24 Ways To De-Stress During A Challenging Semester

Spring break is over and the end-of-semester push is happening. It's getting busy and you're getting stressed! At least once per day, you need to de-stress from your crazy schedule.  Here's some of my recommendations to clear your mind:

1. Go to the gym.  Even if it's just for 30 minutes, it will be good for your mind and health.
2. Go for a run.  Get some fresh air and go for a run around your neighborhood or around campus. Take your dog, too!
3. Take a yoga or pilates class.  Super relaxing!
4. Indulge in some shopping, online shopping, or window shopping if need be.  Any form of shopping is time well spent.
5. Catch up on your TV faves.  The Bachelor and the Real Housewives are fan favorites.
6. Spend some time on Netflix.  Watch whatever your heart desires!
7. Play with your dog.  Your puppy loves you. Show him or her some love.
8. Bake some cookies or sweets.  They'll last a few days, it's worth it.
9. Take a bubble bath.  Get some scented bubble bath to make it exciting.
10. Go get fro-yo!  Doesn't matter what the weather is like, it's always good.
11. Read the latest issue of Cosmo.  There's so much you need to know.
12. Do some spring cleaning.  You will feel super organized and clean afterwards.
13. Watch a new makeup tutorial.  Use the tips on yourself to feel more confident tomorrow.
14. Get your nails done. You will do more with perfect nails.
15. Get a massage.   Get rid of your knots. Being too tense is no good!
16. Reorganize your room or dorm.  This is super fun and worthwhile.
17. Spend time with your friends.  Have a girls night out and catch up on the latest gossip in your inner circle.
18. Do some basic exercises and stretches.  You will feel much better. You need to stretch after sitting at a desk for several hours.
19. Organize your closet.  This will remind you just how FAB your wardrobe is.
20. Play a game on your tablet.  Your mind is distracted and stress-free when you are focused on winning.
21. Dance it out!  Go to a club or just dance in your room.
22. Have some wine.  Need I say more?
23. Go nuts on Pinterest.  Plan your fantasy life. Have a blast!
24. Watch a funny movie and laugh!  Seriously, laughing is so good for your health.

Keep calm and de-stress!
XO

5 Things You Must Do Now To Get Your First Job After College

For college seniors, graduation is right around the corner.  That means it's time to start searching for jobs!  In only a few short weeks, it will be time to enter the real world.  I advise you to prepare yourself now for what is to come.  Here is my advice to best prepare for post-graduation life:

1. Start exploring different industries and companies to see which are an ideal fit for you.  Read up on their mission, values and products or services.  Select your top picks and start looking for jobs and contacts!  Consider the location, commute, opportunity for growth within the company and your qualifications and capabilities. 

2. Perfect your resume.  Make your resume as relevant, clear and organized as possible on only one page.  List your education, experience, special skills and accomplishments.  Highlight all of your achievements.  Include numerical information and write detailed points under your internship and work descriptions.  If you have done multiple internships, including those logos under 'experience' in a straight line would be a nice touch and grab an employer's attention.  Make sure to have a few people review your resume and provide tips before sending it out.  Save it as a PDF when applying to jobs so that original fonts are not changed and no one can alter it. 

3. Update your LinkedIn.  First off - if you don't have one, create one NOW.  If you have one, remain active and make sure you utilize all of its features.  Use LinkedIn to include links and documents of sample writing pieces, articles and projects.  Upload a current, professional picture and update your headline, if needed.  I recommend going on daily to stay connected and look for jobs or networking events.

4. Establish an online presence - aside from social media.  Brand yourself in as many ways possible!  Showcase your writing skills by creating a blog or brag about your achievements in an online portfolio or website.  You can even contribute content to an online magazine or publication, or make a YouTube channel and upload videos doing something you love and are good at.   

5. Explore these career sites for career advice, job opportunities and inspiration: Ms. Career Girl, Career Girl Network, Daily Worth, Life After College and She Takes On The World.  Ms. Career Girl and She Takes On The World are particularly inspiring for a career-oriented collegiate, so I definitely encourage you to investigate what they have to offer! 

Summer 2015 Public Relations Internships in NYC to Apply for NOW!

Summer break is less than two months away, so now is the time to start looking and applying for internships! I will continue to share new internship postings with you as they come available. Two weeks ago I shared a few internships in New Jersey, so this time I am sharing NYC-based ones. These are all public relations internships. I'll share different concentrations each time. I encourage you to look into them further and apply as soon as possible! Best of luck in your search and continue to look for new listings every few days.  

Rodale

Women's Health 

June-August 2015

PAID

Responsibilities: Assist in all aspects of the magazine including editorial, online, events and business.  More specifically, circulate all press materials, calculating impressions, creating media lists of contacts in multiple industries, pitching stories and events to various outlets, assisting at any brand events, and gathering products and staffing TV segments.  

Apply

Kate Spade & Company

Emphasis on corporate culture

Provides a strong foundation for entry-level candidates in the fashion industry

Responsibilities: Work on short term ad-hoc departmental project work in the PR department, shadow the intern manager to understand the daily workings of the department, attend weekly intern meetings and be an active participant in discussions and present a summer-long project to the executive team in a 5 minute presentation at the conclusion of the internship. 

Apply 

SONY Corporation of America
Corporate Communication & Public Affairs Department

PAID 

Responsibilities: Assist with compilation and distribution of daily clips, pitch story ideas and write articles for company newsletter, proofread and draft press materials for Sony Wonder Technology Lab, update media databases, and support Corporate Communications team producing internal Speaker Series event.  

Apply 

PMK-BNC

One of the largest entertainment marketing companies in NY & LA that represents the world's biggest stars - celebrities, athletes, producers, authors and more. 

Requirements: Work with teams to gain real-world hands on experience, learn influential communication, marketing and PR strategies, attend meetings and dive into the marketing/PR realm and collaborate with other interns to develop and present a group project to executive and senior level management. 

Apply

Quinn & Co. PR
Quinn is a lifestyle public relations agency with global impact. 

This program is design for candidates who feel strongly about working in public relations - travel, wine, food and real estate. 

PAID

Responsibilities: Write the first draft or press releases and pitches, build media lists, conduct select media outreach and research, provide administrative support to account teams as needed.
Apply

Check back soon.  More to come!!

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