Jessica Dickinson Goodman
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Kristie Lorette:
I do. I create an editorial calendar for the entire year for my blog. For the most part, I do stick to the topics. Obviously, new topics pop up, ...MoreI do. I create an editorial calendar for the entire year for my blog. For the most part, I do stick to the topics. Obviously, new topics pop up, so I may have to juggle, delete and add. Having the editorial calendar helps me to avoid wasting a lot of time trying to figure out what I should write about when I should be writing!
37 weeks ago
37 weeks ago
Angela DuBois:
I keep a notebook with ideas in it. I also write on my Live Journal about what's pops into my head. Difficult in a non-writing job environment.
37 weeks ago
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Juha Liikala
Facebook related question:
Do you read updates (http://www.facebook.com/home.php?sk=updates) that fan pages send you?
As far as I know, the only way to send a message directly to fan page members is through updates (not as messages) and these messages goes to the members updates folder (which can be hard to find). Do you think updates is useless or do you actually read them? If you have your own fan page, do you message your users through updates?
Cheers!
- Juha
69 weeks ago from Generation Y Marketers, New Media Marketing, Social Media Marketers, Gen-Y Professional Bloggers and Blogging Ideas3 more
Jessica Dickinson Goodman:
I read them as often as I read news from my friends--which is not terribly often. However, for organizations I know to produce regular and ...MoreI read them as often as I read news from my friends--which is not terribly often. However, for organizations I know to produce regular and thoughtful content I will go to their fan pages to check in on them
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69 weeks ago
Elysa Rice:
I'd like to say that I read them since I do work in the industry and I know the frustration of trying to get customers to read the marketing ...MoreI'd like to say that I read them since I do work in the industry and I know the frustration of trying to get customers to read the marketing material. BUT I forget about updates frequently so I usually read/skim them once a month or so.
Elizabeth when you click on view all fans as an admin your only option is to make those fans an Admin so there's not even an easy way to friend request fans (which I wouldn't recommend)
69 weeks ago
Elizabeth when you click on view all fans as an admin your only option is to make those fans an Admin so there's not even an easy way to friend request fans (which I wouldn't recommend)
69 weeks ago
Jessica Dickinson Goodman
An event I designed and coordinated this past summer was just nominated for a national award--check it out! http://www.stayclassy.org/classy-awards?city_id=19
Jessica Dickinson Goodman became a fan of U.S. Department of State
80 weeks ago
Jessica Dickinson Goodman
Having fun as Careerimp's Communications Manager.
Jessica Dickinson Goodman
How did everyone get excited about personal finance? I went from zero-interest to significant interest when a good friend interned at Wesabe 2 summers ago, and then fell in love when I started sing Wesabe.
Jessica Dickinson Goodman
Hey all, this may be awkward, but is anyone/does anyone on this list know a social media consultant who could help a friend of a friend promote a new book with a website, some communications management, and a little online networking?
The client is an immigration litigator, the job is paid, but she wants to work with someone in Boston. Please friend/message me privately if you/someone you know is interested. Thanks!
103 weeks ago from Boston
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I know quite a few people in Boston area that could assist you. Please contact me if you like.
103 weeks ago
103 weeks ago
Jessica Schanberg
What do you do with your ego, your hurt ego, when no one comments, but you know there are readers out there? How do you get comments or feedback AND how do you deal with that feeling of being alone out there?
Jessica Schanberg:
@paulmacp While I understand your pont, my objective as a blogger is to write down what I honestly feel about a topicand sometimes that is ...More@paulmacp While I understand your pont, my objective as a blogger is to write down what I honestly feel about a topicand sometimes that is controversial, but usually it's just sincere and I'm not trying to incite a debate necessarily. It's something to think about. @sadya I use googleanalytics to check my visitor counts.
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101 weeks ago
Sadya Siddiqui:
Jessica , how about putting a poll on some topic or what about putting a mini-form that just asks for the readers name&email. I'm throwing ...MoreJessica , how about putting a poll on some topic or what about putting a mini-form that just asks for the readers name&email. I'm throwing these ideas at you 'coz i'm gonna be trying this stuff for my blog too. i haven't worked seriously on my blog as yet , I'm shortlisting a few ideas & sprucing up my profile a bit. i suggest u try (i dunno how) to put a form at the START/TOP of the blog. I'm suggesting this because my day job is lead generation via online mktg and a form on ur own site is tried&tested formula.
