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Ryan Paugh
Hey Austin! At Olga's request we're going to create a #Brazen Twitter List for all of the fine people down in/around Austin, TX. Leave your Twitter ID below and we'll start building the list tomorrow morning!
97 weeks ago from Austin Texas
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Josh Thomas
Does anyone here still have their team left in the playoffs?
83 weeks ago from Baseball
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Josh Thomas
joined the group Brazen Reads - Virtual Book Club
95 weeks ago
Josh Thomas
What are everyone's thoughts on the season so far? A no-no AND a perfect game thus far..
105 weeks ago from Baseball
Eva Padilla:
Well, as a Braves fan, not so good. Atlanta's pitching has been horrendous and the offense has been abysmal at best.The no-no by Ubaldo Jimenez ...MoreWell, as a Braves fan, not so good. Atlanta's pitching has been horrendous and the offense has been abysmal at best.The no-no by Ubaldo Jimenez was disappointing and embarassing. Bobby Cox is a good coach but hopefully his retirement is an opportunity for a breath of fresh air. We'll see what the rest of the season brings. But other than, the season has been entertaining. Too bad the All-Star game remains in AZ. GO BRAVES!!
105 weeks ago
105 weeks ago
Jerry McKennan:
So far so good, being a Tigers fan. I think we have out performed the expectations that others had set for us. Unfortunate we had to send down our ...MoreSo far so good, being a Tigers fan. I think we have out performed the expectations that others had set for us. Unfortunate we had to send down our No. 2/3 pitcher and starting 2nd baseman already.
As for the rest of the league, I think it's going really good. Glad to see teams like the Rays, Padres and Reds leading their respective divisions instead of what you typically see. Also glad to see teams take a more balanced team in terms of speed and power. That makes for a much more interesting game.
105 weeks ago
As for the rest of the league, I think it's going really good. Glad to see teams like the Rays, Padres and Reds leading their respective divisions instead of what you typically see. Also glad to see teams take a more balanced team in terms of speed and power. That makes for a much more interesting game.
105 weeks ago
Josh Thomas
Anyone follow the Winter Meetings? There seems to be plenty of rumors going around now that they're finished.
127 weeks ago from Baseball
Megan Ogulnick:
I was at the Winter Meetings..Incredible time. But you're right, seems to be a lot more going on now than while I was there!
127 weeks ago
127 weeks ago
Kelsey Balcaitis
Anyone been to SXSW tech before? I am looking into going this coming year, but am interested in hearing some opinions about it.
Josh Thomas:
I didn't realize people actually went to the Domain. I thought it was typically avoided like the plague or other unsavory things.
128 weeks ago
128 weeks ago
TOP IDEA:
Andrew Shell
"In wanting to understand his reactions to things, he may treat himself, even his own thoughts, as subjects for experiment."
Andrew Shell:
I think the types most prone to being Brazen are ones with the combo of iNtuition (N) and Thinking (T). MoreI think the types most prone to being Brazen are ones with the combo of iNtuition (N) and Thinking (T). http://bit.ly/cLSCY
134 weeks ago
134 weeks ago
Andrew Shell:
The types that have groups on the site are INTP, INFJ, INTJ, ENFP, ENTJ and ENTP. No Sensing (S), all iNtuition (N).
134 weeks ago
134 weeks ago
Greg M. Schwartz
anyone else going to see the Black Crowes @ Stubbs tonight?
Josh Thomas:
Greg, do you hang around the local music scene? If so, where can I find more info? I'm always up for meeting new people and finding some new music ...MoreGreg, do you hang around the local music scene? If so, where can I find more info? I'm always up for meeting new people and finding some new music in the area.
