalling a vivid childhood memory of going to the circus. What really stuck out was not the show itself, but rather an event that followed. As the curtains began to close and the crowd prepared to leave, a young boy sitting next to me started to cry for more. … Keep reading
Media List (mēdēə/ + list/) Practical definition: A contact list of journalists and reporters (normally specific to a certain pitch or release) Real-Life Definition: The task assigned to what I’m willing to wager is 100% of public relations interns Here are four ways I can compare my time as an intern at Buchanan Public Relations … Keep reading
This week’s launch of Microsoft’s long-anticipated Windows 10 has sent us down memory lane. In the last two years, we have been asked to help four or five companies either launch their new business or introduce a new product. With the exception of one (more on that in a minute), these “launches” truly didn’t deserve … Keep reading
Most of you reading this know that Buchanan Public Relations is a dog-friendly office. And while everyone here appreciates canine cuddles, you may not know that about half of us are just as, if not more, obsessed with cats. In fact, I’ve brought my feline friend, Phoebe, into the office on several occasions (I mean, come … Keep reading
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