A letter to public relations students
At first, PR might seem like a trying career. If you commit for the long haul, however, you’ll learn that few other professions offer as much as this niche. The outgoing PRSSA veep explains why.
This article was originally published on PR Daily in June 2016.
As many PR pros might prefer—I’ll keep this letter short, sweet and to the point.
A typical PR executive might not be known for making big bucks. Although some vocations—such as software programming or engineering—have more fiscally rewarding entry-level positions, they lack the certain je ne sais quoi that makes PR the best preparatory profession for learners and leaders.
If you haven’t done so already, here’s why you should immerse yourself in a public relations education:
Seeing change through narrative
Many PR pros are perfectly equipped to bring about significant change in the many communities we populate. As ambassadors, we aren’t just members of the working world, we’re a driving force behind trends, cultures and the interpretation of societal issues.
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