Jeremiah Bourque
Brazen careerist
Where ambitious young professionals connect and grow
Already a member?
Welcome to Brazen Careerist!
Jeremiah Bourque is using Brazen Careerist to share ideas. Join now to become a member and start networking with Jeremiah Bourque and other professionals just like you. Learn more.
All Activity
TOP IDEA:
Mehnaz Thawer
I have been chatting with a couple of friends who are considering Online Dating. I have no expertise in the area (and a few hangups about it too). They seem to think it's the wave of the future. What do others think out there? Any experience with it? Love it? Hate it?
Andrew Shell:
CCAP stands for "Consolidated Court Automation Programs" and if you live in WI you just go to MoreCCAP stands for "Consolidated Court Automation Programs" and if you live in WI you just go to http://wcca.wicourts.gov/
Basically it's a way to look up court cases. So you can look someone up in WI and see if they have been arrested, got speeding tickets, if they have been through a divorce, if they are a sex offender, etc. Basically anything that goes through the court system ends up on here. I suspect other states have similar websites.
Here is a page that has a directory from different states. http://bit.ly/hjmKfN
78 weeks ago
Basically it's a way to look up court cases. So you can look someone up in WI and see if they have been arrested, got speeding tickets, if they have been through a divorce, if they are a sex offender, etc. Basically anything that goes through the court system ends up on here. I suspect other states have similar websites.
Here is a page that has a directory from different states. http://bit.ly/hjmKfN
78 weeks ago
Mehnaz Thawer:
Ah, i see. Well that's a handy little website isn't it? I'll have to let folks know if there is a Canadian equivalent. There should be...(one ...MoreAh, i see. Well that's a handy little website isn't it? I'll have to let folks know if there is a Canadian equivalent. There should be...(one would think). Thanks for clarifying!
78 weeks ago
78 weeks ago
Michael Dvorscak
What is strategy?
Nidal:
strategy is how you achieve your long term goal by navigating through ambiguity. it is the plan that you follow and adapt to by utilizing all the ...Morestrategy is how you achieve your long term goal by navigating through ambiguity. it is the plan that you follow and adapt to by utilizing all the information and tools you can gather from the micro and macro environment you are in.
a plan of action designed to achieve a goal...
93 weeks ago
a plan of action designed to achieve a goal...
93 weeks ago
Michael Dvorscak:
Very interesting posts. I think it is fair to say that strategy (good, bad or indifferent) contains many of the attributes listed above.
I would ...MoreVery interesting posts. I think it is fair to say that strategy (good, bad or indifferent) contains many of the attributes listed above.
I would completely agree that the "desired reality" has to be clear. Lack of clarity seems to be a large stumbling block for many organizations.
I also think that "action" in strategy has to be emphasized. If I were to ask a follow-up question. It would be "how is strategy developed?"
78 weeks ago
I would ...MoreVery interesting posts. I think it is fair to say that strategy (good, bad or indifferent) contains many of the attributes listed above.
I would completely agree that the "desired reality" has to be clear. Lack of clarity seems to be a large stumbling block for many organizations.
I also think that "action" in strategy has to be emphasized. If I were to ask a follow-up question. It would be "how is strategy developed?"
78 weeks ago
steve taite
I found a great online photo and picture editor called pixlr at http://www.pixlr.com/editor/
It needs no installation and is great for creating pictures for your blog
Sadya Siddiqui recommended this
Ryan Paugh:
@Steve -- This is great thanks! I've been using Picnik, but the free tools are too basic. Pixlr is just what I needed!
98 weeks ago
98 weeks ago
Annabel Candy
Recommended resource for blogging tips and inspiration is Blogcast FM: http://blogcastfm.com/ They've interviewed interviewed illustrious bloggers like Leo Babauta, Pat Flynn and JD Roth. I've just been interviewed there too. It's an indredible resource for bloggers and entrepreneurs who want to win more business online.
