My First Blog Post at Konnect PR!
April 19, 2012 5:43pmGreetings from this Los Angeles public relation firm’s newest employee! I’m Shannon, the new social media assistant here at Konnect Public Relations. I am currently right in the midst of my second week on the job, and I am happily settling in and finding my groove. I’ll admit, familiarizing myself with multiple clients as well as updating all of their social media while getting to know all the girls was a little intimidating at first. Now almost finishing up my second week, I can juggle multiple clients and have found out exactly how to moderate my time. One of the perks of working in social media is always being in the know. With clients ranging from baby gear, to cookware, to vegan snacks, I definitely can say I have gained a plethora of knowledge.
One client has been particularly beneficial to research in regards to a current “situation” or problem, I’ve been facing. A new job can be stressful, not to mention driving in LA traffic on a daily basis, and being a 20-something new to Los Angeles. I don’t know about you, but when I stress, my skin hates me for it. Luckily for me the BeWell Expo is coming to Los Angeles in September, and you can bet I’ve been picking up on some great skin care tips and product suggestions while marketing for them. I can’t wait for the actual event!
Skin issues aside, I am elated to be working for a public relations agency like Konnect PR. Everyone has been more than welcoming, and it is so refreshing to share creative ideas with like-minded people on a daily basis. I am extremely excited for what lies ahead. You will definitely be hearing more from me. Did I mention the window behind my desk is a lovely 6th story view of the Downtown Los Angeles city-scape? However, I believe it is the view from the front of my desk that is more worth mentioning..
xo
Shannon
Ever Wonder What’s on the Wish List for an LA Publicist?
December 14, 2011 6:36pmWell today is your lucky day! Here at Konnect PR we are all very much a part of the holiday season, so much so that you can hear various Pandora holiday stations echoing throughout our pink offices. While we have a solid week left of work, that didn’t stop this multitasking LA publicist from rounding up the most desired gifts from the lovely ladies here at our office. Check out the top gifts we want most this season:
1. Ranking in as the most expensive and highly desired gift, one LA Publicst dreams of one day owning Dylan McKay’s Porche Speedster. A girl can dream, can’t she? She sure can!
2. & 3. What no publicist should be without: fabulous pair(s) of shoes! Check out these adorable boots from Steve Madden and these classic beauties from Anthro!
4. When you’re making the rounds at a holiday party, attending a client meeting or pitching away, every LA Publicist knows an eye popping manicure is a must. Look at these dazzling shades desired for the season!
5. The gift of time! Well, kind of…a fabulous golden Michael Kors watch will do the trick!
6. & 7. Bags Galore! For the bag lovers of the office–this gorgeous Alexander Wang will definitely turn heads while this classic Tory is a must for the season!
8. As a first timer to New Yawk for the season, one LA Publicist can’t seem to live without these practical and very convenient Kate Spade mittens!
9. And last but not least…what LA Publicist wouldn’t want a beautiful business card holder for our signature pink business cards?
What’s on YOUR list this season?
Jenne xx
Thanksgiving Is Only a Week Away
November 17, 2011 6:26pm7 days left and counting until this LA publicist’s favorite holiday of the year. Every year I look forward to Thanksgiving because it is that wonderful time of year when I get to spend quality time with my family and enjoy tons of delicious food. We are even having our own little Thanksgiving feast here at Konnect PR and we are planning to go all out with a turkey, stuffing, mashed potatoes, pumpkin pie, cranberry sauce and sparkling apple cider.
Everyone here at Konnect PR wishes you a…
**Gyna**
LA Publicist Cracks UP…Literally
November 10, 2011 5:59pmOne of our daily tasks working at a pr agency is to research media outlets and find potential features that would be a good fit for our clients. While I was busy working on this task, I came across something that I felt obliged to share with everyone here at Konnect PR.
Want to know what made everyone at this pr agency go “AWWWWW!” See for yourself….
Isn’t this the cutest picture ever!!? Not only does it mention one of my favorite Pixar movies of all time, “Up,” but the little boy in this picture is a spitting image of the old man, Carl, from the movie (except about 70 years younger). This LA publicist absolutely loves this picture! So much so, that whenever I am having a down moment, I pull up this picture and I crack a smile.
Check out the other pictures and the full article at
**Gyna**
An LA Publicist On Broken iPads (aka Magazines)
November 9, 2011 6:50pmTo all you parents with little ones out there- This LA Publicist recently came across a study conducted by AVG Security revealing that children today, especially toddlers, are more inclined to navigate a mouse and comprehensively operate a smart phone or tablet before tying their own shoe laces or learning how to ride a bike. While I recognize the very trials and tribulations once faced in taking on such challenges (hence the reason stilettos and boots are staple pieces in my wardrobe- but that’s besides the point), it is no question that this study will generate quite a few ‘gasps’ and puzzled looks from the audience, or will it? It is clear today that the littlest ones in our society today are surpassing us with their online knowledge and proficiency which begs the question: if this is the digital age, what’s next?
Please check out this adorable sticky-fingered tot who thinks that a magazine is a broken iPad. This modern little techie has no patients for our ancient magazines and therefore making it abundantly clear that in her eyes, a magazine is an iPad that doesn’t work. While this LA Publicist will always love flipping through magazines, I can only wonder what the future will bring…or what they will come up with next!
x Jenne
The Winner of The Great Grannyism Cap-Off Contest is Finally Unveiled
October 27, 2011 6:34pmThis LA Publicist is so excited that Sweet Leaf Tea declared the winner of their Great Grannyism Cap-Off Contest this week! Coincidentally the winner, Angela Buraglia, is from Austin which is also the home of Sweet Leaf Tea.
With over 3,000 entries, Angela was selected as one of the top 5 entries with the most votes and was chosen as the winner by the Sweet Leaf Tea team. As such she will get her Grannyism – “A watched pot never boils.” – placed on the bottom of Sweet Leaf Tea bottle caps everywhere as Grannyism #79.
On behalf of everyone here at Konnect PR, we want to say congratulations Angela!
-Gyna
