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This is a group for women and men who have or hope to have a partner just as as go-getter as she/he is! What does it take to keep a relationship together when both people are extremely ambitious? How do you achieve success in business as individuals while maintaining a relationship? This is how power couples do it.
Network Leader: Emily Ma
TOP IDEA:
Marie McKinney-Oates
I run a relationship/marriage advice blog focused on engaged and newlywed couples. I used to provide couples counseling, but I'm beginning to believe that counseling at this stage is not very effective (the couples have rose-colored glasses and are preoccupied with the wedding, which I completely understand). I want to create an information product out of my services instead.
Are there any suggestions on topics to cover and ideas for marketing a product like this online?
27 weeks ago from Power Couples, Creating a Life You Love and New Media Marketing1 more
54 weeks ago from Working Moms and Power Couples
Meghan Skiff
Why are 20-something men getting picked on so much lately?! Fellow Brazen Member Albert Ciuksza wrote this post in response to an article that appeared in the WSJ last week claiming that men aren't stepping up to "adult responsibilities". Thought that you all might be interested in weighing in on this conversation. http://abcjr.me/4i
64 weeks ago from I am Gen Y, GenYJourney: Tips, Insights, Experiences For Young Professionals, Young Professional Women (YPW) and Power Couples2 more
Kevin Li, Jason H. Parker and Rebecca Thorman recommended this
Kristen Creager:
This is a common Gen-Y perception: laziness. And without going into a long drawn-out essay, it's just not true.
64 weeks ago
64 weeks ago
Melissa Breau:
Are you familiar with the Good men project? It's all about the opposite; and it's amazingly well written and put together.
MoreAre you familiar with the Good men project? It's all about the opposite; and it's amazingly well written and put together.
http://goodmenproject.com/
61 weeks ago
MoreAre you familiar with the Good men project? It's all about the opposite; and it's amazingly well written and put together.
http://goodmenproject.com/
61 weeks ago
TOP IDEA:
Jamie Nacht Farrell
How do entrepreneurs and those of us that are so passionate about our work live a balanced life? WE DONT! What I've found is that by having a husband who shares my values; and appreciates the driven, motivated, innovative "me" has only helped to BETTER our relationship; and better my work. Going back to the old saying, "All you need is love". What do you find? Do you enjoy / engage in work more if your 'partner' loves it too? Short blog post / realization from AdTech. http://t.co/NsIbUjE
80 weeks ago from Entrepreneurs, Creating a Life You Love, Power Couples and Creatively Inspired2 more
Sam Rye:
A very nice comment/discussion I think.
I agree with you all - having the support of family, friends and a partner who share your values is very ...MoreA very nice comment/discussion I think.
I agree with you all - having the support of family, friends and a partner who share your values is very important. I'm very lucky that my fiancee believes in me and what I do, especially in my enviro conservation work. As for the 'for more than just profit' work I do, well that is taking her a little time to understand, but she's making the effort to do this.
Looking back at my parent's generation, I feel like there were many many people who were together not for their shared values, but for shared interests - as they aged sometimes these diverged + left a big gap/caused friction/divorce. There's obviously some generalisations in there - but its a personal observation.
Seperating interests from values has been something I've worked hard on, and my fiancee has been very supportive in helping me transition when we moved cities. Likewise she's been making her own changes in life - from mindless admin/call centre to 'sign language interpreter' for the deaf, and deaf-blind services co-ordinator.
So we know a thing or two about change, and supporting each other through it. Without her, I would be a little lost, but equally when she's not fully behind what I do it can be a big pull in another direction as I respect her view on life.
74 weeks ago
I agree with you all - having the support of family, friends and a partner who share your values is very ...MoreA very nice comment/discussion I think.
I agree with you all - having the support of family, friends and a partner who share your values is very important. I'm very lucky that my fiancee believes in me and what I do, especially in my enviro conservation work. As for the 'for more than just profit' work I do, well that is taking her a little time to understand, but she's making the effort to do this.
Looking back at my parent's generation, I feel like there were many many people who were together not for their shared values, but for shared interests - as they aged sometimes these diverged + left a big gap/caused friction/divorce. There's obviously some generalisations in there - but its a personal observation.
