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Lexie
I am 19 and go to a small liberal arts school outside of Chicago. I take 4 hard classes, give tours, do mocktrial and manage the public relations, am president of two clubs, am secretary and treasurer of habit for humanity, am public relations for another club, news editor of the newspaper and a couple more things.I am repeatedly told by adults and friends that I need to slow down, de stress and get some rest.I take caffeiene pills to aid my lack of sleep so I have time to do everything perfect.
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Kylie Schleicher:
I completely understand, I just recently graduated from Gettysburg College, a small liberal arts school. I had a very stressful major and my 4 ...MoreI completely understand, I just recently graduated from Gettysburg College, a small liberal arts school. I had a very stressful major and my 4 years were filled with many late nights especially with all of my extra activities. My final year at Gettysburg slowed down, but I found myself bored and unsure what to do with my free time. I do better under stress and when I have very little time. Is that how you feel?
I would suggest to try not to use the caffeine, that can lead to huge headaches later ( i used to be a coffee addict). Try some yoga or set aside some tv time or do lunches and dinners with friends where you can relax, laugh and blow off a little steam.
50 weeks ago
I would suggest to try not to use the caffeine, that can lead to huge headaches later ( i used to be a coffee addict). Try some yoga or set aside some tv time or do lunches and dinners with friends where you can relax, laugh and blow off a little steam.
50 weeks ago
Curtis Johnson:
Keep it in balance. i have always liked the "marathon" runner's strategy. There are times to do what has to be done and there are times to be ...MoreKeep it in balance. i have always liked the "marathon" runner's strategy. There are times to do what has to be done and there are times to be reasonable. You have to set a reasonable pace for the long haul- don't become a "flash in the pan". The day will come when the sleep deprivation will catch up and then you find you can't do anything. Go hard, go fast but go smart.
50 weeks ago
50 weeks ago
Allison Cheston
I strongly believe that you shouldn't become a freelancer too early in your career. It doesn't provide you the contacts or experience you will need to grow. Here's my post on it, what are your thoughts? http://www.allisoncheston.com/work-life/dont-freelance-too-early-in-your...
53 weeks ago from Social Media Marketers, Career Rocketeer, Brazen Careerist's Top 50 Gen-Y Companies, Generation Y Marketers and Gen-Y Professional Bloggers3 more
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Jamie Nacht Farrell:
@Corbin - agree not to become a consultant "too early", but I also think that "early" is defined differently for each of us. For example, if ...More@Corbin - agree not to become a consultant "too early", but I also think that "early" is defined differently for each of us. For example, if someone is in an "account management" role for 3-4 years, not moving up, stagnant, then after 5 years - I would think it would be a bad idea to start consulting. However, if someone gets into their first company at 22 (right after grad.), works for great mentors and in roles where personal and professional deevlopment are focused on, succeeds, quadruples revenue, etc. there may be a different "early" for that individual.
@Gary - I'm totally immature ( ; and I owned my own consulting business for the past couple years. I think it's more about knowing how to 'keep yourself focused' and disciplined - which yes, CAN be attributed to maturity; but maybe not...could be a different skillset.
@Andrew - I love your KICKASS attitude ( ; and you will probably fair well. As a fellow ass kicker who had a similar experience as you are when I was in college, I can tell you that you may every well be able to freelance; to your point - if you have the right network when you were in college. That said, I also think it's a bold statement to say, "I disagree with what you've written" and only cite one example vs. a set of data. I used to do that a lot as well, but have learned over the years that I am probably an outlier. Speaking from professional and personal experience, I've hired over 1K freelancers for companies like the Washington Post, Kaplan, and numerous start ups and while you are RIGHT - I have hired 3 or 4 people that I just had a "gut" feeling about; I rarely hired anyone as a freelancer who had minimal or no experience. I always want to know what they did in their last job as that gives me an idea of what their capabilities and knowledge base is. I think something that is important to note is the difference in freelancing in different industries. For example, if you're a web designer or you have a specific skill set that you can work on / display while you're in college, no reason you can't do that when you get out as well. However for freelance jobs such as management, marketing, consulting, etc. experience is necessary.
52 weeks ago
@Gary - I'm totally immature ( ; and I owned my own consulting business for the past couple years. I think it's more about knowing how to 'keep yourself focused' and disciplined - which yes, CAN be attributed to maturity; but maybe not...could be a different skillset.
