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Andrea V. Lewis Yep. I'm taking the plunge. Bye, bye Facebook. Hello, G+. Blog Post: Why I'm Quitting Facebook - http://goo.gl/fb/mlVmK

15 weeks ago from Google

 
Lucas Wagner Seems like there's nothing going on here anymore? Too bad!

31 weeks ago from Google

 
Lindsay Browning Structured or unstructured work environment? What is best for you?

88 weeks ago from Google, Professional Development, u30pro, I am Gen Y and Recruiters Unite!3 more

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Barbara Saunders: I think the terms don't refer to whether there is order, but to whether people have predictable, routine tasks to do. That often correlates with ...MoreI think the terms don't refer to whether there is order, but to whether people have predictable, routine tasks to do. That often correlates with "casual", but it's not the same thing.
36 weeks ago
jlp1976: my job has some structure, but not a lot. I know what I need to get done that day, I just don't know when during the day it's going to happen. So ...Moremy job has some structure, but not a lot. I know what I need to get done that day, I just don't know when during the day it's going to happen. So it's an unstructured structure, if that makes any sense.
36 weeks ago
 
Kien Tran Does anyone know of the Austin recuriters for Google?

67 weeks ago from Google

 
Neeraj Bhushan Surprised. No activity here on Google's birthday, recently.

70 weeks ago from Google

 
Lindsay Browning Anyone on 'Second Life' www.secondlife.com? Second Life is a free 3D virtual world where users can socialize, connect and create using free voice and text chat. Pros or cons? Or is this too much involvement with social media and online interaction?

77 weeks ago from Google and I am Gen Y

Dr. Woody: Is it really free??? Or does it have a virtual economy, upgrade options... None of these every seem to be free.
77 weeks ago
 
Ryan Paugh What do you guys think of Gmail's modifed UI? I've been stumbling a bit this morning while trying to compose new messages but I think I've got a hang of it now. At the moment I'm still partial to the old sidebar but I'm sure I'll warm up to the layout of the new one.

78 weeks ago from Tech Gurus, Google, Latest Social Media and Technology News and User Experience2 more

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Lori Fagerholm: It seems no more or less useful than it was before--emphasis on "no more." The interface has always seemed a little clunky and outdated to me. ...MoreIt seems no more or less useful than it was before--emphasis on "no more." The interface has always seemed a little clunky and outdated to me. Reminds me of the Yahoo mail interface from, like, 5 years ago. Not to be too much of a naysaying Nellie...
78 weeks ago
Ben Donahower: i rely on keyboard shortcuts. one of the great perks about this in addition to being able to do things faster is that an application's ui could ...Morei rely on keyboard shortcuts. one of the great perks about this in addition to being able to do things faster is that an application's ui could change drastically and without much of a change in personal productivity.
77 weeks ago

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Julia Kious Zabell: Seeing fire ignited in my clients is the best motivation for me. I love my clients and I love seeing them make huge shifts in their thinking that ...MoreSeeing fire ignited in my clients is the best motivation for me. I love my clients and I love seeing them make huge shifts in their thinking that ultimately changes their life!
80 weeks ago
Chris Paugh: I get real satisfaction when I see how much my customers appreciate what I do for them. A simple thank you or a job well done is so motivating for me!
80 weeks ago
 
Lindsay Browning Building an internal CV-any tips?

84 weeks ago from Google and Professional Development

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Alex Carlson: I would definitely say as a Google employee that internal CVs are very important. I wouldn't even consider contacting anyone in the company about ...MoreI would definitely say as a Google employee that internal CVs are very important. I wouldn't even consider contacting anyone in the company about an internal transfer opportunity without first making sure my Google Resume is up-to-date, since I know this is one of the first things that will be looked at.

I would be sure to quantify everything possible. How much revenue have you generated? Or how big were the campaigns that you managed? Did you lead any improvement projects that had a clear and measurable positive result? Information like this can definitely add more perspective for the hiring manager.
80 weeks ago
Megan Atkinson: Alex hit the nail on the head. In addition, I would add a few key qualitative points as well. Generally, promotion includes increased ...MoreAlex hit the nail on the head. In addition, I would add a few key qualitative points as well. Generally, promotion includes increased responsibility and/or possible management/supervision. Although quantitative data is a great way to bring value to your achievements, a few bullet points talking about when you've demonstrated leadership, juggled priorities under tight deadlines, etc are a great approach as well. You can still translate those things into hard numbers though. i.e. Led a committee of 12 staff members in outbound marketing project which resulted in 15 new clients, Coordinated launch of new inventory management system, later implemented across all 8 departments within the company, etc.
80 weeks ago
 
Lindsay Browning In one word, what would you like to show/teach to a new employee on his first day of work with you?

81 weeks ago from Google and The Boss-Employee Relationship

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Raquel Elle Bell: dedication
81 weeks ago
Sean Masters: Execution
81 weeks ago
 
Lindsay Browning What according to you is the best and foremost thing to be done in order to retain your key talent within your organisation?

83 weeks ago from Google, Professional Development, Brazen Careerist's Top 50 Gen-Y Companies and Career Rocketeer2 more

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Raquel Elle Bell: Make sure they are in the right position
83 weeks ago
Josh Allan Dykstra: The short answer to this question is: engage them. HOW to do this, of course, is trickier. Rebecca, Miri, and Raquel all have some great thoughts ...MoreThe short answer to this question is: engage them. HOW to do this, of course, is trickier. Rebecca, Miri, and Raquel all have some great thoughts above to help us get started with this, I think.

