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Dana Leavy You know the phrase "You have to spend money to make money…"? I was giving some thought about investing in yourself, your career or business over the weekend. Whether this means going back to school for an advanced degree, investing in strategic advertising, or looking like a million bucks at the interview - what do you consider a smart career investment? Some thoughts that came to mind: http://tinyurl.com/bmm7sdv

3 weeks ago from Career Changers, Career Rocketeer, Entrepreneurs, Brazen Careerists in New York City and I am Gen Y3 more

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Edward Antrobus: Being fundamentally cheap by nature, spend money to make money can be a bitter pill for me to swallow. But I'm giving it a shot. I'm investing ...MoreBeing fundamentally cheap by nature, spend money to make money can be a bitter pill for me to swallow. But I'm giving it a shot. I'm investing $100 into a new venture selling taco seasonings on my blog.
2 weeks ago
Nicole Bienfang: Books- I have learned more from them on my own then I ever did at my $35,000+ a year colleges (that's right I went to more then one) I went to.
2 weeks ago
 
Kate Davids So I'm moving to New York. I need to find a flat. Any suggestions (other than Craigslist!) on how to do that?

38 weeks ago from Brazen Careerists in New York City, Multilingualism Enthusiasts and Advertising Professionals1 more

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Kate Davids: Thank you for your help! I managed to find a place in Manhattan for at least the first 6 months, which is about what I'll need to figure out where ...MoreThank you for your help! I managed to find a place in Manhattan for at least the first 6 months, which is about what I'll need to figure out where I want to live next.
34 weeks ago
Gil Elliot: Streeteasy.com is really good. It consolidates a lot of listings into a single place.
2 weeks ago
 
TOP IDEA: Dana Leavy How do you balance who you are behind the computer, and away from the desk? As a business owner and a fine artist, I find that it's far too easy for me to let my artistic interests slide when I get busy or involved with my work. But at the same time, I feel creatively inspired by the work I'm doing for myself, and sometimes that's fulfilling enough. Does your work or job support you as a person creatively and inspire you? http://www.aspyresolutions.com

62 weeks ago from Career Rocketeer, Entrepreneurs, Creatively Inspired and Brazen Careerists in New York City2 more

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JRandom42: Well since my talents and skill are more scientific and technical as opposed to creative and artistic, it doesn't really matter to me otherwise.
46 weeks ago
Gil Elliot: I've come to the conclusion that there is no such thing as a personal life and a "work" life.
2 weeks ago
 
Amy Ng We all have "things" that make us feel safe and ready to take on the world. Other than your ID, keys, and cell phone, what is something that you never leave home without?

19 weeks ago from Military, GenYJourney: Tips, Insights, Experiences For Young Professionals, Brazen Careerists in New York City and Citi2 more

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jim behymer: phone, wallet, a positive attitude for the long drive to work, and lunch, I hate eating out.
11 weeks ago
Amy Ng: Jim, I love that you made a point of saying that you bring a positive attitude with you. What a great way to influence your day!
11 weeks ago
 
Dr. Woody Starbucks Etiquette Violators! My article on those pesky patrons that can make working at Starbucks tough! Let me know what you think? http://www.foxbusiness.com/personal-finance/2011/11/07/starbucks-etiquet...

28 weeks ago from Professional Development, Personal Development, Career Changers, Seattle Careerists and Brazen Careerists in New York City3 more

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JRandom42: Kate, perhaps they think you're rude for wanting them to move. I mean, WHY should they give up their space just because your laptop needs to be ...MoreKate, perhaps they think you're rude for wanting them to move. I mean, WHY should they give up their space just because your laptop needs to be recharged? Sounds like it's YOUR personal problem to me, not a rudeness issue. Get an external battery pack and be done with it.

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27 weeks ago
Edward Antrobus: @Noel, I agree. I never know what I want when I walk into a cafe or fast food resteraunt, which is why I always stand to the side and look at the ...More@Noel, I agree. I never know what I want when I walk into a cafe or fast food resteraunt, which is why I always stand to the side and look at the menu first.

