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Network Leader: Jay Neely
Mike Ambassador Bruny
Interested in what your biggest Networking Challenge is? Especially when it comes to conferences and events (I'm creating a networking package...more to come)
Networking Tip: Sort Your Contacts by City or Region--Live from Brooklyn (short video) http://bit.ly/jaOhAC
32 weeks ago from Boston, Personal Development and Networking Tips1 more
JRandom42:
My biggest networking challenge? Going to a networking event and not feeling like a hemophiliac at a vampire convention. As a technical ...MoreMy biggest networking challenge? Going to a networking event and not feeling like a hemophiliac at a vampire convention. As a technical professional, an introvert, and an adult diagnosed Asperger, relating to people is tough enough as it is, let alone at an event where there are hordes of people. Probably why I relate better to software and cats. :)
6 days ago
6 days ago
Mike Ambassador Bruny:
@JRandom42, when you do go to events do you have a trusted friend that you can go with or do you go solo. I'm an extrovert or so I thought until I ...More@JRandom42, when you do go to events do you have a trusted friend that you can go with or do you go solo. I'm an extrovert or so I thought until I went to this 3 day summit last year and was totally ready to be away from people. I found having an anchor in someone I knew that I could take a timeout with helped tons. I also reached out to many of the folks at the event before the actual event (used twitter hashtag and facebook) so help make the transition a bit easier.
6 days ago
6 days ago
Mike Ambassador Bruny
To all my Boston and near by folks; have you ever been to the MegaTweetUp put on by BostonTweetUp? I went last year and will be helping out this year. If you are in the area on Jan. 24th (next Tuesday), it's an awesome place to network and see how social and new media is being leveraged to help raise money for charity and connect cool people.
Look for me; the Black guy wearing the bowtie. Here's the eventbrite link:
http://bit.ly/MegaTweetUp3
3 weeks ago from Boston and Social Media
Mike Ambassador Bruny
If you are going to be in Boston on 1/24 you want to come to the 3rd Annual Mega Tweet up by @BostonTweetUp. I look forward to seeing you there. http://megatweetup3-autohome.eventbrite.com/
4 weeks ago from Boston and Social Media
Jay Neely
Went to Pittsfield w/ friends to vacation at a cottage on the lake. Wonderful experience. What's your favorite getaway from the city?
126 weeks ago from Boston
Bruce Blake:
Salem Ferry. Ends in October. Best on a warm summer night, but still fun now too--if you like ghosts and goblins.
124 weeks ago
124 weeks ago
Ryan Paugh
Even though I'm currently living in Madison, WI I'd really love to move back to the East Coast soon to be near more friends and family. I've sold my girlfriend on the idea of coming with me. Her first pick is somewhere in North Carolina. My first pick is somewhere in/around Boston, MA.
She thinks Boston is too cold + doesn't have enough of an artsy scene. I guess I'm not really sure. I figured I'd leave it up to the experts. Any thoughts guys?
83 weeks ago from Relocation, Boston, Beantown Bloggers and North Carolina Bloggers2 more
Dan Schawbel and Kristen Jeffers recommended this
Rick Wahlberg:
Despite the unemployment rate consider Providence, RI. You can still work in the Boston market.
We have a fine cluster of regional theater with ...MoreDespite the unemployment rate consider Providence, RI. You can still work in the Boston market.
We have a fine cluster of regional theater with a national reputation. And a fine local music scene.
And a cluster of excellent colleges, Brown University, Rhode Island School Of Design, Johnson & Wales...
North Carolina is nice too, different. Cost of living is less but so are salaries.
Good luck. I lived in WI for two years before returning to RI, don't regret it.
81 weeks ago
We have a fine cluster of regional theater with ...MoreDespite the unemployment rate consider Providence, RI. You can still work in the Boston market.
We have a fine cluster of regional theater with a national reputation. And a fine local music scene.
And a cluster of excellent colleges, Brown University, Rhode Island School Of Design, Johnson & Wales...
North Carolina is nice too, different. Cost of living is less but so are salaries.
Good luck. I lived in WI for two years before returning to RI, don't regret it.
