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Young Professional Survival Guide

This is the place for young professionals in all industries to come together and share tips on how they "LIVE THE DREAM".

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Bryon Ownby I've been passed up on two promo's due to freezes on company relocations. My last performance review only stated I need more visibility to site senior mgmt (although I have great visibility at ...More I've been passed up on two promo's due to freezes on company relocations. My last performance review only stated I need more visibility to site senior mgmt (although I have great visibility at our hdq location, but it is remote and only seen by a few). I have led the intern program here for 2 years, teach two learning/development classes, on team to coordinated the annual site holiday party (in addition to my normal job). Any ideas what else I could do (very bored with my position right now)?

1 week ago from Young Professional Survival Guide

Bryon Ownby To anyone who may be online, what do you wear for a job interview on a Saturday when they tell you to come casual? It's with a local consulting firm and an opportunity of a life time for me! ...MoreTo anyone who may be online, what do you wear for a job interview on a Saturday when they tell you to come casual? It's with a local consulting firm and an opportunity of a life time for me! (This is my first prof interview ever conducted on the weekend, other weekend type interviews have been for stop gap jobs/retail jobs of the pass).

3 weeks ago from Young Professional Survival Guide

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Carmille: Awesome. Keep us posted.
2 weeks ago

Bryon Ownby: Well the latest update, the owner is deciding to fill other critical positions at the moment. I was told that I was most definite second pic - ...MoreWell the latest update, the owner is deciding to fill other critical positions at the moment. I was told that I was most definite second pic - what has kept me out of round 1, the specific software experience and the firm's close deadline they have to meet at the moment. (Frustrating).
1 week ago

Tyler J. Durbin Ryan Paugh asked: "How can managers better connect with young employees?"

Here's my video on my thoughts on the issue:

MoreRyan Paugh asked: "How can managers better connect with young employees?"

Here's my video on my thoughts on the issue:

http://www.genyjourney.com/2010/03/how-can-managers-better-connect-with....

How can YOUR managers better connect with you?

1 week ago from Young Professional Survival Guide

Christina Turn your travel plans into powerful resume builders. Learn how at www.thesavvygrad.com

1 week ago from Young Professional Survival Guide

Kristi Leach Here's a good article with basic tips for success that it took me a few years to gather from other sources. (It's not my article, I just agree with the tips): MoreHere's a good article with basic tips for success that it took me a few years to gather from other sources. (It's not my article, I just agree with the tips): http://www.stumbleupon.com/su/5gW2Nf/connect.mypath.com/mypath/blogs/col...

2 weeks ago from Young Professional Survival Guide

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Christina I am looking for guest bloggers for my blog The Savvy Grad (www.thesavvygrad.com). I write about the trials ...MoreI am looking for guest bloggers for my blog The Savvy Grad (www.thesavvygrad.com). I write about the trials and tribulations of transitioning from college student to young professional. I would love to hear about your experiences, or any advice you may have for recent grads. if you are interested you can contact me at savvygrad@me.com.

2 weeks ago from Young Professional Survival Guide

Tyler J. Durbin What type of people do you surround yourself with? Have you ever heard of Warren Buffet's "snowball" philosophy? If you surround yourself with successful people, you start doing successful work ...MoreWhat type of people do you surround yourself with? Have you ever heard of Warren Buffet's "snowball" philosophy? If you surround yourself with successful people, you start doing successful work resulting in successful career.

www.genyjourney.com

13 weeks ago from Young Professional Survival Guide

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Tyler J. Durbin: @Carmille I've always heard that your salary is the average salary of your 5 closest friends.

@Melissa I like your thoughts! I often ...More@Carmille I've always heard that your salary is the average salary of your 5 closest friends.

@Melissa I like your thoughts! I often find that highly connected people have hundreds of "contacts" but very few close friends to depend on. I really try hard to focus on my close friends as opposed to having 10,000 twitter followers or 500 linkedin connections
2 weeks ago

Mehul Kar: Inspiration is a rebound mechanism. So is stimulation. The smarter your environment, the more your intrinsic motivation will feed off it.
2 weeks ago

Tyler J. Durbin There has been over a dozen new members to the network in just the past week. Why did you join the network? What are you hoping to learn? What can you contribute from your experiences?

3 weeks ago from Young Professional Survival Guide

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Kirk DaPonte: Hello Tyler. Much like the reasons Carmille and Julie mentioned, networking and knowledge growth are most appealing to me and are integral to my ...MoreHello Tyler. Much like the reasons Carmille and Julie mentioned, networking and knowledge growth are most appealing to me and are integral to my goals within today's job market. (and helps me control my sanity) ;)
3 weeks ago

Tyler J. Durbin: Hey thanks for sharing...more than happy to see all the new members. Feel free to share your experiences as often as possible!
2 weeks ago

Tyler J. Durbin I'm thinking for 2010 I want to cancel my cable to help me meet some of my 2010 Goals (i.e. Save more money, read more books, get involved in more philanthropy). I'm having a hard time convincing ...MoreI'm thinking for 2010 I want to cancel my cable to help me meet some of my 2010 Goals (i.e. Save more money, read more books, get involved in more philanthropy). I'm having a hard time convincing myself (i'm an avid sports fan, can't live without MadMen and Million Dollar Listing) and keep CNN on all the time.

