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Ankur Jain
I want to get some opinions: how do you think we can better use social media to help solve some of today's most pressing issues (such as alternative energy, education, and health)? Do you think we are using the internet in an effective way? Or is there a better way to leverage all the social networks we are connected to?
Rasha Proctor:
Social media with all its various venues, is just a tool that could, and I say could to Rebecca and Andy's points, help us achieve great things. ...MoreSocial media with all its various venues, is just a tool that could, and I say could to Rebecca and Andy's points, help us achieve great things. We can't expect the tools to do the work. It is the people behind the tool that are responsible for the end results.
So Ankhur, I believe in the power of social media tools to deliver, educate the masses to act accordingly....not just words. Action speaks louder than words, however words are needed to fuel the action.
101 weeks ago
So Ankhur, I believe in the power of social media tools to deliver, educate the masses to act accordingly....not just words. Action speaks louder than words, however words are needed to fuel the action.
101 weeks ago
Ankur Jain:
Thanks for posting! I agree, we're just beginning to see how great of a tool social media can be. However, at the moment I feel that many internet ...MoreThanks for posting! I agree, we're just beginning to see how great of a tool social media can be. However, at the moment I feel that many internet users are utilizing their social networks for personal reasons (to connect with friends). I feel that it is our responsibility (social media marketers, entrepreneurs, etc) to help push the general public to using the internet to help create change on a daily basis, just as they check their email, facebook and other accounts daily. It's just a matter of figuring out how to create the shift...
101 weeks ago
101 weeks ago
Ankur Jain
I have created this network not just to connect within the Kairos Society, but also to create a network for people to discuss their ideas and voice their opinions on some of today’s most daunting issues including alternative energy, education, and health
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Ryan Healy:
Ankur, welcome to Brazen! Kairos sounds like a great society, I would love to learn more about the society and how you came about starting it!
101 weeks ago
101 weeks ago
Ankur Jain:
It sure is! I'm glad to hear that you're interested... the best way to learn more about Kairos would be to check out our website: MoreIt sure is! I'm glad to hear that you're interested... the best way to learn more about Kairos would be to check out our website: http://www.kairossociety.com/
The site has info about how we started it, our annual summit, the schools that are currently involved, and updates on press releases!
101 weeks ago
The site has info about how we started it, our annual summit, the schools that are currently involved, and updates on press releases!
101 weeks ago
Justin P Williams
Being an entrepreneur, I am often considered "insane" by those around me. Anybody else experience this?
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Angelo Recaman:
Nice question but I would like to know what kind of "insanity" they are mentioning when complain to you? Looking forward to hear from the community
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101 weeks ago
Justin P Williams:
Seems I am not alone in this experience.
@Angelo as many of the others have said, the "insanity" others mention seems to really be just a ...MoreSeems I am not alone in this experience.
@Angelo as many of the others have said, the "insanity" others mention seems to really be just a difference of thinking or behavior from the norm. I agree with most here, entrepreneurs are, by nature, different.
I enjoy the paradigm explained in the book E-Myth. There are three types of people, Entrepreneurs, Managers, and Artists. Entrepreneurs, by nature, thrive on taking risk. They are afraid, just like everyone else, but they take the risk anyway.
To complete; Managers are driven by organization and systemization, and ultimately optimization at the measurable level.
Artists are driven by quality production, always striving to make it bigger, better, more, etc.
All three skills are required for a business at all times. Often one person fulfills multiple roles (e.g. I am currently the manager and entrepreneur of my company.) This is not ideal, since working outside of one's core ability leads to stress and eventually burnout.
101 weeks ago
@Angelo as many of the others have said, the "insanity" others mention seems to really be just a ...MoreSeems I am not alone in this experience.
@Angelo as many of the others have said, the "insanity" others mention seems to really be just a difference of thinking or behavior from the norm. I agree with most here, entrepreneurs are, by nature, different.
I enjoy the paradigm explained in the book E-Myth. There are three types of people, Entrepreneurs, Managers, and Artists. Entrepreneurs, by nature, thrive on taking risk. They are afraid, just like everyone else, but they take the risk anyway.
To complete; Managers are driven by organization and systemization, and ultimately optimization at the measurable level.
Artists are driven by quality production, always striving to make it bigger, better, more, etc.
All three skills are required for a business at all times. Often one person fulfills multiple roles (e.g. I am currently the manager and entrepreneur of my company.) This is not ideal, since working outside of one's core ability leads to stress and eventually burnout.
101 weeks ago
Sara Gallagher
Something embarrassing happened to me today. I was catching up with an old friend and she was asking me about my blog. I told her that it was part of my effort to establish a "personal brand" online, yada yada. Then she asked: "so what is your personal brand?" Ha! I had been so busy trying to follow the steps to create an online presence (blog, tweet, comment, read, converse) that I never thought about how I would describe my "brand" succinctly to a friend...an "elevator speech" if you will.
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Sara Gallagher:
Interestingly, remodeling my LinkedIn profile helped me at least come up with a tagline (I realized that my LinkedIn marketing tagline didn't have ...MoreInterestingly, remodeling my LinkedIn profile helped me at least come up with a tagline (I realized that my LinkedIn marketing tagline didn't have to be my job title!)which I'm using as my jumping off point: "Project Manager, Blogger, and Circumspect Observer of the way we work at work."