@JRandom & Kate, I've never understood the allure of bringing your laptop to a cafe to work. It's noisy and usually crowded.
27 weeks ago
 
Amy Ng Interested in a career at Citi? Join us at the Citi Online Career Expo and you can text chat LIVE with Recruiters on Friday, March 23rd from 2 - 5 PM Eastern. REGISTER TODAY: http://bit.ly/x9O64d

9 weeks ago from Citi, Brazen Careerist's Top 50 Gen-Y Companies and Brazen Careerists in New York City1 more

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Tania Rosales: Hi Amy, would this event also benefit current Citi Employees?
5 weeks ago
Amy Ng: Hi Tania, this event can benefit anyone interested in connecting with recruiters about careers at Citi. I would also be happy to connect you with ...MoreHi Tania, this event can benefit anyone interested in connecting with recruiters about careers at Citi. I would also be happy to connect you with a local recruiter to discuss your current options. Our next Online Career Expo is Friday, 4/27. You can register here: http://bit.ly/HOwUs6
5 weeks ago
 
Dana Leavy I read a lot about personal branding because it's such an important area for job seekers to understand. If you're thinking about making a career change then your personal brand is really the strongest tool in your job search arsenal. Here are some tips on how having a strong personal brand can help you get around the same old resume song & dance, kick your search into high gear… and how to do it right. http://www.moneycrashers.com/building-personal-brand-career-change/

7 weeks ago from Ask A Coach, Brazen Careerists in New York City, I am Gen Y, Young Professional Women (YPW) and Resume Feedback3 more

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Marc Shiman: Dana, your advice and points are solid for a prospective job seeker. However, just as branding is only a small subset of the universe of what is ...MoreDana, your advice and points are solid for a prospective job seeker. However, just as branding is only a small subset of the universe of what is marketing, "positioning yourself and using your best attributes to speak to the needs of that organization role" is not branding - its the sales pitch. Communicating a product's attributes is selling, not branding.

Of course, branding is vital for job seeking, but you can't simply fire up a brand when you are out of work. You fire up the sales machine, and its important you do it well. Your article does a great job of describing selling yourself.

An entry-level professional is neither likely to have a network nor a brand (unless they've done something extraordinary in school). I work with young professionals and recent grads on how to use their first years out of school to begin to build a brand for their career arc. But I also hire a lot of grads, and I'm definitely looking for attributes like humility, passion, and desire to learn over people who "position" themselves for me. The interviewer has to cut through all that positioning stuff to get to the substance of the person to determine whether they can grow into the role envisaged.

My point is that this is more than just semantics. Personal Branding refers to a life-long approach towards managing yourself and your career, and not what to do when you are out of work or want to change careers. Unfortunately, I see way too many people only start thinking about a brand when there's a job change coming. Its too late then.
7 weeks ago
Dana Leavy: Valid points on both sides. Good to have different opinions here - gets people thinking. Appreciate the feedback - noted.
7 weeks ago
 
Maura V. Pingor Why I like it here @ Citi? Using jeans for the whole month of March and April while helping a great cause - March of Dimes!

6 weeks ago from Citi, Ask Penelope Trunk!, Brazen Careerist's Top 50 Gen-Y Companies, Career Rocketeer and Brazen Careerists in New York City3 more

 
Vickie Elmer So who has toys on their desk or in their office? Something to fiddle when when you need to decompress? Or a collection of wind-up toys? Turns out that these playthings are not just about creating fun and playfulness. My Washington Post Capital Business piece looks at the real value of toys at work: http://wapo.st/rC0Dg6 So tell us about your toys and how they help you during the work day.

25 weeks ago from Creatively Inspired, Brazen Careerists in New York City and Personal Branding1 more

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JRandom42: Who needs toys on the desk, when I have a whole network running in a virtualized environment, that I can tweak, tune, experiment and play with to ...MoreWho needs toys on the desk, when I have a whole network running in a virtualized environment, that I can tweak, tune, experiment and play with to my heart's content, and restore to its base configuration in just a click?
22 weeks ago
Vincent: I have a metal slinky that I got from a vendor. I use it to help me decompress and to think.
18 weeks ago
 
Vickie Elmer You too can be a hero at work. Even if your job is mundane or you never experience a major emergency, there's plenty of room for heroic attitudes. My new blog post gives five ways to save the day at the office: http://www.glassdoor.com/blog/saving-day-work/ So how are you a hero in your job? And what do you do to cultivate a hero's mindset?

