This week, Melissa passes the mic to Anais Biera Miracle, the Chief Communications Officer for Southwest Key Programs to give us a masterclass in mentorship, emotional intelligence, and adaptive leadership.

About Anais:
Anais Biera Miracle is the Chief Communications Officer for Southwest Key Programs, one of the largest, Latino-led nonprofit organizations in the United States. Anais is responsible for providing leadership and strategic vision for the communications department, which oversees strategic communications, crisis communication, social media, media relations, multimedia, and internal communications. Anais has more than 18 years in the field of Public Relations.

Topics covered:
- Working outside of your comfort zone
- The importance of relationships
- Finding a mentor
- Advocating for vulnerable populations
- Adapting to a national mindset
- Enhancing careers through professional development

Actions to take:
- Give people the opportunity to shine
- Become an ally for your peers
- Have a realistic work-life balance
- Seek a variety of mentors
- Share your knowledge with others as a mentor

Resources mentioned:
- Smart Talk: Public Relations Essentials All Pros Should Know
- Southwest Key Programs
- Melissa's PRSA column
- MVW Communications
- PR Pro Gear