@Andrew - I love your KICKASS attitude ( ; and you will probably fair well. As a fellow ass kicker who had a similar experience as you are when I was in college, I can tell you that you may every well be able to freelance; to your point - if you have the right network when you were in college. That said, I also think it's a bold statement to say, "I disagree with what you've written" and only cite one example vs. a set of data. I used to do that a lot as well, but have learned over the years that I am probably an outlier. Speaking from professional and personal experience, I've hired over 1K freelancers for companies like the Washington Post, Kaplan, and numerous start ups and while you are RIGHT - I have hired 3 or 4 people that I just had a "gut" feeling about; I rarely hired anyone as a freelancer who had minimal or no experience. I always want to know what they did in their last job as that gives me an idea of what their capabilities and knowledge base is. I think something that is important to note is the difference in freelancing in different industries. For example, if you're a web designer or you have a specific skill set that you can work on / display while you're in college, no reason you can't do that when you get out as well. However for freelance jobs such as management, marketing, consulting, etc. experience is necessary.
52 weeks ago
Andrew Hill:
Absolutely, and one thing was I considered was the time to write a simple reply, verses going to find research to source would've been a bit ...MoreAbsolutely, and one thing was I considered was the time to write a simple reply, verses going to find research to source would've been a bit extreme for the setting. I don't like to think too highly of myself even if I know I'm a bit of an outlier lol. For example there are many opportunities for college students to gain experience as well while in school be it interning, running student organizations (and I mean really running them well and treating them as a business, not just claiming a title and doing nothing) and all types of other opprotunities to add to the résumé and experience to start freelancing. With that said I do have some issue with young student entrepreneurs starting a start up to help others start their companies and consult on that without experience...
I do a bit of consulting now, nothing too formal yet. I'm on a student advisory panel to the CollegeBoard and sat on the SAT committee for two years as a student as well as part of my responsibilities. I also do some other stuff, so I may consult in the future to some extent as I move on.
52 weeks ago
I do a bit of consulting now, nothing too formal yet. I'm on a student advisory panel to the CollegeBoard and sat on the SAT committee for two years as a student as well as part of my responsibilities. I also do some other stuff, so I may consult in the future to some extent as I move on.
52 weeks ago
Noel Rozny
Allison Cheston posted a great discussion awhile ago about the rising cost of tuition and soaring student debt. Megan Atkinson posted another great discussion about whether a college degree is worth the price of entrance, or if self-learning is a better alternative. What about the kind of degree programs that teach highly specific skill sets that translates into direct career paths, like these: http://j.mp/kntDRU Is this a better model for students at the end of the day?
52 weeks ago from myFootpath
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Andrew Hill:
Well with Obama's 55% with a college education by 2020 goal that many educational organizations are backing, the college enrollment will increase ...MoreWell with Obama's 55% with a college education by 2020 goal that many educational organizations are backing, the college enrollment will increase dramatically hopefully. Largely this will be done with Associates degrees as well as 4 year degrees. For some people, like dental hygienists it is a great route. Others a four year degree is what makes sense. Most people I know are going to 4 year institutions where they received the most scholarship/aid money because it is becoming ridiculous. A four year degree allows you to make about 87% more than someone with only a high school degree some recent report found. As far as "self learning" goes, almost always places require you to have a degree so it works in conjunction but not alone. So while many are suggesting college tuition prices may be the next bubble, and it is a concern on the college's side as well, especially the financial aid people, it is still an important piece of one's résumé and educational experience.
52 weeks ago
52 weeks ago
Mehul Kar
Need serious advice:
I have a newsletter to teach tennis with a bunch of subscribers in high school. Apparently, these subscribers don't really check their email..
I'm tempted to switch the newsletter into a Facebook page and write the letters as notes. I lose exclusivity and it means I get fans who are not really fans. Which means conversion rate when I want to sell a product (tennis lessons) is lower than with a dedicated mailing list.
What should I do?
75 weeks ago from Freelancing, Professional Writers and Editors, Social Media, Social Media Marketers and Brazen Bloggers3 more
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Diane L:
Not sure if you have decided on a contingent plan to approach this yet, but Jamie et al are right: more tools to get your name out there will not ...MoreNot sure if you have decided on a contingent plan to approach this yet, but Jamie et al are right: more tools to get your name out there will not hurt. I get that you want a "fight-club" feel to your group, that gets known by viral marketing. If you want to do that you have to be a true pro AND have something really hot and fresh to offer. Probably not something you can develop overnight unless you really have that level of expertise.
Your alternative method is to see all sources as your tool than a trip-up. You need to consider the medium and use it accordingly:
1) fb=large masses, frequent contact, less control. Letting your product go 'viral' and more out of control can be a good thing here. Reaches people you never could have otherwise, and it can be the litmus for how well your audience likes your product depending on how many 'like' your page. Check this source frequently to keep pulse of your company.
2) text (maybe)=more real-time notices, more personalized. Kind of like a limited pass to an private party, etc. Nice for some, annoying for others, matter of preference. Also note if they dont have text service.
