IABC is happy to welcome DePaul PROCMN as our newest 2021 - 2022 sponsor of IABC Chicago. Not familiar with the PROCMN program? Learn more below in our interview with Dr. Matt Ragas, associate professor. Q: Tell us a little about the new fully online Master’s in Professional Communication? A: The MA in Professional Communication (PROCMN) is … [Read more...]
Job searching during a global pandemic? Not for the faint of heart.
By: Juston Teach “It’s a global pandemic, you should feel lucky that you are still employed.” If I had a dime for the number of times, I heard that phrase, I wouldn’t need to work. Still, finding a job in the midst of a global pandemic is not only possible, it becomes a journey of self-discovery. There should be no allusions of grandeur. … [Read more...]
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I am a corporate communicator, a global internal communications guru is what I like to call myself. I love what I do. It’s a career that found its way to me. I was a Chicago public school teacher who was presented with a pink slip at the end of the school year. I was tired, burned out and ready for a change. After sharing the news of wanting a … [Read more...]
So you think you can freelance
I meet all kinds of people in my work, and every so often somebody will sidle up to me at, say, a luncheon. “I’ve often thought about freelancing someday,” the person will confide in hushed tones. “What’s it like?” If next month, next week or next year finds … [Read more...]