128 weeks ago
128 weeks ago
Greg M. Schwartz:
Hey Josh,
I do indeed hang around the local music scene, aiming to get a new band together too. Info is all over, what kind of music are you ...MoreHey Josh,
I do indeed hang around the local music scene, aiming to get a new band together too. Info is all over, what kind of music are you into? There's a local band I am friends with called Fatback Circus that is playing this Saturday 12/19 at the Belmont, highly recommended. Not only do they rock out in a fun way, they drew a lot of cute girls to their show last week at the Lucky Lounge
127 weeks ago
I do indeed hang around the local music scene, aiming to get a new band together too. Info is all over, what kind of music are you ...MoreHey Josh,
I do indeed hang around the local music scene, aiming to get a new band together too. Info is all over, what kind of music are you into? There's a local band I am friends with called Fatback Circus that is playing this Saturday 12/19 at the Belmont, highly recommended. Not only do they rock out in a fun way, they drew a lot of cute girls to their show last week at the Lucky Lounge
127 weeks ago
Greg M. Schwartz
Austin job market doesn't seem any better to me than anywhere else, but guess that's part of the whole national economy being in the dumper
Josh Thomas:
Yeah, I don't think Austin is as recession-proof as people here in Austin may suggest. It's just about keeping your head up.
134 weeks ago
134 weeks ago
Philippe Mesritz:
Per Business week, ATX is 2nd in the Nation for "strongest" economically. I'm not sure that I fully agree with it, although we are definitely ...MorePer Business week, ATX is 2nd in the Nation for "strongest" economically. I'm not sure that I fully agree with it, although we are definitely more stable than a lot of the places around the country.
http://tinyurl.com/yfsugzo is the article, sourced via MSN.
134 weeks ago
http://tinyurl.com/yfsugzo is the article, sourced via MSN.
134 weeks ago
Josh Thomas
What does everyone do? I think it's great to see what people to do in relation to what they're "supposed" to do according to their MB type.
138 weeks ago from ENTPs
Amanda Christianson:
Architect, but considering jumping ship and trying something new out entirely. (So much for 6 years of architectural education!)
122 weeks ago
122 weeks ago
Kelly Seiler:
Electrical Engineer... working at a defense contractor on an unmanned plane
118 weeks ago
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Shannon Hulsey
When I was working corporate, I was ENTP perfectly. The more time I have off, the more I drift toward ENFP. Anyone else drift like this?
139 weeks ago from ENTPs
Tala Abejo Nabong:
I've been away from work for a while and I've become quite ESTP (from ENTP). I guess stuff like that can affect people.
135 weeks ago
135 weeks ago
Joshua Waldman
I made a short video resume. Would love to get your feedback! http://sn.im/rm1f51
Jake DeVries:
This needs to be much stronger, your videographer needs to know what the end game is so they can get money shots! I can tell you've got it!
141 weeks ago
141 weeks ago
Josh Thomas
What do you all think of performance incentives for educators? If in favor, how would you implement? What would you focus on? If not, why?
142 weeks ago from Education
Melanie Duppins:
I believe in performance incentives in theory -- if they're based on smart, multifaceted evaluations -- not based on an increase in student scores ...MoreI believe in performance incentives in theory -- if they're based on smart, multifaceted evaluations -- not based on an increase in student scores alone (although scores should be a facet). I also think that it would be hard to implement these incentives in practice across the board, due to the unique challenges of teachers in different communities.
131 weeks ago
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Darrell Pharmer:
This is a very tricky question. Increasing students performance is very important but if we focus only on this then we lose sight of why we ...MoreThis is a very tricky question. Increasing students performance is very important but if we focus only on this then we lose sight of why we choose to be educators. We always want our kids to do there best but if performance is the key to a teacher's pay then it becomes nothing more than a sales job. We need to take all the variables into consideration in order to actually promote some kind of performance based incentive.
131 weeks ago
131 weeks ago
Josh Thomas
The groups are starting to really pile up and some are overlapping. Can be a little tough to follow or find new ones. Any relief in sight?
Ryan Paugh:
Hey Josh, I have a plan in the works. Next week we will start reaching out to group admins and try to merge some duplicate groups on Brazen.
142 weeks ago
142 weeks ago
Amanda Fox:
I'm happy to hear that, Ryan. I was wondering how many location groups we'd have for a single place.
142 weeks ago
142 weeks ago
Vanessa Alvarado:
It's very helpful for establishing connections, finding leads, and audience for your blog. It's where the people are, it's fast, & it works.
