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Heather Gaona I'm just returning to Civilian life after 8 years in the Army... and need help with the clothes! I was fashion-challenged before wearing a uniform every day. I work in a lab, so practical clothing is a must. At some point in any day I could be crawling under an instrument or climbing a step ladder. Jeans are widely accepted, but I worry I’ll look unprofessional. My biggest challenge is tops: I tend to prefer tshirts. I welcome your suggestions!

59 weeks ago from Dress Code Personal Style

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Regina Richardson: NY&Company has some really nice shawl-like cardigans, and cardigan/shell combos, as do many of the clothing stores right now. Easy-care, wash ...MoreNY&Company has some really nice shawl-like cardigans, and cardigan/shell combos, as do many of the clothing stores right now. Easy-care, wash and go... :)
26 weeks ago

kathy mcafee: Heather, I recommend that you invest in working with an image consultant. Hire a qualified one to come and do a closet audit in your home. ...MoreHeather, I recommend that you invest in working with an image consultant. Hire a qualified one to come and do a closet audit in your home. Leverage their expertise to figure out what to keep, what to tailor and what to give away. AND....get their input on what wardrobe items you need to access in your new job/career path. Your professional image is part of your visual communication. I like to think we should all strive to present our best selves (authentic and polished). Good luck in your career transition. - Kathy
26 weeks ago

La Donna Lokey It's that time of year again - performance appraisal time! I've been avoiding it, but now must buckle up and just do it. I know I'm not alone here. I could give you a 75 page report on the topic of your choice, but when it comes to self-evaluation, I cringe. Why is it sometimes so hard to talk about ourselves? How do you handle it?

30 weeks ago from Citi, Human Resources, Ask Penelope Trunk!, Ask A Coach and inCORPorated 3 more

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Beatriz Alemar: I'd say it's hard because you want to be honest, but you also feel pressured to show yourself in the best light. Then there's the added pressure ...MoreI'd say it's hard because you want to be honest, but you also feel pressured to show yourself in the best light. Then there's the added pressure of what will your employeer think of what you put. It can be very stressful!

I'd take a few deep breaths and then get out a sheet of paper. Remind yourself that no one will see this paper - this is just a place for your notes before you actually write your review. Look over the goals you had in the year or quarter and rate yourself on how well you think you did. Then under that write bullets supporting your rating. List everything you can and get as specific as you can. You have permission to brag as much as you want (remember no on is going to see it). Look back at your work and see if what you wrote matches what you rated yourself. Do you need to adjust up or down? Only after you've written down the good, can you go back and pinpoint areas you can improve in.

It's a lot easier to praise yourself (and write an honest review) when you have concrete evidence of the things you've accomplished.
29 weeks ago

Heath Port: This can be especially tough when your job success isn't really quantifiable and depends more on softer skills. In my previous evals I tried to ...MoreThis can be especially tough when your job success isn't really quantifiable and depends more on softer skills. In my previous evals I tried to put together some narratives on how some of my soft skill sets helped the organization reach their goals. I also would reach out to others I had worked with for recommendations that they would either send directly to my management or wrote up and sent to me to be shared during my eval.
29 weeks ago

Noel Rozny Happy Halloween everyone! This video put me in the spirit: http://on.fb.me/cQfP1I Are you dressed in costume for the work day?

29 weeks ago from myFootpath

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Noel Rozny: Thanks Becky and Tracy!
29 weeks ago

Heather Gaona: @Becky classy and office appropriate :)
29 weeks ago

JenG Were you bummed you had to go back to work after the long holiday? Do you suffer from the Sunday night blues? I may have something that can help: free training for career changers on how to find the career that makes you come alive. http://www.noregretscareeracademy.com

37 weeks ago from Creating a Life You Love and Career Changers

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Edward Antrobus: @Noel & @JenG, Thanks. And 6 day weeks aren't bad. It's all a matter of expectations. The 40-hour and 5-day work-week are inventions of the ...More@Noel & @JenG, Thanks. And 6 day weeks aren't bad. It's all a matter of expectations. The 40-hour and 5-day work-week are inventions of the 20th century. If you don't expect to have Saturday off, then you won't miss not having Saturday off. It doesn't get rough until you wind up with no day off to sleep in (till 7 for me) and recharge. A couple jobs ago, I had a stretch where I worked 93 days straight.
36 weeks ago

