Starting a new job straight out of college is exciting, and a little overwhelming. One day I was living in my college house in Delaware with my best friends, and feeling like graduation was the end of the world. Less…
While I continue to tell the stories of clients through my work in PR, my passion for storytelling began at a young age. Ever since I can remember, I read bedtime stories with my parents or listened to the tales…
As I continue my journey at Buchanan Public Relations after a rewarding apprenticeship, I’ve reflected on what this experience has taught me. Whether you’re just beginning your career in public relations or hoping to make the most out of an…
When I was in school, my professors and other experienced mentors my school hosted, encouraged my peers and me to build and use our networks and to make sure to build a professional rapport with industry associates. To be honest,…
Regardless of your industry, networking is a critical part of any job. Whether you love it or hate it, learning best practices when attending a network event will help in your career growth. Recently, I attended a networking event for…
I handle the internship and co-op programs here, and, especially for summer, I get hundreds of resumes for only two open positions. A few weeks ago, AC Lesley wrote a blog post about some major resume mistakes we see: Why…
It’s the most wonderful time of the year! No, not Christmas – March Madness. According to a recent study by Office Team, 32 percent of managers say March Madness activities are not welcomed in the workplace. And while 57 percent…
A few weeks ago, the perfect HARO (Help A Reporter Out, for those of you uninitiated) came through from a very high-level reporter who’s something of a Unicorn at the Buchanan PR offices. Many have pitched her; no one has…
Oh, the things you won’t learn in school. The truth is, your chances of entering a career as a young professional fully prepared and equipped with the precise skill sets expected of your position are unlikely. The world is evolving…
— Blair Kahora Cardinal & Nicole Lasorda Vogue recently posted a story, I Don’t Look My Age and It’s Starting to Get Awkward, and it struck a chord with us; so much so, that we were talking about it for…