Seperating interests from values has been something I've worked hard on, and my fiancee has been very supportive in helping me transition when we moved cities. Likewise she's been making her own changes in life - from mindless admin/call centre to 'sign language interpreter' for the deaf, and deaf-blind services co-ordinator.
So we know a thing or two about change, and supporting each other through it. Without her, I would be a little lost, but equally when she's not fully behind what I do it can be a big pull in another direction as I respect her view on life.
74 weeks ago
JenG
Thrilled to have a guest post on Zen Habits on how to make minimalism a joint venture with your spouse. I met Leo at BlogWorld, and he said this is the number one question he gets on minimalism. I was happy to have so much to say. http://zenhabits.net/lose-stuff/
71 weeks ago from Blogging Ideas, Brazen Bloggers, Personal Development, Power Couples and Productivity & Time-Management3 more
Ann Ellingham Crutchfield:
Great post,Jen: Loved the 'purgatory' idea! Already told my husband we need one!
71 weeks ago
71 weeks ago
JenG:
Thanks so much. Yes, the purgatory idea was a huge help. We still do it. Letting go is never easy, even when you want to. :)
71 weeks ago
71 weeks ago
TOP IDEA:
Elysa Rice
Ten Things Every Woman Should Know About Money - GenPink http://t.co/8tn4ABy guest post written by Brazen Careerist member Olga Garcia -- Did you grow up sitting down with your parents and talking about finances, what a good investment is, or how to balance a check book? If your answer was no, then welcome to the majority of young women’s realities.
75 weeks ago from Young Professional Women (YPW), Personal Finance and Power Couples1 more
Olga Garcia recommended this
Elysa Rice
browsing through my archives I found this post from few years ago - we weren't allowed to bring spouses to the company holiday party with 500+ attendees (clients brought guests). Do you think it's anti work/life balance? -- Present Company ONLY - GenPink http://bit.ly/P0DMD
77 weeks ago from Ask Penelope Trunk!, GenYJourney: Tips, Insights, Experiences For Young Professionals, I am Gen Y and Power Couples2 more
Becky Benishek:
@Cathy, If we had a party during work hours, we couldn't have family members come in either.
@Diana, every third building near our workplace ...More@Cathy, If we had a party during work hours, we couldn't have family members come in either.
@Diana, every third building near our workplace seemed to be a bar or restaurant, so people would just pile in and take over, no renting at all!
76 weeks ago
@Diana, every third building near our workplace ...More@Cathy, If we had a party during work hours, we couldn't have family members come in either.
@Diana, every third building near our workplace seemed to be a bar or restaurant, so people would just pile in and take over, no renting at all!
76 weeks ago
Elysa Rice:
I suppose I should have mentioned in addition to the fact that this was a few years ago... I haven't worked at that company in ages. It's ...MoreI suppose I should have mentioned in addition to the fact that this was a few years ago... I haven't worked at that company in ages. It's interesting to see how much all of your companies vary on this policy.
76 weeks ago
76 weeks ago
Marie McKinney-Oates
Would Kate and Prince William be considered a "power couple"? I read a HuffPo article (http://huff.to/gtKaU) about them being an example of 20-something courtship and I wonder if anyone agrees. Are they a good example of how we do things since they are in their late twenties? Does it sit funny for anyone else that she doesn't have a "career" since that seems to be such an important part of partnerships for Gen Y? Especially for women.
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Paul Sevcik:
Alright, I agree with many of the comments thus far. The problem I have is properly identifying a true power couple for Gen Y. Am I that out of ...MoreAlright, I agree with many of the comments thus far. The problem I have is properly identifying a true power couple for Gen Y. Am I that out of touch with my generation or is it not important for Gen Y yet because the definition of success is changing from just plain ol' power-and-money to social influence and entertainment value? For example, I don't think Heidi Montag/Spencer Pratt are a power couple, but they sure do grab many headlines and are constantly in the public mind (they are bankrupt, for the record. Source: http://bit.ly/e2jyMR). Just some food for thought...and here's some more regarding local non-celebrity power couples: http://bit.ly/gqMZni
77 weeks ago
77 weeks ago
Rob Vance:
I'd say the closest thing we have to a true "power couple" is Beyonce and Jay-Z, they've both got power and influence extending far beyond their ...MoreI'd say the closest thing we have to a true "power couple" is Beyonce and Jay-Z, they've both got power and influence extending far beyond their initial music careers.
