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| posted: February 15,2013 01:11 PM -- submitted by: Gautam Banthia | |
| Q6: | Dear Sir, I am studying CA, planning to do MBA course. In near future i want to make my own investment bank. Please give me Guidence about this Business, how to start it, risk, expansion, thank you... |
| A6: | Our mission is to serve public relations professionals. We are not able to provide the kind of information you are seeking. Good luck in your class work and your business venture. Regards, Margaret Ann Hennen, APR, Fellow PRSA expert response from: Margaret Ann Hennen, APR, Fellow PRSA |
| posted: February 13,2013 03:38 PM -- submitted by: David B. | |
| Q7: | I am doing research paper on global public relations for my S.I. Newhouse School of Public Communications class. Global PR salaries have been very hard to find and was wondering whether there are any resources I should be looking into or data that you can provide me on this topic? |
| A7: | David, Have you checked the resources Jim Haynes provided previously? I've repeated them here for your convenience. http://www.prdaily.com/Main/Articles/9861.aspx http://www.ehow.com/info_8511665_average-salary-communications-degree.html hhttp://www.ehow.com/info_7910520_average-salary-communications-manager.html http://www.ehow.com/info_12016734_organizational-communications-salary.html Hope that helps. Margaret Ann Hennen, APR, Fellow PRSA expert response from: Margaret Ann Hennen, APR, Fellow PRSA |
| posted: February 6,2013 10:13 AM -- submitted by: Margie | |
| Q8: | I am preparing for an interview for a mid-senior level role at a PR firm. I'm considered very talented, but lack longevity in my past jobs. I am eager and I know I can handle this level of work, but how do I present myself to the execs? Also, how do I handle the question about established media relationships, because I don't have a Rolodex of reporters I've dealt with. Having said that, I've been able to secure meaningful and important coverage in WSJ, etc., using a proactive approach. |
| A8: | Margie, Have you updated your LinkedIn page to include recommendations from managers at your previous positions? This will give potential employers an opportunity to hear about your accomplishments and skill level. You will need to be able to explain lack of longevity. Be sure to be accurate and transparent in your answer. Again, with media and reporter questions, be accurate and transparent. Include the results/articles in your portfolio so you show them to the interviewer. You might also want to discuss the approach you use and why that is effective. Good luck in your job search. Margaret Ann Hennen, APR, Fellow PRSA expert response from: Margaret Ann Hennen, APR, Fellow PRSA |
| posted: February 5,2013 06:20 PM -- submitted by: Erin | |
| Q9: | Hi there, I'm trying to find salary information for a particular PR role -- an Account Director at a small PR agency in Boston. I want to be sure to have accurate research and info, for salary negotiation. Thanks very much! |
| A9: | Erin-- Salaries for people in public relations vary widely from market to market and, of course, salaries also reflect the individual's experience level. The best I can do is to refer you to the following information: http://www.prdaily.com/Main/Articles/9861.aspx http://www.ehow.com/info_8511665_average-salary-communications-degree.html hhttp://www.ehow.com/info_7910520_average-salary-communications-manager.html http://www.ehow.com/info_12016734_organizational-communications-salary.html Hope this helps! expert response from: Jim Haynes, APR, Fellow PRSA |
| posted: January 31,2013 02:41 PM -- submitted by: Jennifer Fry | |
| Q10: | I fear my current marketing asst. position is taking me down a dead end since my supervisor has left the company but hasn't been replaced, so I'm seeking opportunities in PR in Philadelphia but maintaining my current position in Delaware until I find something., It seems that living outside of the area is hindering my chances, though. I'm at the point that I'm considering leaving my job to move to Philly hoping for better luck. Any advice on long-distance job seeking or moving w/o a job secured? |
| A10: | Jennifer— Moving to a different city without having a job lined up would be a gutsy action to take. But unless you have family or good friends in Philadelphia with whom you could stay to reduce your living expenses, I don’t encourage it. Can you take vacation time—or even a leave of absence—from your current position and spend a few days in Philadelphia? You didn’t make it clear whether you would look for a job in public relations or in marketing. Yes, they have a lot in common, but the cast of characters is different for each. If you’re looking for a position in PR, schedule your visit to Philadelphia to allow you to attend a meeting of the PRSA Philadelphia Chapter (See http://www.prsa.philly.org/.) If you go to that site, you’ll find that the chapter has a Job Bank that may be of help. You should try to set up interviews during your visit. You’ll also find a list of the chapter’s Board of Directors. Contact 2-3 of them and ask for 20-minute informational meetings (not interviews) during which you can learn more about opportunities in the Philly market. Ask for names and phone numbers of others whom you can contact, and ask permission to use the name of the person with whom you are meeting. Best of success to you! expert response from: Jim Haynes, APR, Fellow PRSA |
| posted: January 25,2013 02:42 PM -- submitted by: E Simmons | |
| Q11: | I'm currently interning and searching for a public relations specialist position. Last Wednesday, I had an interview. Once it was over, I thanked them (2 people) for their time. They said that they would follow-up with me within the following week. Normally, I send a Thank-You note but it slipped my mind this time. It's been over a week and I still haven't heard anything. Should I send a follow-up email to check-in? They made it clear that they would follow-up, so I hesitate to bother them. |
| A11: | It's never too late to send a thank-you letter. Paper letters are so rare these days that they attract much more attention than emails. So I suggest that forget the email for now and send a letter to each of the interviewers. If the location is convenient, take the letters (in sealed envelopes, of course) to the organization's front desk. Here's hoping for a successful outcome! expert response from: Jim Haynes, APR, Fellow PRSA |
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