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Cheryl Lynn Morris Back in the late 70s/early 80s, I read in Psychology Today about Dr. Ira Progoff's Intensive Journal technique for accessing and managing your attitudes and beliefs in your subconscious mind. I learned from the examples in the article, and was able to extinguish a bad habit that was alarming me. I've signed up to take the 3-hour Introductory Presentation in Ellicott City, Maryland on June 3, 2012. See this website for details: http://www.intensivejournal.org/general/northeast_midAtlantic.php

1 week ago from Washington D.C.

 
Tracy Tran Next Tues 5/15, I'm holding an event for job seekers & recruiters/HR/hiring managers at Nats Park. For job seekers: it is free for the event & can spend up to $10 on food/beverages/merchandise courtesy of me. For recruiters, they pay to Attend the game; Post a job through our channels (web, social media, texting, mobile); Network; Spend up to $10 in F/B/M; Your company listed in the Eventbrite registration page for job seekers to see. RSVP here: http://natsseekers2012.eventbrite.com/

2 weeks ago from Brazen Undergrads, Washington D.C., Networking Tips, We're Hiring and NOVA3 more

Steve: If any job seekers are planning on attending and want their resume reviewed I would be happy to do help. Just contact me at MoreIf any job seekers are planning on attending and want their resume reviewed I would be happy to do help. Just contact me at steve@quality-resumes.com
2 weeks ago
 
Bernard Ferret Hundreds of Green Jobs in DC listed on The Green Job Bank: http://tinyurl.com/ckf4a3q

4 weeks ago from Washington D.C.

 
Ed Barrientos The New York Times says the DC tech scene is sizzling! It also mentions Brazen Careerist and the investment climate. http://nyti.ms/hs87LK

68 weeks ago from Washington D.C., NOVA, Upstarts! and Venture Capital2 more

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Jaclyn Schiff: Welcome Calista! I would have loved to connect with you in the event as well. Happy to connect other times or hopefully we will get to chat at one ...MoreWelcome Calista! I would have loved to connect with you in the event as well. Happy to connect other times or hopefully we will get to chat at one of the other upcoming events!
42 weeks ago
C R: Hi Jaclyn, its good to meet you. Hope to chat with you at the next event.
42 weeks ago
 
Louis Maldonado Are job boards really legit? I ask because being registered on a few, I see the same jobs posted on each of them. Makes me wonder if anyone has ever gotten a job through that media? I would like to hear your thoughts. Thanks.

16 weeks ago from Washington D.C.

 
Louis Maldonado I'm trying to connect with a construction recruiter in Baltimore/Washington, DC.

16 weeks ago from Washington D.C.

 
Veronica Concept Solutions is hiring highly motivated and talented people who contribute to our organizational success through leadership and dedication. In the return, we provide excellent benefits, growth and career opportunities, training and development, and a fun and friendly work environment and supportive management who care. ~Please see our openings at www.concept-solutions.com~

16 weeks ago from Washington D.C.

 
Stacyann Forrester Looking for a book club in Washington, DC focusing on female authors around the world? Check out Women of the World Book Club- Washington, DC www.socializr.com/event/676024865 (website coming soon!)

29 weeks ago from Washington D.C.

 
Jason H. Parker I've been thinking lately about the importance of building social capital, or essentially, positioning oneself as a central node in a network of interconnected relationships. What do you do in your professional life to build social capital? What tools/tips/questions have you found to be effective for you in building these quality relationships?

63 weeks ago from Recruiters Unite!, Productivity & Time-Management, Social Entrepreneurs, Washington D.C. and Barter on Brazen3 more

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Sam Rye: Vickie brings up a good point - depends on what you mean by Social Capital really I guess? Personally I call myself a connector whilst I'm working ...MoreVickie brings up a good point - depends on what you mean by Social Capital really I guess? Personally I call myself a connector whilst I'm working with Enspiral - I connect people, places, things, ideas and locations to make things happen. I think the important thing is listening - without that you can't really be that connector.
Enspiral itself is all about building social capital in the sense of social enterprise - supporting purpose over profit. We focus our talents & skills on great projects/relationships with NGO's & Social Enterprises.... we're kind of a social enterprise FOR social enterprises you could say.

