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Demetra Allen Question: What do you think is the lead motivator for getting individuals to take action and get involved in issues that impact their community?

1 week ago from Brazen Undergrads, Monthly Goal Meet-Up, Creatively Inspired, Business as Mission and Non-Profit Management 3 more

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Chris Jeanty: Personally, I would advise you when you are out there campaigning to get people to do more within there community to make sure you emphasize a) ...MorePersonally, I would advise you when you are out there campaigning to get people to do more within there community to make sure you emphasize a) what the people volunteering will get out of it and b) since we live in an individualistic culture that prides itself on providing people a hand-up and not a hand-out, I would emphasize the "opportunity" you would be giving those within said community to alleviate their situation themselves WITH your organizations assistance, rather than having your organization alleviate the situation FOR them.

Best advice I can provide as a former local community organizer myself.
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Andy Huston: The book Switch has some good points - The Rider, The Elephant, & The Path.

Everyone wants to do good, but they need to feel ...MoreThe book Switch has some good points - The Rider, The Elephant, & The Path.

Everyone wants to do good, but they need to feel like they have a defined objective to accomplish otherwise any role is TOO big to tackle. I also like Kate's answer above - make a clear ask.

3 hours ago

Demetra Allen I'm organizing a forum on entrepreneurship at my university.Does anyone have any suggestion on some unique/creative approaches to presenting the forum? Theme? Concept?

6 days ago from Social Entrepreneurs, Brazen Undergrads and Creatively Inspired 1 more

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Chris Jeanty: Definitely advertise, especially where young entrepeneiers maybe. (Your local library, Business school, etc etc.) And that link Tariq provided is ...MoreDefinitely advertise, especially where young entrepeneiers maybe. (Your local library, Business school, etc etc.) And that link Tariq provided is pretty good.
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Tariq West: I would also refer you to two other really great resources: MoreI would also refer you to two other really great resources: http://ecorner.stanford.edu/ and http://stvp.stanford.edu/teaching/resources.html
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Lisa Lahey I have a job swappee on monday March 22 for my newly invented National Job Swap Day!! I am swapping with Dr. Robert E McGiniss - he is a YA author. I have no idea what he wants me to do - wish me ...MoreI have a job swappee on monday March 22 for my newly invented National Job Swap Day!! I am swapping with Dr. Robert E McGiniss - he is a YA author. I have no idea what he wants me to do - wish me luck!

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Christina Brown Happy St. Patrick's Day everyone! To celebrate, read my newest blog post, Alice in Twitterland: How to Tweet Like a Rockstar! Enjoy! MoreHappy St. Patrick's Day everyone! To celebrate, read my newest blog post, Alice in Twitterland: How to Tweet Like a Rockstar! Enjoy! http://tinyurl.com/y8fn82q

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Ty Unglebower My latest audition went really well. http://bit.ly/cVXIFU

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Ty Unglebower I just wanted to share one of the cooler things that has happened during my short Twitter career so far.

The other day was "Follow the Arts Day", and all were encouraged to follow a ...MoreI just wanted to share one of the cooler things that has happened during my short Twitter career so far.

The other day was "Follow the Arts Day", and all were encouraged to follow a new arts group, as well as encourage followers to do so. I made mention of the Folger Library in one of my many posts that day calling for new followers. Later that day the Folger Library tweeted a personal thank you to me. Not much to some, but Folger is a pretty big deal to art types like myself.

1 week ago from Brazen Careerists on Twitter and Creatively Inspired

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JenG: Very cool, Ty! I've committed to learning Twitter once I leave my job. It's too intimidating until then. I'll be looking to you for some tips!
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Ty Unglebower: I will help however I can.
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Ty Unglebower An elderly Romeo and Juliet? http://bit.ly/bg6G7b

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Sarah Bush I wrote a little mini review of The Armory Show in NYC last weekend-please check it out: MoreI wrote a little mini review of The Armory Show in NYC last weekend-please check it out: http://makegreatstuff.com/the-armory-show/

6 days ago from Creatively Inspired

Rebecca Thorman I enjoyed this article on how to avoid the "idea-to-idea" syndrome, and how so many of us are distracted by all of our ideas. I love the quote Belsky ends on, "Productive idealists recognize the ...MoreI enjoyed this article on how to avoid the "idea-to-idea" syndrome, and how so many of us are distracted by all of our ideas. I love the quote Belsky ends on, "Productive idealists recognize the value of resisting the seduction of creative flings that seldom last." - http://bit.ly/dCKjFG - are you an idea person? Or do you have a good mix of idea/productivity?

