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Jason H. Parker
I've been thinking lately about the importance of building social capital, or essentially, positioning oneself as a central node in a network of interconnected relationships. What do you do in your professional life to build social capital? What tools/tips/questions have you found to be effective for you in building these quality relationships?
48 weeks ago from Recruiters Unite!, Productivity & Time-Management, Social Entrepreneurs, Washington D.C. and Barter on Brazen3 more
Sam Rye:
Vickie brings up a good point - depends on what you mean by Social Capital really I guess? Personally I call myself a connector whilst I'm working ...MoreVickie brings up a good point - depends on what you mean by Social Capital really I guess? Personally I call myself a connector whilst I'm working with Enspiral - I connect people, places, things, ideas and locations to make things happen. I think the important thing is listening - without that you can't really be that connector.
Enspiral itself is all about building social capital in the sense of social enterprise - supporting purpose over profit. We focus our talents & skills on great projects/relationships with NGO's & Social Enterprises.... we're kind of a social enterprise FOR social enterprises you could say.
I also co-host a series of workshops which supports idea innovation & project incubation for social innovators in Wellington, NZ - where I now call my hometown.
So in essence - listening & analysis helps build networks and pro-activity/action helps build social capital I guess?
46 weeks ago
Enspiral itself is all about building social capital in the sense of social enterprise - supporting purpose over profit. We focus our talents & skills on great projects/relationships with NGO's & Social Enterprises.... we're kind of a social enterprise FOR social enterprises you could say.
I also co-host a series of workshops which supports idea innovation & project incubation for social innovators in Wellington, NZ - where I now call my hometown.
So in essence - listening & analysis helps build networks and pro-activity/action helps build social capital I guess?
46 weeks ago
Mike Ambassador Bruny:
I hope i'm not dublicating here, but what I do is be curious/interested in others. I once had an admin who was really mean to me until I went and ...MoreI hope i'm not dublicating here, but what I do is be curious/interested in others. I once had an admin who was really mean to me until I went and checked out one of her plays (it wasn't a political move, I really wanted to see the play). The other thing I do is find opportunities to be with people in non-work settings. Going to a conference and then hitting the dance floor, always seems to change the dynamics of the relationship.
15 weeks ago
15 weeks ago
TOP IDEA:
Will Schwarz
I'm graduating from my undergrad business program in 3 months with a Finance degree. I'm trying to get into the start up space, specifically looking at Internet and Tech ventures. What's the best way to go about trying to find opportunities for a recent grad with some experience? I'm using my personal network and sites including Startuply, Brazen, and perusing VC portfolio job boards. Any other suggestions?
Thanks
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Hannah DeMilta:
Check out some events like your local startup weekend if you haven't already, and subscribe to your city's startup daily digest to keep an eye on ...MoreCheck out some events like your local startup weekend if you haven't already, and subscribe to your city's startup daily digest to keep an eye on opps. Good luck!
18 weeks ago
18 weeks ago
Noel Rozny:
I would definitely recommend contacting your alumni networks in the areas you are considering!
18 weeks ago
18 weeks ago
Mike Ambassador Bruny
Working on a cool networking project called: "The New Art of Conference Networking: #Hashtags to Handshakes." www.hashtagstohandshakes.com
Does anyone know how I could get an MP3 that will be about 30mins onto a Wordpress page so folks can listen at the site or download if they would like. Any assistance is appreciated.
21 weeks ago from Wordpress Bloggers, Networking Tips and Entrepreneurs1 more
Kade Dworkin:
Since you're using wordpress there is a good plugin called "Audio Player by Martin Laine" that I swear by for on-site audio playing. As for a ...MoreSince you're using wordpress there is a good plugin called "Audio Player by Martin Laine" that I swear by for on-site audio playing. As for a download, that's a simple link to the source audio file and making sure people know that they can right-click on it and select "download linked file" or something similar.
21 weeks ago
21 weeks ago
Mehul Kar
What are different ways of generating revenue from a community that you have organized? Selling branded merchandise is the only one that I can think of. Any other strategies?
Edward Antrobus:
Well, how does Brazen keep the lights on? Frankly, I don't have a clue. And as long as they aren't trying to go for the money that I don't ...MoreWell, how does Brazen keep the lights on? Frankly, I don't have a clue. And as long as they aren't trying to go for the money that I don't actually have, I really don't care.
