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Brazen Undergrads
College is one of the most influential times in our lives. Independence and discovery shape every moment as we study as undergraduates across the country. However, we may struggle with figuring our our majors, how to get involved around campus, and developing our personal brands through professional development.
Brazen Undergrads is a network to connect undergraduate students. Share your experiences and feel free to develop relations with other students.
Network Leader: Zack Zaban
Z. Kelly Queijo
Smart College Visit has marketing internships available for spring semester. Our focus is on travel to visit college campuses for college-bound teens and their families. If you're enrolled in a 4-year, undergraduate program and are interested in learning more about our Campus Rep program, read more here - we'd love to talk with you!: http://www.smartcollegevisit.com/2011/10/smart-college-visit-internship-...
Z. Kelly Queijo
Smart College Visit has marketing internships available for spring semester. Our focus is on travel to visit college campuses for college-bound teens and their families. If you're enrolled in a 4-year, undergraduate program and are interested in learning more about our Campus Rep program, read more here - we'd love to talk with you!: http://www.smartcollegevisit.com/2011/10/smart-college-visit-internship-...
Lenyasja Breckenridge
Hello my fellow undergrads! I am seeking advice on how to find a job with little experience. I do possess fair customer service skills and phone skills. I am a student at Kaplan University (online) But, I feel this is not enough to land the job that I am looking for. What advice could you give me so that I can move forward?
Noel Rozny:
Ditto to all of the above! Interning is a great way to get your foot in the door, and some companies even hire their interns (or help them find a ...MoreDitto to all of the above! Interning is a great way to get your foot in the door, and some companies even hire their interns (or help them find a job within the industry).
20 weeks ago
20 weeks ago
Susanne Goldstein:
I kicked off a contest to help Get Americans to work. I am offering career coaching for the next three months fro FREE to help you secure your job ...MoreI kicked off a contest to help Get Americans to work. I am offering career coaching for the next three months fro FREE to help you secure your job and career? Check out http://youtu.be/D0s3zjKXiqM
20 weeks ago
20 weeks ago
Dave Ellis
I wrote a blog post today that young professionals, and those soon entering the Real World may find useful. It's a perspective on how you aren't expected to know everything in your early career - so don't pretend to. Listen and ask questions. Please let me know what you think... http://bit.ly/o50uts
22 weeks ago from I am Gen Y, INTERNal Affairs, Interns and Brazen Undergrads2 more
TOP IDEA:
Mehul Kar
Are we being held back by formalities? I applied to be the commencement speaker at my graduation in May. The committee loved my speech and delivery, but they couldn't select me because it wasn't formal enough. Take a look and tell me what you think.
http://blog.mehulkar.com/2011/03/an-informal-commencement-speech/
48 weeks ago from Entrepreneur, Entrepreneurs, Brazen Bloggers, Gen-Y Professional Bloggers and Brazen Undergrads3 more
Rebecca Thorman and Mehul Kar recommended this
Mehul Kar:
Totally agree with you there. As far as this speech goes, did you think it was too personal and direct? Or were you just not interested because ...MoreTotally agree with you there. As far as this speech goes, did you think it was too personal and direct? Or were you just not interested because you're not much of a poetry guy?
30 weeks ago
30 weeks ago
Edward Antrobus:
I'm not much of a commencement speech guy. I'll admit that I've only skimmed over the speech because of the format as well. Along with being "not ...MoreI'm not much of a commencement speech guy. I'll admit that I've only skimmed over the speech because of the format as well. Along with being "not much of a poetry guy," I find the format very hard to read. I just can't keep my eyes focused on such short lines. But from what I saw, I didn't see any content that was substantively different than any other commencement speech. As long as you don't name names or reveal secrets (others or your own), I don't think you could have gotten too personal or direct.
29 weeks ago
29 weeks ago
Dr. Woody
Richard Branson on Opportunity - Check out my Fox Business interview with Sir Richard Branson of the Virgin Group: The Opportunity of Unemployment! http://ow.ly/5BVA6 - Share your thoughts!
