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April 2, 2013

4 Tips To Set Your Mind At Ease

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Bailey Buckingham Blogger Biography

 

 

 

 

It’s easy to underestimate how stressful life can get, and that’s exactly what I did before this semester started. If you are like me and you have a job, sometimes it is hard to leave your work at work. I am now working full time, married, and going to school. I decided that I was going to work more and still be a student because I figured it wouldn’t change that much. I was totally wrong. I’ve found myself struggling to do homework, constantly thinking about work, and never doing laundry. It is such an easy cycle to get stuck in if you don’t take the time to plan out a strategy to pull yourself out. Here are some suggestions I have for you to ease your schedule.

1. Cut Back

For me, the first step was cutting back five hours of work. For some of you, I know that isn’t plausible, but for me that is what I needed to do. It made a big difference for my schedule. If you can’t cut back on hours, make yourself a designated time each week for you to have “me” time.

2. Shut It Down

Next, I stopped checking my e-mails after five o’clock every evening. It made me anxious when I read all of the group employee e-mails that are constantly sent throughout the night, so I decided I had to stop myself. There is nothing so important that should make me feel anxious even when I am sitting on my couch in my home.

3. Homework Time

Each day I give myself twenty minutes to get a little bit of homework done. It doesn’t allow me to get all of it done in one night, but it allows me to get enough done every night so that I don’t have to stress and do it all in one day.

4. Enjoy

The most important advice I can give is to enjoy what you have. It wasn’t until yesterday when my husband and I went to the park that I realized I haven’t been doing this. I was lying in the grass with my eyes closed listening to the birds and feeling the breeze and I realized that is what life is about.

“Rise up like the sun, labor till the work is done.” That’s a quote from the Killer’s song, “Be Still.” Listen to it below. It is a great song to make you realize life isn’t about your job, it’s about those moments when you get to breathe in the air and feel the breeze in your hair.

Remember to take moments to yourself to really enjoy life and let go of unnecessary stress.

 

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March 10, 2013

Working in Public Relations

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Tiana Bouma Blogger Biography

 

 

 

 

Public relations is a growing field, it is estimated that the industry will grow 23% by 2020. I recently returned from a public relations internship in Washington D.C. with Edelman, an international public relations firm. I learned quite a bit about working in the field while at Edelman and wanted to pass along some of the most helpful knowledge, which can help in any student internship or job after (or during) college.

Tip 1: Ask Questions

I know that sounds cliché, but if you are given an assignment and you aren’t entirely sure about the perimeters in which you should do it, make sure to ask questions. It is better for both you and your supervisors if you fully understand the assignment so that it doesn’t need to be redone.

Ask Questions

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Tip 2: Gain Work Experience

If you want to get a job in a PR agency, make sure to identify the agencies you would like to work for and approach them about work experience opportunities.

Public Relations Workers

Photo © Mike Bako

Tip 3: Understand The Media

Watch the news, read newspapers, and read online news. Understand the differences between all news shows and watch other channels beside the ones you like.

Wall Street Journal Newspaper Media

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Tip 4: Become A Social Media Expert

Public relations and media are an ever-changing landscape, it is essential to understand the social media aspects of it now. Facebook, Twitter, and blogs are the new gateway to mainstream media.

Social Media Pages

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Tip 5: Have A Digital Footprint

Potential employers search Google and social media websites for new hires. Make sure to have a clean footprint that will tell the company about you. A blog is a good place to start, but if that is too much, then try starting a Twitter or LinkedIn.

Blogging Digital Footprint

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Don’t be afraid to get out there, be creative in getting potential employers’ attention. If you want to work in public relations badly enough, then you will find a way to stand out from the crowd.

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March 7, 2013

5 Tips for Planning Spring Break

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Sylwia Baran Blogger Biography

 

 

 

 

Put your studying on pause for a second and start planning for Spring Break! The sooner you book your trip, the sooner you can go back to focusing on school. Plus, having a trip to look forward to will give you great incentive during midterms!  Here are my top five tips to consider while planning your spring break.

Spring Break in Sand with Sunglasses

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1. Research

When choosing a hotel or resort for your Spring Break trip, research each place thoroughly.  Read the reviews people have posted about the hotel/resort on TripAdvisor.com and consider all of the different places in the area before booking your trip.

2. Book Early

If you’re planning a trip that requires a flight and/or hotel rooms, plan your trip early on and book well in advance of Spring Break.  Usually, sites like Expedia.com and Orbitz.com offer lower prices when booking early. Plus, you don’t want to wait until last minute because you’re not the only college student in the country going on Spring Break at that time and hotels and flights get booked up quickly.