7 weeks ago from Slash Jobs, Career Rocketeer, Brazen Careerists in New York City and Personal Branding2 more

 
Kate Davids Anyone have any good clubs or activities they know of in NYC? Looking for some interest groups (already doing the meetup thing, so anything other than that). I'm into sci-fi/fantasy and languages, so please share if you know anything good!

9 weeks ago from Brazen Careerists in New York City

 
Ryan Paugh I spent part of my Thanksgiving holiday hanging out with friends in Brooklyn. I'm considering it as a solid "maybe" as the next place I'm going to live. Do any of you guys live in Brooklyn? Which neighborhood? What do you like/dislike about it?

77 weeks ago from Brazen Careerists in New York City

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Tan Nguyen: Hi Ryan, I have a place in Park Slope, Brooklyn and have lived there for ten years...now I'm mostly in Philly and DC for a stint and miss it! Love ...MoreHi Ryan, I have a place in Park Slope, Brooklyn and have lived there for ten years...now I'm mostly in Philly and DC for a stint and miss it! Love Ft Greene--great restaurants, BAM, subway access at Atlantic. I'm just across the intersection there in N. Slope--and it's great and convenient as well. I don't like Williamsburg but that's maybe because I like a real neighborhood feel with architecture and coziness--not industrial. I go there to party but wouldn't live there. I only lived once in Manhattan and that's because they literally paid me to (for work--free apt) but otherwise, I never would have moved there because BK is the place to be!
69 weeks ago
Kate Davids: Hi Ryan, did you wind up moving? I'm going to be moving in a couple weeks (!) to Bay Ridge. A bit far out, but a lovely apartment for a steal. So ...MoreHi Ryan, did you wind up moving? I'm going to be moving in a couple weeks (!) to Bay Ridge. A bit far out, but a lovely apartment for a steal. So excited!
9 weeks ago
 
Amy Ng Millennials: Does this article from Forbes resonate with you? "5 Ways Young Professionals Want to Be Led" http://onforb.es/AyH26o

10 weeks ago from Citi, Brazen Careerists in New York City and Entry-Level Young Professionals1 more

 
Dana Leavy One of the biggest barriers to entry for young people wanting to start a business or strike out on their own as freelancers is finances: how to save/get the money to start up, determining how much you need to do so, and what to expect when it comes to properly managing and planning it. Some tips I found helpful for financing your first year in business as an entrepreneur or freelancer: http://aspyresolutions.com/2012/03/how-to-afford-to-work-for-yourself/

11 weeks ago from Career Changers, Freelancing, Advertising Professionals, Brazen Careerists in New York City and Career Rocketeer3 more

 
Dana Leavy How do you position yourself differently? Whether you’re a small business trying to gain marketshare and clientele, a freelancer fighting the good battle for your next creative gig, or a jobseeker putting yourself out there to snag that next job, one of the challenges remains: “How do I stand out from my competition?” Here are a couple helpful keys to standing out in a crowded market: http://tinyurl.com/6qavj6q

14 weeks ago from Career Changers, Brazen Careerists in New York City, Freelancing, Advertising Professionals and Career Rocketeer3 more

Vickie Elmer: @Dana - great topic, good suggestions here. This really comes down to clearly identifying your niche - the sweet spot where you will excel. Know ...More@Dana - great topic, good suggestions here. This really comes down to clearly identifying your niche - the sweet spot where you will excel. Know what you're the best at and spend as much time as possible working in that area.
13 weeks ago
Dana Leavy: Thanks Vicki! Completely agree - you have to find that unique marketing angle. Cheers!
13 weeks ago
 
Maura V. Pingor Why I love it here @ Citi? The picture on my profile is me at the Resume Writing + Interview Tips presentation I made for 40+ High School students that came to our Tampa Citi campus for Junior Achievement Job Shadow Day! Love the impact I get to make in our youth while doing my job!