I LOVE Dan's Autonomy/Mastery/Purpose framework, I just find it feels a little vague on answering that "how" for most people. Engagement always happens at a "local level," meaning at the manager/employee connection. So, much of the "how" gets answered in the context of that relationship. Happy to elaborate if you like. Love this stuff!
83 weeks ago
 
Lindsay Browning Which is better? Having your boss be your mentor or having it be somebody who you don't directly report to? I've found that my best mentors are a variety of people from within different aspects of the business (or external). Where are you finding your best mentors? Is it typically a manager or is it someone else?

84 weeks ago from Google, Mentors & Mentees, Professional Development and The Boss-Employee Relationship2 more

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Baljinder Singh: I would lean towards a mix and variety of people as your mentors. It would be a plus if your boss can also be one of your mentors because that ...MoreI would lean towards a mix and variety of people as your mentors. It would be a plus if your boss can also be one of your mentors because that gives you a close insider's look.
84 weeks ago
Lindsay Browning: I definitely think a mix of people is great. I had mentors from outside the business and within the business. Always good to get different ...MoreI definitely think a mix of people is great. I had mentors from outside the business and within the business. Always good to get different perspectives
84 weeks ago
 
Lindsay Browning What’s the importance of internal communications? Why do smart organisations spend so much time on it?

86 weeks ago from Google

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Nick Jones: There are many barriers of commucation such as culture, norms, and consistancy. Overlooking these barries would be problematic and synergy would ...MoreThere are many barriers of commucation such as culture, norms, and consistancy. Overlooking these barries would be problematic and synergy would be lost. Therefore companies spend a lot of resources seeking commication solutions. A point to make here is that one solution may not work across multiple orgs.
86 weeks ago
Serafima Bogomolova: I believe that internal communications are importan for the smooth running of any company... internal communications is co-ordination of all ...MoreI believe that internal communications are importan for the smooth running of any company... internal communications is co-ordination of all activities and also synchronizing the company vertically and horizontally... internal communications also create a flow of information and tasks and ensure that the company works without 'breaks'... Basically, it is core to the success of any company... It is like a watch mechanism - if all parts work well and are connected then the watch works well, if any element of the internal mechanism is broken or disconnected, the watch will stop or will show wrong time...
85 weeks ago
 
Jarred Taylor Are you interested in legal issues on the Internet? Fascinated by how the web affects copyright, privacy, free expression, and more? Want to work with an incredible team of lawyers and make an impact on Google's products? Apply for my job (I'm off to law school): http://www.google.com/intl/en/jobs/uslocations/mountain-view/legal/legal...

88 weeks ago from Google

 
Lindsay Browning For all those interviewing with us (or thinking of applying) http://bit.ly/bzqbb

88 weeks ago from Google

 
Lindsay Browning Hi everyone! Lindsay here from Google Staffing in Dublin. I'll be hosting this page so really looking forward to plenty of discussions and content. This month Google was voted most reputable company in Ireland! http://bit.ly/9PQz3T What is it that makes a company reputable?

88 weeks ago from Google, u30pro, I am Gen Y, Professional Development and Employee Benefits3 more

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Steve Wright: Robin is right; it starts with people. Your managers, supervisors, and even your board of directors need to first think how to best serve their ...MoreRobin is right; it starts with people. Your managers, supervisors, and even your board of directors need to first think how to best serve their customers so that they are truly helping and appreciative. Second, they need to help and be appreciative of their employees.
87 weeks ago
Steve Wright: Google seems to excel in both of these areas
87 weeks ago
 
Chelsea Merget Hey everyone. I'm looking for an intern position anywhere in the LA area for the summer. I'm currently a rising junior at BU majoring in PR and psychology. I'm a bubbly, hard-working person and I would be honored to gain any experience at all in the PR field.

97 weeks ago from Google

 
Christina Brown Hi people! Loyal Google fan and recent grad here!

100 weeks ago from Google

 
Stephen Cullen Pretty good write up regarding chromium OS: http://tinyurl.com/yjz5kpa

106 weeks ago from Google

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Stephen Cullen: Rebecca, I am also excited to see how this plays into the ongoing OS evolution game we see companies like Microsoft and Apple playing. My major ...MoreRebecca, I am also excited to see how this plays into the ongoing OS evolution game we see companies like Microsoft and Apple playing. My major concern with a cloud based OS was touched upon at the end of the article, what do you do when you do not have an internet connection? I imagine Google will have this ironed out prior to launch, my best guess would be that they implement something similar to Gears.
106 weeks ago
Rebecca Thorman: It's funny, when my connection goes out, I just take a break. It's never long enough to be truly bothersome (although certainly annoying), and ...MoreIt's funny, when my connection goes out, I just take a break. It's never long enough to be truly bothersome (although certainly annoying), and hopefully coverage will be ubiquitous in the future. Something as simple as an offline feature (like Gmail Offline or browing while offline), would work I bet. Definitely looking forward to it!
106 weeks ago
 
Stephen Cullen Android is coming along nicely, and I am eager to see how the Chrome OS pans out when it is fully baked. I would like to see Google Sync work a little smoother with the Maemo 5 platform though.

106 weeks ago from Google

 

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