77 weeks ago
77 weeks ago
Marie McKinney-Oates
There's an interesting conversation going on about whether or not it's wise for a couple to merge their finances. It seems like most people agree to keep things relatively separate, but I'm wondering what happens when things get tight? Like someone loses a job or makes consistently poor financial decisions? Do you begin a borrower/lender relationship? Do just tell your partner they're screwed? I mean, any setup works great when there's money in the bank, but what happens when funds get low?
78 weeks ago from Personal Finance and Power Couples
John Pollock:
Steph: If we had had the ability to sock away a 6-12 month emergency fund we wouldn't be in this mess. It's precisely because we were living ...MoreSteph: If we had had the ability to sock away a 6-12 month emergency fund we wouldn't be in this mess. It's precisely because we were living hand-to-mouth that my wife says is the primary reason why she left. (Which of course is logically absurd -- she and I and our kids are now way worse off financially and all of our lifestyles have taken a huge hit.)
78 weeks ago
78 weeks ago
Steph Bruno:
John, I acknowledge that it is difficult to save the money for the emergency fund. Hopefully your story can be an inspiration for those who do ...MoreJohn, I acknowledge that it is difficult to save the money for the emergency fund. Hopefully your story can be an inspiration for those who do have the ability to save to give up some personal spending now to prevent a situation like this down the road. I agree that supporting two households on the same income will only make the situation worse.
78 weeks ago
78 weeks ago
Elysa Rice
just read this post from Mint.com (recommended blog to subscribe to) - How Do Couples Divide Their Money? http://bit.ly/dz89J I'm curious which category do you fall in as a couple. "Should couples merge all their finances, or should they take a “mine, yours and ours” approach"
79 weeks ago from Personal Finance and Power Couples
Saundra Sorenson:
Every successful couple I know who has weighed in on this said the joint account for shared expenses is the way to go. A piece of advice from a ...MoreEvery successful couple I know who has weighed in on this said the joint account for shared expenses is the way to go. A piece of advice from a financial guru resonated with me -- don't make a rule about putting in the same $ amount, contribute the same percentage of your income.
Also, I think it's healthy to have your own personal cushion. In this situation, having a financial "fall back" is less a sign that you don't have faith in a relationship -- it can actually (in my experience) make both partners feel more comfortable, and more like they're staying together for reasons other than pure necessity.
79 weeks ago
Also, I think it's healthy to have your own personal cushion. In this situation, having a financial "fall back" is less a sign that you don't have faith in a relationship -- it can actually (in my experience) make both partners feel more comfortable, and more like they're staying together for reasons other than pure necessity.
79 weeks ago
Saundra Sorenson:
@ Rebecca Thorman - Completely agree. I actually think that in that way, a prenup might ease the pressure on the relationship down the line.
79 weeks ago
79 weeks ago
Elysa Rice
Have you heard about Movember: Changing the Face of Men’s Health http://bit.ly/buSVEY << video intro explains it but short version is men in November grow a mustache and join teams to raise money & awareness for cancer that affect men. The team in Dallas has 11 guys (more welcome to join). Will you be Movembering? *women can join as promoters of the team
82 weeks ago from Young Professional Men (YPM), Dress Code Personal Style, Power Couples, Personal Development and Dallas Texas3 more
Rebecca Thorman:
Ryan - you should check with your girlfriend first.
Elysa - My sister just sent me some info on Movemeber this morning. Her husband is doing it. ...MoreRyan - you should check with your girlfriend first.
Elysa - My sister just sent me some info on Movemeber this morning. Her husband is doing it. And they live all the way in England!
82 weeks ago
Elysa - My sister just sent me some info on Movemeber this morning. Her husband is doing it. ...MoreRyan - you should check with your girlfriend first.
Elysa - My sister just sent me some info on Movemeber this morning. Her husband is doing it. And they live all the way in England!
