In my frequent conversations with college students or recent grads, the need for this type of advice exchange is clear.
I kicked things off on my twitter account @MissSuccess and hope you will join me in sharing your wisdom and spreading the word about this digital initiative.
The goal is for the hashtag to spread and inspire young publicists and also serve as a way for all of us in the industry to connect with one another. So whenever something a great piece of PR or career advice crosses your mind, share it using the hashtag: #AdviceForYoungPublicists.
Here are some of the 10 best nuggets of public relations advice that have been shared so far:
Do not undervalue your services, if you do not place a high value on them no one else will either #AdviceForYoungPublicists
— Tara Dowdell (@MsTaraDowdell) February 11, 2015
Build/nurture relationships BEFORE you need them. Because it isn’t “networking” if it’s “not working” 4 both of u #AdviceForYoungPublicists
— Sakita Holley (@MissSuccess) February 11, 2015
Also keep a folder/build a portfolio of your accomplishments. It’s a great reminder when you’re feeling down! #AdviceForYoungPublicists — Mercy Bae-coup (@MercyC) February 11, 2015
#AdviceForYoungPublicists read, watch, listen! You can develop much better pitches if you’re informed on the journalist’s previous work. — Whitney Stringer PR (@WhitneyPREvents) February 11, 2015
Data is your friend. Don’t do things just to do them, measure and tweak your efforts. #AdviceForYoungPublicists
— Adrienne Sheares (@SocialMediaDC) February 11, 2015
#AdviceForYoungPublicists automation is not your friend. (Please share other tips, h/t @MissSuccess)
— PRNewser (@PRNewser) February 11, 2015
#AdviceForYoungPublicists Don’t be obnoxious. Create real relationships with journos. Earn their respect. #PR @Cision — Chuck Grothaus (@CGrothaus) February 11, 2015
#AdviceForYoungPublicists don’t work in a silo. Be sure to collaborate with marketing & advertising teams for optimal results. — PRWeb (@prweb) February 11, 2015
#AdviceForYoungPublicists Join professional groups and learn how network with other industry professionals.
— Tamantha L. Garcia (@_Jazziness) February 11, 2015
Learn how to write well across different mediums: from pitch emails and press releases to creative content. #AdviceForYoungPublicists
— Sakita Holley (@MissSuccess) February 11, 2015