The interesting aspect of PR to me is the how communication is initiated. Being a PR professional can range in tasks that dip into the marketing waters of corporate america or that deal with a small town community park system. Communication is evident in an task in PR, the difference is how each form of communication starts. I will discuss briefly on three videos of interviewed alumni from UW-Whitewater who are now in the "real world."
Lynnette Hulgan discusses her job duties and much of what relates back to PR and event planning. I think it's interesting to see how communication plays a crucial role in the success of her business endeavors. Sending out the various communication tools that PR professionals use is the first form of communication. To understand the passion she has for PR watch the full video: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ax1agT4OOHc
Jenna Darling explains how social media is becoming the new trend for PR professionals. The basic principles of communication still apply but with social media platforms such as Twitter and Facebook, the masses feel the message is personally directed toward them. To gain some insight on the new trends watch: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=_Yh2JwEuvn8
Brian Kohlmann is the definition of hard work paying off in the form of great success. The intensity of his passion was recognized by a company in Lake Tahoe, California. They presented him with a great honor of being a keynote speaker. Communication was initiated through the client first this time, however Kohlmann communicated the proper skill set for the companies success. To be inspired click on the link: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=mU6z0LJ9Qzg
