PR Blog Number 3

After working on my Company Portfolio Project, I have come to the realization of how important it is to be clear with your words. As I have been writing my press releases, news releases, etc, it is important to make sure that every single piece of information is included so that the receiver of the message is able to get everything they need.

I also think that this project is very helpful so that we can get used to the many different aspects of media writing. Not many classes and/or internships give you the opportunity to exercise the skills you will need in the field of PR.

PR Blog Number 2

Thinking back to my summer internship, I realized how much goes into the PR work field. I worked in the Marketing and Public Relations department of Centegra Health System. There is so much that goes into the public relations field that I had no idea about. The head of the Public Relations department had so much to do! She had to make sure the the two hospitals were being shown in a "good light" throughout the community. Centegra Health System has such a big presence throughout the northern Illinois area. Kim, the head of PR, made sure that she sent out many Press Releases to the newspapers about new technology, new doctors, and anything that would help out Centegra. There were also events that needed to be told about. Kim is someone who I would love to be just like when I grow up.

Twitter.  WOW!

Before this class, I never had a twitter account.  Honestly, I did not think that I would need one.  My beliefs were quickly changed after this twitter assignment.  I cannot believe how many people communicate through this social media.  I can honestly say that it is out of this world!

I also came to like checking the people that I followed.  It is such an easy way to gather information as well.  For example when I didn't know if I could use Johnson Controls as my company for the profile, I simply just asked Gee through her twitter account and she got back to my asap!

I will keep twitter for the rest of my life.  It is a fast, simply and easy way to stay in touch with the people around you.  I find it interesting that twitter, facebook and myspace have such a great impact on society... BUT we must use these tools because if we don't, we will fall behind in communication! 

About Me

What’s your full name? Mary Elizabeth Pintozzi

Were you named after anyone? My great grandmother

Do you have a nickname? If yes, what is it? Pinto Beans (because my last name starts with Pinto)

What’s your astrological sign? Pisces

Are you a morning person or a night owl? Night Owl

Do you wish on stars? Always!

Do you untie your shoes when you take them off? No

Do you have tattoos? No

What do you do most often when you are bored? Eat

Donkey or Elephant or Neither? Elephant

What makes you angry? Liars

What did you do last night? Ate chicken fajitas and watched a movie

What frightens you? Losing my family

How many keys are on your key ring? Five

What do you do to relax? Listen to music

Do you believe in superstitions? No

Have you attended a church or religious event outside of your own? Yes

Name a foreign language that you know. German

Name three things most people don’t know about you.

I love skiiing. I work at the REC Center. I HATE BIRDS.

Do you have any siblings? Three

Who is your best friend in high school? Hillary Foreman. She still is today!

Do/did you have any pets? Two dogs.

Cat person or dog person? DOG.

Who is the last person you talked to on the phone? Claire Blazek

What states have you been to?

Illinois, Indiana, Nebraska, California, Colorado, Florida, Georgia, Iowa, Kansas, Maryland, Michigan, Minnesota, Montana, Ohio, South Carolina, Texas, Wisconsin

What countries have you been to?

Mexico, Germany

In how many states have you lived? Two. Illinois and Wisconsin

When is the last time did you take a train? This summer to Chicago

What do you like to eat for breakfast? Over easy eggs

What is your favorite food? Shepherd's Pie

What foods do you dislike? Brussel Sprouts

What ethnic food do you like and dislike? I love all food.

What is your favorite chip flavor? Sour cream and Cheddar

What is your favorite sandwich? Turkey Club

What is your favorite drink? Cherry Coke

What is your favorite ice cream flavor? Cookies and Cream

What’s your favorite salad dressing? Balsamic Vinaigrette

Plain, buttered or salted popcorn? None. Kettle.

What’s your favorite pie? Ice Cream

What’s your favorite fast food place? Golden Arches

Which Harry Potter characters are you? The one with the most powers.

What was the last film you saw at the cinema? Time Traveler's Wife

What is your favorite TV show? Entourage

Last book you read. One of the Twilight Books

What picture is on your computer wallpaper? Robert Pattinson

What is your ring tone? Ice Cream Song

What are three favorite songs on your iPod? Michael Jackson: Beat it, Don't Stop till You Get Enough, Rock With You

Do you have a Facebook page? Yes

Do you have a Twitter account? Yes

Do you have a blog? Yes

Where would you retire to? Germany

If you could go anywhere in the world on vacation, where would you go? Australia

Would you ever bungee jump? Skydive? Done Both!

If you were a crayon, what color would you be? Coffee

What writing means to me

Words can be found throughout society in almost every space possible. There are words flowing into our heads from media, advertisements, books, newspapers and even love notes. Without words, this form of communication called writing, our lives would be vacant.

I believe writing is one of the most useful, innovative and beautiful ways to show something, anything. Writing is used to communicate information, give advise, show emotion and even declare independence.

Striving for a better understanding of different writing techniques is on the forefront of my mind. Because of the fact that I am working towards my Public Relations degree, I truly respect writing in every way possible. I cannot imagine our world without writing and words to influence us everyday.

Since the beginning of time, there have been writings on caves to tell stories. Look at where we are now... writing our blogs for a class!

First Blog

This is the first blog I have ever made! I hope it works.