I also co-host a series of workshops which supports idea innovation & project incubation for social innovators in Wellington, NZ - where I now call my hometown.

So in essence - listening & analysis helps build networks and pro-activity/action helps build social capital I guess?
60 weeks ago
Mike Ambassador Bruny: I hope i'm not dublicating here, but what I do is be curious/interested in others. I once had an admin who was really mean to me until I went and ...MoreI hope i'm not dublicating here, but what I do is be curious/interested in others. I once had an admin who was really mean to me until I went and checked out one of her plays (it wasn't a political move, I really wanted to see the play). The other thing I do is find opportunities to be with people in non-work settings. Going to a conference and then hitting the dance floor, always seems to change the dynamics of the relationship.
29 weeks ago
 
Jason H. Parker I worked from home yesterday morning and accomplished a ton of work. Seems like I'm always able to focus when I'm working from home. Is this rare--I feel like I'm in the minority here?

57 weeks ago from Freelancing, Location Independent and Washington D.C.1 more

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Pamela J Carter: I don't think so...if you're comfortable in your home and have work space set aside there, often you'll find you're more productive there than at ...MoreI don't think so...if you're comfortable in your home and have work space set aside there, often you'll find you're more productive there than at the office. And you don't have the drive time there and back to worry about daily.
33 weeks ago
JRandom42: Here's the thing: I'm an infrastructure engineer, which means I work on and with the company's infrastructure, which includes, switch, routers, ...MoreHere's the thing: I'm an infrastructure engineer, which means I work on and with the company's infrastructure, which includes, switch, routers, servers, cabling and so on. Kinda hard to do from home, especially when a lot depends on the high-end hardware and software that never leaves the facility, not to mention the 10Gbit network throughout the facility. Remote connections suck, especially with the security involved and the narrowness of the bandwidth pipe.
33 weeks ago
 
Vickie Elmer Hello Beltway Brazens, I need to interview two or three people who are working as independent contractors or freelancers in D.C. for an article for the WashPost's Capital Business. Takes about 15 -20 minutes. If you're game, contact me here or drop me a line at Vickie.Elmer@gmail.com. Look forward to hearing from you.

37 weeks ago from Washington D.C.

Tariq West: Hi Vickie, I'm game!
37 weeks ago
Vickie Elmer: Thanks for all those who contacted me for this piece. I ended up with one Brazen person - the m.e. of the Brazen blog Jaclyn Schiff - in my ...MoreThanks for all those who contacted me for this piece. I ended up with one Brazen person - the m.e. of the Brazen blog Jaclyn Schiff - in my article. It's available now and gives 5 tips for super busy freelancers too at http://wapo.st/naDCYH
35 weeks ago
 
Amanda Veinott Join two of my colleagues in Washington DC on 9/21 for a complimentary Employee Engagement event @ National Geographic! This event will highlight common engagement pitfalls, like teaching to the test, gaming the system, and analysis paralysis; provide an interactive forum to learn from other companies’ mistakes and best practices; and shift the conversation from number crunching to creating a leader-led culture of engagement (leaders seeing beyond the numbers). http://tinyurl.com/921event

35 weeks ago from Human Resources and Washington D.C.

 
Rachael Seda Hi DC Brazenites, the USA for UNHCR (UN Refugee Agency) is having a DC #BlueKey Tweetup for their Blue Key Campaign. The $5 Blue Key pin or pendant represents the key to a home that refugees don't have. All you have to do to sign-up is buy a Blue Key and then come enjoy the happy hour at Ceiba and meet some cool people while supporting a great cause! Hope to see you there! http://bluekeydc.eventbrite.com/

36 weeks ago from Washington D.C.

 
TOP IDEA: Ty Unglebower Today I am beginning the process of unfollowing, and unsubscribing, and just plain giving up on some of the "must follow!" gurus, blogs, Twitter feeds and websites I sort of fell for in 2010. Actually I didn't totally fall for all of them, but I was acting on the water cooler premise that if I read what everyone else read, I'd have more to talk about and hence more to network about. But it was inauthentic. I'm tired. No more "Godin-like" sites for me without some unique appeal.

