Colleen Dilenschneider
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Colleen Dilenschneider
Thanks, #brazen! RT @BrazenCareerist If ur org is the Titanic & u have millennials on board, u r less likely to sink: http://bit.ly/9oXDSp
74 weeks ago from
Colleen Dilenschneider
@PaughGinney Thanks- you too! So random that I just had to share. Every time I see him on TV, I think "I wonder what's up on #brazen"
76 weeks ago from
Akhila Kolisetty
Does anyone know of any good non-profit related conferences or networking events going on in Chicago in the next couple of months?
Colleen Dilenschneider:
Hi Akhila,
I've found that the Young Nonprofit Professionals Network has some great networking events. Here's the link to YNPN's Chicago ...MoreHi Akhila,
I've found that the Young Nonprofit Professionals Network has some great networking events. Here's the link to YNPN's Chicago chapter: http://www.ynpnchicago.org/s/269/index.aspx
It looks like they are hosting a 2010 Celebration on February 4th at the Chicago Cultural Center!
110 weeks ago
I've found that the Young Nonprofit Professionals Network has some great networking events. Here's the link to YNPN's Chicago ...MoreHi Akhila,
I've found that the Young Nonprofit Professionals Network has some great networking events. Here's the link to YNPN's Chicago chapter: http://www.ynpnchicago.org/s/269/index.aspx
It looks like they are hosting a 2010 Celebration on February 4th at the Chicago Cultural Center!
110 weeks ago
Akhila Kolisetty:
Colleen, thanks for the tip! I've actually heard of that event (and I'm part of YNPN Chicago) and I'm definitely thinking of going :) Sounds like ...MoreColleen, thanks for the tip! I've actually heard of that event (and I'm part of YNPN Chicago) and I'm definitely thinking of going :) Sounds like a great networking opportunity.
Does anyone know the procedure for contacting other YNPN members (via the online directory)? I'm thinking of emailing some members working in the area of my interest to conduct informational interviews. Any tips on whether this is appropriate or not?
110 weeks ago
Does anyone know the procedure for contacting other YNPN members (via the online directory)? I'm thinking of emailing some members working in the area of my interest to conduct informational interviews. Any tips on whether this is appropriate or not?
110 weeks ago
Colleen Dilenschneider
Read this today. Thought it was timely given our discussion and this list--Check it out:
"[Pepsi] plans to focus marketing efforts on its Pepsi Refresh Project, a mostly online effort set to start in January that will pay at least $20-million for projects created to “refresh” communities, such as feeding the needy or teaching children to read. http://philanthropy.com/news/?id=10457&pth&utm_source=pt&utm_medium=news...
111 weeks ago from Brazen Careerist's Top 50 Gen-Y Companies
Ryan Healy:
Very cool. I've read a lot about Pepsi trying to important support causes and both hire and market to Gen Y. Even their new logo was created ...MoreVery cool. I've read a lot about Pepsi trying to important support causes and both hire and market to Gen Y. Even their new logo was created after a Gen Y focus group determined that we are optimistic by nature. (Note the logo looking like a smile now)
111 weeks ago
111 weeks ago
cory huff
I'm with Steven. Not a fan of this list. There are a lot of small companies out there that are really amazing to work for - this list seems to be playing to the lowest common denominator. Most of us want something pretty different from an employer besides high pay and a green initiative, chief among them for me being work/life balance and career growth opportunities - I'll never work at a company where I have to stay in the same position for years and years.
112 weeks ago from Brazen Careerist's Top 50 Gen-Y Companies
cory huff:
Colleen, that's a brilliant idea. Encouraging Brazen to work a little harder and create local lists of Gen Y companies is a great idea. You could ...MoreColleen, that's a brilliant idea. Encouraging Brazen to work a little harder and create local lists of Gen Y companies is a great idea. You could also break it down by industry or ethos (best non-profits, best social media companies, etc). Brazen has a great resource for building these lists - the members!
Penelope, it is indeed great news for people who live and work in major markets - most of these companies don't have major operations in Portland, OR - and I don't want to move.
112 weeks ago
Penelope, it is indeed great news for people who live and work in major markets - most of these companies don't have major operations in Portland, OR - and I don't want to move.
112 weeks ago
Meghan Flynn:
Penelope - for me, the fact that large companies hire the most in Dec and Jan puts this whole list into a new perspective: I'm looking for a job ...MorePenelope - for me, the fact that large companies hire the most in Dec and Jan puts this whole list into a new perspective: I'm looking for a job and knowing which large companies, at least under the somewhat limited criteria, are good for Gen Y, is a huge help. Maybe that should have been part of the presentation?
112 weeks ago
112 weeks ago
Colleen Dilenschneider
Studies are showing that Gen Y is more and more turning to workplaces that "do good." Can we expect a similar list from Brazen of Nonprofit and public sector divisions in which to work?
Why eliminate non-powerhouse companies with less than 2500 employees? Just curious. There's a pro argument for smaller companies, too...such as an ability to get a sense of what's going on in all aspects of the company; a broader sense of how the overall business functions.
112 weeks ago from Brazen Careerist's Top 50 Gen-Y Companies
Colleen Dilenschneider:
The Green Score was thrown in to appeal to our desire to "do good?" Don't get me wrong-- I think that's great, but it does feel arbitrary... ...MoreThe Green Score was thrown in to appeal to our desire to "do good?" Don't get me wrong-- I think that's great, but it does feel arbitrary...
What I meant to say is that I thought Gen Y cared about DOING good, as in making a contribution to social causes (which is happening more and more in big corporations, for sure).
112 weeks ago
What I meant to say is that I thought Gen Y cared about DOING good, as in making a contribution to social causes (which is happening more and more in big corporations, for sure).
112 weeks ago
Ryan Paugh:
Don't get me wrong ... I think there's a lot more that companies could be doing. Green initiatives are just one thing. Do you know of any ...MoreDon't get me wrong ... I think there's a lot more that companies could be doing. Green initiatives are just one thing. Do you know of any companies who do a great job of contributing to social causes?
112 weeks ago
112 weeks ago
Jun Loayza
Woohoo! 20 members strong. Ok, I think it's time for a meetup. What do you all think?
Lindsay Berglund:
I'm in for a meetup this Saturday! I'm in Burbank, but will go wherever :)
128 weeks ago
128 weeks ago
Andrew Kavanagh:
Would love a meetup
as I need to learn new ways of networking in this tough economy.
I live in West LA.
128 weeks ago
128 weeks ago
Colleen Dilenschneider
Which is more beneficial: 5 yrs in 1 nonprofit involved in 1 area, or 5 yrs with 3 diff orgs in different areas? Would love your thoughts!
Kevin S. Simpson:
Depends on what your passion is. Many organizations like a person having a passion towards their area of expertise: kids, mental health etc
128 weeks ago
128 weeks ago
Sarah Hartley:
I think it depends if you know what you want! If not, diversify. If you do, then work your way up in 1 organisation
127 weeks ago
127 weeks ago
Colleen Dilenschneider
Hey all! I'm Colleen, interested in museums/nonprofits! Relocating from Seattle to LA for grad school. I look forward to meeting all of you!
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