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Andrew Parkes
joined the group Ask A Coach
71 weeks ago
Andrew Parkes
Hey guys,
I would love your input on this:
Is a 25-35 year old guy too old to join a fraternity?
http://www.successcoachingformen.com/2010/02/is-a-25-35-year-old-guy-too...
Jake LaCaze:
Fraternity, career support group, network -- whatever you want to call it, it's a good idea.
118 weeks ago
118 weeks ago
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What are your reason for joining? What goals, if any will you have achieved if you join?
Can you achieve what you want without this fraternity?
118 weeks ago
118 weeks ago
Andrew Parkes
Guys: what are your resolutions for 2010?
Ryan Paugh:
One of my resolutions for 2010 is to do more work that allows me to travel and spend time with the important people in my life. It's tough being ...MoreOne of my resolutions for 2010 is to do more work that allows me to travel and spend time with the important people in my life. It's tough being in Wisconsin when most of my family lives on the East Coast. I'm working towards a work life that allows me to spend less time in the office and more time working remotely.
124 weeks ago
124 weeks ago
Troy Vollenweider:
Ryan - I'm with you regarding location and working remotely and independently. I have moved closer to the people most important to me but it ...MoreRyan - I'm with you regarding location and working remotely and independently. I have moved closer to the people most important to me but it hasn't been the best for my career. I would like to find a position that would allow me to work remotely/independent from my area with some travel to clients, offices, etc. That is the work-life balance I am looking/working towards. What are you doing to make this happen? Are you targeting certain companies? I would like to get some ideas/feedback.
124 weeks ago
124 weeks ago
Andrew Parkes
Anyone in Vancouver want to organize a meet-up? Maybe in January?
128 weeks ago from Canada
Andrew Parkes
Maybe a good way to start off is this:
- at what age did you first make $100K?
- what one tip could you offer others looking to do the same?
:
What is your answer to this? I am very interested since I am a "wannabe". I am about as far from my first six figures as I can get. I'm actually ...MoreWhat is your answer to this? I am very interested since I am a "wannabe". I am about as far from my first six figures as I can get. I'm actually negative and in debt.
126 weeks ago
126 weeks ago
Mike Ambassador Bruny
Andrew, I am a WANT TO BE at this point aka Work in Progress.
Your Ambassador,
Bruny
Andrew Parkes
Hey Everyone,
I created a new Network called 'The 6 Figure Young Professional.' Check it out if you're currently earning 6 figures (or want to very soon!)
Thanks,
Andrew
Andrew Parkes
Hey everyone - I created a new Network called 'The 6 Figure Young Professional.' Check it out if you're currently earning 6 figures (or want to very soon!)
Thanks,
Andrew
Andrew Parkes
One other thing - I created a new Network called 'The 6 Figure Young Professional.' Check it out if you're currently earning 6 figures (or want to very soon!)
Thanks,
Andrew
Andrew Parkes
Also, a big push for me lately has been living more ON FIRE in my life. I actually wrote an E-Book all about it. Download the first chapter free from my website:
http://www.successcoachingformen.com
Andrew Parkes
Guys: need your feedback. What do you want to see more of/less of in this group? How can we make this group the best group on Brazen Careerist? Be open and honest. Go!
Ryan Paugh:
Andrew, I think this group is really good for sharing the conflicts we face between work-life & life-life as professional men. Lately that's ...MoreAndrew, I think this group is really good for sharing the conflicts we face between work-life & life-life as professional men. Lately that's been something that I've been thinking about a lot, maybe we can help each other find some answers.
128 weeks ago
128 weeks ago
Andrew Staltari:
I think the concept of this group is great. In addition to what Ryan mentioned, I think there should be more discussion on issues facing ...MoreI think the concept of this group is great. In addition to what Ryan mentioned, I think there should be more discussion on issues facing professional men in general. For example, the disappearance of the professional male in the workforce at least in the US. Disappearance may be a little bit of an exaggeration, but statistically the percentage of male professionals has been decreasing.
124 weeks ago
124 weeks ago
JR Moreau
Do you think that men's seemingly natural ability to suck up what's bothering them hinder them from real happiness and success in life sometimes? Or, does this span both sexes pretty evenly?
JR Moreau:
Yeah, I think it's considered losing face to step back and take some time to de-compress or simply take a break. Guys tend to interpret that as ...MoreYeah, I think it's considered losing face to step back and take some time to de-compress or simply take a break. Guys tend to interpret that as weakness rather than part of the process of coming up with better solutions and perspectives on a problem. Byron and Travis, I agree with you that these tendencies manifest themselves in self-destructive habits down the road (alcoholism, violence, depression, etc).
Probably a better idea to face the root issues now rather than pay dearly later.
129 weeks ago
Probably a better idea to face the root issues now rather than pay dearly later.
129 weeks ago
Andrew Staltari:
Certain professions have self help groups where members of the profession can discuss what is irking them anonymously without being subject to ...MoreCertain professions have self help groups where members of the profession can discuss what is irking them anonymously without being subject to formal discipline.