30 weeks ago from Google - Employees & Fans, Brazen Undergrads, Graduate Students, Brazen Careerists on Twitter and Brazen Careerists in New York City3 more
Cameron Plommer
Want a personal job search website? I think I can help you out. I'm willing to work with you on price. If this is something you would like to invest in to help you get a job or establish your personal brand online, here's what I offer: http://cameronplommer.com/need-a-job/
79 weeks ago from Brazen Undergrads, Career Changers, Consultants R US and Entry-Level Young Professionals2 more
Cameron Plommer
Just graduated? Trying to find a job or just got hired? Here's what I learned from my first position out of school working full-time http://ow.ly/5jvgC
34 weeks ago from Brazen Undergrads, The Career Hot Seat!, GenYJourney: Tips, Insights, Experiences For Young Professionals and Professional Development2 more
Becky Benishek recommended this
Brett Kunsch
As my sister Sam graduates from college this weekend, I wrote her a letter containing some older brother non-directive guidance: http://bit.ly/gT9cx2 What experiences, wisdom, or motivation will you share with your younger siblings or cousins as they graduate this spring?
42 weeks ago from Brazen Undergrads, GenYJourney: Tips, Insights, Experiences For Young Professionals, Education, Career Rocketeer and Personal Development3 more
Regina Richardson:
LMAO -- everything I told my sister when she graduated was blown off...now she tells me how so very right I was. LOL
42 weeks ago
42 weeks ago
Cameron Plommer
I read this article and thought of this group: http://thoughtcatalog.com/2011/how-to-dress-like-a-college-student/
Cameron Plommer
When i graduated from college I wish I knew that anything worth doing will take a long time. In school everything is in quarters or semesters chunks, 3 months at a time then it's over and on to the next thing. Information on tests is only important for a couple weeks.
Since graduating I've realized it takes far longer to do anything in the real world. Much more work is involved over a long period of time. Since I'm not used to this I often get frustrated and feel like giving up.
76 weeks ago from What I Wish I Knew Then, Brazen Undergrads, Creating a Life You Love and Personal Development2 more
Mike Ambassador Bruny:
My man Cameron, I'm actually putting a program together with a partner that is focused on what we are calling GOLD (Grads Of the Last Decade) and ...MoreMy man Cameron, I'm actually putting a program together with a partner that is focused on what we are calling GOLD (Grads Of the Last Decade) and we were just talking about how everything in school can be so structured and then you graduate with no more structure. We're hoping what we create can help the people. On the note of things taking longer, one of the things I had to get used to is counting on others to get things done. I did my part and i'm ready to go, but must wait (which usually means follow up) for someone else. I'm usually so ready to move on to the next.
Your Ambassador,
Mike Bruny
75 weeks ago
Your Ambassador,
Mike Bruny
75 weeks ago
Laura Scheppler:
Cameron, it is frustrating. Don't give up though. You might not want to limit yourself to exactly what your degree is in. I know that if I ...MoreCameron, it is frustrating. Don't give up though. You might not want to limit yourself to exactly what your degree is in. I know that if I strictly stuck to my major I would be languishing teaching history somewhere. Try to think outside the box as painful as that may be (it certainly is for me).
I think this venue is interesting; in fact my husband and I were discussing how little guidance we got from school (and family), regarding career choices. We are still "finding ourselves" although it is kind of like trying to locate things in an oversized paper bag without a real entry or exit in place.
Sometimes, it may be a case of "Be careful what you pray for, you may get it."
75 weeks ago
I think this venue is interesting; in fact my husband and I were discussing how little guidance we got from school (and family), regarding career choices. We are still "finding ourselves" although it is kind of like trying to locate things in an oversized paper bag without a real entry or exit in place.
Sometimes, it may be a case of "Be careful what you pray for, you may get it."
75 weeks ago
Dr. Woody
Acing the Interview! Check out my Twitter Chat tonight at 8pm EST and share your interview experiences! Follow #DrWoodyChat - For details: http://ow.ly/4VXyV
38 weeks ago from Entry-Level Young Professionals, Personal Development, Professional Development, Brazen Undergrads and GenYJourney: Tips, Insights, Experiences For Young Professionals3 more
Brett Kunsch
Want three hours of free advice, tools, and motivation for your career? Be sure to sign up for “Jump to the Top: Get Noticed in an Ocean of Applicants,” a FREE jobseeker 3-part webinar series with 3 NYC career coaches [The Opportunities Project, me, and Coach Jennie]: http://bit.ly/lRqzET
39 weeks ago from Job Resources and Career Coaching, Interns, Brazen Undergrads, Career Rocketeer and Career Changers3 more
Megan Atkinson and Tracy Brisson recommended this
Megan Atkinson:
Brett + Tracy + Jennie = MIND-BOGGLING AWESOMENESS. You collaboration superstars just keep outdoing yourselves.
