Category Archives: PRofessional Solutions News

I have an ally!  Danielle Aveta wrote in PR News Online “Writing a thank you note after a job interview isn’t an option; it is a requirement. And in PR, a well-written thank you note is crucial—it’s another test of your … Continue reading →

So many talented young pros in our field!  Last month it was the Emerging Leaders Awards from Washington Women in Public Relations (of which PRofessional Solutions, LLC was proud to be a sponsor), and today it is the PRWeek list … Continue reading →

HR Staffs and Recruiters Overlook Qualified Candidates While some businesses can’t find qualified applicants because of shortages in technology, engineering and the like, a survey by Beyond.com found that poor communication prevents some human resource departments from recognizing good candidates … Continue reading →

Forbes contributor Kevin Kruse makes the case in his article, “Temps: 3 Reasons to Hire Them Right Now” for using temporary specialty staff in a proactive way instead of for traditional reasons–maternity leave and medical coverages, filling vacancies, expanding your … Continue reading →

I see many lists of résumé “Do’s and Don’ts” that give advice that doesn’t jibe with my experience, so I was gratified to see the list in PRNews that included some of my top considerations.  Considering that hiring managers generally … Continue reading →

 Matching jobs and temps was safer than playing romantic Matchmaker.  She read that most businesses fold in five years and looked forward to an early retirement! Yet here we are, 18 years later, putting that experience and expertise to use … Continue reading →