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Olive
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Cary, North Carolina
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How did your communications degree help you build the professional network and brand presence needed to succeed in event planning, and what tools or platforms do you find most effective for reaching high-end clients?
I am a 12th grader from Cary NC. I plan to attend Elon University in the fall, majoring in communications. I am super excited and am in the process of exploring career paths I can persue with a communications degree.
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Eddy Kroeze
Quality Management in an IT Business environment
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Hengelo, Overijssel, Netherlands
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Eddy’s Answer
Hi Olive,
Altough I do not have a degree on communications (apart from learn on the job) .... nor have event planning experience.
As platform you may find it usefull to signing up into LinkedIn. Here you can give in your interests and build a network with other professionals.
Success with your studies and future career.
Altough I do not have a degree on communications (apart from learn on the job) .... nor have event planning experience.
As platform you may find it usefull to signing up into LinkedIn. Here you can give in your interests and build a network with other professionals.
Success with your studies and future career.
Valerie C
Communications and Community Impact
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West Chester, Pennsylvania
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Valerie’s Answer
Hi Olive,
I majored in Music and minored in Communications, and like most students, I found that every university experience is unique.
I’m someone who learns best by doing, so I made the most of my internships and summer jobs that allowed me to explore different areas within the communications field. I intentionally sought out a variety of experiences—one internship was with a TV station (ABC), while another was with a nonprofit. That’s where I discovered that nonprofit work offered the most hands-on experience and the chance to build strong connections.
Working at a PR agency is another great way to gain exposure, grow your network, and sharpen your skills early in your career.
As a student, I highly recommend setting up informational interviews with professionals in roles that interest you. These conversations are a great way to learn about different career paths and start building your network.
Wishing you the best of luck on your journey!
I majored in Music and minored in Communications, and like most students, I found that every university experience is unique.
I’m someone who learns best by doing, so I made the most of my internships and summer jobs that allowed me to explore different areas within the communications field. I intentionally sought out a variety of experiences—one internship was with a TV station (ABC), while another was with a nonprofit. That’s where I discovered that nonprofit work offered the most hands-on experience and the chance to build strong connections.
Working at a PR agency is another great way to gain exposure, grow your network, and sharpen your skills early in your career.
As a student, I highly recommend setting up informational interviews with professionals in roles that interest you. These conversations are a great way to learn about different career paths and start building your network.
Wishing you the best of luck on your journey!