Heather Gaona: i only had the Monday off, and it felt like a mini vacation. :) I am starting to feel the crunch working one and a half jobs, partly thanks to my ...Morei only had the Monday off, and it felt like a mini vacation. :) I am starting to feel the crunch working one and a half jobs, partly thanks to my office neighbor who has pointed out I only get 4 days off a month. hmm...
36 weeks ago

Noel Rozny Have you ever gotten a promotion and then wondered how in the world you were going to execute your new tasks? How did you survive and thrive in your promotion? (Here's a few of our tips: http://j.mp/eAqDOg)

58 weeks ago from myFootpath

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Tanya Veleva: great ideas everyone. I'd add keep learning, make new mistakes and beware of upper limit problems. What gets you one promotion is not the same as ...Moregreat ideas everyone. I'd add keep learning, make new mistakes and beware of upper limit problems. What gets you one promotion is not the same as what will get you the next one.
57 weeks ago

Noel Rozny: @Cobin--that's a great tip to remember, and so true!

@Tanya, Yep, as you grow, there is always a new skill to acquire and a new obstacle to ...More@Cobin--that's a great tip to remember, and so true!

@Tanya, Yep, as you grow, there is always a new skill to acquire and a new obstacle to overcome. But I think that's what makes it fun. :)
57 weeks ago

Ryan Paugh Hey all you Washington D.C. people!!! I want to start creating some Twitter Lists by city to help Brazen members connect w/ each other locally. I'm starting w/ Washington D.C. because I know that you all are an engaged bunch. So leave your Twitter ID as a reply below and we will make sure to add you to the Official Brazen D.C. Twitter List.

100 weeks ago from Washington D.C.

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55 weeks ago

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54 weeks ago

Dana Leavy I was thinking about the connection between facets of our interpersonal relationships and our careers. I consider myself very lucky to have a wonderful fiance who openly supports all of my various career decisions. When it comes to making tough career choices, how does validation and support from significant others, spouses or even family & friends impact your confidence and your decision making?

57 weeks ago from Brazen Careerists in New York City, Freelancing, Career Rocketeer, Career Changers and Entrepreneurs 3 more

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John smith: I can tell you from personal experience it is vital to have the support of at least your spouse. Just in the past three weeks i thought i was ...MoreI can tell you from personal experience it is vital to have the support of at least your spouse. Just in the past three weeks i thought i was about to escape a corporate job that have held for over ten years, and purchase a franchise. at the final hour my wife balked at the huge pay cut we would have to take (at least initially) though we had savings. I cannot express the disappointment and rift this has created.
It frustrates me that if a person leaves a well paying job with benifits to become an entrepreneur, people will line up to tell you what an idiot you are.
If you are fired and take the exact same entrepreneur path, you are a genius...
55 weeks ago

Dana Leavy: @John - I can understand the pain and disappointment there. I think having your spouse or significant other behind you is a way of feeling like ...More@John - I can understand the pain and disappointment there. I think having your spouse or significant other behind you is a way of feeling like they prioritize your happiness and goals, and are willing to shift things around to see you through that. It's not always possible from a timing or financial perspective, but emotional support is key, really in any kind of transition.

I think that opposition you speak of about people telling you how wrong your decision is, is more about their own insecurities, narrow minded thinking, and potentially even jealousy. We develop our reasoning behind our actions based on our own individual potential. Stay positive!
55 weeks ago

TOP IDEA: Diane L To ask a more specific question from Berrak S.'s post (http://bit.ly/h2dSEt). For all soon-to-be, already minted, deferred, or dropped-out SCIENCE PhD candidates, did getting your PhD/MS in your chosen field help or hinder in securing industry positions post-graduation? How long did you wait before doing the PhD post-college, what did you do? For those who dropped out: Why? Questions for science folk on grad school seems to be more of a "when" and "how" than "whether or not". Thoughts?

68 weeks ago from Graduate Students, Professional Development, For Science! and JobSTART 101 2 more

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Edward Antrobus: @Diane, If I had to guess, I would say that the program probably started to encourage students to think about careers in the federal government ...More@Diane, If I had to guess, I would say that the program probably started to encourage students to think about careers in the federal government and wound up a victim of it's own success. Program was probably designed for accountants or something like that. But for a lot of the sciences, federal employment is the biggest employer (remember reading that HALF of all meteorologists in the US are employed by the Federal government), so there are a lot of students going after those positions.