82 weeks ago
Elysa Rice:
haha Rebecca I had the same thought (wonder what Rebecca will say about that) when I saw Ryan's comment :) mustaches are sooooo scratchy. But Ryan ...Morehaha Rebecca I had the same thought (wonder what Rebecca will say about that) when I saw Ryan's comment :) mustaches are sooooo scratchy. But Ryan I think you should go for it
Movember is world wide the stats I have are for US but I know it has spread quickly. That reminds me I should email my college roomie in England and see if her hubby wants to join.
82 weeks ago
Movember is world wide the stats I have are for US but I know it has spread quickly. That reminds me I should email my college roomie in England and see if her hubby wants to join.
82 weeks ago
Meghan Skiff
Look what I found in the Sept. issue of Marie Claire, Real-life stay-at-home husbands http://bit.ly/btEsJs The article positions the stay-at-home husband as the "status symbol of the career woman." What do you think?
92 weeks ago from Young Professional Women (YPW) and Power Couples
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Hannah Kane:
I'm going to approach this from a gender-equality perspective. The current feminist thinking indicates that women have the right to choose whether ...MoreI'm going to approach this from a gender-equality perspective. The current feminist thinking indicates that women have the right to choose whether they want to pursue a career or stay at home, and that both options can be equally important. For some women, staying at home and dedicating herself to raising children is the most important work (albeit unpaid) that she can do. While second wave feminism derided women who made these choices, feminism currently embraces women who make this choice for themselves.
Why can't the same paradigm be applied to men? For stay at home dads, perhaps raising children is the most important work they feel that they can do. I definitely don't think that it's appropriate to say that they would be a status symbol-- but I don't think that a man in this situation would necessarily feel emasculated, because that's buying into the gender-traditional idea that men are the breadwinners.
We're moving into a more gender equal society, where traditional gender roles are flying more and more rapidly out the window. Stay at home dads are part of the process.
82 weeks ago
Why can't the same paradigm be applied to men? For stay at home dads, perhaps raising children is the most important work they feel that they can do. I definitely don't think that it's appropriate to say that they would be a status symbol-- but I don't think that a man in this situation would necessarily feel emasculated, because that's buying into the gender-traditional idea that men are the breadwinners.
We're moving into a more gender equal society, where traditional gender roles are flying more and more rapidly out the window. Stay at home dads are part of the process.
82 weeks ago
Meghan Skiff:
@Mehnaz @Hannah I couldn't agree more. Both men and women should have the right (and societal acceptance) to do what is best for their family. ...More@Mehnaz @Hannah I couldn't agree more. Both men and women should have the right (and societal acceptance) to do what is best for their family. However I do think that looking for a man to stay at home as a means to obtain status is appalling and disrespectful.
82 weeks ago
82 weeks ago
Stephanie Springer
How does your spouse (or significant other) support your career? http://on.wsj.com/cCTJMk
Rebecca Thorman:
I once mentioned on my blog that the companies my boyfriend and I work for are really getting two people because we support each other so much and ...MoreI once mentioned on my blog that the companies my boyfriend and I work for are really getting two people because we support each other so much and bounce a lot of ideas off each other. Having someone that understood and supported my ambition (and didn't want me to be housewife, and didn't want me to shift my ambition to a different area) was something I didn't know was so important until I had it.
83 weeks ago
83 weeks ago
L.J. Acker:
Don't tell each other what to do. Give space. Appreciate their work. Keep each other grounded. Have joint goals. :)
83 weeks ago
83 weeks ago
Elysa Rice
Being in Love Makes You Impervious to Pain http://t.co/rQmjZHG "Next time you have a headache, don't reach for an Advil—instead, fall passionately in love with a person of your choosing. You see, scientists have found that love can act as a fairly powerful painkiller. Like morphine!"
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Elysa Rice
love this post from Brazen member, Caitlin McCabe - The New Office and Coworking Couples. http://dlvr.it/6zB64 although I met my boyfriend at my last job I don't think we'd work well together if we both worked from home. how about you?