Timothy Johnson III recommended this
Annabel Candy:
Glad to hear you're recovering. They're just a good series of interviews and intros with some great bloggers who've been there, done that. Always ...MoreGlad to hear you're recovering. They're just a good series of interviews and intros with some great bloggers who've been there, done that. Always good to learn how people get where they are in the hope of emulating their success!:)
98 weeks ago
98 weeks ago
Jeremiah Bourque:
Yes, I'll have to listen to those when I have the time later, and work on emulating or doing my own trailblazing.
98 weeks ago
98 weeks ago
Ryan Healy
Just did an interview with PBS Nightly News via Skype. I was a tad bit nervous at first, but it ended up going great! Check it out tomorrow night at 630 EST, and hopefully they put in the part about Brazen Careerist :)
99 weeks ago from Personal Branding, GenYChat and Entrepreneurs1 more
Ryan Paugh, Rebecca Thorman, Elysa Rice, Ashley A. Reed, PHR, Patrick Pho, Chris Paugh, Bryon Ownby, Ty Unglebower and Jamie Nacht Farrell and 6 others recommended this
Ryan Healy:
Hey all, here's a link to the show from last night! MoreHey all, here's a link to the show from last night! http://video.pbs.org/video/1534477220. It starts around the 21 minute mark.
99 weeks ago
99 weeks ago
Jeremiah Bourque
I'm looking to turn a book I've just completed, an expansion on Sun Tzu's "The Art of War," into something at least somewhat profitable, preferably with the most modern marketing techniques, since I plan to finish language learning books later and I need to get the process mastered one way or another. I realize it's a lot to ask suggestions for but, I thought this would be one of the better places for it. Thank you.
Melissa Breau:
That's a great first start (your first link) for a book proposal. They general have several more parts however. I'll post an outline of one in the ...MoreThat's a great first start (your first link) for a book proposal. They general have several more parts however. I'll post an outline of one in the next day or so on my website then come back and link to it. I think you may be wrong - I think you might be able to find a publisher (based on your summary).
121 weeks ago
121 weeks ago
Melissa Breau:
@Jeremiah - I wrote up the post on writing a book proposal as promised. Check it out here: More@Jeremiah - I wrote up the post on writing a book proposal as promised. Check it out here: http://mbreau.wordpress.com/2010/01/29/writing-a-book-proposal/
121 weeks ago
121 weeks ago
Jeremiah Bourque
I've finished my book on Sun Tzu's "The Art of War". It's not published, and frankly I've been so focused on finishing it, I don't have plans for what to do from here set in stone, but I'm looking at all my options.
Of course, it will be very much for the modern strategist. I'm considering keeping that as part of the title...
Amanda Fox:
That was a suggestion, but I was half asleep so it was badly formatted. :)
123 weeks ago
123 weeks ago
Jeremiah Bourque:
Well it's not like I think 'Sun Tzu for the Modern Strategist' is bad or anything. :) But, some people don't seem to know what a strategist is. ...MoreWell it's not like I think 'Sun Tzu for the Modern Strategist' is bad or anything. :) But, some people don't seem to know what a strategist is. Sheesh.
123 weeks ago
123 weeks ago
Jeremiah Bourque
Hello, if I may ask, does anyone here have advice on what to do with a book on Sun Tzu's "The Art of War" (expanding on the book and making it more accessible to the modern reader)? I've finished such a book, but the rest is uncharted territory and I'm not at all decided what to do with it exactly. Thanks, appreciated.
123 weeks ago from Book Shelf
Jeremiah Bourque:
I've done some blogging about it, but I'm not sure *how* blogging about a book works as a practical matter. I have a first chapter online for free ...MoreI've done some blogging about it, but I'm not sure *how* blogging about a book works as a practical matter. I have a first chapter online for free too but that was before I'd finished the book.
Anyone have a blog about a book to point to where I can see how that process works?
123 weeks ago
Anyone have a blog about a book to point to where I can see how that process works?
