Chris Williams
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TOP IDEA:
Jake LaCaze
Be An Optimist, But Don’t Be A Fool - http://www.brazencareerist/2010/05/04/be-an-optimist-but-don-t-be-a-fool
Chris Williams:
Jake,
I like the post, I always like to remember that just because something takes a long time and may be hard that that somehow means it's ...MoreJake,
I like the post, I always like to remember that just because something takes a long time and may be hard that that somehow means it's important and/or productive. This just reminded me to keep that in mind! Thanks!
Chris
105 weeks ago
I like the post, I always like to remember that just because something takes a long time and may be hard that that somehow means it's ...MoreJake,
I like the post, I always like to remember that just because something takes a long time and may be hard that that somehow means it's important and/or productive. This just reminded me to keep that in mind! Thanks!
Chris
105 weeks ago
Jake LaCaze:
I'm glad you enjoyed the post, Chris. Sometimes we all need a little help keeping things in perspective.
105 weeks ago
105 weeks ago
TOP IDEA:
Chris Williams
How do you get a Green Job out of College? - http://www.brazencareerist/2010/05/15/how-do-you-get-a-green-job-out-of-...
Ryan Paugh
I got interviewed this morning by a reporter who wanted to discuss Generation Y's heightened interest in Parks & Recreation careers and other careers related to the environment, conservation and the outdoors. Do you think that this has to do with inherent Gen-Y traits or the opportunities made available to use through social media. Are we more idealistic, or just more connected?
106 weeks ago from Green Social Media and Green and Environmental industries
Chris Williams:
I think it has to go with our generation no wanting to comprise. We want to heal the environment but don't think business needs to suffer for this ...MoreI think it has to go with our generation no wanting to comprise. We want to heal the environment but don't think business needs to suffer for this to happen.
105 weeks ago
105 weeks ago
Megan Atkinson:
I think that there are two major factors in the number of Gen Y'ers in green collar jobs. The availability of green jobs has increased because of ...MoreI think that there are two major factors in the number of Gen Y'ers in green collar jobs. The availability of green jobs has increased because of their social relevance. Also, I think Gen Y'ers may be more interested in the field (regardless of job availability) because we've been brought up under the pressure of "having to live with the mistakes of the past" and when the social relevance became more socially relevant, we were coming into the age(s) where we decide on a direction for our career.
98 weeks ago
98 weeks ago
Chris Williams
I'm looking for some advice on a project I'm launching.
In June, we'll be launching Pinup Power, a renewable energy pinup calendar. The concept is simple, we need 100% renewable energy and we need to make RE sexy and cool to do this. We'll be launching a national competition in June to find Miss Pinup Power, and another 11 girls that will be featured in the calendar.
What advice would you give to spread the word? Thanks for the help!
105 weeks ago from Upstarts!
Elisabeth Ericson:
I agree with Jessica and, while a strong supporter of renewable energy, would be among those alienated. To paraphrase an article I read recently, ...MoreI agree with Jessica and, while a strong supporter of renewable energy, would be among those alienated. To paraphrase an article I read recently, I would prefer that "when [people] think of making money, they do not go first to [women's] breasts."
http://bit.ly/apctqz
105 weeks ago
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105 weeks ago
Donna Fenn:
Chris, aside from the obvious alienation issue (and, yes, I'm in that camp), it seems to me that the calendar you describe limits your market to ...MoreChris, aside from the obvious alienation issue (and, yes, I'm in that camp), it seems to me that the calendar you describe limits your market to males who are, say 18-35. Are those really the people making decisions about renewable energy? If your goal is to reach as broad an audience as possible to get out an important message, I'm afraid you're about to shoot yourself in the foot!
104 weeks ago
104 weeks ago
Chris Williams
Looking for advice on best ways to spread the world about a national competition to find miss pinup power who will be featured in pinup power's 2011 renewable energy pinup calednar. We'll be launching in june!
TOP IDEA:
Elysa Rice
Lindsey Pollak posted 10 Great Career Books for Young Professionals http://bit.ly/bAuWB0 - I am odd in that I love career/business books. I'm currently reading They Don't Teach Corporate in College which is on this list. Do you have a career book you'd recommend to young professionals?
107 weeks ago from Inspiring Leadership, I am Gen Y and Write a Book!1 more
Rachel Lawley:
Great list. I continually reference "Who Moved My Cheese" and "One Minute Salesman." For the latter, it's not just for people in a literal sales ...MoreGreat list. I continually reference "Who Moved My Cheese" and "One Minute Salesman." For the latter, it's not just for people in a literal sales job. Everyone has something to "sell" - an idea to your boss, homework being done by your kids, or dealing with customer service people. "One Minute Manager" and "How to Manage Your Boss" (an old little spiral book - not sure if it's still around) were quite helpful to me as I got into mid-management.
104 weeks ago
104 weeks ago
Olga Garcia:
Absolutely. I highly recommend "Never Eat Alone" by Keith Ferrazzi.It has helped me so much in my career already by understanding that business ...MoreAbsolutely. I highly recommend "Never Eat Alone" by Keith Ferrazzi.It has helped me so much in my career already by understanding that business relationships are to be treated like a luxury, not a commodity. Fostering and building your network with meaningful relationship is so much more beneficial than just collecting business cards.
104 weeks ago
104 weeks ago
Ryan Healy
John Mayer says Twitter is overrated, Tumblr is the future of Social Networking because it's about intelligent conversation http://bit.ly/diKKRx. he makes a great point. Anyone else notice that Twitter is getting very crowded? Too much noise, too little substance.
108 weeks ago from Social Media, Social Media Marketers, User Experience, Entrepreneurs and Upstarts!3 more
Lindsay Browning:
So many new platforms coming our way! My blog, twitter, LinkedIn and Facebook work for me. I think you need to work with what works for you and ...MoreSo many new platforms coming our way! My blog, twitter, LinkedIn and Facebook work for me. I think you need to work with what works for you and build on it. We can become swamped with all the latest and greatest in social media.
101 weeks ago
101 weeks ago
Rebecca Thorman:
I'm not on Tumblr - the crowd seems to be more vacuous hipsters... just kidding ;). I think Tumblr is starting to go mainstream since so many ...MoreI'm not on Tumblr - the crowd seems to be more vacuous hipsters... just kidding ;). I think Tumblr is starting to go mainstream since so many people keep asking about it... Should be interesting to see their climb.
101 weeks ago
101 weeks ago
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