I write a blog called "Gears and Shifts" that discusses the workplace experience and career dynamics. It's not career advice, per se, because I tend to be more analytical and descriptive than prescriptive.
If I had to pare down my brand even further, I would say that I want to be known as someone who sees things other people don't see. That's why I used the term "circumspect observer."
101 weeks ago
I write a blog called "Gears and Shifts" that discusses the workplace experience and career dynamics. It's not career advice, per se, because I tend to be more analytical and descriptive than prescriptive.
If I had to pare down my brand even further, I would say that I want to be known as someone who sees things other people don't see. That's why I used the term "circumspect observer."
101 weeks ago
Ankur Jain
Check out http://www.kairossociety.com
I (Ankur Jain) helped found the Kairos Society, an international student-run not-for-profit foundation. Our goal is to unite the next generation of leaders to develop globally impactful innovations. I have built a member base consisting of university students that are working together to use entrepreneurship and innovation in tackling some of today’s most daunting issues including alternative energy, education, and health.
...Check it out!
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Rachel Puckett
What do you think is Gen Y's unique take on social entrepreneurship?
How can we harness social media, internet savy and our Gen Y work expectations (ex: fulfillment at work or efficiency) to further social causes while still making a salary?
What are some innovative models of non-profits or socially responsible businesses that we can attribute to our Generation? I'm thinking private/public blends or companies that also found non-profits (ex: Google.com & Google.org).
How can WE contribute?
106 weeks ago from Social Entrepreneurs, Brazen Undergrads, I am Gen Y and Non-Profit Management2 more
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Ankur Jain:
Hi Rachel, I see you've posted this Top Idea 5 weeks ago, but if you're still interested, I have co-founded the Kairos Society, an international ...MoreHi Rachel, I see you've posted this Top Idea 5 weeks ago, but if you're still interested, I have co-founded the Kairos Society, an international student-run not-for-profit foundation based in the United States. We started with the belief that the key to improving our world lies in uniting the next generation of leaders to develop globally impactful innovations. To this end, Kairos has built a member base consisting of some of the brightest students from top universities around the world. Along with guidance from some of today’s foremost leaders, these students are working together to use entrepreneurship and innovation in tackling some of today’s most daunting issues including alternative energy, education, and health. Kairos members hold a common belief that they will ultimately Do Well by Doing Good.
check out http://www.kairossociety.com/ for more information about the projects and featured entrepreneurs, our annual summit, and more about what we do
- you might find it interesting to see what a group of Gen Y college students have done!
101 weeks ago
check out http://www.kairossociety.com/ for more information about the projects and featured entrepreneurs, our annual summit, and more about what we do
- you might find it interesting to see what a group of Gen Y college students have done!
101 weeks ago
Andrew Hill:
Mazarine I'm not sure I would agree the nonprofit system is broken, it is a bit complex, it isn't generally easy, but it does work.
Rachel, I ...MoreMazarine I'm not sure I would agree the nonprofit system is broken, it is a bit complex, it isn't generally easy, but it does work.
Rachel, I think more hybrid socially responsible businesses will emerge in the near future. Toms shoes, Give water, and others are moving in the right direction with this sustainable social entrepreneurship where revenue is being generated, the world is being improved, and they don't have to beg since they have great products that people would buy in general.
Ankur, neat site I'm just reading it now, how does one get involved with the group? Is it exclusive or open to all college entrepreneurs? I'm off to Arizona State University this fall and am an entrepreneur, my major is business management entrepreneurship since I couldn't decide on a "real" major.
99 weeks ago
Rachel, I ...MoreMazarine I'm not sure I would agree the nonprofit system is broken, it is a bit complex, it isn't generally easy, but it does work.
Rachel, I think more hybrid socially responsible businesses will emerge in the near future. Toms shoes, Give water, and others are moving in the right direction with this sustainable social entrepreneurship where revenue is being generated, the world is being improved, and they don't have to beg since they have great products that people would buy in general.
Ankur, neat site I'm just reading it now, how does one get involved with the group? Is it exclusive or open to all college entrepreneurs? I'm off to Arizona State University this fall and am an entrepreneur, my major is business management entrepreneurship since I couldn't decide on a "real" major.
99 weeks ago
TOP IDEA:
Kim N. Campbell
If someone who was unemployed had to pick one task to perform daily in order to get a job, what would that be? There is SO much out there on resume writing, twitter, blogging, informational interviewing. What creative job hunting technique do you think would give someone the best bang for their buck?
107 weeks ago from Ask Penelope Trunk!, Brazen Careerist's Top 50 Gen-Y Companies, Social Entrepreneurs, Upstarts! and Brazen Undergrads3 more
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Jessica Malnik:
I couldn't agree more with Connie's comment. Put on a snazzy professional outfit that makes you feel confident. Choose one piece, whether it's a ...MoreI couldn't agree more with Connie's comment. Put on a snazzy professional outfit that makes you feel confident. Choose one piece, whether it's a belt, a great pair of heels or an amazing blouse that shows off your personality. When you feel confident and look great, you'll likely be more outgoing, approachable and ultimately successful in your job search.
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103 weeks ago
Ankur Jain:
If you're looking for a job, I'd say the best way to grad attention of potential employers is to make a list of 10 target companies that you would ...MoreIf you're looking for a job, I'd say the best way to grad attention of potential employers is to make a list of 10 target companies that you would want to work for, than start engaging employees via social media (blogs, twitter, etc)
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