Successful Internship Programs – Part One
How to develop and achieve best results from intern programs by Jane Baxter Lynn, Principal, JBL Strategies www.jblstrategies.com Whether internships are a nightmare or a positive experience depends on the approach taken to hiring and managing interns. If you’re considering hiring interns; already have interns, or have managed them in the past and sworn you’ll
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AWC webinars provide resources and practical advice to help you become a better communicator. AWC puts a new spin on our webinar series with the introduction of Night Owl webinars. Night Owl webinars are recorded versions of popular webinars that can be purchased and viewed any time of day, perfect for those who are not
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New User-Friendly Database
AWC’s membership database is in transition…to benefit you! We are excited to announce that the AWC membership database is moving to a new platform, called MemberSuite, which we believe will be MUCH easier to use – for you as a member, for chapters and for the national staff. Our current membership database platform has elicited
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Make Every Program Count
Association for Women in Communications – Springfield, Ill., Chapter The AWCSpringfield, Ill., Chapter is experiencing tremendous growth. Last year alone, the chapter grew by 40%. While this is an exciting development, it presents a significant challenge to the chapter’s co-vice presidents of programs, Jessie Decker and Robyn Grange. The large group of professionals and students
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AWC Member Premiers Film to Sold-Out Crowds
In popular culture today, there is a surprising lack of powerful female role models for young girls to idolize. In her latest project, AWC member Erin Prather Stafford helps to confront this very issue with the documentary Wonder Women! The Untold Story of American Superheroines. Erin was especially attracted to the Wonder Woman project because
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AWCNJ “Finds Its Magic” at Macy’s Spring Fashion Event
The AWC New Jersey Chapter was thrilled to participate in Macy’s “Find Your Magic Fashion Show Presentation and Challenge” on Sat., March 24, at Macy’s Garden State Plaza in Paramus, NJ. The special event was hosted by TV personality Jill Zarin, former star of Bravo’s “Real Housewives of New York.” One person from each participating
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Successful Internship Programs – Part One
How to develop and achieve best results from intern programs by Jane Baxter Lynn, Principal, JBL Strategies www.jblstrategies.com Whether internships are a nightmare or a positive experience depends on the approach taken to hiring and managing interns. If you’re considering hiring interns; already have interns, or have managed them in the past and sworn you’ll
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AWCNJ “Finds Its Magic” at Macy’s Spring Fashion Event
The AWC New Jersey Chapter was thrilled to participate in Macy’s “Find Your Magic Fashion Show Presentation and Challenge” on Sat., March 24, at Macy’s Garden State Plaza in Paramus, NJ. The special event was hosted by TV personality Jill Zarin, former star of Bravo’s “Real Housewives of New York.” One person from each participating
Start Assembling Your AWC Chapter Awards Nominations
The June 30 deadline for the 2012 Chapter Awards nominations is quickly approaching. Updates to submission guidelines are coming via email in mid-May but you can start selecting your nominees today! If you are a student member or advisor and have missed the deadline for submitting a Student Chapter Awards nomination, we will continue to
AWC Member Premiers Film to Sold-Out Crowds
In popular culture today, there is a surprising lack of powerful female role models for young girls to idolize. In her latest project, AWC member Erin Prather Stafford helps to confront this very issue with the documentary Wonder Women! The Untold Story of American Superheroines. Erin was especially attracted to the Wonder Woman project because
Successful Internship Programs – Part One
How to develop and achieve best results from intern programs by Jane Baxter Lynn, Principal, JBL Strategies www.jblstrategies.com Whether internships are a nightmare or a positive experience depends on the approach taken to hiring and managing interns. If you’re considering hiring interns; already have interns, or have managed them in the past and sworn you’ll
Des Moines Gets Interactive
The AWC Greater Des Moines Chapter used its spring meetings in March and April to become better at interacting. In March, Amanda Morrow, interactive designer at BitMethod in Des Moines, spoke onBuilding Successful Interactive Products by Putting the User First. “Design so the user doesn’t have to think; so the user cannot fail,” Morrow told
Career Matters: Perseverance and Diligence
by Sharina Smith, MSA Perseverance: a steady persistence in a course of action, a purpose, a state, etc., especially in spite of difficulties, obstacles or discouragement. Diligence: a constant and earnest effort to accomplish what is undertaken; persistent exertion of body or mind.* Many of the popular books and speakers on career planning would have
Night Owl Webinars
AWC webinars provide resources and practical advice to help you become a better communicator. AWC puts a new spin on our webinar series with the introduction of Night Owl webinars. Night Owl webinars are recorded versions of popular webinars that can be purchased and viewed any time of day, perfect for those who are not
New User-Friendly Database
AWC’s membership database is in transition…to benefit you! We are excited to announce that the AWC membership database is moving to a new platform, called MemberSuite, which we believe will be MUCH easier to use – for you as a member, for chapters and for the national staff. Our current membership database platform has elicited
@AWCchat Celebrates Six Months!
This May, @AWCchat celebrates six months of providing informative dialogue on communications trends and best practices. AWCchat host Sheila Scarborough has brought a variety of topics to the weekly, one-hour chats, turning the reigns over to some amazing guest hosts who are experts in their fields. Social photography, successful internships, editorial calendars, and securing sponsorships
The Cornell University Chapter of AWC Hosts Claudia Wheatley
By Emilyn S. Teh, Communication Major, Business Minor, Cornell University 2014 The AWC Cornell University Student Chapter hosted Claudia Wheatley, the director of Cornell Press Relations, at its April meeting. The chapter was honored to have her speak to the organization about her media experience and provide valuable advice to students with interests in similar
The 2012 Project Update
The 2012 election season is in full swing, and The 2012 Project continues to get the word out about women running for office in this extraordinary year of opportunity. With filing deadlines past in more than half the states, it’s looking increasingly likely that we’ll see a record number of women running for the U.S.
How to Become a Better Communicator – and a Happier Person
By Jill Muehrcke Many of the keys I’ve discovered about leading a joyous life are the same strategies that have helped me become a better writer. I started seeking these secrets when I quit drinking in 1984 and realized I had to learn to lead a different life. I discuss these techniques in my book
Make Every Program Count
Association for Women in Communications – Springfield, Ill., Chapter The AWCSpringfield, Ill., Chapter is experiencing tremendous growth. Last year alone, the chapter grew by 40%. While this is an exciting development, it presents a significant challenge to the chapter’s co-vice presidents of programs, Jessie Decker and Robyn Grange. The large group of professionals and students
The Intentional Networker Selected as Book of the Year Finalist
ForeWord Book Reviews announced that The Intentional Networker™: Attracting Powerful Relationships, Referrals & Results in Business by Patti DeNucci (published by Rosewall Press) was selected as a finalist for its annual Book of the Year Awards, which will be announced at the American Library Association’s conference in Anaheim, Calif.,in June. DeNucci is owner of DeNucci
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AWC Webinar Series: Invest in yourself! Professional Development to stay on top of the communication trends. May Night Owl Webinar- “Major Gift Fundraising & Grant Writing Tips,” with speakers Ellen Dietz, M.S. and Patience Long. Many organizations depend on financial gifts from generous donors to reach annual budgetary needs. Compelling donors to give, requires
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