The Value of Sharing Your Professional Experiences with Komal Shah Kapoor, Ph.D.

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 with public relations professor and the founder of SpeakerPost, Komal Shah Kapoor, Ph.D., about why it's impactful to share advice from your professional journey with students and young professionals.

About Dr. Kapoor:

Komal Kapoor is a public relations professor at Pepperdine University and the founder of SpeakerPost, a platform that connects educators with industry professionals for guest speaking opportunities in high school and college classrooms. With a background spanning global marketing, media, and entrepreneurship, her work focuses on mentorship, relationship-building, and helping students feel more confident and prepared as they enter professional environments.

Connect with Dr. Kapoor on LinkedIn

Topics covered:

• Dr. K's passion for connecting students and industry professionals

• Student's perspective on PR and communications

• Feedback from students

• How students utilize AI for advice

• What Dr. K wishes pros knew about young professionals

• How to advise the future generation of PR professionals with SpeakerPost

Resources mentioned:

• SpeakerPost

• Green Sea Shells

• "Latinas in Public Relations: Shaping Communications, Communities, and Culture"

• "Smart Talk: Public Relations Essentials All Pros Should Know"

• MVW Communications