https://baitlinkrooks.journoportfolio.comRSS Feed for Kaitlin BrooksenTue, 17 Jun 2025 00:00:00 +0100https://media.journoportfolio.com/users/259717/uploads/c3d781a7-ed12-4909-99b0-240386fc04f1.pdfTue, 17 Jun 2025 00:00:00 +0100https://media.journoportfolio.com/users/259717/uploads/c3d781a7-ed12-4909-99b0-240386fc04f1.pdfhttps://medium.com/@baitlinkrooks/small-talk-big-impact-the-importance-of-connection-in-a-disconnected-world-kaitlin-brooks-875e5c4199e6Small talk is often dismissed as meaningless chitchat, a necessary evil of social interaction that we engage in to fill the silence. It’s easy to understand why people might feel this way. I get it, talking about the weather, traffic, or your weekend plans can feel superficial and unimportant. But the truth is, small talk is a crucial part of building meaningful connections with others.Tue, 25 Apr 2023 00:00:00 +0100https://medium.com/@baitlinkrooks/small-talk-big-impact-the-importance-of-connection-in-a-disconnected-world-kaitlin-brooks-875e5c4199e6https://medium.com/@baitlinkrooks/essential-skills-to-succeed-in-any-job-kaitlin-brooks-95be9a5a5ee4In today’s fast-paced and ever-changing job market, it’s important to possess a wide range of skills to succeed. Whether you’re just starting your career or looking to make a switch, there are a range of skills can help you stand out in any industry. As someone who works in a variety of ways in the broad industry of ‘communications’, I have found that there are several skills that have proven to be useful, regardless of the job description.Mon, 24 Apr 2023 00:00:00 +0100https://medium.com/@baitlinkrooks/essential-skills-to-succeed-in-any-job-kaitlin-brooks-95be9a5a5ee4https://medium.com/@baitlinkrooks/practice-makes-opportunity-kaitlin-brooks-aaf7b81431c3In 2016, at the young age of 18, I made the decision to audition for the role of an NFL cheerleader. And to make a long story short, it paid off — I made the team. At the time, I thought that getting the position was purely a matter of luck. However, over the years, I have come to realize that it was actually the result of years of hard work and preparation...Sun, 23 Apr 2023 00:00:00 +0100https://medium.com/@baitlinkrooks/practice-makes-opportunity-kaitlin-brooks-aaf7b81431c3https://medium.com/@baitlinkrooks/the-art-of-multifacetedness-embracing-our-complexities-kaitlin-brooks-169846da49f4Are you someone who has a wide range of interests and talents, but finds it hard to focus on just one? Welcome to the ‘jack of all trades’ club. And you know what? I believe everyone is multifaceted, even those who are incredibly exceptional in one or two areas. I’m exhausted by the narrative that we have to choose just one thing. I say be the triple, quadruple, quintuple threat.Sat, 22 Apr 2023 00:00:00 +0100https://medium.com/@baitlinkrooks/the-art-of-multifacetedness-embracing-our-complexities-kaitlin-brooks-169846da49f4https://medium.com/@baitlinkrooks/navigating-a-busy-lifestyle-kaitlin-brooks-26003af3d9bBeing ambitious brings opportunity, but can also lead to overwhelm. It can be so challenging to balance everything! Career aspirations, social life, personal growth, being active, hobbies and interests, travel… You do it all! By implementing effective strategies, you can successfully manage your schedule and still make time for your passions. I’ve personally found the following tips helpful in bringing more ease and efficiency to my own day-to-day life...Fri, 21 Apr 2023 00:00:00 +0100https://medium.com/@baitlinkrooks/navigating-a-busy-lifestyle-kaitlin-brooks-26003af3d9bhttps://baitlinkrooks.journoportfolio.com/articles/zoomtopia-2023-zoom-communications-annual-user-conference/Wed, 15 Mar 2023 00:00:00 +0000https://baitlinkrooks.journoportfolio.com/articles/zoomtopia-2023-zoom-communications-annual-user-conference/https://www.bevy.com/blog/community-led-growth-the-future-of-community-engagementBevy Community & Event Platform In our current economy, marketing and advertising a product are simply not enough to keep people engaged. In a time of economic downturn, people want to know how they can be supported, especially by companies and large corporations that are ever-present in our lives. Although collectives and community organizations are not a new thing, companies have been adopting this community-led model lately to both facilitate growth and better support the people they are looking to serve.Mon, 31 Oct 2022 00:00:00 +0000https://www.bevy.com/blog/community-led-growth-the-future-of-community-engagementhttps://www.youtube.com/watch?v=jLGohX47UKgPerformance - Audition Solo and Group ChoreographySun, 01 May 2022 00:00:00 +0100https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=jLGohX47UKghttps://www.baitlinkrooks.com/blog/reshapeyourapproachtodanceclassHow you move is unique, and that’s important. Today’s dance industry is more competitive than ever. From television shows and TikTok influencers to professional ballerinas and Broadway performers, there is no doubt that the dance world is swimming with top talent. Dancing isn’t always about being the most flexible, having the best technique, or scoring the highest at a competition. It doesn’t have to be about performing to an audience or getting views on social media. Time to reshape your notioWed, 16 Mar 2022 00:00:00 +0000https://www.baitlinkrooks.com/blog/reshapeyourapproachtodanceclasshttps://www.baitlinkrooks.com/blog/10-tips-to-feel-confident-at-your-next-auditionSo you’re auditioning?! I am so excited for you—opportunity is ahead! Below are audition tips to help you feel confident and prepared for your moment. My experience is primarily with dance auditions, but these tips can be applied to any performance style to boost confidence. Preparation can happen at any point leading up to your audition date, but the earlier the better. Maybe your audition is this Friday, maybe it’s in two months, maybe it’s a penciled-in goal you are working toward. RegardlesWed, 16 Mar 2022 00:00:00 +0000https://www.baitlinkrooks.com/blog/10-tips-to-feel-confident-at-your-next-auditionhttps://www.baitlinkrooks.comTraining focused on you. Lessons are designed for dancers of any age & level, across intersecting styles. Curriculum is custom-tailored to fit your personal dance goals and provide skillsets to enhance how you already move—because how you move is unique and that’s important.Tue, 15 Mar 2022 00:00:00 +0000https://www.baitlinkrooks.comhttps://media.journoportfolio.com/users/259717/uploads/a5a05568-3649-442f-9b0a-c841e0d365f1.pdfSun, 13 Mar 2022 00:00:00 +0000https://media.journoportfolio.com/users/259717/uploads/a5a05568-3649-442f-9b0a-c841e0d365f1.pdfhttps://media.journoportfolio.com/users/259717/uploads/91eec898-f037-46e6-abf1-1a6de3775d7b.pdfSun, 13 Mar 2022 00:00:00 +0000https://media.journoportfolio.com/users/259717/uploads/91eec898-f037-46e6-abf1-1a6de3775d7b.pdfhttps://media.journoportfolio.com/users/259717/uploads/bcb53bab-0e1f-4311-b9ab-84d191caf6f1.pdfSun, 13 Mar 2022 00:00:00 +0000https://media.journoportfolio.com/users/259717/uploads/bcb53bab-0e1f-4311-b9ab-84d191caf6f1.pdfhttps://media.journoportfolio.com/users/259717/uploads/25e99713-8f67-490a-957d-d3e5eb3dd050.pdfSun, 13 Mar 2022 00:00:00 +0000https://media.journoportfolio.com/users/259717/uploads/25e99713-8f67-490a-957d-d3e5eb3dd050.pdfhttps://media.journoportfolio.com/users/259717/images/c1c79af5-e05e-4963-bc7c-8fd5185a164f.pngSun, 13 Mar 2022 00:00:00 +0000https://media.journoportfolio.com/users/259717/images/c1c79af5-e05e-4963-bc7c-8fd5185a164f.pnghttps://media.journoportfolio.com/users/259717/uploads/8d696f78-82fd-4660-ae3f-bdcf8aaef203.pdfSun, 13 Mar 2022 00:00:00 +0000https://media.journoportfolio.com/users/259717/uploads/8d696f78-82fd-4660-ae3f-bdcf8aaef203.pdfhttps://media.journoportfolio.com/users/259717/images/ac78ace2-b270-4142-9b7a-372d52324c49.jpgSun, 13 Mar 2022 00:00:00 +0000https://media.journoportfolio.com/users/259717/images/ac78ace2-b270-4142-9b7a-372d52324c49.jpghttps://open.spotify.com/episode/1PPBJHCN3FPc1LCmDpctu7?si=dd1862e9b3fa44bbFri, 11 Mar 2022 00:00:00 +0000https://open.spotify.com/episode/1PPBJHCN3FPc1LCmDpctu7?si=dd1862e9b3fa44bbhttps://open.spotify.com/episode/20Cr0CvbM6tGJ0ort1tvFq?si=5ced8ed48f9e4a2aFri, 11 Mar 2022 00:00:00 +0000https://open.spotify.com/episode/20Cr0CvbM6tGJ0ort1tvFq?si=5ced8ed48f9e4a2ahttps://open.spotify.com/episode/6TZ8LjxLsE5SYcZiWum9DT?si=7f9f2956269248ffFri, 11 Mar 2022 00:00:00 +0000https://open.spotify.com/episode/6TZ8LjxLsE5SYcZiWum9DT?si=7f9f2956269248ffhttps://baitlinkrooks.journoportfolio.com/articles/reflection-my-studies-in-communication/Born in 1997 and being part of a generation that grew up with the rise of the internet has provided me with an underlying understanding of short-form social media and professional networking sites and long-form information-sharing platforms. Ultimately, I have found a place to represent myself and my own authentic voice through the communications sector. I have grown to see deep value in active communication and positive interaction in our own communities. Simple, meaningful communications with one or a few people can sometimes be more impactful and effective than a quick communication to the masses.Fri, 11 Mar 2022 00:00:00 +0000https://baitlinkrooks.journoportfolio.com/articles/reflection-my-studies-in-communication/https://baitlinkrooks.journoportfolio.com/articles/community-5-ways-to-break-into-a-companys-culture/Fri, 11 Mar 2022 00:00:00 +0000https://baitlinkrooks.journoportfolio.com/articles/community-5-ways-to-break-into-a-companys-culture/https://baitlinkrooks.journoportfolio.com/articles/community-how-to-send-cold-messages-without-sounding-like-spam/Fri, 11 Mar 2022 00:00:00 +0000https://baitlinkrooks.journoportfolio.com/articles/community-how-to-send-cold-messages-without-sounding-like-spam/https://baitlinkrooks.journoportfolio.com/articles/community-how-to-grow-your-network/Fri, 11 Mar 2022 00:00:00 +0000https://baitlinkrooks.journoportfolio.com/articles/community-how-to-grow-your-network/https://baitlinkrooks.journoportfolio.com/articles/community-learn-how-the-holidays-can-be-the-best-time-to-enhance-your-sap-career/Fri, 11 Mar 2022 00:00:00 +0000https://baitlinkrooks.journoportfolio.com/articles/community-learn-how-the-holidays-can-be-the-best-time-to-enhance-your-sap-career/https://baitlinkrooks.journoportfolio.com/articles/community-how-to-plan-your-career-and-create-resolutions-you-can-stick-to/Fri, 11 Mar 2022 00:00:00 +0000https://baitlinkrooks.journoportfolio.com/articles/community-how-to-plan-your-career-and-create-resolutions-you-can-stick-to/