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Brian Carl
Do you think it's more beneficial to have a personal mentor or a group of people in your network you can tap to act as a collaborative mentor?
Jenna Langer: I think it is important to have multiple mentors. You don't want to have all of your eggs in one basket. But at the same time, isn't quality ...MoreI think it is important to have multiple mentors. You don't want to have all of your eggs in one basket. But at the same time, isn't quality better than quantity? I would love to have someone I could turn to for any question. 106 weeks ago
Christopher Kopinski: Depends on where you are in your career. Early, you should look for a diverse group of mentors to help shape your interests. As you begin to ...MoreDepends on where you are in your career. Early, you should look for a diverse group of mentors to help shape your interests. As you begin to understand your ambitions and goals, it will be better suited to narrow your mentors and focus on quality. Decisions and paths become more critical as you advance in your career than they do when you're starting off.
106 weeks ago
Jake
I started a book and it was good, had potential, and was meaningful in my opinion, but sadly my computer crashed or something and the memory couldn't be saved as far as I'm concerned. I think I might have written the prologue down somewhere but I'll have to find it. But now I am actually brainstorming another.
Brian Carl: You should think about backing you files up online as well in the future. Even if you just make a copy in Google Documents as well, it can live in ...MoreYou should think about backing you files up online as well in the future. Even if you just make a copy in Google Documents as well, it can live in the cloud. An added benefit to that is if it's stored online you can access it anywhere if you have a stroke of brilliance. Good luck with the new book! 121 weeks ago
Stephanie
I recently relocated to Hartford, CT. Do any members have advice of community orgs. or professional networks to get involved with here? I'd really like to meet new people and get immersed with the area. Thanks for your tips! :)
Stephanie:
Thanks for the advice, guys! 121 weeks ago
Kimberly Gill: The Growing Green Coop on New Britain Avenue is a community of people actively living and working towards sustainability and the green movement. ...MoreThe Growing Green Coop on New Britain Avenue is a community of people actively living and working towards sustainability and the green movement. If you are interested in the cause, there are plenty of business leaders, activists, artists and farmers to meet here! 105 weeks ago
Brian Carl
Has anyone self published on the Amazon Kindle? Is it easy to do?