71 weeks ago from Networking Tips, Creating a Life You Love, Baltimore Brazen and Washington D.C.2 more

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Ben Donahower: Yep, I get what I call RSS creep all of the time. Every six months or so I need to pare down.
71 weeks ago
Reneida: Completely agree Ty. This is particularly a problem with Twitter...before you know it you're following way too many people (especially the ...MoreCompletely agree Ty. This is particularly a problem with Twitter...before you know it you're following way too many people (especially the "gurus") and absorbing absolutely nothing in terms of content that is sincerely relevant to you. I only follow a few people that I find interesting and in line with what I want to learn/know. Sure, my follow back numbers suffer as a result, but I did not sign up to that SN for the popularity but rather the value.
70 weeks ago
 
TOP IDEA: Ty Unglebower Have you ever heard how excited some people get about "putting this place on the map"? Whether it be a city, a company, a college, or something else. How often are too many sacrifices to the character of the institution for the sake of greater fame? I say too many, too often. I'm not worried about being a part of something on the map. I want to be a part of something that offers a rewarding experience. I discuss this in my latest post. http://bit.ly/gaaGUJ

69 weeks ago from Washington D.C., Creating a Life You Love, Creatively Inspired and Baltimore Brazen2 more

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Zack Laplante: Great entry Ty, I feel a lot of sentiment with your thoughts here. I went to a very small public high school with a music program that has a ...MoreGreat entry Ty, I feel a lot of sentiment with your thoughts here. I went to a very small public high school with a music program that has a great reputation with the surrounding communities. Tell that to the administration though. We've had to fund the program independently for years now because the school refuses to fund the music program and other extracurriculars properly and instead puts everything into (big surprise!) the basketball team. I don't know what it is about being "put on the map," but it truly doesn't seem to be the best policy in all cases.
68 weeks ago
Ty Unglebower: Thanks for your thoughts, both of you! (I just now got back onto to my BC account today after some difficulties.)

I like how you put it Jeremy. ...MoreThanks for your thoughts, both of you! (I just now got back onto to my BC account today after some difficulties.)

I like how you put it Jeremy. That the map destroys greatness. I think that sums up my view on the issue rather nicely.

And Zack, it sounds like you have experienced first hand exactly what I am talking about.
68 weeks ago
 
TOP IDEA: Dan Canedo Hey everyone. I have a question about online job postings. I applied to a an online job posting, but now have updated info to add to it. Is it okay to submit an updated resume to an online job posting (of which you've previously posted a resume)? Will the additions to your accomplishments/experience matter to a recruiter for an job posted online? Will the re-submission cause confusion? Will it hurt your chances of getting selected for an interview or will it help? Thanks everyone!

38 weeks ago from Citi, Washington D.C., Brazen Careerists in New York City and Entry-Level Young Professionals2 more

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Jennifer Hecht: Hi Dan!! I would suggest absolutely update your resume to the online job posting, even if you previously applied. Most recruiting systems have a ...MoreHi Dan!! I would suggest absolutely update your resume to the online job posting, even if you previously applied. Most recruiting systems have a date/time stamp on actions take in the system so the recruiter can use the most current resume. If given the option on the online posting, I would suggest deleting the older resume. Also, if invited to an interview always remember to bring an updated copy of your resume with you, even if the recruiter/hiring manager state they have a copy. This will ensure that the recruiter/hiring manager has the most current resume. Hope this helps!!!
38 weeks ago
Dan Canedo: Thank you Sonja and Jennifer for your help!
38 weeks ago
 
Dr. Woody Is Incivility at Work on the Rise??? Check out my column & take our quick poll on incivility at your workplace! I'll share the results next Monday! http://www.foxbusiness.com/personal-finance/2011/08/15/how-is-workplace-...

40 weeks ago from Brazen Careerists in New York City, Atlanta Professionals, Philadelphia Lovers and Washington D.C.2 more

Dr. Woody: Share your thoughts on Incivility at Work! Take the quick FoxBusiness Poll. No registration or sigh-in needed!
40 weeks ago
 
Dannielle Blumenthal A few tix left for FREE DC-based lunch & learn tele-seminar 12-1 this Thurs. Aug. 18 - "Social Media 101" feat. Regina Walton of Organic Social Media http://socialmedia101-reginawalton.eventbrite.com/ sponsored by FCN & NAGC

40 weeks ago from Washington D.C.