142 weeks ago
142 weeks ago
Jay Neely
Create accountability (w/o confrontation) by showing what you, and others, have accomplished, vs what he has. Track how time is being spent.
Jay Neely:
Think we disagree from: I feel like executives are accountable to their company; you seem to feel like they're only accountable to a boss.
141 weeks ago
141 weeks ago
Jay Neely:
In any case, everyone should see the Hawthorne Effect: MoreIn any case, everyone should see the Hawthorne Effect: http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Hawthorne_effect - Measuring productivity improves it.
141 weeks ago
141 weeks ago
Mike Valera
I launched a startup about a week ago & I'd love to get some feedback from everyone. Might be of use to u too. http://www.myvoxtopia.com
Josh Thomas:
Mike, I'm with Taisa on this one. Seems like a little bit of clutter. Also, put up top why I should want this. I shouldn't have to scroll.
142 weeks ago
142 weeks ago
Mike Valera:
Thank you both on the feedback. Working on a few improvements based on yours & other suggestions. Should be updated soon.
141 weeks ago
141 weeks ago
Josh Thomas
I've been looking to get a good set of these and get out of the gym. Anyone know of a good place online that doesn't cost too much?
143 weeks ago from Kettlebells
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Depends on where you live. IMO the best is Dragon Door. Solid casting with thick handles, but a bit more expensive. Ader is the cheapest.
143 weeks ago
143 weeks ago
Jay Neely
"Recent Group Activity" needs to be more relevant. Weird to see a Web Startup member's comment on a post about dating from someone's blog.
Ryan Paugh:
I actually think it's interesting to see what else people are talking about on the site. But maybe I'm wrong. What does everyone else think?
143 weeks ago
143 weeks ago
Josh Thomas:
I like to see how members interact in different groups. I could do without the 60 emails, but I like following all of it.
143 weeks ago
143 weeks ago
Josh Thomas
For any entrepreneurs in Austin, check out 9/3 unSummit. Chris Brogan will be speaking there. http://tinyurl.com/lfrmou
Hasan Luongo
now getting massive amount of emails from all the user comments, big time expereince fail, hope you knock it out right away.
Ryan Paugh:
Nathan, we'll make a formal announcement when we implement new notification tools.
143 weeks ago
143 weeks ago
Caitlin Fitzsimmons:
@Hasan That depends on your settings. I agree the default should probably be to have it turned off, or it should be part of sign-up.
143 weeks ago
143 weeks ago
Megan Ogulnick
Questions-Does a player create his reputation or does the media? How does the media affect a reputation? Is it all the player? Thoughts?
143 weeks ago from Baseball
Josh Thomas:
Player creates rep by how he interacts with media. More outgoing = better rep. It's like what we all do, branding and community management.
143 weeks ago
143 weeks ago
Ben Smithee
Alright TX help us out and show our Gen-Y Panel some support - http://bit.ly/L7bSo It's me, @Sydneyowen @Elysa @NishaChittal & @PaughGinney
Josh Thomas:
It's funny, but in all my time in Austin, I've never been to SXSW. Looking forward to this. Good luck, guys.
142 weeks ago
142 weeks ago
Josh Thomas
Looking to get started in blogging, but what's the big diff between WP and typepad? Any significant pros or cons for either?
Josh Thomas:
I've looked mostly at wordpress.com since I don't have a web host. What do you recommend?
143 weeks ago
143 weeks ago
Andrew Norcross:
I'd go for Wordpress.com for now. That way, if / when you want to move over to a self-hosted Wordpress.org blog, you can easily move content
143 weeks ago
143 weeks ago
Hoon Park
Hello, everyone! Saw BC on TechCrunch and looking forward to learning more about this community. I work for OtherInbox in Austin!
Hoon Park:
The cure for email overload! Point OIB at your Gmail or Y!Mail account and leave your inbox for messages from real people. MoreThe cure for email overload! Point OIB at your Gmail or Y!Mail account and leave your inbox for messages from real people. www.oib.com
143 weeks ago
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