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The Smart Talk Series -- dive into communication strategies, tips, and principles using a 360-degree approach with your host Melissa Vela-Williamson. Melissa is an accredited public relations expert, entrepreneur, and national columnist.

This series will focus on a theme over the span of six weekly episodes. Listen as Melissa dives into a topic on her own, interviews industry experts, and gives ... more

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Coaching is a valuable way to help break through what is keeping you from being the leader you were meant to be. In today’s episode, Melissa speaks with the founder and CEO of Piñata Possible, Laura Saldivar Luna, about how working with a leadership ... more

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Paying it forward doesn’t always have to mean a monetary act of kindness. Sometimes, candid career advice and making connections can be infinitely more valuable to students searching for or starting their careers.  In today’s episode, Melissa speaks ... more

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Sharing access, authenticity, and empowerment in the public relations industry matters. In today’s episode, authors Jamila Cupid, Ph.D. and Myescha Joell share what inspired them to write their groundbreaking new book, “Who’s in the Room?: A Guide to... more

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In tough times, resilience is key to keeping every aspect of your life from falling apart. In today’s episode, Melissa interviews the founder of Yo Quiero Dinero, Jannese Torres, about how to build financial, mental, and professional resilience in er... more

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Listen as Melissa kicks off Season 11 by talking about the importance of adapting in uncertain times and relying on our industry fundamentals. Join us this season as Melissa talks with experts in various disciplines about valuing advice and taking ac... more

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As we’ve learned this season, milestones don’t just appear. They come after brave actions, years, and sometimes decades of hard work and dedication. In the final episode of Season 10, Melissa interviews Michael Klein, Public Relations Manager at Ferr... more

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A major milestone in your organization is the perfect time to take stock of what you’ve achieved and chart a path for the future. In this episode, Melissa interviews President & CEO of Texas Organ Sharing Alliance Joe Nespral and TOSA’s Director of C... more

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Today, Melissa is taking a break from talking to seasoned professionals by sitting down with a future young professional: her daughter, Emilia. Listen as Melissa and Emilia discuss how communication professionals can support and inspire Generation Z ... more

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5.0 out of 5 stars from 14 ratings
  • Great for non-PR Listeners

    I love listening to this show and recommend it to those who are not in Public Relations because:

    1) Seeing a successful woman running her own business inspires me to pursue and start my own business

    2) Free advice- listen for that alone

    3) Great topics that resonate with me even though my entrepreneurial goals are different

    4) Melissa is a great host and draws entertaining conversations with her guests about the world of PR and client scenarios that are engaging and keep me coming back for m... more

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    JulBelJorJon
    United States2 years ago
  • Valuable information for any pro!

    Smart Talk Series host Melissa Vela-Williamson is a great communicator. Her passion for these topics make it so easy to learn.

    The information shared is valuable for any professional or business owner who wants to level up!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    juliaagz
    United States5 years ago
  • Great Practical Advice from a Pro

    Melissa offers advice that is helpful to anyone needing tips on how to improve their marketing and PR.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    mj2523
    United States5 years ago

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