101 weeks ago
101 weeks ago
Rowena Briones
I have a question similar to Jeannie's...well, sort of. For some time I have been thinking of starting a blog. What's holding me back is that as a full-time student/part-time professional I'm afraid I won't have enough time to regularly post. Does anyone have any tips/advice on finding time to write? Should I just forget my inhibitions and go for it? Any help would be greatly appreciated!
Jeannie Chan:
My quote on this site: "Anything worthwhile doing is worthwhile doing lousy...wait until you can do it perfectly... you run the risk of not doing ...MoreMy quote on this site: "Anything worthwhile doing is worthwhile doing lousy...wait until you can do it perfectly... you run the risk of not doing it." Ries/Trout
I guess the relevant question is what harm would come if you did end up not keeping up with it?
104 weeks ago
I guess the relevant question is what harm would come if you did end up not keeping up with it?
104 weeks ago
Jessica Dickinson Goodman:
I agree with Vicki--start small and keep it private. Perhaps do what the president of the EU does and blog in Haiku:
MoreI agree with Vicki--start small and keep it private. Perhaps do what the president of the EU does and blog in Haiku:
http://hermanvanrompuy.typepad.com/haiku/
Or take photos of your surroundings--as long as you're telling a story, you're promoting a piece of your brand.
Another trick is writing in series. A friend is writing a week of responses to the cultural, gendered and political aspects of Valentines Day (she's a theatrical director). You'll want to choose a series topic you like :-D
103 weeks ago
MoreI agree with Vicki--start small and keep it private. Perhaps do what the president of the EU does and blog in Haiku:
http://hermanvanrompuy.typepad.com/haiku/
Or take photos of your surroundings--as long as you're telling a story, you're promoting a piece of your brand.
Another trick is writing in series. A friend is writing a week of responses to the cultural, gendered and political aspects of Valentines Day (she's a theatrical director). You'll want to choose a series topic you like :-D
103 weeks ago
Siblee
It's true everything has to be perfect Neeraj. If I submit a lot of application how will I know if it had reached? Ever since I graduated high school I've been submitting application everywhere no response from anyone. I have never worked for any one b/c I worked with my father in an electronic store and I have little experience. Any suggestion from any of you guys would be ok. Thanks
Jessica Dickinson Goodman:
Hey, the first step is to breath, and realize that a stranger will want to hire you. The next step is to find a way to market your ...MoreHey, the first step is to breath, and realize that a stranger will want to hire you. The next step is to find a way to market your experience--whatever it is!
I just finished writing a resume for a friend who's resume is limited to one company and I helped him profile relevant class projects to pitch as experience.
So, brainstorm about what you might have done which looks like the experience your potential employer wants (side projects, language acquisition, volunteer-work, school projects).
104 weeks ago
I just finished writing a resume for a friend who's resume is limited to one company and I helped him profile relevant class projects to pitch as experience.
So, brainstorm about what you might have done which looks like the experience your potential employer wants (side projects, language acquisition, volunteer-work, school projects).
104 weeks ago
Neeraj Bhushan:
Yes Jessica. You are very right. Meanwhile, may I earnestly request you to kindly review my profile here MoreYes Jessica. You are very right. Meanwhile, may I earnestly request you to kindly review my profile here http://neerajbhushan.com/about/ and suggest. May I believe you will spend some time for this stranger. Please mail the updated version of my profile on my mail id neerajbhushansingh@hotmail.com
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104 weeks ago
Dian Reid
Hi Kim, I agree with @Andrea. Seems like many here @ Brazen have a blog. It's what you put into it that makes you different from anyone else. If you don't have anything to say, or don't think a blog would benefit your business, then don't worry about it. But if you think you might have something to say, or that a blog would benefit your business in the slightest, give it a shot. Blogs are easy to set up. See if you like it and go from there. Whatever you do, just be you.
Renee Petro:
What is best place to get template for blog and do you need to purchase monthly space for it or is there a free option? How do you get a lot of ...MoreWhat is best place to get template for blog and do you need to purchase monthly space for it or is there a free option? How do you get a lot of people beyond your core FaceBook and Linked In and e-mail contacts to know you have a blog about _____topics with bio too?
Thanks. Renee
104 weeks ago
Thanks. Renee
104 weeks ago
Jessica Dickinson Goodman:
@Renee: I'm sure there are lots of opinions about the best blog-hosting services, but I've been working with Wordpress for 2.5 years and have been ...More@Renee: I'm sure there are lots of opinions about the best blog-hosting services, but I've been working with Wordpress for 2.5 years and have been consistently impressed (I have also worked on Blogger and TypePad, and Joomla for a custom blog, and am less impressed).
