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Rebecca Thorman
I don't know that I believe perfectionism is all that bad - like anything, it can get out of control, but I look at it as just another work style. Working in a start-up, one of my key lessons to learn was to sign off on something when it was "good enough." But I'm pretty sure I wouldn't have gotten hired had I not been so meticulous and results-oriented in my past positions. My boyfriend, on the other hand, has a more big-picture approach. I think the key is just to recognize your work style.
72 weeks ago from Perfectionist Rehab, Work/Life Blur, Productivity & Time-Management, Upstarts! and Entrepreneurs3 more
JRandom42:
There's no such thing as perfectionism out of control when writing and debugging software.
36 weeks ago
36 weeks ago
Heath Port:
To your point Rebecca, it is always good to have awareness of your work style, values, etc. It will help you gravitate to the type of work that ...MoreTo your point Rebecca, it is always good to have awareness of your work style, values, etc. It will help you gravitate to the type of work that will make you feel more fulfilled. To pretty much everyone else's point we all have points in our jobs where we may have to go against our style a bit to get the work done. Like your boyfriend I am more a of big picture guy myself and tend to get demotivated if I have to spend too much time down in the weeds, but throughout my career I've had to demonstrate that I could also focus on the detail every now and again to get things done. Otherwise I would just be floating around in the "idea space" and those ideas would never get executed. There is definitely a give and take there.
36 weeks ago
36 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.
Katrina Stanfield, Paul Blackwell, Tiffany, Doug Mitchell and Chris Paugh and 2 others recommended this
Peter Burgin
When it comes to resumes, do you think that functionality should be top priority, or should there be a mix of creativity in there too? I ask because most of what I was taught says to follow a standard format, but I want some flexibility in how I present the information. How much is too much?
75 weeks ago from MBA Careers & Jobs, Location Independent, Freelancing and Entrepreneurs2 more
Kim Luu:
Peter, my top choice as an employer is functionality.
I used to be an HR manager. No matter how hard you try, after reading hundreds of resumes ...MorePeter, my top choice as an employer is functionality.
I used to be an HR manager. No matter how hard you try, after reading hundreds of resumes a day, you want information fast and easy. Too much outside the norm means the resume gets pitched because the reader is too tired to dig out the info.
This is even more critical in a high unemployment period. I posted one position earlier this year and got 300 resume and emails in 48 hrs. It was overwhelming and the ones that stood out for me were those that understood the position and addressed what I would look for.
Creativity in a resume is more appropriate in the industry that requires a lot of art or creativity.
74 weeks ago
I used to be an HR manager. No matter how hard you try, after reading hundreds of resumes ...MorePeter, my top choice as an employer is functionality.
I used to be an HR manager. No matter how hard you try, after reading hundreds of resumes a day, you want information fast and easy. Too much outside the norm means the resume gets pitched because the reader is too tired to dig out the info.
This is even more critical in a high unemployment period. I posted one position earlier this year and got 300 resume and emails in 48 hrs. It was overwhelming and the ones that stood out for me were those that understood the position and addressed what I would look for.
Creativity in a resume is more appropriate in the industry that requires a lot of art or creativity.
74 weeks ago
May:
Depends on country and industry and company, what companies are you targeting with your CV / resume?
73 weeks ago
73 weeks ago
Sam Rye
I had a rather sweeping change in life - from Business/Marketing/Design to Environmental Conservation. How? Volunteering. It gave me the safety of trialling another industry and way of life, when no one would've paid me to get this experience. Has anyone else made a similar shift + how did you go about it?
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JRandom42:
The best thing to do for career change? Save money NOW. Because you'll never know when you need to rely on that financial cushion between careers!
74 weeks ago
74 weeks ago
Brittany Thompson:
@JRandom42 - good point, I agree! Although I also believe it's important to have a financial cushion at just about any stage in life. You never ...More@JRandom42 - good point, I agree! Although I also believe it's important to have a financial cushion at just about any stage in life. You never know what unexpected expenses might pop up!
74 weeks ago
74 weeks ago
Kristine Fetalco
What are your recommendations for good planners and other organization tools? I used a Franklin Covey planner that I really loved but discovered that this particular style had been discontinued. Currently in search for a good monthly/weekly planner and other organization tools.
Steven Swernofsky:
Barf. Use paper and don't let other people tell you how you're life should be organized! I used N different paper planners before I discovered ...MoreBarf. Use paper and don't let other people tell you how you're life should be organized! I used N different paper planners before I discovered that a double-spiral notebook did all the work I needed, and didn't cram my foot into the glass slipper that Stephen Covey likes best.