123 weeks ago
Isao Kato:
I heard that this person read the whole Oxford English dictionary and turned the ordeal into a book. Might work as a reference? MoreI heard that this person read the whole Oxford English dictionary and turned the ordeal into a book. Might work as a reference? http://ow.ly/X6UP
Also a news link:
http://news.bbc.co.uk/2/hi/uk_news/magazine/7654511.stm
122 weeks ago
Also a news link:
http://news.bbc.co.uk/2/hi/uk_news/magazine/7654511.stm
122 weeks ago
Tai Goodwin
On Career Makeover Strategies: My guest tomorrow (January 10th) will be Brilliant author - Debra Shigley. I'll be interviewing her about her book the Go-Getter Girl's Guide and tips for building a great career. Here's the link to listen live tomorrow, Sunday @ 9PM : http://www.blogtalkradio.com/taigoodwin/2010/01/11/the-go-getter-girls-g...
Jeremiah Bourque:
I'll try and listen - I used that site's tools for calendar reminding and notification. It's hard to find time for good things like this while I'm ...MoreI'll try and listen - I used that site's tools for calendar reminding and notification. It's hard to find time for good things like this while I'm finishing a book, but it sounds worth the effort. Looking forward to it.
123 weeks ago
123 weeks ago
Jeannie Chan:
just finished listening to it. it was good. great guest and great material. thanks!
123 weeks ago
123 weeks ago
Eric Marshall
I just posted an idea for this group in the forum. I do not believe that the forum posts go out to the whole group, so go check it out and see if you are interested in participating...with the Strategic Fox's approval of course :)
Jeremiah Bourque:
Sounds good to me.
One thing I realized in a funny way last night... reading a report on inadequacy of intel by US forces in Afghanistan, by a ...MoreSounds good to me.
One thing I realized in a funny way last night... reading a report on inadequacy of intel by US forces in Afghanistan, by a Gen. McChrystal aide... is that "know yourself" and "know your enemy" is usually treated too narrowly. Your stakeholders should be treated as an extension of yourself: as friendlies to be learned of to a deep, holistic degree. This helps reinforce a business acting like its stakeholders really are part of the business. (They are, but gotta act like it!)
124 weeks ago
One thing I realized in a funny way last night... reading a report on inadequacy of intel by US forces in Afghanistan, by a ...MoreSounds good to me.
One thing I realized in a funny way last night... reading a report on inadequacy of intel by US forces in Afghanistan, by a Gen. McChrystal aide... is that "know yourself" and "know your enemy" is usually treated too narrowly. Your stakeholders should be treated as an extension of yourself: as friendlies to be learned of to a deep, holistic degree. This helps reinforce a business acting like its stakeholders really are part of the business. (They are, but gotta act like it!)
124 weeks ago
Finished A World Undone: The Story of the Great War 1914 to 1918 - G.J. Meyer. I loved it, couldn't put it down and learned so much about a subject that I think my high school and college education skipped over basically completely. If you were ever curious about WWI I suggest you pick this up. Although, it doesn't really go into the peace negotiations in Paris in 1919. Therefore, I am currently reading Paris 1919 - Margaret MacMillan, which focuses solely on the peace negotiations.
124 weeks ago from Book Shelf
Jay Hepner:
WWI has always fascinated me. It was birthed by the births of so many ascendant technologies, and changed warfare--and our world-- forever. The ...MoreWWI has always fascinated me. It was birthed by the births of so many ascendant technologies, and changed warfare--and our world-- forever. The pics/films of that era are so redolent of all that. Fascinating.
And don't forget to read/re-read T.S. Eliot's "The Wasteland" after. A powerful response/commentary on post-WWI world.
124 weeks ago
And don't forget to read/re-read T.S. Eliot's "The Wasteland" after. A powerful response/commentary on post-WWI world.
124 weeks ago
:
Jeremiah - definitely look it up, its available on Amazon.com.
Jay - thanks for the recommendation.
124 weeks ago
124 weeks ago
Maria Gracia B. Ilagan
Hello everyone! Happy New Year! I just want to share my newly launch blog and perhaps solicit an advice from here. I am aiming to drive more traffic to my blog and of course to increase my PR to 4 within 3 months. I'm not sure though if that's possible. Any suggestion? I appreciate if you can take a look at my baby blog at http://www.learnhow2earn.net/ and any kind is welcome. Thanks!