2 weeks ago from Productivity & Time-Management and Creatively Inspired

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Cecilia Ussher: Great piece. Thanks for sharing.
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Ty Unglebower: Well written. I will say that I have been a victim to that "disease" in the past, and on occasion I still am. But I think I am mostly in ...MoreWell written. I will say that I have been a victim to that "disease" in the past, and on occasion I still am. But I think I am mostly in remission, as it were.

As soon as I started writing down the basics of any idea I have, (especially fiction) as soon as it hits me, the better I got. Just the knowing that the basics of the idea DO EXIST on paper somewhere tends to calm me. It is always there to be referred to. It won't escape. If ever I want to start up on it, it's waiting for me. I don;t need to keep it in my head.

Maybe that's why people sometimes engage in so many ideas; they fear that if they don't, a great ideal will be forgotten by the time they finish something else.
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Vanessa Alvarado Anyone else out there creatively stunted from overwork? I have two art shows coming up but full time marketing work is killing my drive to make more art. What do you do to jump start creativity? ...MoreAnyone else out there creatively stunted from overwork? I have two art shows coming up but full time marketing work is killing my drive to make more art. What do you do to jump start creativity? I'm going to work on getting organized. With tips from http://bit.ly/c73YEu and http://bit.ly/yTncJ!

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Wilson Usman: How many hours a day do you work?
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Sarah: Hey Vanessa, I feel your pain too! Sometimes it helps me if immerse myself in other creative stuff, like buzzing through an art gallery or museum ...MoreHey Vanessa, I feel your pain too! Sometimes it helps me if immerse myself in other creative stuff, like buzzing through an art gallery or museum or talking to my grandad who is an awesome (and long winded!) story teller. I'm always randomly inspired by something he says without even trying. Hang in there! If all else fails, try wine. ;)
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Ty Unglebower Hello. I can't believe I didn't find this network until now. I am very much the creative type, (actor, writer, poet). I hope I can make some friends here that are like minded. (I even started a ...MoreHello. I can't believe I didn't find this network until now. I am very much the creative type, (actor, writer, poet). I hope I can make some friends here that are like minded. (I even started a theatre network here at BC, but nobody joined, alas.) You can read about my acting adventures at www.offbook.blogspot.com. I would love to hear from you. I'm also new to Twitter @TyUnglebower, hoping to find some arts related people to follow and be followed by. =)

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Vanessa Alvarado: What kind of acting experience do you have?
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Ty Unglebower: Well Vanessa, I began studying it in college 11 years ago or so. During college an in the 8 years since, I have been in about 30 productions as ...MoreWell Vanessa, I began studying it in college 11 years ago or so. During college an in the 8 years since, I have been in about 30 productions as last count. I tend to run the full gamut between comedy and drama, (Though I have been in more comedies. I am trying to keep it even.) Even the occasional musical. I have had several solos in those, though it has been years since I have tried out for one.

I have done professional work, (they paid me) once in a while, but most of it has been in the amateur circuit. (I'm not Unionized, so I can do such things.) I tend to like scripts where the dialogue is one of the stars, but have been in some mindless stuff as well, for fun.

I hope that answered your question, lol. You can always check my blog to...if you read a few entries here and there it will give a good idea of what my acting world has been like for the last few years.

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Sam Diener Hey all,

Just wanted to introduce myself. I joined up on Brazen at the recommendation of a couple of friends namely @mattchevy and @richdematteo. I think it would be safe to say I ...MoreHey all,

Just wanted to introduce myself. I joined up on Brazen at the recommendation of a couple of friends namely @mattchevy and @richdematteo. I think it would be safe to say I beat to my own drummer in the career world and I love all of this Gen Y hub-bub. Keep it going strong!

I'd love to connect with any of you, so feel free to reach out here or on my webpage!

Sam Diener

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Sam Diener: Vanessa - well I am passionate about exploring and networking, which in turns makes me money. Generally people get stuck in the routine of doing ...MoreVanessa - well I am passionate about exploring and networking, which in turns makes me money. Generally people get stuck in the routine of doing what makes them money and and forgetting to do what makes them passionate. I wrote an article about it a while ago. Want the link?

