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TOP IDEA:
Amy Ng
JOB SEEKERS: Feel free to start your own discussion if you want us to help you with a job search (by job type or location), or if you have questions about a specific position.
39 weeks ago from Citi
Lois Wilson, Chervay, Noel Rozny, Michael Rubino, Kareem Johnson, Rahul and Ramesh and 4 others recommended this
Lei Wang:
Hi Amy, me again. The number of the position that I have applied is "12007584-MBS Quantitative Analyst", so I wonder do I have any chance to get ...MoreHi Amy, me again. The number of the position that I have applied is "12007584-MBS Quantitative Analyst", so I wonder do I have any chance to get an interview? Cause I really really want to be. Thank you!
9 weeks ago
9 weeks ago
Chris Parker
Is "At Will" Employment a good thing or a bad thing? Does it help or hurt your chances to be hired, and is it a blanket for non-spoken discrimination? Would love to hear your thoughts
3 weeks ago from myFootpath
Christopher Walker:
At will just simply means working w/o a union or a legal binding contract doesnt it?
1 week ago
1 week ago
Zanea A. Taylor:
Almost every company has an at will policy. It means that both you and the company have the right to end employment at any time with or without ...MoreAlmost every company has an at will policy. It means that both you and the company have the right to end employment at any time with or without notice. Simply being at at will employer should have no bearing on the hiring practices. If you are looking into a current opportunity, you should read the description thoroughly to understand what type of position it is you are applying to (temp, contract, temp to hire, etc). Good luck.
1 week ago
1 week ago
Jesse Shy
I have a strategy for going into the weekend clearing my mind of work. What's yours? http://bit.ly/AlZGec
Benjamin Paul Schuman, Vickie Elmer and Best Brain Supplements recommended this
Jana Schuberth
Hello Brazeners, what is everybody up to? It's been too long since I've been here... Not interested in sharing any links or wisdom today, just want to say hi and see what's going on for you at the moment. Say hi back if you feel like it ;-)
JRandom42:
Not indispensible at all. Doing a lot of "knowledge tranfer", so the company can pass "the bus test" What would they do, if I was hit by a bus? :)
2 weeks ago
2 weeks ago
Cameron Plommer
What's your best in-person interview advice?
4 weeks ago from JobSTART 101, Career Changers, The Career Hot Seat! and Professional Development2 more
Nicole Bienfang:
Ask the receptionist to be scheduled last. Then you can ask the interviewer how their day went, ask what could have been better, not to mention ...MoreAsk the receptionist to be scheduled last. Then you can ask the interviewer how their day went, ask what could have been better, not to mention you will be fresh in their mind!
2 weeks ago
2 weeks ago
TOP IDEA:
Dana Leavy
How do you balance who you are behind the computer, and away from the desk? As a business owner and a fine artist, I find that it's far too easy for me to let my artistic interests slide when I get busy or involved with my work. But at the same time, I feel creatively inspired by the work I'm doing for myself, and sometimes that's fulfilling enough. Does your work or job support you as a person creatively and inspire you? http://www.aspyresolutions.com
62 weeks ago from Career Rocketeer, Entrepreneurs, Creatively Inspired and Brazen Careerists in New York City2 more
Kahlil Cometrose recommended this
JRandom42:
Well since my talents and skill are more scientific and technical as opposed to creative and artistic, it doesn't really matter to me otherwise.
46 weeks ago
46 weeks ago
Gil Elliot:
I've come to the conclusion that there is no such thing as a personal life and a "work" life.
2 weeks ago
2 weeks ago
TOP IDEA:
Edward Antrobus
I just took out a loan to pay for the part of the hospital bill that the insurance didn't cover. That sounds rediculous on so many levels. Would you have done the same?
http://bit.ly/xSQqSX
Edward Antrobus:
@Morana, That's a good idea. If the situation ever arises again (well for some other problem, I don't anticipate my gall-bladder growing back), I ...More@Morana, That's a good idea. If the situation ever arises again (well for some other problem, I don't anticipate my gall-bladder growing back), I will inquire. The bill provided three payment options. Pay in full immediately, pay in 4 payments, or get a loan. While the loan is through a local bank, it's actually written by the hospital.
We have an HSA as well, but also 6 other bills associated with this surgery. About a $1000 over and above what the insurance paid. Once the last of those bills is paid off, we will start using HSA funds to pay off the loan. My employer doesn't offer insurance and my wife's only offers high deductible plans. This was the first time we maxed out the deductible...or even a quarter of the deductible. So really, it was the first time it even felt like we had insurance.