Ryan Beale:
Hi Maria, It is not impossible to get a Google PR 4 w/ in 3 months, but it will take time and effort. I would recommend interacting w/ other ...MoreHi Maria, It is not impossible to get a Google PR 4 w/ in 3 months, but it will take time and effort. I would recommend interacting w/ other "learnhow2earn" type blogs, writing guest posts for them and doing your best to get quality inbound links. Links are the key for high google PR. http://www.howtomakemyblog.com/seo/how-i-got-my-blog-from-google-pageran... Good luck! -Ryan
124 weeks ago
124 weeks ago
Maria Gracia B. Ilagan:
Hi Ryan! Thanks for the great info! I really appreciate it. You got a very nice looking and informative blog. I subscribe to your blog. I ...MoreHi Ryan! Thanks for the great info! I really appreciate it. You got a very nice looking and informative blog. I subscribe to your blog. I know I can get many interesting topic from you. I really appreciate it. I'll try to follow your simple steps. Cheers!
124 weeks ago
124 weeks ago
Jeremiah Bourque
Free sample chapter for an eBook (that is not yet finished) called Sun Tzu for the Modern Strategist. (By yours truly.)
http://www.scribd.com/full/24580046?access_key=key-2ng1eags4j53qe9h466s
Lauren Shanks
Anyone seen Sherlock Holmes yet? Haven't heard anything, but am interested...
Jeremiah Bourque:
The critic buzz is, the lead actor did great, the plot was not so great. Audiences are liking it anyway. Holmes re-envisioned as an action hero to ...MoreThe critic buzz is, the lead actor did great, the plot was not so great. Audiences are liking it anyway. Holmes re-envisioned as an action hero to some degree too but, who isn't, these days?
125 weeks ago
125 weeks ago
Rebecca Thorman:
I saw it over the holidays, wasn't that impressed. My boyfriend and his parents weren't either. I'd rent it, not see it in the theater.
125 weeks ago
125 weeks ago
Jeremiah Bourque
Yes, some people mistake the cost of something for "the bottom line."
Jeremiah Bourque
For want of a free coke, the IPO failed. Fascinating:
http://entrepreneur.venturebeat.com/2009/12/22/can-a-single-bottle-of-so...
Andrew Shell:
Cool article Jeremiah! As an engineer although I haven't witnessed the specific instance of no more free soda, I have witnesses when a company ...MoreCool article Jeremiah! As an engineer although I haven't witnessed the specific instance of no more free soda, I have witnesses when a company changes and looses key talent. Sometimes companies are so focused on the bottom line that they miss the big picture.
125 weeks ago
125 weeks ago
Jeremiah Bourque
I wrote this (w/ editing assistance). Thoughts? http://technorati.com/lifestyle/travel/article/social-media-changing-the...
Jeremiah Bourque
What do you people think of this? I write it (w/ some friendly editing). http://technorati.com/lifestyle/travel/article/social-media-changing-the...
Jeremiah Bourque
Hi, I'm new here. I wrote a belated review of Star Trek (2009) on my blog. Among the things I'd like to do in life, one is being a real movie critic. If I was able to keep word count down to under 400 (hard for me, ha!) I could do things like that for a site like Technorati.com ... anyway, the blog is http://modernstrategist.wordpress.com/ and that's still the top post on it.
Kristina Summers
I decided I wanted to try and do something different with one of my blogs - based on an idea my son and I developed- we are letting our readers help us to develop the adventures of a magical car- Ms. truck said it was f***ing stupid during our live chat, but it seems to be catching on among kids 8-13 so I am moving forward anyway. Looking forward to a fun ride. :)
Jeremiah Bourque:
Hey, I'm not 8-13, I'm not the intended audience, so I wouldn't expect anyone to listen too much to what I said over it. If it works for the ...MoreHey, I'm not 8-13, I'm not the intended audience, so I wouldn't expect anyone to listen too much to what I said over it. If it works for the target audience. go with it.
126 weeks ago
126 weeks ago
Jessica Dickinson Goodman:
The nice thing about blogging is, if an idea doesn't pan out, all you've wasted is time and you will have gained invaluable experience blogging. ...MoreThe nice thing about blogging is, if an idea doesn't pan out, all you've wasted is time and you will have gained invaluable experience blogging. Have fun!