84 weeks ago from Power Couples and Young Professional Women (YPW)
Ashley A. Reed, PHR:
Interesting article and perspective! Actually I know one couple in particular that started a business together, and they work very well in their ...MoreInteresting article and perspective! Actually I know one couple in particular that started a business together, and they work very well in their environment. My husband and I met at a prior job, however we didn't start dating until I was beginning to job hunt for a new position to get back into HR. Having a background with a professional relationship was awkward at first, but I held a lot of respect for him. For a brief time, we carpooled and worked together and that worked well for us. In the long run however, I think we're not the "working together" type. He still works at the same company, so we can connect and discuss current events going on within the company and I have a deeper understanding of it (which is nice). Another positive is that we work well together doing home improvement projects now, because we know each others style in how we go about tackling different tasks.
84 weeks ago
84 weeks ago
Elysa Rice:
I'd say I agree that the transition for us from coworkers to dating was an interesting dance as well. We do projects together as well.
83 weeks ago
83 weeks ago
Cameron Plommer
I found this cool website today: http://www.themansguidetolove.com/
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JenG
Penelope's blog post about how kids impact your happiness really resonated with me (love being a parent, but don't love hours on hours of kid play). Then I saw an awesome National Geographic video of a chimp and her offspring checking out a hidden camera with very different behavior--it reminded me a lot of modern day families. Thus was born the post: Is Your Family Killing Your Curiosity? http://bit.ly/92C4sc
Any thoughts on a solution? Can you have your kids and your curiosity too?
90 weeks ago from Ask Penelope Trunk!, Helicopter Parents, Power Couples, Personal Development and Creating a Life You Love3 more
Rebecca Thorman:
Wow, what a cute video. I read the NYMag article a few weeks ago as well and thought it was a great divergent view on parenthood. I'm sure it does ...MoreWow, what a cute video. I read the NYMag article a few weeks ago as well and thought it was a great divergent view on parenthood. I'm sure it does kill curiosity of a certain sort because your primary reason for being is no longer discovery, but protection. But with protection, you have to be curious enough (note the moms who are dilligent in researching the best products for their children). So it's just a shift. I think the key here is that your skills will remain the same, but the topic will be very different. But I'm not a parent, so who knows ;)
90 weeks ago
90 weeks ago
Aurian Campbell
For anyone who isn't already involved, there's a power couple-related discussion going on here: http://www.brazencareerist.com/conversation/537344.
Claire Veuthey
Neat NYT article- The Female Factor: the effects of shared parental leave in Sweden: http://tinyurl.com/2vbv2e9
Ryan Paugh
In a couple weeks my parents and my girlfriend's parents are going to meet for the first time. This isn't something that I've ever stressed out about before, but my current girlfriend is pretty awesome. I want this meeting to go well. I know that it's pretty much a dice roll, but if you guys have any tips for how I can make the first encounter a good one I'd love to hear from you. I'll give you all an update after they meet too.
102 weeks ago from Relationships: How do we create great ones?, Power Couples, Work-Family Balance, Work/Life Blur and Young Professional Women (YPW)3 more
Olga Garcia recommended this
Hannah Kane:
@Ryan-- I found myself in a similar situation a couple of weeks ago, when my boyfriend of two year's parents and mine met for the first time. I ...More@Ryan-- I found myself in a similar situation a couple of weeks ago, when my boyfriend of two year's parents and mine met for the first time. I was nervous because where my parents are left leaning democrats, his are on the far right of the spectrum, and I was just hoping to avoid catastrophe.
We all met up for dinner and managed to steer the conversation to common ground-- their kids, of course, and sports! Sports are something everyone tends to have common ground in. And after dinner, things lightened up even more when we went out to an Irish pub for a drink. From your comments above, it seems like that option might be a winner!
101 weeks ago
We all met up for dinner and managed to steer the conversation to common ground-- their kids, of course, and sports! Sports are something everyone tends to have common ground in. And after dinner, things lightened up even more when we went out to an Irish pub for a drink. From your comments above, it seems like that option might be a winner!
101 weeks ago
Ryan Paugh:
@Jenn -- Awesome recommendation. I'm going to check it out this weekend.
@Hannah -- I'm counting my blessings that both my girlfriend's parents ...More@Jenn -- Awesome recommendation. I'm going to check it out this weekend.