The cynical side of me immediately thought of the fact that students are cheap and probably don't use the benefits.
64 weeks ago

Allison Cheston: @Diane Thank you so much for recommending this. I'd like to get in touch with you directly but you need to "fan" me first :) I think you'd be a ...More@Diane Thank you so much for recommending this. I'd like to get in touch with you directly but you need to "fan" me first :) I think you'd be a great interview for my book!
56 weeks ago

Allison Cheston Today's NYT article about college debt will make you mad, especially with more government education cuts coming our way. Do you have college debt? If you could do it over, would you attend a less expensive school? Here's my two cents: http://www.allisoncheston.com/blog/jobs-and-the-economy/gen-ys-college-d...

58 weeks ago

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Heather Gaona: I joined the Army after completing college, so my student loans were repaid. Now I have Post-9/11 GI Bill and VA benefits to cover grad school, ...MoreI joined the Army after completing college, so my student loans were repaid. Now I have Post-9/11 GI Bill and VA benefits to cover grad school, and I have served my country.
57 weeks ago

Corbin Haresnape: @Allison Good stuff! It is frustrating to me that every time a university student is able to borrow more money the cost of school magically increases!
57 weeks ago

Ryan Healy Time for a new Brazen logo! Of these 4 options, which one best represents the Brazen brand in your mind, and why? 1. http://bit.ly/dYWpX0 2. http://bit.ly/dNnY7C 3. http://bit.ly/fpK8so 4. http://bit.ly/fCpsyK Looking forward to any feedback we can get from our community here!

57 weeks ago from Social Media Marketers and Brazen Community Feedback

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Sean Masters: 1 and 3 look too much like other web properties (Mashable for one; can't remember the other). Would love to see #2 and #4 but, as Regina noted, ...More1 and 3 look too much like other web properties (Mashable for one; can't remember the other). Would love to see #2 and #4 but, as Regina noted, the links are broken.
57 weeks ago

Whitney May Parker: Update! We picked a winner ... you'll start to see us roll out some new designs over the course of the next few months, but we'll keep you in ...MoreUpdate! We picked a winner ... you'll start to see us roll out some new designs over the course of the next few months, but we'll keep you in suspense until then! Thanks so much for your feedback everyone!
57 weeks ago

Chris Parker Have you ever thought that your wedding ring/engagement ring could prevent you from becoming employed. I just heard from a friend that she was turned down for a job and a worker that referred her to the job apologized because she did not tell our friend to remove her engagement ring before interviewing.

58 weeks ago from myFootpath

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Vickie Elmer: A few states, including Maryland, have a law that protects people from being discriminated against based on family status. But there's no federal ...MoreA few states, including Maryland, have a law that protects people from being discriminated against based on family status. But there's no federal protection. Yet I agree with those who say it's better to learn this before you land there and have to deal with a boss with such a twisted outlook.
57 weeks ago

Chris Parker: @Vickie Glad to hear some states protect from Family discrimination, but I do not see the possibility of really calling this discrimination ...More@Vickie Glad to hear some states protect from Family discrimination, but I do not see the possibility of really calling this discrimination because If the guy really has this twisted of an attitude he is probably smart enough if anyone investigated to give a safe reason he did not hire her, I think even this guy in his right mind would not state he did not hire her because of the ring, he would make something up
57 weeks ago

Noel Rozny Do you take a break during your work day, or do you power straight through? How important do you think breaks (lunch breaks, cigarette breaks, water cooler breaks) are to your ability to work well?

59 weeks ago from myFootpath

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Chris Parker: @Becky I do get away from the desk from time to time since I am one of those dreaded smokers who take breaks, but even while I am on a smoke ...More@Becky I do get away from the desk from time to time since I am one of those dreaded smokers who take breaks, but even while I am on a smoke break, I am returning emails, Cursed Blackberry, or staffing things, I do have stairs but they are not conducive to sitting on to have a moment alone. I talk to my participants for 3-4 hours per day just not to co-workers since they want a quiet workplace
58 weeks ago

Noel Rozny: @Tia--I am a HUGE fan of the power nap! I've read a ton of studies on how helpful it is for workers across the board. And playing a little jazz is ...More@Tia--I am a HUGE fan of the power nap! I've read a ton of studies on how helpful it is for workers across the board. And playing a little jazz is the perfect way to drown out the stress and noise of work.
58 weeks ago

TOP IDEA: Jamie Nacht Farrell I contend the definition of "career" as we've been taught is out dated. How would you define, "career" now days? people are "seeking" the wrong thing. People should NOT seek out a traditional career, but rather always be looking for "the next adventure". I wrote a post about how we can redefine what we look for to better our futures...and how that may or may not be a "traditional career". How do we get rid of that "preconceived" stigma attached to career? http://t.co/sLvOA8l

72 weeks ago from Freelancing, Ask Penelope Trunk!, Entrepreneurs and The Career Hot Seat!2 more

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Scott Messinger: @JenG: Hey whats wrong with mediocrity?

