INKED: When the personal becomes the professional

Celina Lam Communication is the unexpected, never stagnant way of connecting and impacting people. Communication is also an ever-changing practice of expression through words, voices and physical appearance. When freedom of expression runs rampant, from hairstyles to clothing to tattoos. How do we, as communicators, balance personal expression with professional standards? Self-expression has become a…

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Why Symmetry? A welcome back note from the Editor

“Why is it called Symmetry?” It’s a common question. As another year of Symmetry is underway, it’s important to recall the purpose of the publication. Symmetry refers to the gold standard for communication, the two-way symmetrical model. In public relations, organizations that use two-way symmetrical communication negotiate with the public, resolve conflict and promote mutual…

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