"You've been gone for TOO long MB!"

Hello busy bees!

I know, you're giving me the side eye. I've been missing in action for over a month and I decide to pop up and do a post conveniently in May. LOL. Being an intern is NOT easy! Contrary to popular belief, we actually do substantial work and I do go home tired. But I digress!

I've returned to jumpstart my first InternWeekly series "Managing Stress" (how convenient). The past year has definitely been a test of my faith full of ups and downs and I must say I really did not think I would still be in this position, if at all but I really have to thank God for keeping my sanity through it all. With that said, there were different things I tried (and still try) to manage my stress. So I decided that I'm finally going to drop this college weight (perhaps some HS weight too), workout this summer and document it for all of you to see. I figured a video diary would be better than me just writing all of this out. SO the entire series, in addition to my personal journey will be in video form. How exciting!

Also, I wanted to let you busy bees know that my bestie Brenda landed a full time job as well! YAY! I've touched on networking before and making connections but I really didn't talk about how your close friends and family can be great resources as well. In this case, I was able to really understand what type of transition she wanted to make and as any good friend would, I looked out for jobs/internships for her. I came across a job posting on AU Careerweb and I sent it to her (future recruiter in the making perhaps? LOL). And with a dash of my creative writing (yes I help people with their resume and cover letters) and her ability to sell herself, she landed a position that wasn't even advertised (she ended up getting the same position for a different department which was more along the lines of what she wants to do). God certainly doesn't put desires in our heart for nothing, be sure he will use the people around you to bless you.

So for all my fellow interns out there and to the upcoming graduates from the Class of 2011, don't be discouraged. Your job will come. For me I've definitely found a place at Racepoint DC. The culture there has inspired me to think outside of the box and be more of a content producer rather than just a consumer of social media. I can only help to learn from my fellow colleagues and even inspire them to try new techniques as well. I do see a future there, but I know in PR, I have to earn my spot and I'm more than willing to do that :).

Stay tuned for the first "Managing Stress" post. I hoping to post videos 1-2 times a week, but I can't make any promises because I am a busy woman. But I will do my best to make the posts consistent for you all (Blogger 101- always post consistently).

xoxo
MB