How Social Media Platforms Prove to be Useful – Part 1
By Danielle Trentin Social media platforms have evolved into becoming a very big part of our culture. They have changed the way people interact with one another, how daily news is received, how businesses attract and gain customers, and much more. Not only do these platforms change these everyday tasks, but each one brings a […]
What Makes a Worthwhile Internship?
By Victoria Perlak (Intern) Mashable recently posted an article, outlining six signs to know if your internship is worth your time. I have only been an intern here for two weeks, but I can already tell that my Fusion PR internship is DEFINITELY worthwhile. Here’s why: 1. You have real responsibilities. I am responsible for […]
The Smart… (TV, Phone, Watch…), Now Home?
By: Caroline P. Wiejak (Intern) In today’s fast paced environment, it seems that almost everything is labeled “smart”. From phones to TV’s, the notion that tech products are “smart” doesn’t instill too much fear, or the notion of it being harmful. Most people I have spoken with find the “smart” aspect convenient, innovative, helpful and […]
Learning with Twitter
By Victoria Perlak (Intern) Twitter is an invaluable tool to the public relations industry, as well as great way to connect with both friends and strangers. But this social media platform has also become a learning tool, a way for college students to actively engage in discussions with other classmates and professors. Professors are using […]
Should your company submit contributed content?
By: Samantha Seymour (Intern) A great way for any company to gain exposure in the media is by taking advantage of contributed content. Contributed content, also called guest posts, are articles or some kind of data contributed by individual users of a website, as opposed to journalists from the publication. Publications have journalists on staff […]
College: Beyond Books and Tests
By: Samantha Seymour (Intern) I can’t think of a better way to top off my senior year at Adelphi University than with an internship at Fusion PR. I’m learning a great deal about public relations each and every day and have new insight for the ongoing debate as to whether or not college actually prepares […]
Reflections on a Winter Internship
By Erica Gossett (Intern) While many people spent their winter break getting some rays in the sun on their vacations, I had the opportunity to intern at Fusion Public Relations. On my arrival, Fusion made me feel very welcome and like I was part of the team. I learned more than I could imagine in […]
Remember When AIM Was Everything?
By Erica Gossett (Intern) Think back to your first encounter with social media. Did you think it at the time that it would turn into a cultural phenomenon? If you’re a millennial, your first encounter with social media was likely with AIM, an online chat service that let users have live conversations with their […]