Sam
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Michelle Pawlowski: Sam, I also share a passion in exploring and a genuine interest in networking. I completely agree on your stance of riding on your passions rather ...MoreSam, I also share a passion in exploring and a genuine interest in networking. I completely agree on your stance of riding on your passions rather than your job. How have you applied your passions professionally?
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Sarah Bush Hi! I don't know how many of you live in the NJ/NY area, but I've just started The NJ/NY Creative Breakthroughs Meetup for my monthly workshops--I'd love it if you'd check it out! MoreHi! I don't know how many of you live in the NJ/NY area, but I've just started The NJ/NY Creative Breakthroughs Meetup for my monthly workshops--I'd love it if you'd check it out! http://www.meetup.com/The-NJ-NY-Creative-Breakthroughs-Meetup/

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Sarah Bush Hi All you Creatively Inspired People! I'm teaching a fabulous collage class at my studio in NJ (right outside Manhattan) called The Creative Breakthroughs Technique--if it's been a while since ...MoreHi All you Creatively Inspired People! I'm teaching a fabulous collage class at my studio in NJ (right outside Manhattan) called The Creative Breakthroughs Technique--if it's been a while since you made anything, this class is for you! http://jacksonstreetstudios.com

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Paula Phillips Hi all. I am a box maker by day and a mixed media artist the rest of the time, mostly working in art journals. Come visit me at: MoreHi all. I am a box maker by day and a mixed media artist the rest of the time, mostly working in art journals. Come visit me at: www.messymindcreativesoul.blogspot.com

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Sarah Bush: Nice work--thanks for sharing it here!
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Sarah Bush I thought I'd share some of my recent artwork--it's a series of large charcoal drawings I'm working on: MoreI thought I'd share some of my recent artwork--it's a series of large charcoal drawings I'm working on: http://makegreatstuff.com/2-words-work-bigger-2/

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Isao Kato Quick question: what is your favorite activity when you feel uninspired to do what you are supposed to do for love, like blogging, even though you are physically and mentally energized (not being ...MoreQuick question: what is your favorite activity when you feel uninspired to do what you are supposed to do for love, like blogging, even though you are physically and mentally energized (not being depressed or something like that)?
In case of blogging I write comments to other blogs to practice writing and to take fresh ideas.

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Isao Kato: Thank you Jessica, Jennifer - getting outside and off to a non-technology world - haven't considered much but I will do so from now!
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Kate Gammelgaard: Not so much for blogging (since I don't blog), but to reboot my creative system I often listen to songs that I normally wouldn't listen to. I log ...MoreNot so much for blogging (since I don't blog), but to reboot my creative system I often listen to songs that I normally wouldn't listen to. I log onto www.last.fm, choose a random song and let it flow through me. Trying something new always opens my mind.
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Sarah Bush What your creativity needs is a simple magic spell--the power of ritual: MoreWhat your creativity needs is a simple magic spell--the power of ritual: http://makegreatstuff.com/a-magic-spell/

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Caren: Your post is "magically delicious fun"!
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Sarah Bush: Thank you! :-)
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Sarah Bush Remember the reasons you love to create: MoreRemember the reasons you love to create: http://makegreatstuff.com/why-you-love-to-create/

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Susan Pogorzelski created the network Creatively Inspired

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Deborah A Sullivan I like your work Richard.

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Jeff Grajewski Would a political cartoon get a serious message across to an adult and how much do you have to worry about crossing the so called "line"?? I'm currently working on an art piece for a class. I'm ...MoreWould a political cartoon get a serious message across to an adult and how much do you have to worry about crossing the so called "line"?? I'm currently working on an art piece for a class. I'm huge on bending the rules and make people think/question themselves. Could you some insight on what you think

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Caren: It's good to break the rules. That's how our culture can advance. Your professor may appreciate your dedication to your message.
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Richard Sher: Why does the cartoon need to be a "political" cartoon? I believe pictures are a good device to conveying an idea.
Tell me what thought you ...MoreWhy does the cartoon need to be a "political" cartoon? I believe pictures are a good device to conveying an idea.
Tell me what thought you are trying to communicate and I will attempt to create a visual. t would be fun. No cost to you. I like doing this kind of work.
Send it to richard29sher@gmail.com
I'm an artist anyway. See my work here: www.richardsherdigitalart.com

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Sarah Bush Getting unstuck--how to let go of the secret rules we have about making things: MoreGetting unstuck--how to let go of the secret rules we have about making things: http://makegreatstuff.com/mean-secret-rules-why-we-obey-them/

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Sarah Bush Do you have trouble pushing past rejection? This guy blew me away with his emotional fortitude for his creative endeavors: MoreDo you have trouble pushing past rejection? This guy blew me away with his emotional fortitude for his creative endeavors: http://makegreatstuff.com/pushing-past-rejection/

7 weeks ago from Creatively Inspired