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EricHFriedman

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Jim Armstrong What are your thoughts on incorporating video into your online content? My buddy and I are looking to incorporate video into our blog as a way to further drive engagement. We're looking to do this for book reviews, how-to demos and interviews. Looking forward to hearing Brazen community's thoughts on this.

36 weeks ago from Social Media Marketers, Social Media, Young Entrepreneur Community and I am Gen Y 2 more

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Katrina Lennon: @Jim- I think it's an excellent idea. We have shorter attention spans with ever increasing busy lives and social platforms like Twitter (140 ...More@Jim- I think it's an excellent idea. We have shorter attention spans with ever increasing busy lives and social platforms like Twitter (140 characters). If our attention is not grabbed within 30 or less seconds we will not continue on with the content. Video is a better way to grab that attention.
29 weeks ago

Jim Armstrong: @Katrina - excellent points, thank you!
29 weeks ago

TOP IDEA: EricHFriedman get Facebook timeline view early since it's different! http://techcrunch.com/2011/09/22/how-to-enable-facebook-timeline/

34 weeks ago

EricHFriedman: and if anyone has figured out how to back-date the timeline events please discuss ;D
34 weeks ago

EricHFriedman Who else has 'timeline' view on facebook and wants to compare. I STILL can't get the timeline to post actual dates on back-dated content! If anyone else is doing this let me know! -Eric Friedman

34 weeks ago

EricHFriedman If you don't have it and aren't yet familiar - its' a BIG BIG change - get it right here early!!! http://techcrunch.com/2011/09/22/how-to-enable-facebook-timeline/ and don't forget to join this group and talk about it!

34 weeks ago from Facebook Timeline Group

EricHFriedman created the group Facebook Timeline Group

34 weeks ago

EricHFriedman joined the groups Internet Marketers, Film and Job Resources and Career Coaching 1 more

36 weeks ago

Sam Rye The group seems to be picking up some steam; I'm interested to know about backgrounds & activities which have landed you here? What's your interest in innovation + how can we support/help each other? What are our opportunities to collaborate?

65 weeks ago from Innovators Incubation

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EricHFriedman: Edward - would like to talk to you more about the formatting ebooks business. - eric erichfriedman*at*gmail

To continue the backgrounds theme, ...MoreEdward - would like to talk to you more about the formatting ebooks business. - eric erichfriedman*at*gmail

To continue the backgrounds theme, I'm here as an adjunct to revamping an iphone application which is popular but needs updating. Anyone know any iphone guys/gals?? Also Salesforce.com has just sponsored me for a presence on their platform and I'm looking to network with anyone familiar with that space (and their language, 'Apex') as well.

I can get more specific if you contact me. Regards , Eric
65 weeks ago

Paul: Gen X-er researching going off on my own with a business. Have 25 yrs experience in corporate america, travelled extensively, held various roles. ...MoreGen X-er researching going off on my own with a business. Have 25 yrs experience in corporate america, travelled extensively, held various roles. I am here to mitigate risk for my new venture by interacting wityh those who are smarter than I...
63 weeks ago

TOP IDEA: Rosanne Ferruggia Never underestimate the value of volunteering to develop your professional skills. Some of my best opportunities have grown from a chance to demonstrate my abilities instead of just telling someone. You don't know what kind of experience you'll gain or the people you'll meet, but I do know you only get what you put into it!

72 weeks ago

Allison Cheston: I so agree. It's a great thing to do whether you're looking for a job and when you're working. If you're looking, it gives people an opportunity ...MoreI so agree. It's a great thing to do whether you're looking for a job and when you're working. If you're looking, it gives people an opportunity to see you in action. And you can't beat it for developing contacts--just check out who's on the board and who the organization interacts with beforehand, so you make the most of your time. And it goes without saying that it needs to be a cause you're passionately interested in. I've written more about this here: http://www.examiner.com/career-change-in-new-york/volunteer-to-enrich-yo...
71 weeks ago

EricHFriedman: Hi Roseanne - I wanted to ask you a business question regarding your more recent posting with small nonprofits doing big things, but alas, I can't ...MoreHi Roseanne - I wanted to ask you a business question regarding your more recent posting with small nonprofits doing big things, but alas, I can't send a private message on Brazen Careerist unless you're my fan, too!
-Erich
66 weeks ago

EricHFriedman reaching out to iphone programmers for a minor update to existing successful application. Looking at part equity part cash in return for completed update.

