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A group to support each other with leadership wisdom that will make you succeed smarter and faster in your role as a manager/ leader/ visionary.

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Edward Antrobus: Your answer seems to be a good summary for the entire article of conflicting viewpoints.
14 weeks ago
Nicole Bienfang: Thanks Edward!
14 weeks ago
 
TOP IDEA: Nicole Bienfang Check out my new Youtube channel. My first video is on how to Write Copy that Converts: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ihD_vqSOPkk&feature=feedu

15 weeks ago from Future Leaders, Internet Marketers and Social Media Marketers1 more

 
TOP IDEA: Nicole Bienfang Is Your Business Infectious? http://www.nicolebienfang.com/blog.html Please leave comments on the blog page!

16 weeks ago from Brazen Bloggers, Future Leaders, Internet Marketers and Social Media Marketers2 more

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Edward Antrobus: "Your business should not have to be dragged into social media it should be something the company sees as adding value to the bigger picture." I ...More"Your business should not have to be dragged into social media it should be something the company sees as adding value to the bigger picture." I know that seeing a doctor is good for me, too. But sometimes I need to drag myself there as well.
16 weeks ago
Nicole Bienfang: It's all about priorities and making the best actions (and right actions at the right time) to get you towards your goals. That stands true both ...MoreIt's all about priorities and making the best actions (and right actions at the right time) to get you towards your goals. That stands true both for the individual as well as any business.Note the "should not" which already alludes that many do drag themselves there anyway however, reluctantly.
16 weeks ago
 
Nicole Bienfang Looking to Fill Content Manager Position. Please contact me for more info.

17 weeks ago from Entrepreneurs and Future Leaders

 
Nicole Bienfang Ladies have I got something for you! http://qrky.co/nxpmS5

21 weeks ago from Entrepreneurs and Future Leaders

 
Nicole Bienfang Have any of you ever created or sold a slogan to a company before? Here is a recent one I created for http://www.pixelrevenue.com Go check it out!

22 weeks ago from Entrepreneurs and Future Leaders

 
Nicole Bienfang Expert Input: Evaluating the Network Marketing Industry Part 3 http://www.nicolebienfang.com/blog.html

22 weeks ago from Future Leaders

 
Nicole Bienfang New blog post: Expert Input: Evaluating the Network Marketing Industry Part 2 http://www.nicolebienfang.com/blog.html

23 weeks ago from Future Leaders

 
Harriet May A modest reaction to the commenters of Penelope Trunk's "Blueprint for a Woman's Life" http://wp.me/p15qCH-dK

24 weeks ago from Ask Penelope Trunk!, Future Leaders, Blogging Ideas, Brazen Bloggers and Young Professional Women (YPW)3 more

 
Nicole Bienfang Check out the latest blog post! Evaluating the Network Marketing Industry Part 1 http://www.nicolebienfang.com/blog.html

25 weeks ago from Future Leaders

 
Nicole Bienfang One of my business mentors is starting a mastermind group. She is looking for 8 sassy WOMEN. Preferably women with a business that focuses on a tangible item, be it jewelry, clothing, children’s toys etc. This type of business is her specialty. It’s like a yearlong boot camp to get your business rocking! If you would be interested in joining this select group go to my website and register for the mailing list. More detailed information will be sent to you. www.nicolebienfang.com

25 weeks ago from Future Leaders

 
Nicole Bienfang Get the word out there about you and all you are doing with less of the work. http://s.ai/06l

26 weeks ago from Future Leaders

 
Nicole Bienfang Hate Marketing, Love What You Do? Check out the latest blog post: http://www.nicolebienfang.com/blog.html

27 weeks ago from Future Leaders

 
Laura Gmeinder, PHR In the new economy, what does it take to succeed in the workplace? Some of the advice goes back to inspiring leadership and pointing out that we all need to be leaders regardless of our title. What advice rings most true to you in a rapidly changing economy? 50 New Rules of Work http://bit.ly/eYThDI

42 weeks ago from Inspiring Leadership, Career Rocketeer, Job Resources and Career Coaching, Career Changers and Future Leaders3 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

 
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 Career Changers, Interns, I am Gen Y, Graduate Students and Future Leaders3 more

 
Kristen Creager I think titles of articles like this are ridiculous and overly negative. 3 Reasons Why The American Dream Isn’t Coming Back Anytime Soon http://read.bi/ffTCN5 What do you think? Is the "American Dream" dead?

45 weeks ago from Brazen Careerists on LinkedIn, Brazen Careerists on Twitter, Future Leaders and I am Gen Y2 more

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Raquel Elle Bell: American Dream = Opportunity.. Nothing more nothing less so what do you say we stop equating it to anything other than such.
45 weeks ago
Dave Ellis: "America is the only country where you can successfully do that regardless of who you are, where you came from, or what class you were born into." ...More"America is the only country where you can successfully do that regardless of who you are, where you came from, or what class you were born into."

That is correct, Raquel. The original meaning was tied to immigrants who came here fleeing persecutions of various sorts. Here they could worship as they wished, be a minority and be free (so they thought) and for those who came from countries with royalties and caste systems, they could indeed rise above their current class by working hard in America.

That meaning, as someone alluded to in the discussion above, has since been perverted by Wall Street and Madison Avenue to mean "own a house and a car, have a dog and 2.5 kids."
45 weeks ago
 
Tony Forte How is it that more times than not, those without Master's degrees create the jobs that those with Master's degree work for? What are your thoughts on the significance of Master's degrees to career success? Should you get one before work experience or after? Thoughts? Check out a cool article discussing the matter: http://www.urbanprofessor.com/2011/02/18/whos-the-master-4-things-to-con...

