Making sense of what matters /  by Jasmine Tate

If you’ve ever sang along to a song written or performed by a black artist

If you’ve ever celebrated a touchdown, putt, shot, home run or score from a black athlete

If you’ve ever quoted words from a black poet, speaker or author

If you’ve ever felt feelings for a member of the black community you know that

Black Lives Matter.

Say it, write it, post it or don’t, but know that it is true.

You saying it doesn’t make it more true.

You not saying it doesn’t make it less true.

It is the truth and although the words coming from your mouth or being displayed on your page or story or paper doesn’t make it more or less true here’s what it does…

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Jasmine's Journey: Life after loss /  by Jasmine Tate

For 363 days a year I tell myself to be strong and grateful. Sometimes I have tough days and moments, but I pull myself together and move forward. Every year on April 21 and Mothers Day I give myself a pass to be weak, to think all the thoughts and feel all the feelings that come with losing a parent. After 15 years without my mom three feelings are most prominent. I’ve shared a raw picture of what that looks like and why in words below.

On most years I spend the anniversary of her death with family or doing something active, but in the midst of the pandemic and sheltering in place I’ve been coping in a cycle: think, pray, cry, sleep, eat, repeat, but this too shall pass.

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8 Career tips from Betsy Plank, the first lady of public relations /  by Jasmine Tate

The late Betsy Plank was a pioneer in the public relations industry and known today as the Godmother of the Public Relations Student Society of America (PRSSA) and First Lady of PR.

In addition to her contributions to the public relations industry and building leaders of the future, Betsy was also known for wearing staple red and pink blazers, documenting her travels through photography, providing mentorship and sharing words of wisdom. Although her advice was often aimed at professionals at all levels in the public relations industry, much is applicable to all. Continue reading for eight career tips from the first lady of PR,  in honor of Betsy Day.

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Work Life: How I'm handling remote working conditions /  by Jasmine Tate

On Monday my coworkers and I entered the second week of a remote working environment. Although I love working from home and have longed for a partial remote working schedule for a while, I have faced several challenges that I’m making efforts to overcome this week.

I’ve listed my challenges, how I’m navigating them and some tips I’ve used to stay productive below.

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