66 weeks ago from Innovators Incubation

Sam Rye: Hi Eric - tell me more at sam.rye@enspiral.com - I've got a few devs who could do this ...MoreHi Eric - tell me more at sam.rye@enspiral.com - I've got a few devs who could do this for you just need to know the details. Cheers.
66 weeks ago

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67 weeks ago

EricHFriedman Need a low-cost website that others can post photos to and write on. Looking for direction. thanks for now! -Eric

67 weeks ago from Innovators Incubation

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Brittany Thompson: I agree that Facebook or even a blog/CMS like WordPress would be good. Both options also let you set everything up yourself so you may not need to ...MoreI agree that Facebook or even a blog/CMS like WordPress would be good. Both options also let you set everything up yourself so you may not need to hire a developer (unless you just get stuck or need help). That could save quite a bit of money. What type of website is this?
67 weeks ago

Sam Rye: Yup agreed with Latoya and Brittany - look at the free tools out there before developing your own (and I work with a group of web ...MoreYup agreed with Latoya and Brittany - look at the free tools out there before developing your own (and I work with a group of web developers!).

Really before jumping in though, you should ask yourself a few questions - beginning with WHY? Why am I doing this, what am I aiming to achieve?

Happy to give some more advice on the tech side if you need it.

What's your project?
67 weeks ago

EricHFriedman joined the group Innovators Incubation

67 weeks ago

Ethan Stanislawski One thing I'm sick of hearing from business types over the age of 30 is that "everyone my age is always on Facebook/Twitter/YouTube etc" I' have a larger web presence than the vast majority of my friends from high school and college, many of whom don't even have a Facebook profile, some who barely use it. I worry that an entire group of Gen Y'ers are getting ignored by older people who are constantly engaged online. Do you guys see this too?

76 weeks ago from u30pro, Ask Penelope Trunk!, I am Gen Y, Internet Marketers and Creatively Inspired 3 more

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Mike Acton: As one of those over-30 types, I can tell you for that for me personally, the edge definitely goes to those with an online presence. I'm on ...MoreAs one of those over-30 types, I can tell you for that for me personally, the edge definitely goes to those with an online presence. I'm on Twitter, Facebook, etc. all the time, myself and yeah that's where I'm going to be looking first. And if I google you and nothing interesting comes up, you've added a barrier to entry (in time) for me to find out more about who you are. I want to know what you're passionate about, what boundaries you're trying to push, etc,

If you want me to hoof it and find out more about you (or your disenfranchised friends) the old-fashioned way, it needs to be easy. Give me some contacts, send me a unique and compelling portfolio, whatever. Something that would show me all those things I'm missing because you're not online.

On the other hand, the work I do is tech, so I don't really want any luddites, either. :)
73 weeks ago

Edward Antrobus: 'If you want me to hoof it and find out more about you (or your disenfranchised friends) the old-fashioned way, it needs to be easy."

It ...More'If you want me to hoof it and find out more about you (or your disenfranchised friends) the old-fashioned way, it needs to be easy."

It basically sounds like you are arguing that technology makes it okay to be lazy. Check out Ty Unglebower and his Top Idea on the topic of making decisions based only on online information:
http://www.brazencareerist.com/profile/ty-unglebower
http://bit.ly/gjkzNa
68 weeks ago

EricHFriedman became a fan of Nestle USA, Inc., Google, Aon Consulting, Inc., Sony Pictures Entertainment, Yahoo! Inc., Tribune Co., Nielsen Media Research Inc. and Thomson Reuters 6 more

69 weeks ago

EricHFriedman joined the group QR Code Enthusiast

69 weeks ago

Evan Peterson Adam T. Scholl, author of No Sneakers at the Office, shares his thoughts on the importance of understanding organizational structure. Do you agree? http://ceremarkcreations.com/NoSneakers/?p=405

73 weeks ago from Career Rocketeer

EricHFriedman: Hi - Understanding organizational structure is super important, but usually the power structure is different !
73 weeks ago

elizabeth Has anyone ever started an online dating site or know someone who has started one before? how would you get over that beginning stage of not having anyone on there to begin with ro even get it jumping or have an incentive to join? Making any sense to anyone :) ?