On how to grow a blogging community, tell people in person. If you're writing about an event, tell the speaker. If you're writing about a great restaurant, tell the manager. If you write well, they'll come back for more.
103 weeks ago
On how to grow a blogging community, tell people in person. If you're writing about an event, tell the speaker. If you're writing about a great restaurant, tell the manager. If you write well, they'll come back for more.
103 weeks ago
Jessica Dickinson Goodman
Question for the coaches: how do you keep faith and work apart? I am currently living in one of the most religious countries in the world, and recently started working closely with a clergy-member in a secular start-up. I feel I am being drawn into conversations about God constantly. How do I politely keep my faith to myself?
104 weeks ago from Ask A Coach
Caroline Ceniza-Levine:
Jessica, I agree with Kathy. Let your preference and boundary be known, and stick to it. Your colleague may not realize she has overstepped, as ...MoreJessica, I agree with Kathy. Let your preference and boundary be known, and stick to it. Your colleague may not realize she has overstepped, as you did mention you are in a religious area, so she may not know how you feel. Make sure you gently let her know whenever she oversteps in the short-term. It make take awhile for her to get in the habit of not discussing religion, if she's been used to it in the past.
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104 weeks ago
Jessica Dickinson Goodman:
Hey everyone, thanks for the great advice! Your affirms that I can keep faith and work apart politely. Thanks again!
103 weeks ago
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Donna Fenn
I need your help, everyone! I've just accepted a regular blogging gig (2x per week)at a big company. It's exciting, but unfamiliar territory for a long-form journalist like myself. So I'd love some advice from any of you bloggers out there on how to stay disciplined, where your inspiration comes from, and any other helpful tips you'd care to share. Thanks!
105 weeks ago from Upstarts!
Donna Fenn:
Hi everyone and thanks for all the advice. The blog debuted today: MoreHi everyone and thanks for all the advice. The blog debuted today: http://blogs.bnet.com/smb/?p=101. Sometime in the next month or so,the site will launch a new section for business owners and then my blog will be branded as "Alpha Dogs and Upstarts" and I'll have my own space on the site! I'll post on Mondays and Wednesdays, so take a look. Thanks again!
101 weeks ago
101 weeks ago
Donna Fenn
Hello everyone! Our group is growing nicely, but we've only heard from a fraction of you. If you haven't already, could I twist your arm to take minute to introduce yourself and tell us a little bit about what you'd like to get out of this group? Thanks!
106 weeks ago from Upstarts!
Brian Jensen:
Hey everyone! My name's Brian, I recently quite my job in wine sales to write a business plan for a very unique cafe concept that focuses on ...MoreHey everyone! My name's Brian, I recently quite my job in wine sales to write a business plan for a very unique cafe concept that focuses on freelancers in Southern California. While I sometimes miss the comfort of my old pay check, I'm truly learning something new every day that I would probably never know had I not taken this risk. Next task: finding investors...Ed, let's talk!
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Delta Waters:
hey! Delta here...I have been wanting to be a "solopreneur" since I sold pretty rocks to my friends in 5th grade. I am going live with my ...Morehey! Delta here...I have been wanting to be a "solopreneur" since I sold pretty rocks to my friends in 5th grade. I am going live with my (very-simple-yes-I-did-it-myself) website on 1 March to write resumes for grads and those with gaps in their work history. All my other biz ideas have stalled and so I am wanting to hear how 'yall move forward successfully in the business side of things. Since I have a "micro business" I wear many hats. As the Talking Heads sang, "How do I work this?" Thanks for all that you guys do. We rock!
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101 weeks ago
Caroline Ceniza-Levine
why career planning isn’t just for for jobseekers http://thinkasinc.com/career-coaching/career-planning-for-the-content-em... What activities related to career management do you do on a regular basis?
107 weeks ago from Ask A Coach
Cathy Dempsey:
Hi Raina,
I cannot argue with you wanting specialized and longer-view attention to your career goals and needs, and your frustration in not ...MoreHi Raina,
I cannot argue with you wanting specialized and longer-view attention to your career goals and needs, and your frustration in not getting that.
Nor would I dispute the fact that you get 'some version of "that's not what I do"' from coaches.
101 weeks ago
I cannot argue with you wanting specialized and longer-view attention to your career goals and needs, and your frustration in not ...MoreHi Raina,
I cannot argue with you wanting specialized and longer-view attention to your career goals and needs, and your frustration in not getting that.