126 weeks ago
126 weeks ago
.thumbnail.jpg){kind=small}
Andrea V. Lewis
Who's on Twitter? I want to make a Brazeen Community List on my Twitter page. Please reply with your name so I can follow you and add you to my list.
Mine = @AndreaVLewis
Amanda Fox
Ryan Paugh asked for opinions on BC's invite letter:
-Current Letter-
"I'd like to add you to my network on Brazen Careerist.
Being a member allows me to share ideas with other professionals and make quality connections online. It's like a 24-7 professional networking event.
Join through this email and we'll automatically be connected."
It's too impersonal, and uses 'buzz words' that don't have any real meaning to most people.
What are your suggestions for improvement?
Amanda Fox:
I think what he was looking for was the appropiate change in tone. Hard to communicate, save through examples. :)
125 weeks ago
125 weeks ago
Jeremiah Bourque:
"Come join me at Brazen Careerist! At Brazen, we're not shy about networking with other professionals to share ideas, opinions, and intelligent ...More"Come join me at Brazen Careerist! At Brazen, we're not shy about networking with other professionals to share ideas, opinions, and intelligent conversation.
"Just click on the link and we're connected!"
How's that? I'd love to put something about the 500 character limit rather than 140 but, just because there's no limit to the above doesn't mean space isn't an issue.
125 weeks ago
"Just click on the link and we're connected!"
How's that? I'd love to put something about the 500 character limit rather than 140 but, just because there's no limit to the above doesn't mean space isn't an issue.
125 weeks ago
Jeremiah Bourque
Here's two thoughts on Brazen.
First, my group empowerment concept works best when the people running groups have the power to tweak/ tailor the group/ network environment for the members. Twitter, even, has some background uploading features, very basic.
Second, the "Read this author's blog." at the end of a post notice on Brazen doesn't fully convey the message that there's MORE that was not shown on Brazen..
Andrew Shell:
I think I found what you were talking about Jeremiah. If you click on a post from the network sidebar. I'll talk with folks on Monday, but I ...MoreI think I found what you were talking about Jeremiah. If you click on a post from the network sidebar. I'll talk with folks on Monday, but I think unless the post is featured, that should just link directly to their site and not the page on our site. It might be a bug.
126 weeks ago
126 weeks ago
Jeremiah Bourque:
Hmm, well if it's a bug I'm glad I mentioned it. As for customizing appearance, I didn't think it was in the pipe anyway, but I'm saying that ...MoreHmm, well if it's a bug I'm glad I mentioned it. As for customizing appearance, I didn't think it was in the pipe anyway, but I'm saying that broadly speaking, when you have someone distinctly in charge of managing a group, having some customization might be a draw for the site. But I wrote that without any knowledge of the technical details. That's why it's a thought. Thanks for reading!
126 weeks ago
126 weeks ago
Jeannie Chan
so... there are some hubs for CPGs (e.g. Chicago). But there are also a lot that are in random places. I work for one of those companies in the middle of nowhere. How do you expand your network?
Jeremiah Bourque:
My whole problem has been trying to build a small business from the middle of nowhere, so I'm interested in whatever thoughts others have on this, ...MoreMy whole problem has been trying to build a small business from the middle of nowhere, so I'm interested in whatever thoughts others have on this, too. Oh, and I've recently joined, nice to meet everyone.
127 weeks ago
127 weeks ago
Chad Cooper
I'm new here too, my blog is http://tech201.com. It's a site aimed at taking a computer user from beginner to intermediate, by explaining the basics and just-above basics of technology. It's not really a site for the already accomplished geek. I look forward to interacting with everyone and any questions or comments you might have.
Chad Cooper:
Thanks for the suggestions, it's nice to hear what people want to see. I added the About page, which includes a way to contact and ask questions: ...MoreThanks for the suggestions, it's nice to hear what people want to see. I added the About page, which includes a way to contact and ask questions: http://tech201.com/about
127 weeks ago
127 weeks ago
Jeremiah Bourque:
It's interesting. Jason does have an interesting point about writing headlines... and that style is highly appropriate for an "explanation" site.
127 weeks ago
127 weeks ago
Private Message
Facebook
LinkedIn
Following (73)