3) email=where you have your content fully fleshed out and keep your current customers hooked. (fb is where you hook new ones)
Bottom line for u now seems to be, if people are really not reading your emails like you say, examine your content again. Layout is important too, but if you want to build an exclusive club where people are supposed to be clamouring to get in (isnt that the whole idea of exclusivity, demand>supply?), your content needs to be at that level too.
This is a v interesting problem. Good luck! Keep us updated.
66 weeks ago
Your alternative method is to see all sources as your tool than a trip-up. You need to consider the medium and use it accordingly:
1) fb=large masses, frequent contact, less control. Letting your product go 'viral' and more out of control can be a good thing here. Reaches people you never could have otherwise, and it can be the litmus for how well your audience likes your product depending on how many 'like' your page. Check this source frequently to keep pulse of your company.
2) text (maybe)=more real-time notices, more personalized. Kind of like a limited pass to an private party, etc. Nice for some, annoying for others, matter of preference. Also note if they dont have text service.
3) email=where you have your content fully fleshed out and keep your current customers hooked. (fb is where you hook new ones)
Bottom line for u now seems to be, if people are really not reading your emails like you say, examine your content again. Layout is important too, but if you want to build an exclusive club where people are supposed to be clamouring to get in (isnt that the whole idea of exclusivity, demand>supply?), your content needs to be at that level too.
This is a v interesting problem. Good luck! Keep us updated.
66 weeks ago
Laura Scheppler:
I agree with Roshan. Do an FB group. You can invite whomever you want and monitor things more closely. I have one that I have tied into my blog ...MoreI agree with Roshan. Do an FB group. You can invite whomever you want and monitor things more closely. I have one that I have tied into my blog and it makes things SOOOO much easier.
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65 weeks ago
Andrew Hill
So once again I need to look into getting some business cards. This time not to trade for another's but because I'm beginning to be asked for my own. I've tried to use a facebook fan page to make a business card but have not finished it (www.facebook.com/andrewhilll) Where does everyone prefer to have their's printed. I know what I want, I just need them to be quality.
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Edward Antrobus:
@Andrew Could you explain further? Maybe I'm just not properly understanding the concept. I understand tall poppy syndrome to be being jealous or ...More@Andrew Could you explain further? Maybe I'm just not properly understanding the concept. I understand tall poppy syndrome to be being jealous or wanting to undercut someone because they are more successful. My boss didn't care about the vendor's success. He just felt that those gifts had to be paid for somewhere and that money was coming from the vendors clients, i.e. they were buying their own gifts. My boss looked at it and thought that the product would be that much cheaper without the gifts.
As far as cities, I was being a bit facetious. I have no desire to live in cities or even be in them for the most part, but I don't begrudge people who do get those feelings you described. I live on the outskirts of Fort Collins (about an hour north of Boulder), which is a small city and even here I feel cramped.
Greetings, from a fellow Eagle Scout.
67 weeks ago
As far as cities, I was being a bit facetious. I have no desire to live in cities or even be in them for the most part, but I don't begrudge people who do get those feelings you described. I live on the outskirts of Fort Collins (about an hour north of Boulder), which is a small city and even here I feel cramped.
Greetings, from a fellow Eagle Scout.
67 weeks ago
David Sandusky:
@Edward said "I am turned off by people who pay more attention to image than substance" - I think we would all agree with this. No matter how ...More@Edward said "I am turned off by people who pay more attention to image than substance" - I think we would all agree with this. No matter how excellent the image, the brand values and delivery must match or the disconnect will be trouble. I recommend you strive for excellence at image and substance. It is a separator for job seekers and business development of all stripes. I think there has been good data points in this thread alone.
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67 weeks ago
Katie Perry
Have any of you relocated before? I am thinking about possibly relocating, and am curious as to how you went about it. I'm at a point in my career that I need to push my personal and professional development.
Linda A. Hamilton:
The biggest thing for me was the culture differences. I wasn't prepared for the culture shock that followed and how people treated me. The ...MoreThe biggest thing for me was the culture differences. I wasn't prepared for the culture shock that followed and how people treated me. The Midwestern mindset was so different from California that I had a really hard time with it. Not to preach, but it was my faith that sustained me through that time. It was the one common thing between cultures that worked and eventually led to good friends.