"Some men are born mediocre, some men achieve mediocrity, and some men have mediocrity thrust upon ...More@JenG: Hey whats wrong with mediocrity?

"Some men are born mediocre, some men achieve mediocrity, and some men have mediocrity thrust upon them."
Joseph Heller in Catch-22

And then this 'inspirational" poster from Despair.com:
http://www.despair.com/med24x30prin.html

Just a little humor folks! :)

72 weeks ago

JRandom42: @Jen, it sounds like you're talking about the Lake Woebegon effect:
More@Jen, it sounds like you're talking about the Lake Woebegon effect:
http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Illusory_superiority

"Lake Woebegon, where all the women are strong, all the men are handsome and all the children are above average."

Garrison Keillor
72 weeks ago

Noel Rozny When I started actively using my Twitter account, I wondered if I should have two accounts: one for work and one for personal use. I debated both sides of the argument and got this great advice (and tips for managing two or more handles) from Katie German, the community manager at Engage Them: http://j.mp/fB0xMh Do you have more than one Twitter account? In your opinion, what are the pros and cons?

65 weeks ago from myFootpath

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Alexandra "Sandi" Fox: I have one account, and utilize it to promote my personal brand, consulting and views on issues. I'm one person, and I think people should know ...MoreI have one account, and utilize it to promote my personal brand, consulting and views on issues. I'm one person, and I think people should know the whole package.
65 weeks ago

Rebecca Thorman: @ Diana - I definitely wouldn't use the same photo. Many companies have a small company logo next to the person's photo to designate they ...More@ Diana - I definitely wouldn't use the same photo. Many companies have a small company logo next to the person's photo to designate they represent the company. We just have our logo (I prefer it this way) and it hasn't hindered us.
65 weeks ago

JenG I'm fascinated by career change and what holds people back. I've been asking everyone I know (and many I don't) how they like their jobs and what's preventing them from finding their ideal career. My latest post reveals the results I've gathered so far. But I'd love to hear from you too? Does this resonate with what you're seeing/hearing or experiencing yourself? What do so many people settle for an okay job? http://bit.ly/i4ZhPR

66 weeks ago from Job Resources and Career Coaching, Ask A Coach, Creating a Life You Love and Career Changers 2 more

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Kevin Durbin: I think what holds people back is fear (Of failure perhaps), and also if you have put several years into your current career, you might not want ...MoreI think what holds people back is fear (Of failure perhaps), and also if you have put several years into your current career, you might not want to exit prematurely or you would miss out on the next step up (Or not). I spent a 20 year career in the US Army trying to figure out what I wanted as a career; it wasn't until I retired and thought about it that I decided to go the IT/IS route, which in the military, I had not ever officially held a similar position, in fact, didn't even think of it as a potential career track. Even now, I'm toying with moving towards something more financial/investment related, but not sure if that is what I really want (I'm better at working with computers/networks)
65 weeks ago

JRandom42: @Heather, not sure how she did it.but I heard of a female soldier that not only went through jump school, but Ranger school. Reminds me of GI Jane.
65 weeks ago

TOP IDEA: Heather Gaona I find companies that support healthcare and research have a better perspective (and therefore benefits, perks, way of life) than the actual field of healthcare or medical research. Is it wrong to expect more? We're supposed to be taking care of people or improving human life; why can't we take better care of ourselves in the process?

88 weeks ago

Heather Gaona: ...and then I went to work at a private practice. Lovely work environment and corporate culture where employees are valued!
65 weeks ago

Abby Milloy I am interested in three different potential career paths: medicine, public health, and health administration. It was suggested that I start making contacts for informational interviews to determine which career and post-graduate study would be the best fit. I'm struggling to determine where to start. Any suggestions on good informational interview questions or how to start the self-reflection process so I can generate good questions?

65 weeks ago from Young Professional Women (YPW) and Entry-Level Young Professionals

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Tracy Brisson: Hi Abby. A colleague of mine just pursued a similar path. Her clarity came from informational interviewing someone from each field- and job ...MoreHi Abby. A colleague of mine just pursued a similar path. Her clarity came from informational interviewing someone from each field- and job shadowing the person in public health. Great interview questions would focus on why they wanted to go into their field, what a typical day looks like, highlights and low points, and their path to where they landed.