28 weeks ago
28 weeks ago
JRandom42:
Advertising? Dues? Subscriptions? I don't know. Most of the professional community building I've seen requires time and effort, not capital. But ...MoreAdvertising? Dues? Subscriptions? I don't know. Most of the professional community building I've seen requires time and effort, not capital. But then, I'm no expert on community building either. All I know is that if I'm a member of a community of like minded professionals in the same field, I'd be very offended and insulted if the community leader started trying to sell and market stuff for me, when I was there for the connections, networking and mutual professional support.
28 weeks ago
28 weeks ago
Allison Jennings
How do you emphasize on your resume that you have social media experience. I am looking for a new job, and would like to possibly do social media marketing, but not sure where to look.
Corbin Haresnape:
@Allison I would agree with a lot of what was said here. Create a portfolio that demonstrates your abilities. Not one that tells about your ...More@Allison I would agree with a lot of what was said here. Create a portfolio that demonstrates your abilities. Not one that tells about your abilities.
40 weeks ago
40 weeks ago
Cheryl Roshak:
You've been given good advice here, but what is your social media experience, how extensive is it and how can you demonstrate it? If you've worked ...MoreYou've been given good advice here, but what is your social media experience, how extensive is it and how can you demonstrate it? If you've worked for social media companies, then it will be obvious, but if it was only part of job, you will have to be specific as to what your actual involvement and responsibilities were and how effective were the results of your efforts. Was it a team effort or did you work independently? And what aspect of social media are you looking in for work? You have to be more specific. Since social media is online, you should be able to give URLs to those sites that you were involved in. Best in your search.
40 weeks ago
40 weeks ago
Ryan Healy
Time for a new Brazen logo! Of these 4 options, which one best represents the Brazen brand in your mind, and why?
1. http://bit.ly/dYWpX0
2. http://bit.ly/dNnY7C
3. http://bit.ly/fpK8so
4. http://bit.ly/fCpsyK
Looking forward to any feedback we can get from our community here!
42 weeks ago from Social Media Marketers and Brazen Community Feedback
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Sean Masters:
1 and 3 look too much like other web properties (Mashable for one; can't remember the other). Would love to see #2 and #4 but, as Regina noted, ...More1 and 3 look too much like other web properties (Mashable for one; can't remember the other). Would love to see #2 and #4 but, as Regina noted, the links are broken.
42 weeks ago
42 weeks ago
Whitney May Parker:
Update! We picked a winner ... you'll start to see us roll out some new designs over the course of the next few months, but we'll keep you in ...MoreUpdate! We picked a winner ... you'll start to see us roll out some new designs over the course of the next few months, but we'll keep you in suspense until then! Thanks so much for your feedback everyone!
42 weeks ago
42 weeks ago
Jamie Nacht Farrell
I wrote an article for FORBES after interviewing Gary Vaynerchuck . I sent the article to a trusted colleague who basically said I had not provided the "how" - why Gary and his books, ideas, etc. are different. I read it over and agreed - I had written a bad piece. BUT, I've received 1K blog visitors/emails telling me they're buying the book. What do you guys think? Should I have written differently? If yes, how? HELP - need to learn how to write better! http://t.co/WSawlJo
42 weeks ago from Wordpress Bloggers, Gen-Y Professional Bloggers, Social Media Marketers, Ask Penelope Trunk! and Creatively Inspired3 more
Dawn Lennon:
Jamie, you wrote an excellent blog post book review with icing-- your direct conversation with Gary. That's what gave the post pop. Because you ...MoreJamie, you wrote an excellent blog post book review with icing-- your direct conversation with Gary. That's what gave the post pop. Because you connected with him, you hooked into his energy and then passed it on to the reader through your words. What you wrote was a review not a thesis on the GV method of CRM. Pat yourself on the back for a great piece because that's what it was. ~Dawn
42 weeks ago
42 weeks ago
Josh Allan Dykstra:
For whatever it's worth, I really enjoyed your article, Jamie! I almost think that people looking for a direct "how" have missed the bigger point ...MoreFor whatever it's worth, I really enjoyed your article, Jamie! I almost think that people looking for a direct "how" have missed the bigger point of it all -- which is the "WHY." Tactics can only get us so far; it's the passion behind the action that makes all the difference, and you did a nice job encapsulating this fact about Gary.
42 weeks ago
42 weeks ago
Cynthia Welch
I'm currently an associate product manager for a telecom company. I'm looking to move forward in my career. I have an int'l business/finance background but would like to continue in the technical marketing field. What applications and software programs should I master in order to move to the next level? Several jobs state MBA prefered however the executive MBA programs dont stress any technical programs. Should I bypass and learn some new skill and if so which ones?
