For many years, educators teamed students with businesses and professionals in order to bridge the gap between education and real life work experience. This took the form of volunteer work, internships, apprenticeships, research projects, and even medical residencies. In the past, this was reserved primarily for medical and technical fields,
Some argue that the public relations field ran its course and others insist PR continues to grow – yet PR is here to stay, and this is simply the new model of PR. Public relations experts teach many brands and public figures how to remain relevant in their fields through
When it comes to public relations, there’s often a line between what IS okay and what SHOULD BE okay. Depending on the issue, that line could be wide, with plenty of gray area open to interpretation. But that’s not always the case, so it’s incumbent on a public figure to
Technology and all its subdivisions remain one of – if not the most – successful sectors of the market. As a culture, people seem more hooked on technology now, than drugs in the 70s. As a result, technology reaps more profit than most other industries. More than even the industry
Once upon a time, when people thought of trendy technology in the business world, a BlackBerry came to mind. Yes, it’s true. But now? – not so much. While BlackBerry revolutionized the fine art of working from anywhere at any time on a phone, it failed to keep up with
Many people start companies to make a quick buck or big bucks. But without good customer relations, this is unlikely to happen. Customers who do not feel valued often move on to other alternatives. As a result, building a customer base represents one obstacle, but keeping customers is the next.
Self-driving cars may seem like some science fiction dream, but there are already companies using the technology in a limited capacity. Automakers are rushing to develop their own brand and hoping to corner the market. The latest contender: General Motors. The American automaker recently purchased Cruise Automation, a San Francisco-based
The Canadian Space Agency (CSA) has issued an RFP for “specialized media monitoring services in order to bring a regional and national dimension to its press review system and to help implement the communications program of the Communications and Public Affairs Directorate.” Work required: Monitor media on a daily basis,
Technology is a double-edged blade for major industries and their public relations. New technology disrupts and often distorts public perception of a product or brand. In the old days, newspapers, ordinary mail and “film at 11” were the mainstay. These kept the period between public engagement and production at fairly
The working conditions of many factories overseas are considered poor by United States standards. Many citizens in the U.S. are aware their t-shirts and laptops were manufactured in circumstances they’d never hope to be in themselves. However, this situation has been very difficult to change. 97% of clothing items sold