@Hannah -- I'm counting my blessings that both my girlfriend's parents and my own seem to be more on the Conservative side. Politics can ruin everything.
Drinks always help, too! They'll be plenty of beer when our parents finally meet in a few weeks :)
101 weeks ago
@Hannah -- I'm counting my blessings that both my girlfriend's parents ...More@Jenn -- Awesome recommendation. I'm going to check it out this weekend.
@Hannah -- I'm counting my blessings that both my girlfriend's parents and my own seem to be more on the Conservative side. Politics can ruin everything.
Drinks always help, too! They'll be plenty of beer when our parents finally meet in a few weeks :)
101 weeks ago
Ryan Paugh
What’s more difficult to achieve: A successful relationship or a successful startup? Jun Loayza asked me this very question a couple weeks ago and wrote a blog post about it over here >> http://bit.ly/bAUO73
My response was: If you’re in a good start up and a good relationship, they’re equally difficult. Oftentimes for me it’s the conflict between the two that brings the most stress.
How would you have answered his question???
103 weeks ago from Web Startups, Upstarts!, Shotgun Startups and Power Couples2 more
Ryan Paugh:
@Mike -- I think that one of the most difficult parts of start-up life is not killing your business partners during the early stages of your ...More@Mike -- I think that one of the most difficult parts of start-up life is not killing your business partners during the early stages of your business :)
All jokes aside, I think you might be right. For me, it's always been the conflict between my personal and professional relationships that's been the most challenging. But if that conflict didn't exist I would probably say that maintaining healthy start-up relationships is most difficult.
102 weeks ago
All jokes aside, I think you might be right. For me, it's always been the conflict between my personal and professional relationships that's been the most challenging. But if that conflict didn't exist I would probably say that maintaining healthy start-up relationships is most difficult.
102 weeks ago
Raquel Elle Bell:
With any relationship or start up defined roles and responsibilities are key with accountability, trust, honesty and the most important of all ...MoreWith any relationship or start up defined roles and responsibilities are key with accountability, trust, honesty and the most important of all communication. If you keep it simply, never assume, and throw out the unspoken rules you'll be good. Many times we assume that the people we are working with are going to be on the same page, or have the same aptitude as us because they are in business. It's very rarely true.
102 weeks ago
102 weeks ago
Marie McKinney-Oates
Al and Tipper Gore are separating. Supposedly an affair is not to blame, and basically they both ended up carving out separate lives. I'd think this is how plenty of Power Couples meet their end... anyone have any tips on how to chase after your own dream while staying connected to your partner?
Rebecca Thorman:
That's really surprising to me - the reason. I think you have to have similar values (not necessarily dreams) and allow the other person to grow ...MoreThat's really surprising to me - the reason. I think you have to have similar values (not necessarily dreams) and allow the other person to grow and change. My boyfriend and I are deeply intertwined in terms of the activities and interests we're both involved in being so similar. I often wonder what will happen when this is inevitably not the case. His parents are a good example - they try to do some activities together no matter what even when their interests diverge. Like going to the gym... I've just recently started working out with Ryan, and I have to say it's really fun, but I get annoyed that he's in better shape than me :)
103 weeks ago
103 weeks ago
Marie McKinney-Oates:
In grad school we called what probably happened to the Gores 'drifting'. It's slow and no one notices it at first, but one day you look up and ...MoreIn grad school we called what probably happened to the Gores 'drifting'. It's slow and no one notices it at first, but one day you look up and you're worlds apart. It's sad really. What's worse is that it's one of the hardest problems to fix because it's two new people having to fall in love all over again.
I think the drifting happens when couples don't commit to prioritizing together time (like you and Ryan & his parents are doing). Together time that facilitates that feeling of "We're a team" is the really important kind. I think couples should focus on finding goals or projects that they want to accomplish together, like getting fit or getting a business off the ground.
Mark and I need to find a physical activity to get into together... we're thinking tennis will be fun. I'll probably not talk to him for a week if he beats me, though... so we'll see how it goes :)
103 weeks ago
I think the drifting happens when couples don't commit to prioritizing together time (like you and Ryan & his parents are doing). Together time that facilitates that feeling of "We're a team" is the really important kind. I think couples should focus on finding goals or projects that they want to accomplish together, like getting fit or getting a business off the ground.