50 weeks ago from Brazen Undergrads, Career Rocketeer, Entry-Level Young Professionals, Young Professional Men (YPM) and Future Leaders3 more

Edward Antrobus: Tony, This question was asked a few weeks ago. Check out Diane Lye's and Berrak S.'s posts in the Graduate Students group. The general consensus ...MoreTony, This question was asked a few weeks ago. Check out Diane Lye's and Berrak S.'s posts in the Graduate Students group. The general consensus seems to be: it depends on the field. For fields where a Master's is a requirement for entry level positions, obviously it's the first step.
50 weeks ago
 
TOP IDEA: Tariq West The internet is a democratic space in the sense that web 2.0 tools have allowed for political expression, mobilization and direct action. One of the key dimensions of democracy, however, is deliberation. Can the internet provide a context for informed, nuanced decision making amidst complexity and disagreement? What tools are available for deliberation on the internet? More here: http://bit.ly/aN3OSJ

91 weeks ago from Political Bloggers, Social Media, Nonprofiteers, Government and Public-Sector and Future Leaders3 more

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Elizabeth Marling: This is too fascinating not to be reopened. I also have to recommend anyone who sees this link to Tariq's blog. Incredibly thought provoking ...MoreThis is too fascinating not to be reopened. I also have to recommend anyone who sees this link to Tariq's blog. Incredibly thought provoking material, excellent brain food for any other pseudo-intellectuals like myself.
76 weeks ago
Kaseema: You have asked a very important question, however I would have to suggest you take a look at a technology called Google Wave all conversations or ...MoreYou have asked a very important question, however I would have to suggest you take a look at a technology called Google Wave all conversations or deliberations which is a discussion of all sides can be done with this technology. It can be done in real time without servers. you create the space through the use of invitation, within that space you can exchange ideas, opinions, video, pics, create agenda and, plans. Yes I would agree we must deliberate to come to an agreeable or correct conclusion which may lead to a plan of action. This I believe will begin with Web 3.0 on which Goggle Wave will lead the way.
You wrote a good blog on the subject I look forward to reading more from you.
52 weeks ago
 
TOP IDEA: Aurian Campbell I find that in my industry there is a certain amount of business banter that must occur prior to being able to make a genuine business connection. As a mental aid for networking functions, I've come up with this idea of a "credibility threshold" (that I illustrate using a nerdy graph: http://bit.ly/hnP9xP) that I feel must be reached before valuable networking can occur. Does this happen in your industry? Do you have to prove you're worth listening to before you can network effectively?

54 weeks ago from Global Careers and Business, Engineers and Future Leaders1 more

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Linda A. Hamilton: Aurian: When I'm in a conversation with younger professionals what strikes me is attitude. If we're engaging in a good sales conversstion and they ...MoreAurian: When I'm in a conversation with younger professionals what strikes me is attitude. If we're engaging in a good sales conversstion and they don't come off as arrogant and egotistical, when or if the conversation gets to a point where they may not know the answer I seek I may continue working with them recognizing their youth and inexperience. However, if their head is in the clouds and they come off like they know more and are wiser because youth has it while age doesn't, I will walk away either leave or avoid them. Respect is earned. If they earn my respect I will continue to work with them if I'm in a buying mood.
53 weeks ago
Aurian Campbell: Thanks so much for your comments! It's something I've been thinking about a lot, so I really appreciate the feedback :-).

@Tom - I think you hit ...MoreThanks so much for your comments! It's something I've been thinking about a lot, so I really appreciate the feedback :-).

@Tom - I think you hit the nail on the head re: younger people - just be interested in learning and ask good questions. You raise a good point about audience, though, too. The credibility threshold for a client would be completely different than for a colleague, and I know I'd use different tactics for crossing the threshold with an engineer than I would with an exec. I suppose it comes back to the old "know your audience" adage.

@Linda - you are so right that attitude makes or breaks it. I've seen many and enthusiastic young professionals crash and burn when they are faced with more experienced professionals for just that reason. There is a fine line between confidence that allows you to engage with those more experienced than you, and arrogance that will turn them off entirely.
53 weeks ago
 
Brett Kunsch My new post "Women and the Future" http://bit.ly/emMrCg was sparked by Sheryl Sandberg: "190 heads of state - 9 are women. Of all the people in parliament in the world, 13% are women. In the corporate sector, women at the top, C-level jobs, board seats — tops out at 15, 16%. The numbers have not moved since 2002 and are going in the wrong direction. So the question is, how are we going to fix this? How do we change these numbers at the top? How do we make this different?" >>> What's your take?

54 weeks ago from Future Leaders, Inspiring Leadership, Ask Penelope Trunk!, Career Rocketeer and Young Professional Men (YPM)3 more

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Morana Medved: I think that the argument of the article I was reading was that it took a lot of work for women to get into position of power in previous ...MoreI think that the argument of the article I was reading was that it took a lot of work for women to get into position of power in previous generation, and they had to do it on their own, so they now feel that current generation should do it on their own as well. I'm hoping that attitude is changing - there is no reason for one generation to have it hard because another one did. It was a study done by Pink magazine, but I forget the details. I don't think women feel this way because they think other women are more of a competition.
I do think there might be a component of being perceived as weak by associating with other women, a perception that probably dates back to the days of secretarial pools - "girls" who got ahead didn't hang out with assistants.
54 weeks ago
Brett Kunsch: Ah, I totally see your point now. Let us hope that the attitude does change!
54 weeks ago
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