Kade Dworkin:
I was faced with a similar quandary and ultimately found Arizona State's Masters of Science information Management program. Basically it's an MBA ...MoreI was faced with a similar quandary and ultimately found Arizona State's Masters of Science information Management program. Basically it's an MBA where they strip out the bulk of finance and accounting (although both get brief mentions in the program) and replace them with heavy enterprise technologies. Best part for me was it was only 11 months versus the 2 year MBA program. Same instructors, a lot of the same classes, half the price, half the time. It didn't give me the technical chops to code up an application but it did give me the knowledge to manage IT staffs and have a historical perspective relating to IT in the enterprise.
I'm sure you can find something to the same extent in your local area.
48 weeks ago
I'm sure you can find something to the same extent in your local area.
48 weeks ago
Brett Kunsch
Something I discussed with a friend recently (with no real outcome of course): Since so many of the successful people in this world are charismatic, we tried to answer this question --> Can charisma be learned?
JRandom42:
@Kade, probably too late for me. Juat a little too set in my ways. And as I said, I deal more easily with software and cats, and the more I deal ...More@Kade, probably too late for me. Juat a little too set in my ways. And as I said, I deal more easily with software and cats, and the more I deal directly with people, the more I find that I am preferring dealing with software, a close group of friends and cats.
As for not going immediately to networking events, I've been going to them since they were called "trade shows."
Still prefer stapling my head to the floor with white-hot dull staples. It ends up being less painful.
49 weeks ago
As for not going immediately to networking events, I've been going to them since they were called "trade shows."
Still prefer stapling my head to the floor with white-hot dull staples. It ends up being less painful.
49 weeks ago
Brett Kunsch:
I've thoroughly enjoyed reading through this thread. Thank you all for engaging and wrestling with a question that has no conclusive answer. This ...MoreI've thoroughly enjoyed reading through this thread. Thank you all for engaging and wrestling with a question that has no conclusive answer. This community never ceases to inspire me to ask the big questions!
48 weeks ago
48 weeks ago
Kristen Creager
Hello all Brand Managers -- I am going to get my MBA, full-time. My goal job out of grad school is to work for a consumer goods company as an associate brand manager. From your experience, what would you recommend I do to get on the best path possible? What type of personality traits/work experience does one look for in a brand manager? Thanks for your input.
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Kade Dworkin:
Hi Kristen, First and foremost, good luck with your MBA. From personal experience it's a boatload of work. As someone who has been a community ...MoreHi Kristen, First and foremost, good luck with your MBA. From personal experience it's a boatload of work. As someone who has been a community manager for a large company and now am working agency side for internationally known brands there are some key traits I'm seen that might be really helpful to you.
The first and most obvious is choose a product that you're crazy passionate about. Without that nothing matters in the new online platforms. Once that's settled if that brand/product is already are speaking on the social networks, you should begin to engage both with the brand and the community. Get to know the people who are working on the inside (this can take some effort) and the brand evangelists who are doing this on their own time (you'll figure out who they are based on the number of comments/posts they produce). If there isn't a social networking platform already, 1) either choose another product who is (strongly recommended) or 2) start a platform.
One of the key things that I really look for is the ability to be optimistic while realistic about situations and being extremely good with the tools of the trade. In our case, that's things like data presentation skills, writing skills and understanding how to effectively use tools like Radian6. I also want people who can make something from nothing but their own time and sweat equity but who know exactly what they would do if they had $2500 or $10000 budget.
Finally after you've invested in the brand for a serious amount of time (9-12 months) if the brand manager or HR department hasn't contacted you, ask your contacts at the company to put you in touch with HR/Recruiting. Be humble and honest about your situation. While they may not be able to place you directly with the brand you're crazy passionate about at the start they won't miss out on the opportunity to redirect your passion to another product in their portfolio.
If you have more questions or simply want further input in private don't hesitate to tweet at me (@kadedworkin) and I'll follow you and give you my email address.
Kade
49 weeks ago
The first and most obvious is choose a product that you're crazy passionate about. Without that nothing matters in the new online platforms. Once that's settled if that brand/product is already are speaking on the social networks, you should begin to engage both with the brand and the community. Get to know the people who are working on the inside (this can take some effort) and the brand evangelists who are doing this on their own time (you'll figure out who they are based on the number of comments/posts they produce). If there isn't a social networking platform already, 1) either choose another product who is (strongly recommended) or 2) start a platform.
