Category Archives: Employment Tips

Hurricanes? You Still Need to Dress for Success ~ and the White House!

Posted on November 1, 2012 by Kate Perrin

From the October issue of “Smart Solutions”, PRofessional Solutions’ e-newsletter: We live in a casual age, but as communicators we know that image is powerful and first impressions are lasting.  Whether you think you’re more creative in jeans and sandals … Continue reading →

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10 Commandments of Career Success for Communicators

Posted on October 23, 2012 by Melanie Jordan

After nearly 20 years of providing public relations professionals to DC area businesses, we know what it takes to build a successful career in communications. Here are our top ten tips to ensure that your career stays on track:   … Continue reading →

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Why Can’t Millennials Get Jobs?

Posted on September 26, 2012 by Kate Perrin

Millennials — people born between 1981 and 2000 – are creative, good at networking and have strong technological skills.  So why can’t they get a job? A survey of 501 hiring managers by Adecco, the human resources consulting company, found … Continue reading →

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Skills Employers Seek But Don’t Find

Posted on September 24, 2012 by Kate Perrin

Last week Nick Schultz of the American Enterprise Institute noted in an op-ed in the Wall Street Journal that while observes focus on the need for science, technology, math and engineering degrees, “considerable evidence suggests that many employers would be … Continue reading →

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Stay Smart and Keep Your Career on Track

Posted on August 10, 2012 by Melanie Jordan

Whether you’re looking to refresh your skills with a workshop or executive certificate, prefer an intensive graduate studies program or hope to garner more respect by obtaining a professional credential, the Washington, DC area is filled with professional development opportunities … Continue reading →

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10 Tips for Developing an Effective PR Portfolio

Posted on July 24, 2012 by Melanie Jordan

PR Portfolios: A Picture is Worth a Thousand Words A portfolio is a career picture book. If you’re a job seeker, use it to let a prospective employer “see” what you’ve done. Why do I need a portfolio? In a … Continue reading →

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7 Free Sites to Host Your PR Portfolio

Posted on July 12, 2012 by Melanie Jordan

A well-organized online portfolio could help you rise to the top of a crowded applicant pool and land a first interview. Should you rely solely on an e-portfolio? No. Never assume a hiring manager has taken the time to view … Continue reading →

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