81 weeks ago
Harriet May:
Yay to North Carolina! I love Charlotte. Uptown is fabulous, and getting better. We have NoDa which is our art district, and lots of nightlife ...MoreYay to North Carolina! I love Charlotte. Uptown is fabulous, and getting better. We have NoDa which is our art district, and lots of nightlife and restaurants and local events. It still feels like a small town though.
I'm working in Wilmington right now, which is a big difference... great for people watching but I haven't made my mind up about it yet!
76 weeks ago
I'm working in Wilmington right now, which is a big difference... great for people watching but I haven't made my mind up about it yet!
76 weeks ago
Ryan Paugh
Hey guys -- I'm heading to Cape Cod on Saturday but not before I have a quick lunch in Boston to show my girlfriend around the city. I'd eventually love to live in Boston someday and I want to convince her to come with me. If I only have a 2-hour window to show her around what would you recommend that I do?
76 weeks ago from Beantown Bloggers and Boston
Ryan Paugh:
Thanks for all of the tips you guys. I ended up not having a ton of time in Boston so we went to Quincy Market and hit up the Oyster House for ...MoreThanks for all of the tips you guys. I ended up not having a ton of time in Boston so we went to Quincy Market and hit up the Oyster House for dinner. It ended up being great because there was a lot of different things going on and my girlfriend loved it.
I'm definitely going to try to come back out to Boston soon to visit some friends and get my girlfriend acquainted with the softer side of Boston. Quincy Market wouldn't be one of our normal hangouts if I lived out there.
Any ideas?
75 weeks ago
I'm definitely going to try to come back out to Boston soon to visit some friends and get my girlfriend acquainted with the softer side of Boston. Quincy Market wouldn't be one of our normal hangouts if I lived out there.
Any ideas?
75 weeks ago
Mike Ambassador Bruny
Thought you might be interested in my Storify recap of the Massachusetts Conference for Women. "Yes" I was one of the few guys there. Share as you see fit: http://storify.com/ambassadorbruny/2011-massachusetts-women-s-conference
7 weeks ago from Boston, Entrepreneurs and Personal Development1 more
Tracy Brisson recommended this
Jay Neely
I've published the first iteration of a "How to find a job in Boston" guide I'm working on: http://www.whattodoboston.com/moving-to-boston/how-to-find-a-job-in-boston
Hope it's helpful to many of you; would love to hear suggestions for improving it.
7 weeks ago from Boston
Jay Neely
I've just launched http://startupsinboston.com/ - a list of Boston area startups (with those that are hiring marked), filterable by industry, location, etc. Would love feedback and suggestions.
8 weeks ago from Boston
Sunanda Nair recommended this
Mike Ambassador Bruny
Anyone else going ot the MITX Awards in Boston this evening? I'm always up for connecting with other Brazen folks.
9 weeks ago from Boston
Jay Neely
If you or your friends are job-seeking, I've rounded up 245 Boston-area jobs & paid internships: http://bit.ly/hpvvmF - marketing, design, development, and more. Please spread the word!
13 weeks ago from Boston
Jay Neely
Hey everyone, I'll be speaking at EFactor's Boston New Marketing event this Thursday evening. Would love to see some of you there: http://www.efactor.com/newmarketingboston
25 weeks ago from Boston
Mike Ambassador Bruny
After the World Domination Summit a few weeks ago I had time to kill before catching a red eye so I decided to head to the Oregon coast. Not sure if you have been there but it is beautiful. Here is a brief video I created for you. Comments and feedback is always welcomed...On Location at Goonies Rock in Oregon..What's your Rock? [video] http://ow.ly/5vhG1
31 weeks ago from Personal Development and Boston
Mike Ambassador Bruny
My Seth Godin Facebook Book Club is reading or listening to his latest work, "Poke the Box," for the month of July. Do you want in? See the conversation and take the 30 day challenge. SethGodinbookclub@groups.facebook.com
31 weeks ago from Personal Development, Boston, Book Shelf and Motivational and Inspirational Quotes2 more
Erin O'Bryan and Megan Atkinson recommended this
Jon Bishop
Hey Boston Brazens! Check out Boston WordCamp if you haven't yet. http://2011.boston.wordcamp.org
31 weeks ago from Boston
Mike Ambassador Bruny
Do you use a notebook to take notes? I'm talking good ole fashion paper and pen; this short video will be helpful. Feedback always welcomed: http://ambassadorbruny.com/toc
33 weeks ago from Professional Development, Ask A Coach, Boston and Work/Life Blur2 more
JRandom42:
Why not? No power needed, no special technology needed, totally portable, intuitive to use and notes are as permanent as you like them to be.