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67 weeks ago
Chris Parker:
Katie,
Also depending on the town or area you are moving you con go to Meetup.com which is a website chock full of different meetups like ...MoreKatie,
Also depending on the town or area you are moving you con go to Meetup.com which is a website chock full of different meetups like boardgames, knitting, exercise, night life, etc. When I found the board game meetup in my area that helped me know more people. There is a forum attached so you can introduce yourself and find out when the meetings are happening, just make sure the meetups are in a public place, but the ones I have found are all honorable. http://www.meetup.com they have meetups for damn near any hobby
67 weeks ago
Also depending on the town or area you are moving you con go to Meetup.com which is a website chock full of different meetups like ...MoreKatie,
Also depending on the town or area you are moving you con go to Meetup.com which is a website chock full of different meetups like boardgames, knitting, exercise, night life, etc. When I found the board game meetup in my area that helped me know more people. There is a forum attached so you can introduce yourself and find out when the meetings are happening, just make sure the meetups are in a public place, but the ones I have found are all honorable. http://www.meetup.com they have meetups for damn near any hobby
67 weeks ago
Dain
Figure I'd get this started. My Facebook Fan Page is: http://www.facebook.com/pages/The-Ultimate-Guide-to-Your-20s/17407527261...
Post yours and i'll become a fan. Hope this group ends up being a great way to promote our fan pages.
Edward Antrobus:
There are a few tools out there but my favorite is Calibre (MoreThere are a few tools out there but my favorite is Calibre (http://www.calibre-ebook.com). I primarily use Calibre to manage my ebook library, but it's got a very easy to use conversion tool.
One thing I would recommend is to take note of your meta-data. The free PDF printer you used printed the title as "Microsoft Word - The Ultimate Guide to Your 20s" Calibre will also convert into PDF.
Thanks. My cookbook should be out within the next month. I will be sure to add a sales tab to my Facebook page when it's out. BTW, I really like your idea of using a landing page for people who are new to your page instead of jumping right into the content like I do.
67 weeks ago
One thing I would recommend is to take note of your meta-data. The free PDF printer you used printed the title as "Microsoft Word - The Ultimate Guide to Your 20s" Calibre will also convert into PDF.
Thanks. My cookbook should be out within the next month. I will be sure to add a sales tab to my Facebook page when it's out. BTW, I really like your idea of using a landing page for people who are new to your page instead of jumping right into the content like I do.
67 weeks ago
Andrew Hill:
Here is mine: MoreHere is mine: http://www.facebook.com/AndrewHilll
It needs some work but is interesting to play with for now.
67 weeks ago
It needs some work but is interesting to play with for now.
67 weeks ago
Tyler Durbin
If you could ask a fellow entrepreneur anything, what would it be?
LY Gian:
How do you make money? How do you deal with business competition from the competitors?
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67 weeks ago
Austin Frogge
So why aren’t students involved in the education reform process? The input of the most important stakeholder is almost always left out; it baffles me. Anyone ever feel the same way? I recently co-founded a venture to better understand what students want to see out of their education system, what they want improved. Take a look at the site and let me know what you think. It will be evolving as we get more input into what the students want it to be. www.CrayonstoDiplomas.com. Look forward to it!
68 weeks ago from Online Higher Education Professionals and Education Conversations
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Andrew Hill:
Edward, the point about Langdon is that IQ is only one piece of the puzzle and you only need to be smart enough. If all you think of intelligence ...MoreEdward, the point about Langdon is that IQ is only one piece of the puzzle and you only need to be smart enough. If all you think of intelligence is IQ, how about the ants? I think that was mentioned in outliers, if not its also mentioned in every basic psych course taught anywhere.
Outliers was a good book. I would be extremely cautious to use it as logic in life though. Looking back on history you can always find correlations that seem logical in retrospect. Certain points in history have certain opportunities and if you're at the right time you can catch them and if you're not you can't. With that said, you are in charge of your own destiny.
The 10,000 hour rule is extremely relevent because that is related to playing the game the normal way. Examples such as Tim Ferriss prove that if you play the game intelligently with enough effort and spin it on it's head, it doesn't matter what everyone says is to be truth, you make your own truth.
There are point that there are circumstances beyond one's control that contribute is true, but they do not control success or failure. There are two different perspectives in life. Life isn't fair so I'm going to complain and say that is the reason I can't get ahead, or life isn't fair so I'm going to make the world my oyster, take no excuses for failure, and keep going.
As far as mars, my bet is 20-30 years down the road will be some of the first human one way trips. I doubt the US will be the ones doing this though (due to ethics and morals and human rights); most likely the Chinese.
67 weeks ago
Outliers was a good book. I would be extremely cautious to use it as logic in life though. Looking back on history you can always find correlations that seem logical in retrospect. Certain points in history have certain opportunities and if you're at the right time you can catch them and if you're not you can't. With that said, you are in charge of your own destiny.
The 10,000 hour rule is extremely relevent because that is related to playing the game the normal way. Examples such as Tim Ferriss prove that if you play the game intelligently with enough effort and spin it on it's head, it doesn't matter what everyone says is to be truth, you make your own truth.
