Author: Elizabeth Davenport

10 Things I Learned from PRLab

By: Julliet Zhou, Account Supervisor at PRLab  March 4, 2019 I started my journey with PRLab as an AE in fall 2018. I worked on the Ben & Jerry’s account team with three other amazing AEs. Our focus was the Ben & Jerry’s store on Newbury Street. We helped the store create an “Ice-Queen” campaign, […]

Tips to Maintain a Healthy Work-Life Balance as a PR Professional

By Amy Rivera, Account Supervisor at PRLab March 4, 2019  Have you ever seen someone at work that looks put together, stress-free and energetic, and wondered—Is that real?! Don’t worry, you’re not looking at a mirage. You’re looking at a healthy work-life balance, and it definitely exists. It can be hard to believe with the […]

Six PR Tips for Social Media

By: Nina Pucci, Account Supervisor for PRLab February 22, 2019 Social networks are door openers for companies aiming to increase relations with their audiences. On one hand, these platforms enables companies to better understand their audience, and more specifically, their desires, goals, and needs. To establish a closer relationship with them, companies use social networks […]

How has the Bachelor Nation managed to stay relevant?

By Apryl Hsu, Account Supervisor at PRLab Endless gossip, roses, tears, and unforeseeable turns. Whether you have watched The Bachelor or not, you’ve heard the name. Few shows can last 23 seasons with millions of viewers gathering with their friends every Monday night, but The Bachelor proves a unique relevance that we cannot resist. So, […]

What Type of Communicator are You?

By: Yuki Gu, Account Supervisor at PRLab If you are looking to improve your communication skills, but don’t know where to start, look no further. This is for you. “What’s the greatest advice I can give? Develop excellent communication skills. – Julie Sweet (CEO of Accenture)” Communication skills are critical for professional growth, but there […]

Is Influencer Marketing Really Worth It?

By: Kathy Chen, Account Supervisor at PRLab “Are you good with social media?” That is the first question I’m asked on job interviews these days. Companies make it seem like a prerequisite when hiring a PR person. Indeed, many companies are using social media and online influencers to promote brands or products. For those who […]

How the Super Bowl Continues to Make Its Mark in Media

By: Vivian Kasparian, Account Supervisor There are two types of people when it comes to the biggest sporting event of the year, the Super Bowl. First, there are those who sit on the same corner of the couch, wearing their slightly small, unwashed jersey and hoping their superstitions help their favorite team win the Super […]

Differences between Nonprofit and Corporate PR

PRLab’s Goodwill account team with James Harder, Director of Communications at Morgan Memorial Goodwill Industries, at a client event (photo courtesy of Goodwill Boston via Facebook). By: Olivia Zed, Account Supervisor for PRLab  November 12, 2018 When considering potential career options after graduation, students of public relations are often guided down one of two paths: […]

Time Management 101

By: Lexi Smith, Account Supervisor at PRLab  November 5, 2018 As both PR professionals and college students are aware, sometimes it feels as though there just isn’t enough time in the day. Whether you’re running to classes, writing papers, and studying for tests, or researching a client, writing press releases, and prepping an executive for […]