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| posted: May 18,2012 04:23 PM -- submitted by: hemendra | |
| Q1: | I have done M.Tech in Control & Instrumentation and B.E. in ECE but right now i am working in a company as "Assistant Officer" in Stores. when i look in Instrumentation deptt. then i found that, in that deppt have not so much growth then compare to Purchase Deptt. but according to my Qualification that job is not suit me. So what should i do ? I want to growth as well as knowledge, and what is future of me in SAP field. please give me suitable advise... |
| A1: | I'm sorry I'm not expert in your field. Good Luck. Thank You. Dr. Joe Trahan,APR,Fellow PRSA expert response from: Dr. Joseph V. Trahan III, APR, Fellow PRSA |
| posted: May 18,2012 04:22 PM -- submitted by: brent dsilva | |
| Q2: | hi i have interest in repairing computers and formatting them, but im nt sure which line too go in computers andfurther more i havent done any computer courses but i beleive im good at computers just can u tell me which path too take and what courses should i go for,,,,,, |
| A2: | I'm sorry I'm a computer expert. Good Luck. Thank You. Dr. Joe Trahan,APR,Fellow PRSA expert response from: Dr. Joseph V. Trahan III, APR, Fellow PRSA |
| posted: May 18,2012 04:21 PM -- submitted by: Janet | |
| Q3: | I'm thinking of applying for a job as an asst. professor of public relations at a public university. The requirements call for a PhD or someone with significant professional experience.I have 30 yrs. of professional experience including broadcasting and public speaking. What educ. courses or skills would I need to learn to become an effective teacher? |
| A3: | I strongly recommend that you join our fantastic PRSA Educators' Academy and enroll in one of our Learning to Teach Workshops. Good Luck! Thank You. Dr. Joe Trahan,APR,Fellow PRSA expert response from: Dr. Joseph V. Trahan III, APR, Fellow PRSA |
| posted: May 18,2012 04:20 PM -- submitted by: Jim B. | |
| Q4: | I have over 25 years experience in Broadcasting and as a Planner/Media Buyer in Central PA. Unfortunately, my two most recent advertising agency employers closed their doors. Therefore, I am on the search once again. Can you recommend any specialized recruiters in this area? Thanks! |
| A4: | I'm sorry I do not know any specialized recruiters in your area.However,I recommend you join and get involved in your local PRSA chapter. Thank You. Dr. Joe Trahan,APR,Fellow PRSA expert response from: Dr. Joseph V. Trahan III, APR, Fellow PRSA |
| posted: May 18,2012 04:18 PM -- submitted by: Anthony | |
| Q5: | I'm a journalist interested in PR. Have 15 yrs' exp. and currently am a nat'l reporter for the largest newspaper in the U.S. Expertise in politics/gov't (nat'l & state) and business (big transportation & airline industries & several Fortune 500 cos.). Often on nat'l TV/radio. Preferred PR tracks: public affairs/gov't & political; crisis & issues mgt/strategic communications. I'd like your opinion on my mkt value, ideall emplyrs to target and how to ensure recruiters that I'd transition smoothly. |
| A5: | Go to any of our great PRSSA Universities and earn a Masters' degree in Public Relations. Thank You. Dr.Joe Trahan,APR,Fellow PRSA expert response from: Dr. Joseph V. Trahan III, APR, Fellow PRSA |
| posted: May 18,2012 04:17 PM -- submitted by: Heather Smith | |
| Q6: | Hello, I'm currently a marketing and communications associate with a nonprofit organization as I complete a year of service with Americorps VISTA. I will be attending graduate school at the Universtiy of Denver part time to pursue my Masters in Public Relations. I'm working to find a job in the Denver area before my year of service ends and I begin taking courses in the winter of 2011. Would you, or anyone be willing to assist me in updating my resume? |
| A6: | Yes please send it to me. Thank You. Dr. Joe Trahan,APR,Fellow PRSA expert response from: Dr. Joseph V. Trahan III, APR, Fellow PRSA |
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