There are point that there are circumstances beyond one's control that contribute is true, but they do not control success or failure. There are two different perspectives in life. Life isn't fair so I'm going to complain and say that is the reason I can't get ahead, or life isn't fair so I'm going to make the world my oyster, take no excuses for failure, and keep going.
As far as mars, my bet is 20-30 years down the road will be some of the first human one way trips. I doubt the US will be the ones doing this though (due to ethics and morals and human rights); most likely the Chinese.
67 weeks ago
Edward Antrobus:
Andrew, I agree about IQ and only needing enough. I brought up Langan just because it's an interesting example of how easy it is to fail, ...MoreAndrew, I agree about IQ and only needing enough. I brought up Langan just because it's an interesting example of how easy it is to fail, especially with the Byzantine educational system. You navigated it and faced adversity, and that's awesome. But for every one of you, I'm sure there are 10 who were in the same position but didn't succeed.
Sure you can succeed or fail regardless of the deal of the proverbial cards, but. going back to Ty's point, WILL isn't always enough. Intelligence isn't always enough. Opportunity isn't always enough. In fact, I'd say that a single quality is rarely enough for success, it takes a combination.
I will admit that I dislike Ferriss. He and I have different sets of ethics. I believe that the way that he competes in MMA competitions is cheating, contrary to the spirit of the rules.
So, do you think I should learn Chinese?
67 weeks ago
Sure you can succeed or fail regardless of the deal of the proverbial cards, but. going back to Ty's point, WILL isn't always enough. Intelligence isn't always enough. Opportunity isn't always enough. In fact, I'd say that a single quality is rarely enough for success, it takes a combination.
I will admit that I dislike Ferriss. He and I have different sets of ethics. I believe that the way that he competes in MMA competitions is cheating, contrary to the spirit of the rules.
So, do you think I should learn Chinese?
67 weeks ago
Diane Staheli
My fiance had a 3rd interview for an out of state job. When asked about his plans to relocate, he said he planned to rent an apartment.The interviewer asked if he was planning to sell his house, he said he was not in a position to do so, but maybe would be an option later.They told him they were not offering him the job bc he was not willing to sell his house. Aside from being wildly inappropriate, is it illegal to ask personal questions in an interview, and base a hiring decision upon it?
Andrew Hill:
Edward, my understanding of the situation is that it would be something extremely difficult to successfully prove in court. Once you voluntarily ...MoreEdward, my understanding of the situation is that it would be something extremely difficult to successfully prove in court. Once you voluntarily provide information you're pretty much screwed too. What makes it difficult is that hiring is a multifaceted examination of the individual and it is just as easy to say something else held them from hiring the individual. I have a friend that was in the same situation once before and it wasn't ideal to say the least.
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Edward Antrobus:
@Andrew, ah yes, reality and legality are often at conflict with each other. Illegal hiring or firing practices are often impossible to prove in ...More@Andrew, ah yes, reality and legality are often at conflict with each other. Illegal hiring or firing practices are often impossible to prove in court. In this case, if he had refused to answer, they probably would have not hired because he was being evasive.
67 weeks ago
67 weeks ago
Andrew Hill
So once again I need to look into getting some business cards. This time not to trade for another's but because I'm beginning to be asked for my own. I've tried to use a facebook fan page to make a business card but have not finished it (www.facebook.com/andrewhilll) Where does everyone prefer to have their's printed. I know what I want, I just need them to be quality.
Tom
It has been a week since I last visited here due to real life activities that consume priority time... and I am not even working! But as I look back, I see last week as rather normal. This leads me to wonder if part of the issue is that as we get older we have more of our real lives to deal with and have less time to spend sitting in front of a computer socializing. Younger people generally do not yet have children, aging parents, our aging selves, or even an aging house...
Andrew Hill:
As one ages roles in society tend to change. With that said I would hesitate to state that you must be older to be in your position. Many younger ...MoreAs one ages roles in society tend to change. With that said I would hesitate to state that you must be older to be in your position. Many younger people have ailing relatives, mothers, fathers and are taking care of them at young ages. I do agree with the random people on here and the lack of depth. I've had an account on here since it started up and only come here every month or two to use it a little. I find that frequently people here are just complaining or too close minded to be able to look at different perspectives besides their own. I feel that many posters here are a bit out of touch with reality, especially all that are in their 20s and already claiming the ability to be a "life coach"...
With that said, I tend to joke I'm on the computer 26 hours a day, I'm an entrepreneur who does online business so having the computer around is pretty important.
67 weeks ago
With that said, I tend to joke I'm on the computer 26 hours a day, I'm an entrepreneur who does online business so having the computer around is pretty important.