@Robert, I doubt they would consider anyone with health insurance indigent. But thanks for the tip.
12 weeks ago
We have an HSA as well, but also 6 other bills associated with this surgery. About a $1000 over and above what the insurance paid. Once the last of those bills is paid off, we will start using HSA funds to pay off the loan. My employer doesn't offer insurance and my wife's only offers high deductible plans. This was the first time we maxed out the deductible...or even a quarter of the deductible. So really, it was the first time it even felt like we had insurance.
@Robert, I doubt they would consider anyone with health insurance indigent. But thanks for the tip.
12 weeks ago
Pete Sehgal:
Most importantly, you have your health and happiness. What's done is done! There is no reason to fret about now. However, if this situation comes ...MoreMost importantly, you have your health and happiness. What's done is done! There is no reason to fret about now. However, if this situation comes up again for you or someone you know, keep this in mind: I wouldn't have done what you did. You actually had the chance to negotiate the bill down, without providing any financial details. Furthermore, they can't charge you service fee or interest, therefore, you could have paid it in small payments, interest free.
6 weeks ago
6 weeks ago
Jim Armstrong
Hi all, What are your thoughts on holding a "career job" versus holding a number of jobs over the same period of time? I ask because I met a man last week, Dave Herman, who's goal is to work 100 jobs in 1 year's time. He's curious and adventurous at heart, but his parents (re: older generation) don't understand why he doesn't want a steady, full time gig. Here's a record of our conversation-> http://bit.ly/woReLn
13 weeks ago from Work/Life Blur and I am Gen Y
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oliver online:
In my own point of view, most people believe it to be a very demanding business and rightfully so.After all, it requires almost zero investment. ...MoreIn my own point of view, most people believe it to be a very demanding business and rightfully so.After all, it requires almost zero investment. However, that doesn’t mean there are no rewards.Financial freedom is not a buzzword that looks good only in books and magazines.It takes planning, creative thinking, and great determination, but it can be done with oliver online,simply make a decision and take action.
5 weeks ago
5 weeks ago
Noel Rozny
Are you/would you be Facebook friends with your boss? http://bit.ly/wMK0SW
16 weeks ago from myFootpath
Becky Benishek and Vickie Elmer recommended this
Chris Parker:
@Edward That line will never be able to be removed either, there is a bad things ahead for that girl
11 weeks ago
11 weeks ago
Dr. Woody
Starbucks Etiquette Violators! My article on those pesky patrons that can make working at Starbucks tough! Let me know what you think?
http://www.foxbusiness.com/personal-finance/2011/11/07/starbucks-etiquet...
28 weeks ago from Professional Development, Personal Development, Career Changers, Seattle Careerists and Brazen Careerists in New York City3 more
David Lee recommended this
JRandom42:
Kate, perhaps they think you're rude for wanting them to move. I mean, WHY should they give up their space just because your laptop needs to be ...MoreKate, perhaps they think you're rude for wanting them to move. I mean, WHY should they give up their space just because your laptop needs to be recharged? Sounds like it's YOUR personal problem to me, not a rudeness issue. Get an external battery pack and be done with it.
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28 weeks ago
Edward Antrobus:
@Noel, I agree. I never know what I want when I walk into a cafe or fast food resteraunt, which is why I always stand to the side and look at the ...More@Noel, I agree. I never know what I want when I walk into a cafe or fast food resteraunt, which is why I always stand to the side and look at the menu first.
@JRandom & Kate, I've never understood the allure of bringing your laptop to a cafe to work. It's noisy and usually crowded.
27 weeks ago
@JRandom & Kate, I've never understood the allure of bringing your laptop to a cafe to work. It's noisy and usually crowded.
27 weeks ago
Jay Neely
Hey everyone, I love the group's insights for general social media marketing, but wanted a group where people who are specifically managing a brand / business account's social media presences could talk about their unique challenges.
Just created it: http://www.brazencareerist.com/network/social-media-managers -- hope you'll join if you're a social media manager, or would like to become one!
Noel Rozny
Post-college, how did you transition from being a student to an employee?: http://bit.ly/AkDFRe
11 weeks ago from myFootpath
Vickie Elmer and Chris Parker recommended this
Amy Ng
The 10 Worst Stereotypes About Powerful Women - Forbes: http://onforb.es/zJVjzM. Do you agree or disagree with these? Can you think of others?