If you insist on an electronic gizmo (translation: a notebook that runs out of batteries and gets destroyed in the rain), use an iPad, Dropbox to keep files, and iWork to create them. You get maximum freedom to organize yourself, easy ability to transfer files, and access to the web. Also, it's so damn expensive you'll be sure not to lose it.
That's my 2 cents.
75 weeks ago
If you insist on an electronic gizmo (translation: a notebook that runs out of batteries and gets destroyed in the rain), use an iPad, Dropbox to keep files, and iWork to create them. You get maximum freedom to organize yourself, easy ability to transfer files, and access to the web. Also, it's so damn expensive you'll be sure not to lose it.
That's my 2 cents.
75 weeks ago
Jamie Wilson:
@Steven: Notebooks get destroyed in the rain, too, but they're much more difficult to backup and sync with other tools. I agree, though, that ...More@Steven: Notebooks get destroyed in the rain, too, but they're much more difficult to backup and sync with other tools. I agree, though, that people should choose the tools that work best for them. Everyone's situation is different.
I grew tired of hefting around a big fat planner and instead opted to have a system that I can have on my computer when in front of the computer and in my pocket when I'm on the go--all without having to put in any additional effort to keep things synched.
75 weeks ago
I grew tired of hefting around a big fat planner and instead opted to have a system that I can have on my computer when in front of the computer and in my pocket when I'm on the go--all without having to put in any additional effort to keep things synched.
75 weeks ago
Elysa Rice
I wanted to get some thoughts on naming conventions for Twitter accounts for companies with multiple twitter folks. We are debating - @Company_FirstName or @Company_Region. We currently have @CompanyCity but this isn't scalable with where we are going next. Thoughts?
78 weeks ago from Social Media, Brazen Careerists on Twitter, Community Managers, PR & New Media and New Media Marketing3 more
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Elysa Rice:
we ended up going with CompanyFirst - so my new work twitter is @BizzyElysa -- I like it!
76 weeks ago
76 weeks ago
Benny Luo:
I say buy every single one of them and decide later once you get more focus on the type of demographic you want your company to target.
MoreI say buy every single one of them and decide later once you get more focus on the type of demographic you want your company to target.
http://www.twitter.com/bennyluo
76 weeks ago
MoreI say buy every single one of them and decide later once you get more focus on the type of demographic you want your company to target.
http://www.twitter.com/bennyluo
76 weeks ago
Ty Unglebower
Unless it is an unusually subdued and high class joint, I am basically never going to attend any kind of networking event that takes place at a bar. This happens quite a bit, especially when interesting organizations are trying to find and meet new people, but i have a hard enough time with such events without the noise and shenanigans of a standard bar setting. I like to meet new people in quiet, controlled environments.
85 weeks ago from Networking Tips, Washington D.C. and Baltimore Brazen1 more
Mehul Kar:
Anywhere where there is food, I'm kind of screwed. I can't focus on people when there is delicious food around.
Loud bars are not ideal either. ...MoreAnywhere where there is food, I'm kind of screwed. I can't focus on people when there is delicious food around.
Loud bars are not ideal either. Lounges are OK.
84 weeks ago
Loud bars are not ideal either. ...MoreAnywhere where there is food, I'm kind of screwed. I can't focus on people when there is delicious food around.
Loud bars are not ideal either. Lounges are OK.
84 weeks ago
John Chen:
I suppose it depends on your goals for the networking event. Almost every networking related event I've been to (minus conferences) has taken ...MoreI suppose it depends on your goals for the networking event. Almost every networking related event I've been to (minus conferences) has taken place at a bar setting - ASAE, YNPNdc, Social Media Club, Tweetups, etc) and I've found them to be much more conducive to meeting new people. The environment is more relaxed and everyone there just wants to meet new people. People focus less on creating new business or selling products/services and just want to build more relationships. I also think it's part of the organizer's job to ensure they select bars/places that are appropriate for networking. I find sit-down/more structured networking events to be very rigid and artificial.
83 weeks ago
83 weeks ago
John Chen
joined the group Austin Texas
85 weeks ago
John Chen
I've entered a video into the Taste of Archstone Cooking demo contest. Please help me win by "liking" my video with a "Thumbs Up" at http://bit.ly/ChenCanCook. All you need to do is view the video and click Thumbs Up, it's that simple! Help the local DC guy win!