67 weeks ago
Edward Antrobus:
@Tom, I hear you. Sometimes I feel like I must be doing something wrong to be busy and out of time when I don't even have a job.
@Cheryl, Brazen, ...More@Tom, I hear you. Sometimes I feel like I must be doing something wrong to be busy and out of time when I don't even have a job.
@Cheryl, Brazen, like any other platform, seems to go in phases. Last week it was bustling on here, as it was in the u30pro group on facebook. This week, both places are rather inactive.
67 weeks ago
@Cheryl, Brazen, ...More@Tom, I hear you. Sometimes I feel like I must be doing something wrong to be busy and out of time when I don't even have a job.
@Cheryl, Brazen, like any other platform, seems to go in phases. Last week it was bustling on here, as it was in the u30pro group on facebook. This week, both places are rather inactive.
67 weeks ago
TOP IDEA:
Sylvia Rebholz
I love the question 'what do you want to be when you grow up?'. The best thing about it is if you ask a kid, there's never one answer. My nephew's going to be a hockey player in the daytime and chemist at night. And when he's not too busy with either of those, he wants to build robots. I guess we should all step back and think that way....at least for me, the struggle to choose one box and jump into it is a lot of pressure. There are so many things I love to do!!!
Andrew Hill:
Life is too short for just one box, why not do everything just as your nephew wants to do? Opposed to limiting oneself due to social norms. For ...MoreLife is too short for just one box, why not do everything just as your nephew wants to do? Opposed to limiting oneself due to social norms. For example, look at Elon Musk... Space-X and Tesla motors?!!??!?! Hockey player and chemist/robot builder is definitely possible.
I don't feel like I'll ever grow up if that is what it means.
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I don't feel like I'll ever grow up if that is what it means.
67 weeks ago
Edward Antrobus:
I used to think like this. Learning about the Renaissance in High School, I wanted to be a Renaissance Man. In a lot of ways, I achieved that ...MoreI used to think like this. Learning about the Renaissance in High School, I wanted to be a Renaissance Man. In a lot of ways, I achieved that goal, only to find, as an adult, it's called a Jack of all trades (and master of none). It's shunned and a bit useless in a world where specialization is needed for advancement. And really, the Renaissance man was kind of a myth, the only people that really did that professionally are the ones that were rich enough to not HAVE to do anything professionally. This would explain Elon Musk, he made a fortune with PayPal and can now spend it on the interests he didn't have time or talent enough for previously.
Sadly, the days a hobbyist making a significant contribution to a field are past. At least for fields that already exist. There is always room in new fields as they are expanding.
67 weeks ago
Sadly, the days a hobbyist making a significant contribution to a field are past. At least for fields that already exist. There is always room in new fields as they are expanding.
67 weeks ago
Mehul Kar
How does your company balance inventory levels with orders? Do you order first and then sell? Or sell first then order? What are the ups and downs to either method?
Andrew Hill:
I've done both in the past. The sell first then order can be great, unless there are issues with the order, then it becomes a nightmare to say the ...MoreI've done both in the past. The sell first then order can be great, unless there are issues with the order, then it becomes a nightmare to say the least. Order then sell is a bit riskier since you don't know precisely how quickly they'll sell. With this in mind my preference is smaller orders more frequently, so I am not sitting on product, and if I begin sitting on product I can put it on sale and get rid of it quickly.
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67 weeks ago
Andrew Hill
joined the group Merchants and Trade
67 weeks ago
Tyler Durbin
Location independent means that your untethered to a specific office space in a specific city...I'm curious to know how you settled in the city that you are currently in? What attracts you to a certain city or region?
Dr. Paul D. Giammalvo:
@ Tracy- There is a saying in real estate that the top three criteria for successful property investing are 1)location; 2) location and ...More@ Tracy- There is a saying in real estate that the top three criteria for successful property investing are 1)location; 2) location and 3)location... So to EXPAND on your thoughts, I'd like to add "OPPORTUNITY"..... You can surround yourself with the right people and create a conducive atmosphere, but if there is little or no opportunity, all you are is another "wannabee"....
The question is, does the opportunity precede the creativity? What is the real driver?
BR,
Dr. PDG, Jakarta
http://www.build-project-management-competency.com
68 weeks ago
The question is, does the opportunity precede the creativity? What is the real driver?
