Who to follow on social media: SA's top five

Greetings dear readers

My first blog post was a success, thanks to everyone who took their time to read it and those who graced it with their insightful comments and thoughts. Hence this time I have decided to take a different leap and focus on an exciting and more interesting topic.

Who do you look up to and who inspires you on social media? Mhm…that is a fascinating question right? If you new to a social network and still wondering who to follow but yet not sure, then look no further as I have collected 5 influential people to follow on social media.

come on, tap in and enjoy...

v KHAYA DLANGA                                        

http://goo.gl/DC6tYG

I often call him Mr “K the motivator” I feel like he’s achieved so much at a younger age. Mr Dlanga is one of the top influential in South Africa. He’s been in an advertising industry for 11 years and works in the Marketing and Communication for one of the largest brands, Coca-Cola. http://goo.gl/NbjU1b why you should follow him? He has more than on 50 000 people following him, he has been viewed on 6.5 million times on YouTube and he was voted Africa’s top blogger. He’s definitely someone to look up to. http://goo.gl/k5h3hx

                         v  BONANG MATHEBA

http://goo.gl/8DEuYL

Who doesn't know Bongang Matheba? http://goo.gl/p6KmZ3 She’s a gorgeous, smart, flawless individual who has managed to accomplish  so much at the age of 24, an inspiration indeed. She is a TV presenter, radio DJ and a business woman, model,fashion designer, you name it http://goo.gl/z8cG6m. She has more than half a million Facebook and twitter followers

                            v  GARETH CLIFF

http://goo.gl/UG2uX4

I believe that Gareth cliff has created a legacy for the aspiring TV and Radio personalities. Most people know him from idols; he’s been a judge for 12 years. He’s currently hosting his live morning radio show, cliffcentral. http://goo.gl/Fiajvh.

                               v  TREVOR NOAH

http://goo.gl/bsVc5H

Trevor Noah is the funniest South African comedians who is admired by a large number of people.  Not only is he a comedian but he was also a radio DJ, an actor and a TV show host. @trevornoah (his officials twitter account). http://goo.gl/dNUr6s

                               v  MINENHLE “MINNIE” DLAMINI

http://goo.gl/eHTxBS

Not so long ago Minenhle also known as "Minnie" was just an ordinary girl trying to make it in the industry, and then she went big.  Ms Dlamini is a South African presenter, radio host and an actress.  She is currently a sports presenter and a brand ambassador for Jeep. She’s going places for sure, watch the space http://goo.gl/RlLpcB Follow her @minniedlamini

DO YOU THINK THEY DESERVE TO BE IN THE TOP 5 LIST? SHARE YOUR THOUGHTS!!!

5 brilliant tips to follow when studying Public Relations

Hello everyone!! It’s just amazing how much I have learnt throughout this wonderful journey, doing my Diploma in Public Relations. Now that I’m doing my 2^nd year and almost at the finishing line I thought to myself “why not share my knowledge to the aspiring Public Relations Practitioners like me”

Hence, I have compiled five basic tips to consider when studying Public Relations. Now dive in, enjoy and share:

http://goo.gl/7AGsBt

         1. Be sure about  what you want to study

      It is truly shocking how students will decide to study Public Relations for four or three years, only to find out that it is not what they have hoped for . Therefore it is very important to do a career assessment where you compare your personalities, strengths with a career that would be suitable for you

http://goo.gl/3k1D4I

 2 . Start reading now
I urge you to start reading any articles, speeches, blog post this will not only help you to improve your thinking capabilities but it will also help you to better understand the context or a phenomenon within the PR field....so are you up for a challenge? then try this link http://goo.gl/tNku





                                                         3.  Keep up-to-date with news

http://goo.gl/zLQRYF

Well, I know I know some of you don’t even attempt to watch or even listen to the news because you find them boring, uninteresting or whatever the reason might be. Being familiar or aware with what’s happening in the world will help you to connect with your studies and practice.

                                                          4.Get involved in PR communities

             

http://goo.gl/3k3UcZ

This is the easiest to implement. So basically you need to be active on social media such as Pinterest, Facebook, LinkedIn and so forth.In that way you will be able to find and follow  PR professionals and other students. Your opinion and thoughts count so don’t be shy to start a conversation or participate.

                                                               5.    Look for experience

http://goo.gl/8Jcsv0

Having an experience is very important within any course of study or field, therefore you really need to be aware that experience counts a lot in Public Relations. Try to find part time jobs or volunteer at any PR related organisation or company. If you already volunteer, that’s the way to go!!! But try to find PR professional’s contacts so that you can ask favours in the near future.

Hope you find these tips useful. Oh! And you are more than welcome to share your thoughts (winks). For more information regarding Public Relations you can click on this link http://goo.gl/uO7Mxg