everyday public relations

Today I learned a lot about the importance of networking in public relations. My Professor, Dr. Russell invited Marian Wells Higgins from the UGA career center to speak to the class today. Although there was a small turnout. For those of us who were there, I think the class was very informative.

Some of the highlights from class:

1.Never underestimate who you know or who your parents know.
2. Ask your contacts for informational interviews, they can really help you figure out what you want to do in the PR world.
3. Most of the jobs out there are not posted so if you are not networking you are missing out on a huge chunk of opportunities.

For more information on how to network check out the UGA Career Center website www.career.uga.edu or for even more detailed information on developing networking skills pick up this book: Little Black Book of Connections by Jeffrey Gitomer. (Fabulous resource that all pr or business people should own!)

Thanks to Dr. Russell and Mrs. Higgins for the great info!