Interestingly, my friend found that none of these fields were for her, which was a successful finding in itself! Good luck and feel free to email with questions.
65 weeks ago

Heather Gaona: Hi Abby, looks like you're off to a great start in public health already! Clin trial coordinator? very nice. Do you want to work more closely with ...MoreHi Abby, looks like you're off to a great start in public health already! Clin trial coordinator? very nice. Do you want to work more closely with people/patients or be more removed from patient contact? Serve a larger or smaller population? See immediate results (patient care) or be okay with long-term rewards (research)? Have you looked at the international MPH programs? Best of luck!
65 weeks ago

Noel Rozny SNOW DAY! How are you spending yours? Some of our favorite activities: making snickerdoodles, snowshoeing ... more here: http://j.mp/eJYSCC

68 weeks ago from myFootpath

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Noel Rozny: @Bredna and @Scott, yes, telecommuting means a lot of us were working from home (I did as well)! However, I was starting to get cabin fever and ...More@Bredna and @Scott, yes, telecommuting means a lot of us were working from home (I did as well)! However, I was starting to get cabin fever and was glad to get back to work.

@Ednan -- JEALOUS! It's 8 degrees here.

@Edward--you're brave! :)

@Jennifer--that reminds me I need to do my taxes ....
67 weeks ago

Edward Antrobus: It's snowing here today, actually.

Growing up, my mother had a rule of no shorts below 75 degrees, which I always hated. When I went to ...MoreIt's snowing here today, actually.

Growing up, my mother had a rule of no shorts below 75 degrees, which I always hated. When I went to college, I wore shorts every day regardless of the weather clear until December. I even have a photograph of me making a snow angel wearing nothing but a pair of jogging shorts.
67 weeks ago

Kim Luu Do you ever give yourself the gift of "nothing"? People were rather taken aback when my answer to a New Year's resolution is "nothing". I have no goal. I want to fill as much space in my busy life with nothing that I can. I need the time to do nothing and relax. Think nothing and refill my creative well. Say nothing so I can learn from others. There is great freedom in permitting yourself to do nothing. People can't handle you doing nothing. Try it and see.

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Cooper: I have recently decided on giving myself the gift of nothing. I recently have finished three years of grad school, and have a great job. I have ...MoreI have recently decided on giving myself the gift of nothing. I recently have finished three years of grad school, and have a great job. I have some more offers and possibly could keep moving in various directions, but have decided to stop. I have continually been going forward from the time I left high school, and my gift to myself until summer at least is exactly that — the gift of nothing.
70 weeks ago

Kim Luu: @ Kate. You can't do everything and just have to accept that balls will be dropped. The key is to decide which balls are not that important to ...More@ Kate. You can't do everything and just have to accept that balls will be dropped. The key is to decide which balls are not that important to you and walk away.

It's not easy to do and the guilt is tremendous for a while. It took me years to work through the guilt. Now I'm working through the guilt trip that other people try to put on me.

The reality is that if we don't get down time, we won't be as effective. You have to take a stance that YOU are just as important. Be ready to deal with accusations of selfishness, self-centered, arrogance, etc...
70 weeks ago

Dawn Lennon Putting ourselves in categories like Boomers, Gen X, Y, and Millenials permits labeling at work, detracting from our efforts to differentiate ourselves. What do you do to avoid those labels and get the most from your workplace relationships? http://wp.me/pJhPc-fc

71 weeks ago

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Dawn Lennon: @Heather Your experiences and observations have really hit the nail on the head. Work ethic, attitude, and capability are about individuals and ...More@Heather Your experiences and observations have really hit the nail on the head. Work ethic, attitude, and capability are about individuals and everything that has influenced/driven them throughout their lives. The mix you have in your work group attests to that. The contributions to the way we think and act at work are familial, cultural, regional,economic...everything.

I fully agree that supervision is what helps both good and weak employees get better. Too often those generational labels give supervisors one more out for what they should be doing but aren't, assessing individual performance and coaching to improve it. Thanks for a terrific comment and wonderful insights based on real experience. ~Dawn
70 weeks ago

Dawn Lennon: @Allan I don't take issue with identifying behavioral similarities among employees and addressing them through supervision, training, and ...More@Allan I don't take issue with identifying behavioral similarities among employees and addressing them through supervision, training, and coaching. There are lots of validated tools that do that in ways that can be very useful.

