tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6441166968399353218.post6008469417186084659..comments2023-10-11T09:18:00.114-04:00Comments on Journalism & Society: Flyers' PR Chief Zack Hill: "Accuracy is Top Priority."Geohttp://www.blogger.com/profile/13931847026373746798noreply@blogger.comBlogger40125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6441166968399353218.post-32109474354335384582012-10-29T18:21:49.388-04:002012-10-29T18:21:49.388-04:00I love how Zack said that he loves 'honesty...I love how Zack said that he loves 'honesty' and people's openness. He told us to start as interns, he himself started as an intern for the Sixers before he joined the Flyers. And I like how he said that being accurate is very important and that accuracy is top priority for him.Moumita Ghoshnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6441166968399353218.post-10740969289409946812012-10-17T22:45:58.575-04:002012-10-17T22:45:58.575-04:00Zack Hill's presentation was great because he ...Zack Hill's presentation was great because he interacted with us instead of reading straight off his papers. His passion for his job was what stood out for me the best. When I get a job one day i want to make sure i am 100% completely passion about it. So that was very inspirational to me. His dedication and extra efforts really helped him in the long run and it showed in his stories. I thought he was a great communicator and also businessman. Along with being a public relations chief, I thought learning about the relationship between journalists and public relations people was very interesting. I never really thought about there ever being a relationship till he discussed it. Overall, i thoroughly enjoyed his presentation. Melissa Lynoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6441166968399353218.post-1949639601176553842012-10-11T15:10:32.729-04:002012-10-11T15:10:32.729-04:00The thing that stood out to me the most was his ho...The thing that stood out to me the most was his honesty and how I felt like all of the students in the room would be able to relate to him. His stories made me realize that it's okay to start on the bottom and that's how you get to the top. <br /><br />-Chelsea FinnChelsea Finnhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/16975350066705943711noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6441166968399353218.post-5651076156127650642012-10-06T20:54:03.110-04:002012-10-06T20:54:03.110-04:00I loved Zack Hill's presentation! Even though ...I loved Zack Hill's presentation! Even though he is not working in the field of Journalism, he is working with journalists from a different angle. What really stood out to me was that he put a major emphasis on getting internships. Not just one, but as many as possible. And once you get that internship, work your ass off and make an impression on your boss. Zack's stories were interesting, entertaining, and kept the audience engaged. In comparison to the previous speaker, who gave a quite negative and arrogant presentation, Zack was positive, upbeat, and open-minded. Overall, his presentation was motivational, humorous, and informational.Meredith Thomasnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6441166968399353218.post-14149170575438927402012-10-03T21:44:53.481-04:002012-10-03T21:44:53.481-04:00Wellllll just spelled my last name wrong..... Awkw...Wellllll just spelled my last name wrong..... Awkward<br /><br /><br />Jamie Pappas*Jamie Pappas*noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6441166968399353218.post-49907370828276647572012-10-03T21:44:05.973-04:002012-10-03T21:44:05.973-04:00I loved this presentation. I strongly believe that...I loved this presentation. I strongly believe that we can only learn from experience. His stories were just proof of his experience and quality of his background. I felt like he became a reliable source and an interesting speaker when his stories surrounded events and people we knew about. It was exciting to hear a different side of the story than what we hear from the news. Hearing the person behind the coverups and stories was very interesting and an exciting new perspective. Jamie Papappasnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6441166968399353218.post-43948959920721876422012-10-03T11:34:45.315-04:002012-10-03T11:34:45.315-04:00I extremely liked Zack Hill as a person and a spea... I extremely liked Zack Hill as a person and a speaker. Although he isn't a journalist he works with them all the time. During his talk, Zack pointed out how being accurate and truthful is the most important attribute you can have at a job in general but especially as a journalist. I really liked how Zack was very down to earth and to the point. He was also much more interactive than our last guest. He kept my attention the entire time and all of his stories gave more substance to what he was saying. What I found most interesting and most helpful was Zack's advice to always keep your cool. Especially in the area of journalism and news where it seems to be stressful and hectic at times, this advice was the most real for me. <br /> Coleen O'Haranoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6441166968399353218.post-9676859805010501012012-10-02T22:31:30.373-04:002012-10-02T22:31:30.373-04:00There is something very likable about Zack. He see...There is something very likable about Zack. He seems eager to please. I agree