20 weeks ago from Citi
Horus Chan recommended this
JemElle:
Nothing wrong about the female bosses, nowadays we are all equal and it depends to your qualification and achievements.
11 weeks ago
11 weeks ago
Vickie Elmer
How does Facebook figure into your career, job search approach? I just wrote a piece for Fortune.com about how and why Gen Y doesn't share its job or employment info on Facebook as much as Gen X and Boomers do - it's at http://bit.ly/wTtt1g . (Research by Dan Schawbel's Millennial Branding.) It made me wonder how much of our career information does show up on Facebook, and how that's changing. So how do you use Facebook professionally? And any advice for others who are just starting on this?
19 weeks ago from Career Changers, Career Rocketeer and Interns1 more
Sandra Kitchen:
Vickie, do you know the names of those business who train the contract PMs? Thanks,
15 weeks ago
15 weeks ago
JRandom42:
Facebook soesn't figure in my career search because I'm not on it. Totally removes the concern of any prospective employer seeing anything ...MoreFacebook soesn't figure in my career search because I'm not on it. Totally removes the concern of any prospective employer seeing anything remotely embarassing.
8 weeks ago
8 weeks ago
Noel Rozny
Can you be fired for what you wear to work? http://bit.ly/GHhpjY
9 weeks ago from myFootpath
Noel Rozny:
Right! But you can't be legally prosecuted for not giving two weeks (not that I recommend that).
9 weeks ago
9 weeks ago
Allison Cheston
Do you believe the best way to succeed is to have failed in the past? My post is based on a great NYT article. http://www.youtern.com/thesavvyintern/index.php/2011/09/21/the-secret-to...
35 weeks ago from Brazen Careerist's Top 50 Gen-Y Companies, GenYJourney: Tips, Insights, Experiences For Young Professionals, New Media Marketing, I am Gen Y and Generation Y Marketers3 more
Allison Cheston:
@Alisha, I think that's a great point--that if failure leads to learning and growing, you shouldn't simply view it as having failed. Nice.
34 weeks ago
34 weeks ago
JRandom42:
It only becomes a way to succeed, if you've learned from the failure.
If you didn't learn anything from failing, you've just failed and will ...MoreIt only becomes a way to succeed, if you've learned from the failure.
If you didn't learn anything from failing, you've just failed and will continue to fail, until you learn why you failed.
34 weeks ago
If you didn't learn anything from failing, you've just failed and will ...MoreIt only becomes a way to succeed, if you've learned from the failure.
If you didn't learn anything from failing, you've just failed and will continue to fail, until you learn why you failed.
34 weeks ago
JRandom42
James Whittaker reflects on his decision to leave Google for Microsoft.
http://blogs.msdn.com/b/jw_on_tech/archive/2012/03/14/why-i-joined-micro...
Vickie Elmer
So who has toys on their desk or in their office? Something to fiddle when when you need to decompress? Or a collection of wind-up toys? Turns out that these playthings are not just about creating fun and playfulness. My Washington Post Capital Business piece looks at the real value of toys at work: http://wapo.st/rC0Dg6
So tell us about your toys and how they help you during the work day.
25 weeks ago from Creatively Inspired, Brazen Careerists in New York City and Personal Branding1 more
Buffie Hoffman recommended this
JRandom42:
Who needs toys on the desk, when I have a whole network running in a virtualized environment, that I can tweak, tune, experiment and play with to ...MoreWho needs toys on the desk, when I have a whole network running in a virtualized environment, that I can tweak, tune, experiment and play with to my heart's content, and restore to its base configuration in just a click?
22 weeks ago
22 weeks ago
Vincent:
I have a metal slinky that I got from a vendor. I use it to help me decompress and to think.
18 weeks ago
18 weeks ago
Edward Antrobus
I recently applied for a position at a company 900 miles away from where I live. I'll relocate if I get the job, but otherwise there is no reason for me to ever travel to the area. The last time I relocated, it was with no job or prospects,so I'm pretty new at this. If I were to get to the in-person interview stage of this, generally who pays for travel, the me or the company? This would be for an entry level position.