My issue is simply with the generational labels which lump employees together around when they were born rather than what their individual capabilities and perspectives are. I was the manager of management development and training for many years at a Fortune 500 and have seen a lot of time and money wasted on training, for instance, for masses of employees simply based on demographic groupings rather than need. The more we lump people together the easier we make it for leaders to draw sweeping conclusions about individuals, often leading to false positives and negatives.

Thanks for your interesting insights and for taking the time to comment. ~Dawn
70 weeks ago

Heather Gaona After 6 years in medical research, I have both a CV and a resume. When applying for clinical lab jobs, which should I submit? I'm thinking resume...

78 weeks ago from Biotech and Pharmaceutical Professionals

Stephanie Springer: I would just submit a resume for now, and follow up with a CV if they request one (or bring extra copies of your CV to your interview).
78 weeks ago

Heather Gaona: thanks Stephanie! I keep having to remind myself the CV is for academics... (oh yeah). It's been a while. :)
78 weeks ago

Cameron Plommer I'm finding that when I wake up at 6:00 am, shower,get dressed and get out the door to work at a coffee shop before work I'm much more productive for the rest of the day. I think the burst of creativity/freedom of working on my own stuff before going to work just makes me happier. Anyone have similar experiences, or productivity tricks in general to share?

78 weeks ago from Creatively Inspired, Creating a Life You Love and Productivity & Time-Management 1 more

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Riley Carson: I'm one of those crazies that wake up around 4AM. On an average day, I'll hit the sack somewhere between 10PM and midnight. I usually work out ...MoreI'm one of those crazies that wake up around 4AM. On an average day, I'll hit the sack somewhere between 10PM and midnight. I usually work out some time during those morning hours.
78 weeks ago

Ben Donahower: I use tasks in Gmail. Live and die by it.
78 weeks ago

Riley Carson Have you guys heard of Power Point Ranger? He blogs at http://pptranger.us . He has an MOS series that he's working on. What do you guys think?

79 weeks ago from Military

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Riley Carson: PPT Ranger is working on it, I think he's hitting Combat Medics soon.
79 weeks ago

Heather Gaona: ah, Medics. There's this big feud between lab techs (68K, that's me) and the Whiskeys... I really don't know why, but we just do not get along. ...Moreah, Medics. There's this big feud between lab techs (68K, that's me) and the Whiskeys... I really don't know why, but we just do not get along. They are hardcore though.
79 weeks ago

Becky Benishek Lindsey Pollak (Getting From College to Career) recently moderated a panel discussion of prominent CEOs from three very different industries--professional services, social media and nonprofit. Turns out they're all seeking one major resume item. So what's the single most important thing you can have. Does your personal brand have this necessary quality? Here's what they said: http://ht.ly/2QLPQ

85 weeks ago from myFootpath, Job Resources and Career Coaching and Personal Branding 1 more

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Becky Benishek: @Heather, your leadership experience should go far!
81 weeks ago

Rachel Howe: I agree. Taking initiative is what I believe employers are looking for. It goes far in all aspects of your life too. I try to encourage others to ...MoreI agree. Taking initiative is what I believe employers are looking for. It goes far in all aspects of your life too. I try to encourage others to bite the bullet and dont let fear drive you away from reaching your highest potential.
80 weeks ago

Sabera (Kapasi) Photographer I've never been very comfortable with doing something nice for myself; shopping, treating myself etc. Anyone else with me on this? Any ideas on why you think people feel this way?

81 weeks ago from Young Professional Women (YPW), Personal Development and Slash Jobs 1 more

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Heather Gaona: Hi Sabera, if I'm reading your initial question correctly, you're having a hard time doing anything nice for yourself; not as a reward for ...MoreHi Sabera, if I'm reading your initial question correctly, you're having a hard time doing anything nice for yourself; not as a reward for accomplishment or in celebration, but just as an everyday taking care of yourself. And let me say, I am with you! Becky noted it's not limited to any one culture. I think it's a common problem among women, as across cultures we are prone to take care of others before ourselves.

So far all I have is: pedicure. Total pampering, for under $50, no waiting.

I think we should challenge ourselves to take better care of ourselves. I don't know about you, but nobody is taking care of me.
80 weeks ago

Hannah Kane: The question is, what would pampering yourself look like?

For me, pampering myself is taking a whole day to myself and going into the city (DC) ...MoreThe question is, what would pampering yourself look like?

For me, pampering myself is taking a whole day to myself and going into the city (DC) to visit an exhibit I haven't seen yet or something. Once I figured out what I needed to reward myself for hard work I made sure to regularly build it into my schedule.
80 weeks ago

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