with Geo - I thought his views on internships stuck out the most. His anecdote made me realize how important internships can be. I knew they were essential before, but now I feel more prepared for when I (hopefully) one day get one. Very helpful speaker.Logan Krumnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6441166968399353218.post-76281880936374983302012-10-02T22:28:09.909-04:002012-10-02T22:28:09.909-04:00I thought Zack Hill was really great. Although he...I thought Zack Hill was really great. Although he seemed a little nervous at times, I felt we were having a conversation one on one. He told personal stories from his career and college experience. Danielle Alvareznoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6441166968399353218.post-2846463996489856182012-10-02T18:26:35.842-04:002012-10-02T18:26:35.842-04:00This guy was real, I can truly appreciate that. Al...This guy was real, I can truly appreciate that. Also appreciate the thing about honesty. I'm all about honesty. Dan Snyderhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/00155627633607349249noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6441166968399353218.post-16736528870727811922012-10-02T16:45:33.296-04:002012-10-02T16:45:33.296-04:00His brother's name is Bunker! Bunker Hill is a...His brother's name is Bunker! Bunker Hill is a champion. Susan Dongnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6441166968399353218.post-47554875132182653562012-10-02T00:33:40.592-04:002012-10-02T00:33:40.592-04:00I enjoyed Zach's presentation very much. He wa...I enjoyed Zach's presentation very much. He was full of energy and really personable. I liked his stories and tips and even wrote some of them down! He was a prime example of someone loving what they do and doing what they love.<br /><br /><br /><br /><br />I always comment via my phone but then when I look back my comments are never there? hmmm.Melonee Rembertnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6441166968399353218.post-64921489265983539162012-10-01T21:56:23.394-04:002012-10-01T21:56:23.394-04:00I thought Zack Hill was really engaging. You coul...I thought Zack Hill was really engaging. You could tell that he loves his job, and enjoys helping others find their way in the business. The fact that he told personal stories and brought prizes didn't hurt either. Gina Everettnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6441166968399353218.post-9767360979832073422012-10-01T14:12:50.701-04:002012-10-01T14:12:50.701-04:00What stood out for me was Zack's approach to h...What stood out for me was Zack's approach to his in-class presentation and his stance on the magnitude of working-world relationships. Toward the beginning of class, Zack told us that he doesn't "give speeches" - he tells stories instead. I enjoyed that story telling technique because it kept my attention and allowed for me to extract knowledge from his stories. It was also interesting to learn about the importance of accuracy in journalism from someone who isn't a journalist. Moreover, he offered a different perspective which gave me a better grasp on the internal workings of journalism and the sources from which information is attained.Adam Wrigleynoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6441166968399353218.post-78967270917739351172012-10-01T10:08:57.238-04:002012-10-01T10:08:57.238-04:00You pretty much nailed it with what you wrote. I e...You pretty much nailed it with what you wrote. I enjoyed all the stories he told us in relation to his job, and what really stood out to me was his internship story. I am hearing more and more that interns are truly important and his story I guess made me see how. Another thing that really stood out was that I could see he loved his job and all the things he has to do. There are some hard times but in the end he really enjoys what he does. Mark Valerianohttps://www.blogger.com/profile/17159355496647332931noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6441166968399353218.post-40162314650387470742012-10-01T00:17:36.511-04:002012-10-01T00:17:36.511-04:00Oh, and this great point by George must also be do...Oh, and this great point by George must also be documented for all on the blog to see.<br /><br />http://www.rankopedia.com/CandidatePix/60369.gif<br /><br />~Christian MatozzoAnonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6441166968399353218.post-46293027282510632362012-10-01T00:13:44.820-04:002012-10-01T00:13:44.820-04:00Zack Hill was an excellent speaker. He engaged the...Zack Hill was an excellent speaker. He engaged the audience, didn't ramble on about personal job or life philosophies and needless advice like something your mother would say, like most public speakers. He engaged the audience, and best of all he told great stories that you simply can't hear elsewhere or read in a book or online that explained exactly what his job did. Great stuff.Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6441166968399353218.post-6718597772632327652012-09-30T20:13:13.102-04:002012-09-30T20:13:13.102-04:00I thought Zach was a great guest speaker. He seem...I thought Zach was a great guest speaker. He seemed like he was a very genuine guy who truly loves what he does. I really enjoyed hearing his stories and experiences rather then hearing a lecture, that can sometimes be boring. The two things that stuck out most to me were two pieces of advice he gave. The first piece of advice is to "stick out" from everyone else. He went to work when he was an intern during a blizzard, this really got on the boss' good side. The second piece of advice that I really like is when he said he believes in "behavioral consistency". He reffered to this as not letting your highs get you too high and not let your lows get you too low. This is a great motto not just for journalism, but for everyday life! Colleen McGuigannoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6441166968399353218.post-17978817499363693902012-09-30T13:09:29.181-04:002012-09-30T13:09:29.181-04:00I thought Zack was a very good speaker. He didn...I thought Zack was a very good speaker. He didn't read word for word off of any index cards and didn't sound like he was giving a speech. He sounded like he was telling a story, and I feel like that is a great example for student journalists, because journalists are story tellers. He was animated and you could tell that the stories he was telling meant alot to him. He seemed deeply connested to his job and very happy about it, which I feel is very important. He wasn't boring at all and was a very friendly, real and genuine speaker and person.Catherine Palmernoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6441166968399353218.post-92159719500456079372012-09-28T23:17:41.194-04:002012-09-28T23:17:41.194-04:00I really enjoyed Zach. Initially I didn't know...I really enjoyed Zach. Initially I didn't know what I could learn from a PR rep but I learned so much. After class that day I immediately went to look up internships and I'm only a freshman, but I got so excited I could not help myself. I liked most that he valued honesty because I am the type of person who is always honest and not necessarily very tactful. It would be awesome to have a boss like him to understand that. I thought he was a great person to come in and speak to us. He was so personal and he's stories were hilarious. Good choice, George!Aja Espinosanoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6441166968399353218.post-25950362910180423632012-09-28T10:13:53.397-04:002012-09-28T10:13:53.397-04:00I enjoyed hearing all the stories he had to tell. ...I enjoyed hearing all the stories he had to tell. Sometimes when people who are more prominent than the average person come to guest speak they make it very evident that they realize they're bigger than you. He didn't do that whatsoever. I'd rather hear about someones job experiences than have them up there preaching about this and that. You can tell he really loves his job which is something I respect (then again who wouldn't love that). Kevin Troilonoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6441166968399353218.post-79594585813942608042012-09-27T20:35:23.427-04:002012-09-27T20:35:23.427-04:00I loved his presentation. He is such an inspiratio...I loved his presentation. He is such an inspirational speaker and really gets your attention. I liked how personable he was, and how positive he is about life. It really is true, don't sweat the small stuff, have fun! Zack seems like the type of guy to always have a smile on. His advice was really helpful, for instance when he talked about being accurate and responsible. That is so true. Overall, I'm really happy he came in and talked to us all. It was a really good time. Mariel Coughlinnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6441166968399353218.post-5946886633536445352012-09-27T12:16:40.295-04:002012-09-27T12:16:40.295-04:00What stood out to me, was how similar Zack's &...What stood out to me, was how similar Zack's "typical day" was to that of some professional journalists I have spoken to. Zack seems to, first and foremost, check the news and see if anything sticks out to him that he could use to the advantage of his organization. Not only does he have to be aware of what's going on, but he needs to think outside of the box in a sense, and come up with an angle. Much like a journalist. If we were transcribing word-for-word Zack's presentation on Tuesday morning, he did tell a story about a car accident leading to an opportunity and ultimately a picture in the paper, and added how sometimes you just get "lucky"...but as journalism students, we knew what he meant!!! I really appreciate people like Zack taking time out to come and talk to us, clearly he is a people's person, (which is a lesson about success in and of itself,) and clearly he gives a damn. Awesome to see.Zoë Deannoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6441166968399353218.post-20319895230349201562012-09-27T09:57:47.313-04:002012-09-27T09:57:47.313-04:00I really enjoyed Zack's presentation. The fac...I really enjoyed Zack's presentation. The fact that he was so happy and loved his job so much, gave me a boost of confidence that I am in the right field. One thing that really stuck with me was when he mentioned that every single day, at work, was different. That's the kind of information that I like to hear and I am so happy to hear it from someone who actually experiences it.Amy Shirknoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6441166968399353218.post-47560379491611902152012-09-27T09:40:17.138-04:002012-09-27T09:40:17.138-04:00This was amazing! Zack really related everything t...This was amazing! Zack really related everything to us and I think it was awesome! He kept the class entertained!Ed LeFurgenoreply@blogger.com