Article: Careers: Expert Advice - Keith Pillow, VP, Abelson Group.

I just got my first post-graduation job. How can I ensure my career starts on the right foot?

A: Without question, securing that first full-time PR job is an extremely important career step.

The first key to starting your career on a successful path in the industry is to develop and implement a comprehensive strategy for distinguishing yourself from coworkers. This includes matters such as arriving at the office early and then staying later than most of your other colleagues, minimizing the number and length of breaks during the work day, asking intelligent and insightful questions during staff meetings, dressing professionally, and maintaining a sense ...

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