8 weeks ago from Ask Penelope Trunk! and Entry-Level Young Professionals
Kareem Johnson:
Very appropriate question; I've applied to many jobs in New York City myself, and was there for an internship; I had to return home because jobs ...MoreVery appropriate question; I've applied to many jobs in New York City myself, and was there for an internship; I had to return home because jobs were not forthcoming at the end of my internship.
I would relocate myself, but it's difficult in general to convince employers to hire you if you live outside of the city they are located, even when you do indicate interest in relocating. Complicating matters is when they want to interview you. A lot of us are in the situation of wanting a job somewhere else, but not having the money to risk on interview, only to not get the job. Most companies will not consider a candidate that asks for their interview costs to be covered, making the assumption that if the candidate wanted the job they would be "here."
So far, personally, I've only had one interview where I used Skype. Most companies are hesitant to do that or phone interviews.
7 weeks ago
I would relocate myself, but it's difficult in general to convince employers to hire you if you live outside of the city they are located, even when you do indicate interest in relocating. Complicating matters is when they want to interview you. A lot of us are in the situation of wanting a job somewhere else, but not having the money to risk on interview, only to not get the job. Most companies will not consider a candidate that asks for their interview costs to be covered, making the assumption that if the candidate wanted the job they would be "here."
So far, personally, I've only had one interview where I used Skype. Most companies are hesitant to do that or phone interviews.
7 weeks ago
Edward Antrobus:
@Lauren, I will see what I can come up with, but my overall impression of this company is that it's not an issue. It's a rather large company in a ...More@Lauren, I will see what I can come up with, but my overall impression of this company is that it's not an issue. It's a rather large company in a rather small job market. I do understand where you are coming from, however. I currently live an hour north of Denver,but as a rule Denver companies don't "look north" for hires.
@Kareem, Best of luck in your endeavors. Chicken & egg problems like that always frustrate me.
7 weeks ago
@Kareem, Best of luck in your endeavors. Chicken & egg problems like that always frustrate me.
7 weeks ago
TOP IDEA:
Jana Schuberth
Our bodies are much cleverer than we are: listen to your gut feeling when looking at a job advert and feel, does it feel exciting in your body (tingling sensation in your stomach, light chest, open heart) or does it just sound good for rational reasons? Never choose a job that just sounds good. It's got to excite you!!
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Edward Antrobus:
@Jana, Sounds like you are an Epicureanist. "...an ethic of individual pleasure as the sole or chief good in life." I tend to lean more towards ...More@Jana, Sounds like you are an Epicureanist. "...an ethic of individual pleasure as the sole or chief good in life." I tend to lean more towards Stoicism, although more the modern definition than the original.
I do not have Asperger's (although it is suspected that my brother might), but I agree with JRandom. My gut has led me wrong more times than I can count. A spectacular recent example was when I was deciding between pursuing two job opportunities, which I talked about on Brazen. By gut was to go with the lower-paying but local job, and that's what I did. A week later, that position was eliminated and I had missed a key deadline for being considered for the other one.
33 weeks ago
I do not have Asperger's (although it is suspected that my brother might), but I agree with JRandom. My gut has led me wrong more times than I can count. A spectacular recent example was when I was deciding between pursuing two job opportunities, which I talked about on Brazen. By gut was to go with the lower-paying but local job, and that's what I did. A week later, that position was eliminated and I had missed a key deadline for being considered for the other one.
33 weeks ago
Vickie Elmer
Journalists are supposed to gather the facts, so do we also believe in luck? What about career luck? Check out my new blog post based on LinkedIn's research on career luck - http://workingkind.com/2012/03/luck-in-career/ . Then let's hear stories about how good luck has shown up in our careers and work.
10 weeks ago from Professional Writers and Editors, Journalism and Journalists and Wordpress Bloggers1 more
JRandom42:
Of course there's luck, being the right person, at the right place and time, with the right skills and experience.
There's also preparation, ...MoreOf course there's luck, being the right person, at the right place and time, with the right skills and experience.
There's also preparation, learning, hard work, persistance and excellence in execution. They all play a part in a career.
10 weeks ago
There's also preparation, ...MoreOf course there's luck, being the right person, at the right place and time, with the right skills and experience.
There's also preparation, learning, hard work, persistance and excellence in execution. They all play a part in a career.
10 weeks ago
Shawn MacDonell
Are you jealous of your kids? http://professionalasskicker.wordpress.com/2012/03/21/forget-about-the-k...