Any one going without their cable? Any help?

14 weeks ago from Young Professional Survival Guide

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Dawn Frost: I love my antenna and it's amazing what you can still find to watch. The programming on the main channels that you'll get is pretty good. I ...MoreI love my antenna and it's amazing what you can still find to watch. The programming on the main channels that you'll get is pretty good. I recommend my girlfriend's approach to finding the right antenna. She went to the store and bought 4-5 antennas, tried them all out at her place and returned all but the best the next day. I've convinced 2 people to change this year and they both said the same thing - they're just so mad they paid for cable so long.
3 weeks ago

Ryan Paugh: I've thought about this for awhile as well. I'm a sports lover and a I have acquired a few prime-time guilty pleasures. I'm starting to convince ...MoreI've thought about this for awhile as well. I'm a sports lover and a I have acquired a few prime-time guilty pleasures. I'm starting to convince myself that it's possible to live without given some of the discussion. Now I just have to convince my girlfriend that it could work too!
3 weeks ago

Christina What are some things you wished you had learned in college that would have prepared you for the real world?

6 weeks ago from Young Professional Survival Guide

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Steven Swernofsky: "When to hold 'em and when to fold 'em." Yes, this is teachable.
3 weeks ago

Melissa Breau: @Tyler - I highly recommend you check out a great book by Lindsey Pollak (More@Tyler - I highly recommend you check out a great book by Lindsey Pollak (www.lindseypollak.com) - From college to career. She does a great job at providing relevant information in an interesting way. She also has a blog (you can get there from her website). Check it out!

Also if you ever want someone to talk to about this stuff, shoot me a msg. It's a major area of interest of mine and I'm always up for giving people my opinion.
3 weeks ago

Tyler J. Durbin Does anyone have any stories of difficult situations they've had to handle in the workplace? It may be internal politics, client dissatisfaction, geographical location, overall culture, ...MoreDoes anyone have any stories of difficult situations they've had to handle in the workplace? It may be internal politics, client dissatisfaction, geographical location, overall culture, supervisors, etc.

How did you handle the situation?

4 weeks ago from Young Professional Survival Guide

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Christina: I think when it comes to recent grads in the work place there is a lot of abuse that goes on. You are expected to work at least 40 hours if not ...MoreI think when it comes to recent grads in the work place there is a lot of abuse that goes on. You are expected to work at least 40 hours if not more but you are compensated for 20 hours or less. When everyone is trying to save some money the first place they make budget cuts is entry level salaries. I have found it difficult to find a position that is willing to pay me for the time and work I am putting in
4 weeks ago

Tyler J. Durbin: @Byron The blog post is well written and seems to be so true. it definitely puts things into perspective. Thanks for adding.

More@Byron The blog post is well written and seems to be so true. it definitely puts things into perspective. Thanks for adding.

@Christina It's really a struggle as a young professional. You are trying to figure out what it takes to be a responsible adult, learning my your mistakes and on top of that you're not being respected for the amount of work you do. I guess it makes you stronger in the end though...
3 weeks ago

Christina Working out is an important element to a balanced life. If you enjoy working out, but can't afford the gym membership check out my blog for some unique and budget friendly fitness programs going ...MoreWorking out is an important element to a balanced life. If you enjoy working out, but can't afford the gym membership check out my blog for some unique and budget friendly fitness programs going on in your area. www.thesavvygrad.com

10 weeks ago from Young Professional Survival Guide

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Christina: Hey Tyler, I designed the site using i web. I am actually in the process of redesigning it any thoughts on how to make it better?

7 weeks ago

Tyler J. Durbin: I think the site is great!
7 weeks ago

Christina If you have student loans that are about to come due you need to know about the Income based Repayment plan. I just found out that I don't have to pay back any of my student loans for the next 12 ...MoreIf you have student loans that are about to come due you need to know about the Income based Repayment plan. I just found out that I don't have to pay back any of my student loans for the next 12 months! A great thing when you are trying to get your feet on the ground. Check out this site for the details http://www.thesavvygrad.com/The_Savvy_Grad/Blog/Entries/2009/12/14_Demys...

11 weeks ago from Young Professional Survival Guide

Tyler J. Durbin All the things I've learned since graduating college:

MoreAll the things I've learned since graduating college:

http://www.genyjourney.com/2009/12/year-in-review-what-ive-learned-since...

12 weeks ago from Young Professional Survival Guide

Tyler J. Durbin More great advice on what 20-something's should be doing to save money now!