Nor would I dispute the fact that you get 'some version of "that's not what I do"' from coaches.
101 weeks ago
Raina:
Thank you Cathy. I really appreciate your answer to me. You addressed my points and frustration. How does one go about finding a career coach ...MoreThank you Cathy. I really appreciate your answer to me. You addressed my points and frustration. How does one go about finding a career coach who helps with long-term career management? Aside from rapport, how would one go about really quantifying the coach's results? Would the coach know how to work with someone like me? Are the certifications really informative as to a coach's ability? How do you find someone who only works with certain types of people in a certain type of space? How do you NOT WASTE MONEY just trying on different coaches for size? I would have rather spent $3,000 on investments in my IRA or on a trip to attend a friend's wedding, but I decided to invest in coaching. We all only have a limited amount of dollars and there are tons of temptations/necessities competing for that dollar. Why would I go with a coach who condescends to me and makes me do all the legwork for my position when that's exactly the opposite of what I'm looking for? Career coaching is not like personal training at all. Whoever used that analogy is wrong. I have a lot of training in rhetoric, logic, and argumentation, so if someone is going to use a faulty analogy with me just to pooh pooh my ideas, then that type of communication will be handled by my logical and analytical mind and that person should not take it personally at all. I like to clean up errors in logic and reasoning.
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Stanley Lee
I have recently set up my Brazen Careerist profile here. I have basically gotten everything set up except the blog. I have set up a WordPress account, but running into a writer's block on what I want to blog about in public. I have a variety of topics that I could be blogging about, but hesitant talking about them at the moment. Do you have any general ideas on where to start before I further set up my WordPress?
Vanessa Alvarado:
Edit the terrible first draft! Take a break from it and return to it a few hours or even days later, you'll edit for a different perspective. Get ...MoreEdit the terrible first draft! Take a break from it and return to it a few hours or even days later, you'll edit for a different perspective. Get a friend to preview it, too, if desired.
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Stanley Lee:
Thanks. Just posted my first post. Looking forward to talk more about blogs later.
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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.
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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!
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Jessica Dickinson Goodman
If you could improve how job seekers prepare their resumes in 1 way, what would it be?
114 weeks ago from Ask A Coach
Caroline Ceniza-Levine:
Resumes -- the weight employers put on them, the look of them -- are heavily influenced by the jobs you target. Many jobseekers spend so much ...MoreResumes -- the weight employers put on them, the look of them -- are heavily influenced by the jobs you target. Many jobseekers spend so much time on a one-size-fits-all resume rather than getting to know their target employers better
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Jessica Dickinson Goodman:
Thank you everyone--that's exactly what I was looking for. Regardless of the format of your resume/CV (online, print, portfolio) I think lack of ...MoreThank you everyone--that's exactly what I was looking for. Regardless of the format of your resume/CV (online, print, portfolio) I think lack of job-specific optimization is a major problem. Thanks again!
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Jessica Dickinson Goodman
Possibly silly question: when you introduce yourself at parties, do you say "I'm a writer" or something else?
117 weeks ago from Copywriters
Jessica Dickinson Goodman
Is anyone here running their own consulting businesses?
Ted Thonus:
Cottonwood Communications is a consultant in the telecommunications space. We help business customers nationwide with their voice and data ...MoreCottonwood Communications is a consultant in the telecommunications space. We help business customers nationwide with their voice and data decisions. Are you happy with the Internet service you receive at your business?
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Ronald A. Hayes, C.P.M.:
I am struggling to start OTB Zolutionz, intended to be a firm which specializes in providing Purchasing, Sourcing, Supply Chain services to ...MoreI am struggling to start OTB Zolutionz, intended to be a firm which specializes in providing Purchasing, Sourcing, Supply Chain services to companies who lack the staff or the skills to accomplish critical tasks and projects.
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117 weeks ago
Trace Cohen
I was in Miami this weekend at the Summit Series (www.thesummitseries.com) and met some of the world's most influential and interesting people in the world that really inspired me!
Who is the coolest person you have met lately that really changed the way you think or truly inspired you?
Jessica Dickinson Goodman:
Maria Klawe, the President of Harvey Mudd. I was presenting at technical conference last month and she just wandered over to my poster and ...MoreMaria Klawe, the President of Harvey Mudd. I was presenting at technical conference last month and she just wandered over to my poster and chilled, drinking wine and asking some insightful questions. She lives in her body but has an active internal life. Definitely role-model.