BR,
Dr. PDG, Jakarta
http://www.build-project-management-competency.com
68 weeks ago
Andrew Hill:
For me I needed a home base to continue with college while working with my online businesses. I came to find Phoenix (I'm really in Tempe) Arizona ...MoreFor me I needed a home base to continue with college while working with my online businesses. I came to find Phoenix (I'm really in Tempe) Arizona was the perfect place for me. Great weather, Close airport (15 mins), lots of options to do things outside be it hike, bike, row, etc etc etc... It is also not overly expensive to live and attend college at ASU and run a business or three. When I need to travel I call a cab and am sitting in the terminal within 25 mins usually. In the future, it is easy to get pretty much anywhere within the US and even to South America within a day or so of travel. The whole campus has really great wifi so I can work wherever outside or inside or poolside. The one thing that isn't the greatest is the time zone sometimes.
Granted, I had to balance school and work and life which is a bit unusual. Yet ASU offers enough online classes that it is possible for me to be able to be completely location independent if I pick the correct courses and schedule if the need arises.
68 weeks ago
Granted, I had to balance school and work and life which is a bit unusual. Yet ASU offers enough online classes that it is possible for me to be able to be completely location independent if I pick the correct courses and schedule if the need arises.
68 weeks ago
Beatriz Alemar
As many of you may be aware, earlier today much of Egypt's internet access - not just social media servers - was systematically shut down. It's made me start wondering: Do you think internet access should be considered a human right?
68 weeks ago from I am Gen Y, Social Media Marketers, Social Media and Brazen Careerists on Twitter2 more
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Patrick Pho:
They are as much human rights as TV, Electricity, and Heat. The Internet is a utility and a form of communication. It's not a human issue at the ...MoreThey are as much human rights as TV, Electricity, and Heat. The Internet is a utility and a form of communication. It's not a human issue at the core of the Egyptian crisis- it's the fact communication is being cut off by a government state.
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68 weeks ago
Benjamin Paul Schuman:
This is a tough issue because, while things obviously did get done before there was internet, things depend so heavily on it these days that it's ...MoreThis is a tough issue because, while things obviously did get done before there was internet, things depend so heavily on it these days that it's hard to imagine a world without it. It doesn't have to be a human right, but it has become so central to societies that the removal of it can so easily lead to a decline in human rights.
68 weeks ago
68 weeks ago
Brett Kunsch
What can Gen Y *show* the world? What does our generation distinctly offer?
70 weeks ago from GenYJourney: Tips, Insights, Experiences For Young Professionals, GenYChat, I am Gen Y, Brazen Careerist's Top 50 Gen-Y Companies and Generation Y Marketers3 more
Dana Leavy:
Given some of the economical constraints Gen Y finds themselves under these days, how much do you think that contributes to the lack of social ...MoreGiven some of the economical constraints Gen Y finds themselves under these days, how much do you think that contributes to the lack of social engagement? Plenty of people want to be involved, but I think they allow certain factors to keep them from pursuing the socially-impactful work they really want to do. Brett, I know you're involved in coaching, as I'm sure a few others in this forum are too - that's a good example right there. I'm curious if this is something taht largely holds people back - they can't "afford" to do the work they want, or to dedicate the resources to helping causes they really care about. There are other ways to get involved of course, but what about those who really want to dedicate their lives to a cause?
68 weeks ago
68 weeks ago
Brett Kunsch:
@Dana - Money and time are BIG factors, agreed. They are very real obstacles for people, especially if they need to work several jobs to keep ...More@Dana - Money and time are BIG factors, agreed. They are very real obstacles for people, especially if they need to work several jobs to keep afloat. I guess what it comes down to is finding a percentage of time and/or money you are able to give of yourself each week. Perhaps you can make the number 5%, which of your waking hours is about 5-6 hours per week, and maybe of your paycheck - $25. Even if it's just one hour or $10/week you dedicate to action towards any type of cause you feel strongly about, you're making a difference.
As for dedicating your life to a cause...What do others think? Anyone have experience there?
68 weeks ago
As for dedicating your life to a cause...What do others think? Anyone have experience there?
68 weeks ago
Andrew Hill
So I was at the CollegeBoard's AP Anual Conference last Thursday-Sunday and met many people shared many ideas, and Sir Ken Robinson Spoke, and then afterwards I met him. What an awesome guy.
Andrew Hill
I just received my registration confirmation for the CollegeBoard's AP Annual Conference, will anyone else be there? If you are, I hope you'll consider coming to see my groups session "A dialogue with the advisory panel on student concerns" (or something like that) on July 17th at 10:45, not sure on the location yet but it'll be in the program. Unfortunately I'll mostly be in private sessions with CB staff but if you're around the plenary reception and whatnot let me know, I'll be there.
Andrew Hill
So I'm off to college next year, and have an aquarium company that I am now focusing on my peer market, dorm living college students. I'm curious to see what others have seen in dorms as far as aquariums go, their prevalence, and also if you are interested in starting one what you would want and look for. I do planted aquariums, it is somewhat niche but steadily growing in the US.