MoreMore great advice on what 20-something's should be doing to save money now!

http://money.cnn.com/2009/12/10/pf/expert/early_saving.moneymag/index.htm

14 weeks ago from Young Professional Survival Guide

Laryssa: Great advice. I don't think I'd have the willpower to contribute on a regular basis to my 401K if I didn't have it direct deposited from my check. ...MoreGreat advice. I don't think I'd have the willpower to contribute on a regular basis to my 401K if I didn't have it direct deposited from my check. It's tough to think as far out as retirement when you feel like you're just starting up in your career.
14 weeks ago

Jenn N. Saunders I don't have cable anymore, I wasn't really watching much TV so I cancelled it recently. I do have Apple TV, I love it. It will not solve your problem of not having access to games, but you can ...MoreI don't have cable anymore, I wasn't really watching much TV so I cancelled it recently. I do have Apple TV, I love it. It will not solve your problem of not having access to games, but you can buy a season pass for your favorite shows. You can also access all the movies, and everything else for that matter, on iTune. You can link your iTunes account and access all your music through your TV too. Check it out, it may be the answer you're looking for.

14 weeks ago from Young Professional Survival Guide

Tyler J. Durbin Here's a great way to be more productive and less stressed out...I'm using now. http://bit.ly/YK8Sl Let me know your ...MoreHere's a great way to be more productive and less stressed out...I'm using now. http://bit.ly/YK8Sl Let me know your thoughts....

18 weeks ago from Young Professional Survival Guide

Erin Murtagh: I like this idea...a few big wins per week can definitely be a morale booster!
15 weeks ago

Tyler J. Durbin What are some things everyone is doing to "winterize" their homes/apartments?

17 weeks ago from Young Professional Survival Guide

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Barbie Hall: If you have really drafty windows you will see the plastic move a little when its really windy. Just shows you how much enery you are saving.
17 weeks ago

Erin Murtagh: I actually installed plastic on all my windows except kitchen window (need to open it if it gets smoky in the kitchen!). It has definitely made a ...MoreI actually installed plastic on all my windows except kitchen window (need to open it if it gets smoky in the kitchen!). It has definitely made a difference, and I could really feel the draft from the windows while I was installing it. It was easy to install, I used a 3M kit I got off of Amazon. I also use heavy curtains (Eclipse is the brand) which were also great in the summer for keeping the sun OUT and the room cooler. The plastic looks completely fine and really wasnt hard to install.
15 weeks ago

Tyler J. Durbin Great article from Sean at http://www.seanogle.com/ (aka @LifeExcursion on Twitter)

MoreGreat article from Sean at http://www.seanogle.com/ (aka @LifeExcursion on Twitter)

http://www.seanogle.com/headline/my-frugal-lifestyle

21 weeks ago from Young Professional Survival Guide

Sean Ogle: Hey Tyler, thanks for the mention! Although my twitter is @seanogle. @lifeExcursion is Dave Damron is is also excellent when it comes to living a ...MoreHey Tyler, thanks for the mention! Although my twitter is @seanogle. @lifeExcursion is Dave Damron is is also excellent when it comes to living a frugal lifestyle!
17 weeks ago

Tyler J. Durbin: I totally knew that Sean. I don't know what I was thinking when I posted this. Either way, I love your insights! Keep inspiring!
17 weeks ago

Tyler J. Durbin I had some issues at work I needed to solve from last week. What do you think of the process I took? Check out how I handled it @ MoreI had some issues at work I needed to solve from last week. What do you think of the process I took? Check out how I handled it @ http://www.genyjourney.com

18 weeks ago from Young Professional Survival Guide

Tyler J. Durbin: FOLLOW UP: My process resulted in setting an appointment before 8:30 a.m. today. Worked brilliantly...excited to make more calls (aka set more ...MoreFOLLOW UP: My process resulted in setting an appointment before 8:30 a.m. today. Worked brilliantly...excited to make more calls (aka set more appointments) this afternoon!
18 weeks ago

Tyler J. Durbin Has anyone checked out Mint.com? What a great and easy tool! I've been using Microsoft Money to track my personal and professional expenses since I started my own car detailing business in 8th ...MoreHas anyone checked out Mint.com? What a great and easy tool! I've been using Microsoft Money to track my personal and professional expenses since I started my own car detailing business in 8th grade. Mint.com connects automatically to everything...your credit card, student loans, bank accounts. One stop shop, no downloading anything! Check it out.

19 weeks ago from Young Professional Survival Guide

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Tyler J. Durbin: I have two issues with Mint though.

1) When you look at your trends, they are difficult to read because it shows both the entire ...MoreI have two issues with Mint though.

1) When you look at your trends, they are difficult to read because it shows both the entire category and the subcategories and combines them so it looks like you're spending double.

2) I can't find a way to print a report of my income/expense....is there such thing?
19 weeks ago

Erin Murtagh: agreed, I definitely think some of their features could be improved. I think when Mint merges with Quicken there will be some changes rolling out.
18 weeks ago

Tyler J. Durbin Check out the latest "peek" into my cubicle...

MoreCheck out the latest "peek" into my cubicle...

http://www.genyjourney.com/2009/11/peak-over-cubicle-wall.html

19 weeks ago from Young Professional Survival Guide

Tyler J. Durbin: It wasn't a great day but I'm ready to persevere and make it a great day... It's a day to day journey!
19 weeks ago

Tyler J. Durbin This group is for recent college grads and established professionals to share tips on living financially and environmentally responsible.

22 weeks ago from Young Professional Survival Guide