39 weeks ago
39 weeks ago
Brett Kunsch
I'm pleased to announce an intensive workshop I'm doing with career coach Tracy Brisson in NYC this Saturday - "4 Hour Goals: The Art & Science of Making Things Happen" http://4hourgoals.eventbrite.com/ Hope to see some of you there!!
40 weeks ago from Brazen Careerists in New York City, Personal Development, Brazen Undergrads, Entry-Level Young Professionals and Productivity & Time-Management3 more
Megan Atkinson, Tracy Brisson and Jana Schuberth recommended this
Brett Kunsch:
@Tracy - me, too!
@Jana and @Megan - Thank you both very much for the support :)
40 weeks ago
40 weeks ago
Brett Kunsch:
Tracy and I answer some questions about the event on video: MoreTracy and I answer some questions about the event on video: http://bit.ly/lYiam6
40 weeks ago
40 weeks ago
Tony Forte
How important is it to have sponsors/advocates in the workplace? Does anyone have any insights as to how to gain their interest? Here's a good read on the subject: http://www.urbanprofessor.com/2011/04/20/sponsor-advocates-in-the-workpl...
42 weeks ago from I am Gen Y, Graduate Students, Brazen Undergrads, Career Rocketeer and Inspiring Leadership3 more
Tony Forte
"I wish I had known then what I know now", we've all said this before, when it comes to going after your "dream job" there are a few things to grasp sooner than later. Here's a good read about what your classes usually won't tell you: http://www.urbanprofessor.com/2011/04/12/6-things-your-classes-won%E2%80...
43 weeks ago from Entry-Level Young Professionals, Brazen Undergrads, Education, Future Leaders and Mentors & Mentees3 more
Tracy Brisson
Hey Brazen Careerists- last chance to apply for my Spring 2011 Scholarship- application closes on Friday, April 8th at 11:59PM. If you're a college student, recent grad (2008 or later) or a female vet, you should apply. My judging panel is excited to get your application! http://t.co/AbGqifR
44 weeks ago from Brazen Undergrads, Ask A Coach, Personal Development and Entry-Level Young Professionals2 more
Tony Forte
Ever thought about a career in Brand Retail? Creating the retail environments and lifestyles that consumers connect with when they enter a store. Meet Zak Hoke of Nike Inc. in the Urban Professor: Profess Series, this story is quite inspiring...
http://www.urbanprofessor.com/2011/04/05/profess-series-w-zak-hoke/
44 weeks ago from Brazen Undergrads, Brazen Careerists in New York City, Career Changers, Creatively Inspired and Entry-Level Young Professionals3 more
Tony Forte
Why the Miami Heat, Boston Celtics, and NY Knicks may be helpful in planning your career, read the importance of having your own "Big 3".
http://www.urbanprofessor.com/2011/04/04/whos-your-big-3-developing-a-te...
44 weeks ago from Brazen Careerists in New York City, Atlanta Professionals, Brazen Undergrads, Entrepreneurs and Entry-Level Young Professionals3 more
Tyler Durbin
I enjoy reading but find it difficult holding myself accountable to read & absorb it! So GenYJourney has created a sister site: http://GenYBookClub.com.
GenYBookClub is an online community & monthly twitter chat dedicated to bringing the best GenY books & minds together. We vote on a book, take a month to read it & then have a twitter chat (#GenYBookClub) the 1st Tuesday of each month at 8pm ET. The idea is simple: One book. One month. One chat.
Is this something you’d want to be involved in?
45 weeks ago from GenYJourney: Tips, Insights, Experiences For Young Professionals, Brazen Bloggers, Brazen Undergrads, I am Gen Y and u30pro3 more
Megan Atkinson, Brett Kunsch and Whitney May Parker recommended this
Tyler Durbin:
@Timothy That was a suggestion from the survey we took before launching. We will be taking suggestions at the end of each chat and will be ...More@Timothy That was a suggestion from the survey we took before launching. We will be taking suggestions at the end of each chat and will be posting the Top 5 for the community to vote on. I'm sure that book will be the Book of the Month very soon!
