Part 5 continues the series of posts taken from my interview by a PR student working on a course paper. Question: What made you decide to go into business for yourself? Answer: I started my PR firm in May 2008 for several reasons. First, it … [Read more...]
Linnie’s Advice to Future Public Relations Professionals, Part 1: About Me
I have many loves, a few of which are staying current within the field of public relations, guiding students and shaping future PR professionals. When a PR student at a four-year institution in North Carolina recently requested an interview with me … [Read more...]
Using Virtual Assistants to Do More with Less
Meet Victoria and Thomas. Both are college professors. Both have families, active social lives and calendars full of civic obligations. Both of them are incredibly busy at work. However, one is thriving, and one is drowning. Victoria is thriving. … [Read more...]
Why I Started My Company
I was asked recently why I started my company. It was an interesting exercise to put my reasons into words. And the conversation only reaffirmed why I am so glad I established my company. … [Read more...]
16 Steps to Establishing Your Own Business
There are many different business models and ideas and approaches to establishing your own business. Before establishing my company, I read many books and online articles. Afterward, I was ready to get started and, in the words of Nike, just do it! … [Read more...]