Mark and I need to find a physical activity to get into together... we're thinking tennis will be fun. I'll probably not talk to him for a week if he beats me, though... so we'll see how it goes :)
103 weeks ago
Amy Calhoun
In reading "Switch," by the Heath brothers, research shows that we create positive illusions for ourselves. These positive illusions make us think we are good leaders, do above-average work and have lower risk of illness compared with others. Without being too hard on yourself, how does one get a clearer picture of who you are and what you really are accomplishing?
This will be a new challenge for me as I try to view myself more accurately and make changes accordingly.
103 weeks ago from Inspiring Leadership, The Boss-Employee Relationship, Professional Development and Power Couples2 more
Connie Roman:
There is no clear picture, but there is a picture. You make a list of positive and negative things about you to figure out exactly who you are. ...MoreThere is no clear picture, but there is a picture. You make a list of positive and negative things about you to figure out exactly who you are. Most likely the positives outweigh the negatives. Make a list of accomplishments completed and a list of goals. This should help you get an idea of where you want to go. Sometimes you have just plug along and one day wake up and it will hit you smack dab in the middle of your face! In other words you already see the whole picture, its just a matter of living it.
103 weeks ago
103 weeks ago
Chris Paugh:
I am very demanding of myself and I am a top performer. But when I feel that I am not providing value to the organization, I reevaluate by ...MoreI am very demanding of myself and I am a top performer. But when I feel that I am not providing value to the organization, I reevaluate by speaking with my boss and other peers within the company and look for opportunities to do so.
103 weeks ago
103 weeks ago
Ryan Paugh
What's your etiquette for picking up the phone when your spending quality time with your significant other? My girlfriend and I are both guilty of checking our email or answering a text message when we're supposed to be focused on each other. We try to set rules, but we don't always follow them. What are your rules, and what are the exceptions to those rules?
105 weeks ago from mobile, Smartphone Friends and Power Couples1 more
Elizabeth Williams:
It depends. During "date" time (dinner, watching TV/Movies together, etc.) we either have our phones off or in another room. Even though my cell ...MoreIt depends. During "date" time (dinner, watching TV/Movies together, etc.) we either have our phones off or in another room. Even though my cell phone is my business phone, I don't answer it during dinner, period; during out date times, I check the caller ID and if it's a client, I answer. If it's friends, family, or a business, I don't. We also have a no texting/tweeting rule about dinner / "date time" with the exception of the first five minutes we're in a restaurant, movie theatre, etc. so we can check in on Foursquare.
105 weeks ago
105 weeks ago
Sean Masters:
@Ty or 20% of people aged 18-30 lie on surveys. Probably a mix of the two (actually doing it either in good fun or out of boredom, or lying on the ...More@Ty or 20% of people aged 18-30 lie on surveys. Probably a mix of the two (actually doing it either in good fun or out of boredom, or lying on the survey).
105 weeks ago
105 weeks ago
Ryan Paugh
Do you think that having overlapping careers with your significant other makes it easier or harder for your relationship to flourish? Have you ever found yourself in a situation where you and your partner are in direct competition with one another? How do you deal with that?
106 weeks ago from Young Professional Men (YPM) and Power Couples
Ryan Paugh:
@Stephanie: My girlfriend and I have overlapping careers, but skill sets that are different. It's really nice because we can help each other out ...More@Stephanie: My girlfriend and I have overlapping careers, but skill sets that are different. It's really nice because we can help each other out in areas where we're not as skilled as the other.
106 weeks ago
106 weeks ago
Travis Power:
My career is taking me towards Product Management which takes me a bit into the marketing realm when considering new products. My wife is a ...MoreMy career is taking me towards Product Management which takes me a bit into the marketing realm when considering new products. My wife is a marketing professional. I think that she feels uneasy by my new found knowledge but so far we haven't clashed in our careers. We've talked about how fun it would be to do a startup together because our skills compliment each other but have never pursued that path.
106 weeks ago
106 weeks ago
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