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117 weeks ago
Trace Cohen:
She is a very interesting person, I'm glad that you got to meet her. Did you get any good insight out of her?
117 weeks ago
117 weeks ago
JP McDermott
Comment on blog posts, use press releases to publicize events you're attending or hosting, write your own blog and tweet your posts, refer to them in FB and LinkedIn and over time, you will rise in the page ranks. (That's my challenge right now - I share the name of a successful western bop recording artist on the east coast who is a master at his online presence and brand!)
I'd like other's ideas on how to improve web presence. Thanks!
Trace Cohen:
Interesting advice from Mike, never heard that before.
My advice is to continue what you're doing! SEO takes 3-6 months to kick in as Google ...MoreInteresting advice from Mike, never heard that before.
My advice is to continue what you're doing! SEO takes 3-6 months to kick in as Google doesn't gives you answers, it gives you controlled results!
If this doesn't work then I would recommend using another variation of your name, one that no one else has. It's the harsh reality but it is hard to fight celebrities online as they get a lot of press and link-backs.
117 weeks ago
My advice is to continue what you're doing! SEO takes 3-6 months to kick in as Google ...MoreInteresting advice from Mike, never heard that before.
My advice is to continue what you're doing! SEO takes 3-6 months to kick in as Google doesn't gives you answers, it gives you controlled results!
If this doesn't work then I would recommend using another variation of your name, one that no one else has. It's the harsh reality but it is hard to fight celebrities online as they get a lot of press and link-backs.
117 weeks ago
Jessica Dickinson Goodman:
I absolutely agree with Trace. Choosing a unique professional name is essential for the way search works today. Even being "J.P. McDermott" or ...MoreI absolutely agree with Trace. Choosing a unique professional name is essential for the way search works today. Even being "J.P. McDermott" or some other variant, if used consistently, will help you rise in the rankings.
The goal is not to have everything you have ever done under one name--just get 3-10 great websites show up using your "unique" name and have some of those (LI, BC, FB) refer to your older works under your other, less unique, name.
117 weeks ago
The goal is not to have everything you have ever done under one name--just get 3-10 great websites show up using your "unique" name and have some of those (LI, BC, FB) refer to your older works under your other, less unique, name.
117 weeks ago
Susie Kirkland
I think having a prof. headshot is so necessary that I am offering it as a service at the Prof Dev. conference I'm planning in Jan 2010.
Jessica Dickinson Goodman:
I felt a little silly the first time I posted my head show (originally taken for Opera auditions) but it helps me solidify my person brand so ...MoreI felt a little silly the first time I posted my head show (originally taken for Opera auditions) but it helps me solidify my person brand so much! Also, people recognize me from my blog now, and my first hit on Google image search isn't of last Halloween's Open Solaris costume :-D.
118 weeks ago
118 weeks ago
Trace Cohen:
Glad to see you control your Google results now! A great picture as you said really helps with recognition as everyone now has a face to associate ...MoreGlad to see you control your Google results now! A great picture as you said really helps with recognition as everyone now has a face to associate with all of your content.
118 weeks ago
118 weeks ago
Jason Unger
5 Unique Ways to Use Wordpress (Not as a Blog) http://bit.ly/ei2rq
Jessica Dickinson Goodman:
I love using wordpress to set up club websites, even small business websites. It's great if you want a simple site which focuses on rich content ...MoreI love using wordpress to set up club websites, even small business websites. It's great if you want a simple site which focuses on rich content over personalized graphic design.
116 weeks ago
116 weeks ago
Rebecca Thorman
Are you always blurring work into life, or do you sometimes blur life into work? Like, do you do personal things at work?
Daniel Hoang:
I finally found the perfect boss that only cares about outcomes. I can work anywhere, anytime, and anyhow as long as I get all my work done. That ...MoreI finally found the perfect boss that only cares about outcomes. I can work anywhere, anytime, and anyhow as long as I get all my work done. That really helps with managing personal life and aligning my most productive hours of the day with work.
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117 weeks ago
Werkaholic:
I feel like Jessica. I do only necessary personal things at werk but try to separate my chunks of time otherwise I feel like I need to make it up ...MoreI feel like Jessica. I do only necessary personal things at werk but try to separate my chunks of time otherwise I feel like I need to make it up all the time as I need to know that I have not ripped off the company (even though I have werked way more in the past that would make it up). But like Daniel said, in the end it is and should be just all about the deliverables.
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