As for whether absorbing issues has a negative impact on happiness and success, I would say yes it can. Troubles at work/school or at home can are not good for either one. I can personally attest to the negative impact of something being amiss in either one.
128 weeks ago
As for whether absorbing issues has a negative impact on happiness and success, I would say yes it can. Troubles at work/school or at home can are not good for either one. I can personally attest to the negative impact of something being amiss in either one.
128 weeks ago
Andrew Parkes
Hey Productive Friends!
If you're on Twitter (and I don't already follow you), send a msg to @andrewjparkes to let me know. I have a cool surprise to share with the first 20 people from here that do so.
Thanks,
Andrew
Andrew Parkes:
Oh, I probably should mention - the surprise deals with productivity! :)
129 weeks ago
129 weeks ago
Andrew Parkes
Are you on Twitter yet?
Hey guys,
If you're on Twitter (and I don't already follow you), send a msg to @andrewjparkes to let me know. I have a cool surprise to share with the first 20 guys that do so.
If you're not on Twitter, reply to this msg and I will tell you what you're missing out on and how easy it is to get started.
Thanks,
Andrew
Andrew Parkes
Guys: I am going to start stepping up my game in this group. I have been absent a lot lately because I just dropped a new website. Check it out when you have a chance:
http://www.successcoachingformen.com
Andrew Parkes
Guys - do you take the time to celebrate?
http://andrewparkes.me/2009/10/13/dear-men-i-struggle-with-taking-time-t...
Tarik Scott:
Yes, I do. If you don't celebrate your accomplishments and lampshade your failures, all you concentrate on is the process instead of the results
130 weeks ago
130 weeks ago
Tera:
Great Article! Here is the link to tips being focused. Hope that it helps!
MoreGreat Article! Here is the link to tips being focused. Hope that it helps!
http://www.ehow.com/how_4554902_focus.html
131 weeks ago
MoreGreat Article! Here is the link to tips being focused. Hope that it helps!
http://www.ehow.com/how_4554902_focus.html
131 weeks ago
Andrew Parkes
My key time-mgt tip is to get up early and be intentional about how I spend the first 2 hours of my day. How do you spend this time?
Meghan Skiff:
Andrew, your words "Be Intentional" are key. It is far too easy to spend time passively. I try to focus on 5 daily priorities and go forward
136 weeks ago
136 weeks ago
Claire Veuthey:
Meghan, Andrew, I agree: I try to work on important (vs urgent) things for the 1st hour of the day. Hard not to get sidetracked by email tho
136 weeks ago
136 weeks ago
Andrew Parkes
Anyone want to start a phone mastermind groups?
http://www.escapefromcubiclenation.com/2009/09/21/smash-your-goals-with-...
Bryon Ownby:
Any takers out there on this? Sounds like a great idea for those who are or have the entrepreneurial spirit.
135 weeks ago
135 weeks ago
Rob Vanasco
is it possible to be happy in life, when you are unhappy at work?
Rob Vanasco:
good to know i'm not alone. i try to "check out" from work when i leave at the end of the day. but some of things end up coming home with me
138 weeks ago
138 weeks ago
Andrew Parkes
Guys - please read and comment on this post:
Dear Men: I Struggle.
http://andrewparkes.me/2009/09/24/dear-men-i-struggle/
Bryon Ownby:
I read your post Andrew, I understand totally where you're coming from - I have similiar things and then some. (twins?)...
138 weeks ago
138 weeks ago
Andrew Stuhl:
Enjoyed your post, especially the straightforward style of laying out the list. I wonder how these lists compare with goal lists?
138 weeks ago
138 weeks ago
Andrew Stuhl
Hey YPMs--Have you seen Penelope's latest post? Is there a male equivalent to this kind of candid (dare I say, Brazen) writing style?
Andrew Parkes
How about Relationships: what's the biggest issue you are facing right now with your significant other? (or prospective significant other?)
Rich DeMatteo:
looking for the next girl. I don't necessarily want a girlfriend, but I like the idea of having someone around. Just want to have fun.
140 weeks ago
140 weeks ago
JR Moreau:
Matching ambition with ambition is a challenge, especially w/ all of the other things that people care about when dating (looks, charm, etc)
139 weeks ago
139 weeks ago
Mehnaz Thawer
Vancouverites?
142 weeks ago from Canada
Susan Madlung:
I LOVE the Lower Mainland!! Originally from Alberta, but i would never go back...
Sue
132 weeks ago
132 weeks ago
Mehnaz Thawer:
Sue, nice to meet you. It's a lovely place isn't it? despite the rain :)
131 weeks ago
131 weeks ago
Ryan Healy
What's the most common career question you guys get from new college grads?
143 weeks ago from Ask A Coach
Regina Twine:
@Sarah Beckley What do you mean reset? I feel like I'm so far behind my peers since I'm not even close to working in my field & I'm worried
143 weeks ago
143 weeks ago
Sarah Beckley:
@Regina Reset means dial back expectations to match reality. Dream big, but understand what can realistically be achieved in a year or 5.
143 weeks ago
143 weeks ago
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