33 weeks ago
33 weeks ago
Mike Ambassador Bruny
Do we have any Brazen Members who are hikers? Even if you are not, I think you will dig this: 4 Lessons from 3100 Feet Above Sea Level. http://ambassadorbruny.com/4-lessons-from-3100-feet-above-sea-level”
38 weeks ago from Work/Life Blur, Personal Development, Professional Development and Boston2 more
Mark W.:
"The video was shot on location in NH–sorry, no bow tie, but plenty of bugs."
As a resident of the foothills of the Adirondacks and hiker, let me ...More"The video was shot on location in NH–sorry, no bow tie, but plenty of bugs."
As a resident of the foothills of the Adirondacks and hiker, let me guess - black flies. :) I think that's why Fall is my favorite season - at least in the woods.
38 weeks ago
As a resident of the foothills of the Adirondacks and hiker, let me ...More"The video was shot on location in NH–sorry, no bow tie, but plenty of bugs."
As a resident of the foothills of the Adirondacks and hiker, let me guess - black flies. :) I think that's why Fall is my favorite season - at least in the woods.
38 weeks ago
TOP IDEA:
Mike Ambassador Bruny
Part of my leadership program involves reading books. The last book we read was "Tribes" by Seth Godin. I really like what this guy has to say and have been inspired to lead a Seth Godin Book Club starting Jan. 2011. We will read and discuss one of his books a month for the duration of the year. I wanted to send the first invitation to my Brazen Family to both join and help shape what it will look like. You in?
64 weeks ago from Boston, Book Shelf and Upstarts!1 more
Jessica Bahr and Mozart recommended this
Mike Ambassador Bruny:
Jonette, it's not too late. April we are ready, "Purple Cow." Friend me on Facebook and I'll get you in the group.
44 weeks ago
44 weeks ago
Dawn Lennon:
A terrific author to soak up: I heard Seth Godin speak at the launch of Linchpin. He was great and so is the book, just like Tribes. His daily ...MoreA terrific author to soak up: I heard Seth Godin speak at the launch of Linchpin. He was great and so is the book, just like Tribes. His daily blogs are also amazing and worth subscribing. Enjoy.
38 weeks ago
38 weeks ago
Mike Ambassador Bruny
The count down has begun. In 8hrs I take on Mt. Monadnock. Sponsor my charity hike for Habitat for Humanity if so moved. Only $5 and you can donate on line. Not doing anything tomorrow and in the area? Feel free to join us. Http://bit.ly/hike4humanity
38 weeks ago from Boston and Nonprofiteers
Timothy Johnson III
Hi Boston Brazens! I'm doing some background research on Bean Town, and I was curious: What's the standard of living in Boston/Cambridge? What type of salary range would you need to live comfortably up there? Feedback would be appreciated. Thanks a lot!
42 weeks ago from Boston
Anastasia Magnitskaia:
If you live on the subway line and work in the city, then having a car is not necessary. Zip car has all sorts of discounts that you can get and ...MoreIf you live on the subway line and work in the city, then having a car is not necessary. Zip car has all sorts of discounts that you can get and it is about $50 per annual fee plus $7-14 per hour for rental. It also depends on what lifestyle you are used to- if you want to live by yourself, then it depends on where you live. Typically 1 BR apartment would go around $1300 or so in a decent area. Obviously if you live downtown, it will be more.
42 weeks ago
42 weeks ago
Mike Costello:
It all depends on where you are working. I don't feel that Boston is as easy to navigate as NY/NJ but it is much smaller you can walk quite a bit.
39 weeks ago
39 weeks ago
Mike Ambassador Bruny
My nephew Johnny is getting ready to go to college and is trying to make a decision between Seton Hall, Brandeis, UCONN & R.I.T.(accepted to all) What kind of questions would you ask as you visit the different schools? What do you think is most important in choosing a college? He has to make a decision by May 1.