15 weeks ago from Citi, Ask Penelope Trunk!, Company Culture, Brazen Careerist's Top 50 Gen-Y Companies and Brazen Careerists in New York City3 more

 
Vickie Elmer Make a comeback after a bad interview. If you have a legitimate reason for messing up the first interview, maybe you could get a second chance. My Glassdoor blog post looks at some ways back - http://bit.ly/zk5rWP . I'd love to hear your experiences with making a comeback in the hiring process - and any strategies that worked for you.

15 weeks ago from Career Rocketeer, Career Changers and Brazen Careerists in New York City1 more

Noel Rozny: Great post!
15 weeks ago
 
Amy Ng Big thanks to those who joined us last Friday for our Online Career Expo. 18 Recruiters and Recruiting Managers were available to chat online with candidates during the 3-hour event. Don't worry if you missed this one - we will be offering several more virtual recruiting events on Brazen throughout 2012. Stay tuned for dates and times!

16 weeks ago from Brazen Careerists in New York City and Citi

Maura V. Pingor: I loved meeting lots of people!
15 weeks ago
 
Amy Ng Surprise! How to Handle an Unexpected Job Offer: http://onforb.es/yjK6Gx

16 weeks ago from Brazen Careerists in New York City and Citi

Edward Antrobus: I have two co-workers considering something like this. They are both hesitant to take the offers because they involve relocating, but would ...MoreI have two co-workers considering something like this. They are both hesitant to take the offers because they involve relocating, but would provide more money and stability than our current job provides.
16 weeks ago
Noel Rozny: Great article!
16 weeks ago
 
Amy Ng Citi Recruiters are online RIGHT NOW, and chatting with candidates. Join us - we'll be on until 5:00 PM Eastern! http://bit.ly/uspvh5

16 weeks ago from Breaking Into Banking, Brazen Careerists in New York City, Brazen Careerist's Top 50 Gen-Y Companies, We're Hiring and Citi3 more

 
Amy Ng SAVE THE DATE for LIVE, 1-on-1 chats with our recruiting team! Tell us about yourself and learn about our career opportunities! We have 20 Recruiters and recruiting managers from Citi lined up for our next 3-hour virtual recruiting event on Friday, January 27th from 2:00 - 5:00 PM Eastern. REGISTER HERE: http://bit.ly/uspvh5

18 weeks ago from Citi, We're Hiring, Brazen Careerists in New York City, Dallas Texas and Entry-Level Young Professionals3 more

Maura V. Pingor: Amy, yesterday's Alumni Career Fair was great! Got to meet great people. Looking forward to next Friday's event!
17 weeks ago
 
Dana Leavy The road to building a sustainable and profitable business can be challenging and complicated. And while this stops many aspiring entrepreneurs & freelancers in their overwhelmed tracks, the reality is that it's easier to actually get the business physically started, with fairly little risk and investment, and begin building traction from there. A couple tips for small biz newbies & skeptics. http://aspyresolutions.com/2012/01/5-smallbiz-essentials/

20 weeks ago from Freelancing, Entrepreneurs, Creating a Life You Love, I am Gen Y and Brazen Careerists in New York City3 more

 
Caroline Ceniza-Levine I'm helping some of my corporate clients on the coaching side with 6 recruiting requests. These roles are all based in NYC, and any recommendations are appreciated! Internal Consultant to media co, Media Director for beauty account, Strategy Consultants in CPG and risk management, and Recruiter for media. See all details at http://www.sixfigurestart.com/job-posting/cool-job-alert-6-openings-in-d... Thanks for any ideas!

22 weeks ago from Ask A Coach, Brazen Careerists in New York City, Economics and Finance and Jersey Pride!2 more

 
Dana Leavy Are you setting any big career goals or resolutions for the New Year? In part 3 of a 4-part series on goal setting for 2012, we talk about "flying solo" - starting a business in the new year, and what you can do right now to start gaining traction on your ideas! http://tinyurl.com/73htjcp

23 weeks ago from Entrepreneurs, Career Changers, Brazen Careerists in New York City, Creating a Life You Love and Freelancing3 more

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