3. Package Deals

Don’t book your flights and hotel separately. It is usually less expensive if you book your hotel and flight in a package deal through sites like Expedia.com. If you’re planning a trip to Mexico or any Caribbean place, check out CheapCarribean.com for some great packaged deals. They also offer great all-inclusive packages so that you don’t have to worry about wasting money on food during your trip.

4. Share Rooms

Going with a larger group can really benefit you all. When booking your hotel room, book a room with two double beds or any room that sleeps four. If you and your friends don’t mind sharing a room, the trip can be much cheaper for all of you. The more people splitting the cost of the room, the less you each pay.

5. Find Free Activities

Just because it’s a vacation doesn’t mean you need to empty your wallets! Type the city you will be in during your Break into Google.com and the words “free activities” and you’re bound to find something fun you can do for free. You can keep busy and have fun and still hold onto your money.

Spring Break Group of Friends Playing Volleyball on the Beach

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Keep these tips in mind and get to booking!

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January 9, 2013

Spring Semester Reminders

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Angelina Bossone Blogger Biography

 

 

 

 

If you haven’t started spring semester yet, then you will be soon enough. You made it half way through this school year and should be relieved! However, don’t forget that this second half is just as important as the first.

Here are a few reminders for this upcoming college semester:

1. Stay Focused

Often times, you figure you have the swing of things by the first semester and that the second one will be a piece of cake – this is NOT always true. Be cautious and know that even though you may have had success last semester, it is not guaranteed this time. In fact, I notice my grades are always higher fall semester. Try to keep focused and motivated.

College Classroom of Students Focusing

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2. Get Prepared

No more staying up late and sleeping in – fix your sleeping habits now. Buy all the supplies you need and order/buy your books in advance. Make a daily routine to help time management and to help get your schedule up and going.

Prepared College Student Girl Thumbs Up with Laptop

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3. Course Choice

It may be too late to pick courses for this semester, but keep in mind options for the next course registration. Your major and graduation requirements always come first, but make sure to also take classes that just sound interesting to you or that could advance you in the field you want to pursue. Make your transcript stand out for future employers. It is also important to not OVER-DO it and take too many challenging classes. You don’t want to burn yourself out or hurt your GPA. Sometimes it is okay to take a class for a GPA boost.

A+ grade for class score

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Whatever this new semester brings, be ready and be enthused so you can tackle any obstacle that comes your way. Good luck!

 

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December 27, 2012

Start Off The New Year Right!

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Angelina Bossone Blogger Biography

 

 

 

 

This is it, we are in our last week of 2012! This year went by fast and now it’s time for a new year. Maybe you had the best year of your life or even the worst year. Either way, it is time for a fresh new start! Here are some ways to welcome in 2013 to make sure you are off to a good start!

01. Purge

I don’t mean your usual quick clean, I mean a deep clean of every corner. You would be surprised how clutter can impact your mood. Dust, throw out old papers, donate old clothing, organize belongings and make room for all the new stuff you will accumulate over the year. Starting the new year off clean will help make you feel fresh and in control of your surroundings.

Girl Cleaning the House

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02. Resolution

Make a SMALL resolution that you know you can stick to. It’s great to have big aspirations, but this will decrease the likelihood of completing your goal and you can easily become discouraged. Instead, make a smaller short-term goal like walking five minutes every day around the neighborhood (instead of saying you will get in shape) or decrease your bad habits by less (instead of saying you will quit cold turkey). Having a specific concrete goal will be easier to reach.

Written Resolutions

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03. Memories

I am sure we have all had not so fond experiences this year, but this new year means it is time to let go of all those negative memories. Reflect on all the good memories that were important to you. Go into the new year with a good attitude and remember this year to focus on being positive.

Male Thinking and Reflecting Positively

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04. Traditions

To make your New Year’s Eve and New Year’s Day feel special, create new AND stick to old traditions. Go somewhere fun, or have loved ones come visit you. Make it an annual tradition and get creative along the way to incorporate new ones.

New Years Eve Party New York City with Carson Daly

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05. Improvement

Even if you had a great year and are happy with how things are, take a second to think about it and you will realize there is room for improvement at least in one area of your life. Reflect on things you want to change and how you think you could change them to make a better year than last.

Girl flexing arm and showing off improved muscles

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I hope all of these ideas help you ring in 2013 with a bang! Happy New Year! What will you be doing, tell us in the comments below!

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