Young PR Pros is on the hunt for an assistant producer

Young PR Pros is a podcast for the young and young-at-heart public relations, communications and marketing professional looking to build and advance their careers. The podcast is hosted by Kristine D’Arbelles, Julia Kent and Ross Simmonds. Young PR Pros strives Continue reading Young PR Pros is on the hunt for an assistant producer

Young PR Pros: Episode #106 – We Revisit the Topic of Accreditation

In this episode we revisit the topic of accreditation. In episode 100, we talked about a topic that has divided the world of PR and communications for decades: is accreditation worth it? In case you haven’t heard the episode, Ross Continue reading Young PR Pros: Episode #106 – We Revisit the Topic of Accreditation

Young PR Pros: Episode 105 – Communications Moments and Trends in the Federal Election

This episode was recorded a week before federal election day in Canada. In this episode we talk about PR moments that caught our attention during the longest campaign period in Canadian history. Here is a recap of a few trends Continue reading Young PR Pros: Episode 105 – Communications Moments and Trends in the Federal Election

Young PR Pros: Episode #104 – Networking tips for the young professional

In this episode, hosts Kristine D’Arbelles, Julia Kent and Ross Simmonds talk about tips and advice for networking. Our hosts answer common questions like how do you approach a group of people you don’t know? Are business cards really necessary? Continue reading Young PR Pros: Episode #104 – Networking tips for the young professional

Young PR Pros: Episode #103 – The Importance of Real-World Projects in School

So much good news comes with today’s podcast. First, host Kristine D’Arbelles records her first episode with her new baby. He was a good little boy and napped (almost) the entire time of the episode. Second, after almost three years, Continue reading Young PR Pros: Episode #103 – The Importance of Real-World Projects in School

Young PR Pros: Episode #102 – And We are Back, with Tips for Entrepreneurs

Young PR Pros is back from its long break. Where were we you might ask? Kristine D’Arbelles, founder and co-host of Young PR Pros, has been off having an amazing adventure. The adventure of motherhood. Kristine gave birth to a Continue reading Young PR Pros: Episode #102 – And We are Back, with Tips for Entrepreneurs

Young PR Pros: Episode #101 – The Best PR and Communications Campaigns

This week, our hosts Kristine D’Arbelles and Julia Kent welcome on the show for the second episode in the row – Ross Simmonds. Ross is a communications and marketing strategist and entrepreneur. You might know him as @theCoolestCool on Twitter. Continue reading Young PR Pros: Episode #101 – The Best PR and Communications Campaigns

Interviews with speakers at #Connect2Success2015

Our host and roving reporter Kristine D’Arbelles attended the University of Ottawa Public Relations Association (uOPRA) conference Connect 2 Success. The one-day conference brought together professionals from all industries of PR and communications to talk about what young professionals need Continue reading Interviews with speakers at #Connect2Success2015

Young PR Pros: Episode #100 – Does Accreditation Help the PR and Communications Industry?

This week, our hosts Kristine D’Arbelles and Julia Kent record their 100th episode. Young PR Pros wants to thank our guests, listeners and anyone who has helped spread the word about our podcast. We hope we can continue to share Continue reading Young PR Pros: Episode #100 – Does Accreditation Help the PR and Communications Industry?

Young PR Pros: Episode #99 – Refreshing your Career

Are you victim of routine? Do you feel like your career isn’t moving? Maybe it is time to refresh your career. In episode 99, our hosts Kristine D’Arbelles and Julia Kent take inspiration from IABC’s Communication World. In the March Continue reading Young PR Pros: Episode #99 – Refreshing your Career