 
Ty Unglebower Much is said here on Brazen and all of the other similar career oriented sites about risk taking. Getting out of one's comfort zone. I don't know if I agree with all of it, but I do know that certain types of risk taking, such as the flashy, jump off a cliff kind get more traction in the stories, blogs, and webinars. But there are quiet, subtle, risk taken by the introverted among us every day. I write about the overlooked risks of the introvert. http://bit.ly/qAaP3j

43 weeks ago from Washington D.C., Baltimore Brazen, Creating a Life You Love and Creatively Inspired2 more

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JRandom42: Despair.com comes through with the definitive quote on risk taking:

MoreDespair.com comes through with the definitive quote on risk taking:

http://www.despair.com/risks.html

43 weeks ago
Noel Rozny: Did my comment show up on your blog?
43 weeks ago
 
Tracy Tran Starting on July 26, Tran Recruiting is proud to announce that we are introducing NatsJobs. NatsJobs is where you advertise your jobs through Nats baseball games. Your job postings will be advertised through our Twitter and Facebook page during the game. If you are interested in advertising your jobs during Nats games, contact me via email at tracy@tranrecruiting.com or by phone at (703) 334-8454. For more details: http://bit.ly/oRFY9v For the reason behind NatsJobs: http://bit.ly/ntaddn

43 weeks ago from Washington D.C., Entrepreneurs, NOVA and We're Hiring2 more

 
Irene Colthurst Hi all. I'm moving back to D.C. (where I was at school for three years) late next month. Any advice would be very welcome. Hope you all are staying cool and crisp!

44 weeks ago from Washington D.C.

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Rebecca Thorman: Hi Irene - if you need short-term housing for a few days/weeks while you look for a place, my boyfriend and I have an extra den with it's own ...MoreHi Irene - if you need short-term housing for a few days/weeks while you look for a place, my boyfriend and I have an extra den with it's own bathroom that we could offer you. It's two blocks from the metro, great views and lots of amenities in building. Feel free to email me at rlthorman@gmail.com if you're interested!
44 weeks ago
Irene Colthurst: Thanks all! Among the many reasons, professional and personal, that I'm moving to D.C. is that I cannot drive (non-correctable vision impairment). ...MoreThanks all! Among the many reasons, professional and personal, that I'm moving to D.C. is that I cannot drive (non-correctable vision impairment). So, car-related info I'll keep in mind to pass along. The suggestion of NE along the Red Line sounds very good. I have a list of orgs I'd like to do informational interviews with, and I'll start composing questions.
44 weeks ago
 
Ty Unglebower It is about time someone at least made a minimal effort to put an official (if not instantly effective) end to discrimination against the unemployed in the job search. It is not only disgusting and unfair, but also lazy. I have heard so much talk from hiring managers about "why see so many people we need to narrow it down somehow" that I wish all of them would become unemployed for 100 weeks to see just how this tactic feels from the other side. http://bit.ly/rqpC2i

45 weeks ago from Networking Tips, Entry-Level Young Professionals, Washington D.C. and Baltimore Brazen2 more

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Edward Antrobus: @Jim, Even if a person is unemployed because they aren't what their last employered needed "to stay healthy," that isn't necessarily a reflection ...More@Jim, Even if a person is unemployed because they aren't what their last employered needed "to stay healthy," that isn't necessarily a reflection on the (un)employee. I'm in that boat right now. I was laid off after my position was eliminated to save money and the duties were split between two other, more senior, employees.

And if a person is unemployed due to a reason directly related to their actions, a prospective employer should ask themselves if that reason is 1) relevant to their operation and 2)likely to happen again. If it is, THAT may be a valid reason to not hire a person...at which point it's not discrimination based on the actual unemployment.
44 weeks ago
Edward Antrobus: Also, from the NELP report:
Significantly, the legislation does not make the unemployed a "protected class" under antidiscrimination laws. It is ...MoreAlso, from the NELP report:
Significantly, the legislation does not make the unemployed a "protected class" under antidiscrimination laws. It is far more targeted, focusing solely on the process of recruiting and hiring,
and applies only to decisions that are based on individuals' employment status.
44 weeks ago
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