Words of Wisdom: Women in Communications

Wrapping up this Women’s History Month, we’re featuring some inspirational—and insightful—answers by women in the PR business to the question: Knowing what you now know about work and success, what advice would you give to your 20-year-old self?

There is no crystal ball. You don’t know where you will end up, so enjoy the journey and enjoy wherever it takes you. Work as hard as you can and learn as much as you can. Be curious, be inquisitive, and ask a lot of questions. Be indispensable. Always do your best and impress with your enthusiasm. Build lasting relationships.—Tami Hausman, Hausman LLC

If you don’t ask for it, you won’t get it. Go out there and get it.—Liz Torres, Hill+Knowlton Strategies

Play the long game and don’t look for shortcuts.—Amy Lyons, SHIFT Communications

Be the person everyone want to work with and ultimately you’ll be the person everyone wants to work for.—Catherine Hernandez-Blades, Aflac