76 weeks ago from Business Development

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Rebecca Thorman: Not sure how early you are, but definitely start with your friends. Try a grassroots approach - talk to blogs and columnists. Try different ...MoreNot sure how early you are, but definitely start with your friends. Try a grassroots approach - talk to blogs and columnists. Try different incentives and referrals.
76 weeks ago

EricHFriedman: Hi Elizabeth - what happened with your startup? Am interested in starting up a site with an interactive membership, and would be great to hear ...MoreHi Elizabeth - what happened with your startup? Am interested in starting up a site with an interactive membership, and would be great to hear what you found out. Thanks! -Erich
73 weeks ago

TOP IDEA: Katie Weilbacher The return of FOCUS - is mono-tasking the new multi-tasking? I, the born & bred geek, have been feeling overwhelmed by the constant barrage of data & input. I'm finding that I'm more productive by: prioritizing my day, focusing on one task at a time, addressing urgent matters as they pop up, and then returning to the task at hand. I'm getting more done & like feeling focused. Are you able to "juggle" long-term and make progress? Or do you prefer a focused, mono-task process?

84 weeks ago from Productivity & Time-Management

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EricHFriedman: hallalujah! Right on Katie! Mono-tasking is the only way - BUT REALLY QUICKLY!!!! -Erich Friedman
81 weeks ago

Kristine Fetalco: My tip is to set mini deadlines for yourself throughout the day-- especially if you're in a project-based environment, you may have to juggle ...MoreMy tip is to set mini deadlines for yourself throughout the day-- especially if you're in a project-based environment, you may have to juggle multiple tasks at different stages from different managers. I ask each manager what his priority is for the specific task he assigns me, then use my judgment on what to tackle first. I give myself about a 1-2 hour deadline for that specific task, especially if there are multiple pressing tasks. This is a way to become faster at doing things, by challenging yourself. Then after the deadline, I communicate my progress with the manager(s) involved, so each one knows where I am and can possible delegate some tasks to get the team toward completion.
75 weeks ago

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77 weeks ago

TOP IDEA: Hannah Kane When I tell people about my daily commute-- usually about an hour on the bus and the metro-- they wince. But I love using public transportation because I have time to prepare for an interview, read a book, check the news, and generally use that time efficiently. Actually, I've really come to depend on it! Plus, what with urban sprawl and traffic making everyone's commutes longer, isn't an hour on the metro more useful than an hour in stop and go traffic?

102 weeks ago

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Pete Collins: I don't have a car so driving was never an option so until recently I got the bus. I convinced myself I liked this (for the reasons described - ...MoreI don't have a car so driving was never an option so until recently I got the bus. I convinced myself I liked this (for the reasons described - time to think, do etc) but then I started cycling to work and I now resent getting on a bus! Not an option for everyone, of course.
81 weeks ago

Hannah Kane: I've been seriously thinking about starting to bike to work, but now the cold weather might delay those plans for a couple of months. And ...MoreI've been seriously thinking about starting to bike to work, but now the cold weather might delay those plans for a couple of months. And generally I'm still a huge fan of public transit, but when, like last night, you end up waiting 25 minutes for a bus at 1:30am then it loses a bit of its allure...
80 weeks ago

EricHFriedman joined the group European Bloggers

82 weeks ago

Sean Wilkins Any thoughts on FB Connect or Twitter Connect log-ins popping up all over the place with new sites? I'm mostly concerned with privacy issues for the user AND their networks since some ask for access to their information as well through your profile. I'm seeing a trend where some sites seem to only allow FB Connect log-ins and not supporting direct sing-ups, or the bury it. This is a turn-off for me as a user/consumer, but I totally understand it as a marketing and business person.

83 weeks ago from New Media Marketing

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Aiden Schade: I recently went through my Facebook page and killed 70% of the apps that I had authorized. It's nice to be able to share things from some of these ...MoreI recently went through my Facebook page and killed 70% of the apps that I had authorized. It's nice to be able to share things from some of these other sites and vendors, but there's no point in making a permanent connection that will give them a constant feed of your information. If you want to share something: copy, paste, and attach the link. It takes a few extra seconds, but you don't have to invite any strangers into your home to do it.
83 weeks ago

Patrick Pho: I agree with the idea of a single login- it's doing what OpenID was meant to do but on a scale they couldn't really reach.
83 weeks ago