Grand prize is a 3 day trip to Napa Valley (my home state) or a cash prize of $4500.
John Chen
I've entered a video into the Taste of Archstone Cooking demo contest. Please help me win by "liking" my video with a "Thumbs Up" at http://bit.ly/ChenCanCook. All you need to do is view the video and click Thumbs Up, it's that simple!
Grand prize is a 3 day trip to Napa Valley (my home state) or a cash prize of $4500.
John Chen
I've entered a video into the Taste of Archstone Cooking demo contest. Please help me win by "liking" my video with a "Thumbs Up" at http://bit.ly/ChenCanCook. All you need to do is view the video and click Thumbs Up, it's that simple!
Grand prize is a 3 day trip to Napa Valley (my home state) or a cash prize of $4500.
John Chen
I've entered a video into the Taste of Archstone Cooking demo contest. Please help me win by "liking" my video with a "Thumbs Up" at http://bit.ly/ChenCanCook. All you need to do is view the video and click Thumbs Up, it's that simple!
Grand prize is a 3 day trip to Napa Valley (my home state) or a cash prize of $4500.
John Chen
joined the groups Social Media, Web 2.0, Boston, Online Media Jobs, Graphic Design, Non-Profit Management, Photography, Brazen Foodies and We're Hiring7 more
96 weeks ago
John Chen
I'm organizing a Social Media Summit w/ the local chapter of YNPN on Aug 6. It's a full day summit of real-world practical education sessions and discussion on social media. Nonprofit professionals from the ground floor of their organization's social media operations will talk about what they're doing to "socialize" their operations to achieve results. We'll be featuring speakers from AARP, USA TODAY, Rock the Vote, Convio, ASAE, Global Giving, & others. For more info visit http://bit.ly/9g78NH
John Chen
I'm organizing a Social Media Summit w/ the local chapter of YNPN on Aug 6. It's a full day summit of real-world practical education sessions and discussion on social media. Nonprofit professionals from the ground floor of their organization's social media operations will talk about what they're doing to "socialize" their operations to achieve results. We'll be featuring speakers from AARP, USA TODAY, Rock the Vote, Convio, ASAE, Global Giving, & others. For more info visit http://bit.ly/9g78NH
John Chen
I'm organizing a Social Media Summit w/ the local chapter of YNPN on Aug 6. It's a full day summit of real-world practical education sessions and discussion on social media. Nonprofit professionals from the ground floor of their organization's social media operations will talk about what they're doing to "socialize" their operations to achieve results. We'll be featuring speakers from AARP, USA TODAY, Rock the Vote, Convio, ASAE, Global Giving, & others. For more info visit http://bit.ly/9g78NH
John Chen
Not sure if I totally agree here - Gen Y chained to their desks and loving it #genychat #brazen http://bit.ly/aTrmYe
98 weeks ago from
John Chen
Gen-Y's face tough choice between entrepreneurship and corporate world #brazen #genychat http://bit.ly/9GUdBx
98 weeks ago from
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John Chen
Is anyone going to the www.metrocooking.com show/expo this weekend?
John Chen
One of my favorite chicken recipes http://bit.ly/1XS7KL
JR Moreau
I'm a huge fan of the bottled curry sauces sold at Trader Joes. So good for stirfries and you don't need to buy $500 worth of rare spices
Emily Jasper:
I've slowly added to my spices one-by-one each trip to the store, you can then get the quick fix and financially afford the gourmet approach
137 weeks ago
137 weeks ago
Erin Murtagh:
Even the best chefs use shortcuts! For thai curry I like to use a curry paste and cocunut milk...tastes even better than the TJ sauces.
137 weeks ago
137 weeks ago
John Chen
Is anyone else going to join us for happy hour this thursday?
John Chen:
Move out to DC. . I'm sure you can work remotely. Besides, the winters aren't as bad out here.
147 weeks ago
147 weeks ago
Ryan Healy:
I used to live in Courthouse (Arlington). I loved the winters out there...
147 weeks ago
147 weeks ago
Nisha Chittal
Ok awesome! What date works best for people? I'm thinking Thursday the 9th-- how does that sound? Any venue suggestions?
John Chen:
Thursday, the 9th works for me! Clydes, Beacon Hotel, Local 16, Marvin, Common Wealth, Rocket Bar, Bar Louie, The Big Hunt
151 weeks ago
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