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JRandom42:
Only in wishing I was 40 years younger, and getting into technology these days. Otherwise, no. I worked hard, fought and struggled until I've ...MoreOnly in wishing I was 40 years younger, and getting into technology these days. Otherwise, no. I worked hard, fought and struggled until I've achieved senior level status with the knowledge, skill, esperience and learning that I've gained along the way.
Let the kids work hard, fight and struggle to gain their knowledge, skill and experience, until they can achieve their senior level jobs. It never changes, and probably won't in the forseeable future.
9 weeks ago
Let the kids work hard, fight and struggle to gain their knowledge, skill and experience, until they can achieve their senior level jobs. It never changes, and probably won't in the forseeable future.
9 weeks ago
Amy Ng
I am a multi-tasker, and I know I am not alone. But is multi-tasking helpful or harmful in the long run? READ: The Magic of Doing One Thing at a Time (http://bit.ly/zu8pIL) and let me know what you think.
10 weeks ago from Citi, Career Rocketeer, GenYJourney: Tips, Insights, Experiences For Young Professionals and Work/Life Blur2 more
JRandom42:
Human multi-tasking is a myth.You can't run multiple streams of thought, like a hyper-threaded CPU. You don't have enough hands, eyes, or ears to ...MoreHuman multi-tasking is a myth.You can't run multiple streams of thought, like a hyper-threaded CPU. You don't have enough hands, eyes, or ears to do more than one thing, watch more than one thing, or listen to more than one thing simultaneously. The best you can do is rapidly switch your attention between simultaneous events, like the circus guy trying to keep 29 plates spinning at once, running like crazy to make sure they all keep spinning. Eventually, it fails, the plates stop spinning and they all crash to the ground simultaneously.
Not to mention all the mistakes you make, all the things you miss, just because you want to feed your inner ADHD and can't find the patience to finish one thing at a time.
10 weeks ago
Not to mention all the mistakes you make, all the things you miss, just because you want to feed your inner ADHD and can't find the patience to finish one thing at a time.
10 weeks ago
Shawn MacDonell
Here's my take on working hours, what do you think?: http://professionalasskicker.wordpress.com/2012/02/29/when-do-i-work-an-...
JRandom42:
Since emergencies don't happen just when you work best, and often can't wait till your best working time comes around, what then? If it's costing ...MoreSince emergencies don't happen just when you work best, and often can't wait till your best working time comes around, what then? If it's costing them serious money, you really don't have a choice.
You either do the work on the customer's schedule, whether or not you're working at your best time, or they go to someone else who can respond to their emergency.
Restricting yourself to a set schedule, whether it's 9-5, or your own schedule just doesn't cut it these days.
11 weeks ago
You either do the work on the customer's schedule, whether or not you're working at your best time, or they go to someone else who can respond to their emergency.
Restricting yourself to a set schedule, whether it's 9-5, or your own schedule just doesn't cut it these days.
11 weeks ago
Dean Robinson:
I think this has as much with WHAT you do as much as WHEN you do it. If you're in a position to work when you feel like it; not having to answer ...MoreI think this has as much with WHAT you do as much as WHEN you do it. If you're in a position to work when you feel like it; not having to answer to anyone else - or if all you have to do is deliver a finished product, you can get away with this. Lets' say you're employed in some creative endeavor like writing, or video production or something where you're not tied to a start time, or even if you're in IT as a software developer with no production support responsibilities. If you're a cube warrior and morning formation is at 08:00, well, whether you dig it or not, that's when you'll be in the office. I've spent too many years with a pager or cell phone strapped to my belt to believe that my preferences could ever outweigh the demands of the person calling the tune. It has always been my position that if we are going to 'leverage our global workforce' that there is some guy in another timezone who is wide awake at 03:00 East Coast Time, so don't call me..call him. We can discuss this in the morning.
10 weeks ago
10 weeks ago
Noel Rozny
What's the biggest issue you've ever had at the office? How did you deal with it? http://bit.ly/xPR21g
11 weeks ago from myFootpath
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Laura:
My boss told me he was switching jobs six months...when I was 8-1/2 months pregnant. And he was taking our secretary, our clients and the other ...MoreMy boss told me he was switching jobs six months...when I was 8-1/2 months pregnant. And he was taking our secretary, our clients and the other associate. He asked me to follow him and I had no choice but to do so. So I had to start at a new job 8-1/2 months pregnant. Hi, I'm going on leave now. They went over great.
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