Andrew Hill
So I'm off to college next year, and have an aquarium company that I am now focusing on my peer market, dorm living college students. I'm curious to see what others have seen in dorms as far as aquariums go, their prevalence, and also if you are interested in starting one what you would want and look for. I do planted aquariums, it is somewhat niche but steadily growing in the US.
Andrew Hill:
Cool Ryan, I should elaborate a bit. I sell what to put in it not the actual aquarium, but I am concentrating on aquariums 10 gallons or less, ...MoreCool Ryan, I should elaborate a bit. I sell what to put in it not the actual aquarium, but I am concentrating on aquariums 10 gallons or less, these are also called "Nano Aquariums" with this in mind space is small. Planted aquariums are great because they aren't ever really dirty like aquariums with plastic plants and gravel. I prefer keeping shrimp and small fish and the shrimp and certain fish actually clean the aquariums for me! All are welcome demographic wise, I'm pitching small aquariums mainly, at people living in small spaces. This fall the focus is going to be heavily on students in dorms, and I will expand to cubicle dwellers and others living in small spaces and just people in general.
With that said, I appreciate the feedback and am going to keep these thoughts in mind while I am working on my business. Thanks!
100 weeks ago
With that said, I appreciate the feedback and am going to keep these thoughts in mind while I am working on my business. Thanks!
100 weeks ago
Jessica Bahr:
Some dorms also have regulations as to how large aquariums can be, but the issues I faced are the same as what @Ryan said, not enough space and ...MoreSome dorms also have regulations as to how large aquariums can be, but the issues I faced are the same as what @Ryan said, not enough space and not easy to clean.
99 weeks ago
99 weeks ago
Andrew Hill
Anyone have advice on finding mentors? I have read much about the importance of mentors especially for young entrepreneurs (me) and am at the point where the other day I was thinking that it'd be great to have a mentor or some mentors that I could ask for advice about certain topics and issues. I'm not sure how that really works and am wondering if anyone has any advice or experiences to share?
102 weeks ago from Entrepreneurs and Upstarts!
Jason Evanish:
Andrew, What's this unconference for young entrepreneurs in Boston? Do you have a link to it?
101 weeks ago
101 weeks ago
Andrew Hill:
Jason, here is the link http://genjuice.com/, it is an ...MoreJason, here is the link http://genjuice.com/, it is an unconference for young entrepreneurs hosted by this new startup that is trying to connect entrepreneurs across the country at major cities. Unfortunately they have no venue listed for where the Boston one will be, so I'm hesitant to sign up right now.
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101 weeks ago
TOP IDEA:
Amy Ng
I am intrigued by the increased level of parental involvement in Gen-Y job hunting and career development and management. I would love to better understand this new dynamic in the workforce. Gen-Y: Has your parent ever joined you for a job interview with a prospective employer or contacted your employer to discuss your performance or career development opportunities on your behalf? Employers: Have you been contacted by parents to discuss their child’s employment or future with your company?
104 weeks ago from Citi, GenYJourney: Tips, Insights, Experiences For Young Professionals, I am Gen Y, ERE on Brazen and Human Resources3 more
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Cooper:
I don't think some parents realize how detrimental some of these practices really are. That, or their need to control their children and their ...MoreI don't think some parents realize how detrimental some of these practices really are. That, or their need to control their children and their children's life is out of control.
Does anyone teach their children well and let them go?.
I have done local alumni admission interviews, and it always gives me pause when a potential student, not much younger than I am, a student who wants to attend a huge university in one of the largest cities in the world, comes in to interview with a parent, and the parent expects to remain in the room during the interview.
99 weeks ago
Does anyone teach their children well and let them go?.
I have done local alumni admission interviews, and it always gives me pause when a potential student, not much younger than I am, a student who wants to attend a huge university in one of the largest cities in the world, comes in to interview with a parent, and the parent expects to remain in the room during the interview.
99 weeks ago
Ty Unglebower:
My mother has advised me, when she can. Just like she would with any event or situation I would share with her to discuss. And if she heard about ...MoreMy mother has advised me, when she can. Just like she would with any event or situation I would share with her to discuss. And if she heard about a job lead in her travels, she would write it down and tell me about it. But she never took any kind of specific initiative without my direct knowledge. (Such as calling a manager, or some such madness.)
But I know people in my family who would do that. I have often thought that I have many weaknesses, but none of them entail my mother going to a job interview with or for me. But more importantly, she would not presume to do so on her own.
99 weeks ago
But I know people in my family who would do that. I have often thought that I have many weaknesses, but none of them entail my mother going to a job interview with or for me. But more importantly, she would not presume to do so on her own.
99 weeks ago
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