44 weeks ago from Education and Boston
Rebecca Thorman recommended this
Regina Richardson:
I'd ask about Alumni/ae involvement, both from a job finding perspective and from an overall involvement with the school after grad.
If he ...MoreI'd ask about Alumni/ae involvement, both from a job finding perspective and from an overall involvement with the school after grad.
If he received the all important financial aid, ask if grants and such may be extended to cover electives with extra fees, such as music lessons. I found out almost too late that my grants would extend to cover such things.
42 weeks ago
If he ...MoreI'd ask about Alumni/ae involvement, both from a job finding perspective and from an overall involvement with the school after grad.
If he received the all important financial aid, ask if grants and such may be extended to cover electives with extra fees, such as music lessons. I found out almost too late that my grants would extend to cover such things.
42 weeks ago
Mike Ambassador Bruny:
@Regina Thank you.
@Brazen Crew - Little Johnny decided to go to R.I.T. Working out the details as we speak.
40 weeks ago
40 weeks ago
Mike Ambassador Bruny
Brazen folks, I created this post and play list for folks getting ready to graduate from college. I'm looking for suggestions of good places to post it. http://bit.ly/f9WnkH
43 weeks ago from Music, Boston, Interns and Professional Development2 more
Mona Abdel-Halim:
There's so many places you can post. For one, you've posted it here. For other sites, check out a listing of career blogs by going to MoreThere's so many places you can post. For one, you've posted it here. For other sites, check out a listing of career blogs by going to http://www.blogcatalog.com/category/business/career-jobs/
I also know that CampusSplash's blog is a good site that's really receptive to guest blog posts: http://campussplash.com/
43 weeks ago
I also know that CampusSplash's blog is a good site that's really receptive to guest blog posts: http://campussplash.com/
43 weeks ago
Mike Ambassador Bruny
Brazen folks, I created this post and play list for folks getting ready to graduate from college. I'm looking for suggestions of good places to post it. http://bit.ly/f9WnkH
43 weeks ago from Music, Boston, Interns and Professional Development2 more
Mike Ambassador Bruny
Opening up these question to all my Brazen People: 2 questions:
1. What do you wish school would have taught you?
2. What's the most valuable advice you would give to students who are getting ready to graduate college in 2011?
Looking to leverage Brazen Power *flexing muscle as I write it*. Working on updating a presentation to graduating College Seniors.
48 weeks ago from Professional Development, Upstarts!, Boston and Ask A Coach2 more
Clara Kuo:
Tell them there are reasons not to go to grad school, like if you want to get an MBA, make sure they know that they do it to pursue a passion not ...MoreTell them there are reasons not to go to grad school, like if you want to get an MBA, make sure they know that they do it to pursue a passion not to get a job at a brand name company. Pursue passion, career is a journey not a destination.
46 weeks ago
46 weeks ago
Amanda Torres:
My answers for both 1 and 2 are related in the fact that I wish school would have taught me or rather encouraged/pushed me to get an ...MoreMy answers for both 1 and 2 are related in the fact that I wish school would have taught me or rather encouraged/pushed me to get an internship/work experience in my desired field. I have a degree in Economics, which is a subject I'm absolutely in love with, but with no related work experience, my degree is almost useless. (Perhaps I haven't done best at job searching either but that's another story...) So number 2, encourage future college graduates to get experience in whatever way they can: internships, job experiences, job shadowing, etc. etc. It would make the transition from college to the real world so much easier.
46 weeks ago
46 weeks ago
Mike Ambassador Bruny
I would like to personally invite all Brazen folks who have read, "The Dip" by Seth Godin to my Feb. virtual book club call which is on Sunday 2/27 at 3:30p.m. (EST). 712-432-1680; access code: 592654# Please RSVP on my Facebook event page (http://on.fb.me/feb_bookclub) so I know how many virtual cookies to bake. Your Ambassador, Bruny
50 weeks ago from Ask A Coach, Book Shelf, Boston, Creating a Life You Love and Personal Development3 more
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