So glad to have you! Thanks for joining us. :)
45 weeks ago
So glad to have you! Thanks for joining us. :)
45 weeks ago
Tyler Durbin:
We got tons of great publicity yesterday for the launch of #GenYBookClub! Thank you!
We will continue to take votes on the book through the end ...MoreWe got tons of great publicity yesterday for the launch of #GenYBookClub! Thank you!
We will continue to take votes on the book through the end of the week and announce the book via email (make sure you are signed up) on Monday morning! Is there anything your curious about? What can we be doing different?
45 weeks ago
We will continue to take votes on the book through the end ...MoreWe got tons of great publicity yesterday for the launch of #GenYBookClub! Thank you!
We will continue to take votes on the book through the end of the week and announce the book via email (make sure you are signed up) on Monday morning! Is there anything your curious about? What can we be doing different?
45 weeks ago
Tracy Brisson
I am not sure how I missed posting this on Brazen(!), but I am giving away three career coaching scholarships- one to a college student, one to a young professional (graduated college after 2008), and one to a female veteran transitioning into civilian work. Applications are due April 8th. Feel free to ask questions: http://t.co/AbGqifR
45 weeks ago from Ask A Coach, Young Professional Women (YPW), Brazen Undergrads and Personal Development2 more
Rebecca Thorman and Noel Rozny recommended this
Tracy Brisson:
I am located in NYC, but I work with clients all over the country. The recipients of the scholarship will receive coaching via Skype or phone. ...MoreI am located in NYC, but I work with clients all over the country. The recipients of the scholarship will receive coaching via Skype or phone. Thanks!
45 weeks ago
45 weeks ago
Brett Kunsch
Are we still really "Waiting on the World to Change," as John Mayer sang about in 2006? I think not. But I do see people continuing with this passive approach to life. How do we show our generation that it's us as individuals (rather than "the world") that we have control over changing? http://bit.ly/dF1bWO
47 weeks ago from Brazen Undergrads, Ask Penelope Trunk!, I am Gen Y, GenYJourney: Tips, Insights, Experiences For Young Professionals and GenYChat3 more
Chris Pryd:
I'd stop quoting and following false solutions widely advertised but connect dots my best way. Outsourcing solutions is smart but dangerous when ...MoreI'd stop quoting and following false solutions widely advertised but connect dots my best way. Outsourcing solutions is smart but dangerous when used as the only way.
47 weeks ago
47 weeks ago
Brett Kunsch:
@Bryson - I dig it! 1000awesomethings is one of my favorite sites and something that allows people to inspire others to "be the change" would be ...More@Bryson - I dig it! 1000awesomethings is one of my favorite sites and something that allows people to inspire others to "be the change" would be pretty sweet. In a way, people on Brazen are doing that already through all of these exchanges of ideas.
@Chris - Could you expand a bit on that? I think I follow but I'd love to hear more of your perspective!
46 weeks ago
@Chris - Could you expand a bit on that? I think I follow but I'd love to hear more of your perspective!
46 weeks ago
Brittney
Compuware is looking for upcoming college grads or recently graduated(2010-2011,entry-level) w/ a Computer Science background (or related) for our Software Delivery Consultant role. If you are interested in working w/ a global IT organization and a full-time, salaried position, w/ benefits. Please contact me!
Sonila
I am finishing my Thesis called 'Green Advertising ' but need help with some thought on my questionaries . Only two min of your time If your can, really appreciate. Click on link here:
https://spreadsheets.google.com/viewform
formkey=dEdTVjZYWUxJX0VBaExNcmNlNUF6c3c6MQ
TOP IDEA:
Tracy Brisson
My colleagues and I wrote a white paper called The Economic Achievement Gap: No End in Sight that lays out how the achievement gap doesn't end once students enter college, even though that's the focus of K-12 education. You can DL our paper here. http://is.gd/HJ9Fta
I'm looking for guest bloggers to blog about the connection between education, college and economic achievement- personal stories, practitioner thoughts, etc. I am open! Please reply or send me a DM for more details.
50 weeks ago from Education and Brazen Undergrads
Karolyn Chowning:
Hi Tracy - I might have something for you. Are you familiar with the TRiO programs? LMK if that's not too off-base for your theme: MoreHi Tracy - I might have something for you. Are you familiar with the TRiO programs? LMK if that's not too off-base for your theme: kchowning@occc.edu / http://www.occc.edu/trio/
48 weeks ago
48 weeks ago
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