One of the key things that I really look for is the ability to be optimistic while realistic about situations and being extremely good with the tools of the trade. In our case, that's things like data presentation skills, writing skills and understanding how to effectively use tools like Radian6. I also want people who can make something from nothing but their own time and sweat equity but who know exactly what they would do if they had $2500 or $10000 budget.
Finally after you've invested in the brand for a serious amount of time (9-12 months) if the brand manager or HR department hasn't contacted you, ask your contacts at the company to put you in touch with HR/Recruiting. Be humble and honest about your situation. While they may not be able to place you directly with the brand you're crazy passionate about at the start they won't miss out on the opportunity to redirect your passion to another product in their portfolio.
If you have more questions or simply want further input in private don't hesitate to tweet at me (@kadedworkin) and I'll follow you and give you my email address.
Kade
49 weeks ago
Kristen Creager:
@Kate- Thanks so much! I'm definitely going to check out all 3 of those things.
@Kade- Wow. Your "Meet my Followers" idea is amazing! I love it. ...More@Kate- Thanks so much! I'm definitely going to check out all 3 of those things.
@Kade- Wow. Your "Meet my Followers" idea is amazing! I love it. Thanks for the amazing advice. Following you on twitter now (@kristencreag).
Thanks guys.
49 weeks ago
@Kade- Wow. Your "Meet my Followers" idea is amazing! I love it. ...More@Kate- Thanks so much! I'm definitely going to check out all 3 of those things.
@Kade- Wow. Your "Meet my Followers" idea is amazing! I love it. Thanks for the amazing advice. Following you on twitter now (@kristencreag).
Thanks guys.
49 weeks ago
Tyler Durbin
Today I met with a gal that has recently started her own business. She has 10+ years of experience working with a VERY IMPRESSIVE list of local firms and clients. Now that she is on her own, her biggest challenges is being seen no longer as just an internal employee but as an expert in her field and someone capable of doing the work without the support of an established firm.
What advice would you give her so that she is able to market herself better?
55 weeks ago from Entrepreneurs and Young Entrepreneur Community
Linda A. Hamilton:
I agree with Jonathan about becoming a Thought Leader, but believe to cushion the possible idea of being too expensive, suggest people contact you ...MoreI agree with Jonathan about becoming a Thought Leader, but believe to cushion the possible idea of being too expensive, suggest people contact you for Free Consultations. FREE, NEW and NOW have always been considered standout words for motivating people to contact you. Once someone begins to talk with you about what you do, how you'll add value by working together, and your knowledge, companies are sometimes willing to pay the higher price for your services. But you have to personally connect and convince them of your value. If they are serious about using you, they will stay. If not, they may go elsewhere, buy cheaper, get what they pay for, and come back later to have you bail them out of the mess the other company got them in. This happens in business all the time. Buying quality means paying more... going the lesser expensive route initially may result in paying more later.
54 weeks ago
54 weeks ago
LY Gian:
Before she leave the firm, she need to do proper planning. Besides start up cost, she need to set aside at least 6 months personal living ...MoreBefore she leave the firm, she need to do proper planning. Besides start up cost, she need to set aside at least 6 months personal living expenses, in event that, there is no income coming in. Another way is to build up passive income during her employment years. For example, subscribe to annuity plan.
Thereafter, she need to hire service firm to assist her in doing the administrative work like setting up website, pay utilities bill, renew business licensed and etc. So that she can focus on her expert field.
54 weeks ago
Thereafter, she need to hire service firm to assist her in doing the administrative work like setting up website, pay utilities bill, renew business licensed and etc. So that she can focus on her expert field.
54 weeks ago
Dana Leavy
I attended a marketing seminar for freelancers and small business owners last week, and the speaker reference social media as a marketing channel 'whose effectiveness as a sales producer really hasn't been proven yet." How much business do you really get from social media and online networking?
Thanks!
Dana Leavy
www.aspyresolutions.com
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JESS Kalinowsky:
too many acronyms! LOL!!!! I'm in a industry to has hundreds and hundreds, some letters the same, but with different meaning, now I have to be ...Moretoo many acronyms! LOL!!!! I'm in a industry to has hundreds and hundreds, some letters the same, but with different meaning, now I have to be some sort of internet guru and remember all of them! LOL! Bottom line + NO MONEY spent to be seen in search engines. LOL!
54 weeks ago
54 weeks ago
Bajaringan:
Until now I never use them, my sales usually come from search engine Google, by optimizing Search Engine Result Position
e.g. choosing good title
54 weeks ago
54 weeks ago
Elizabeth Jarvis
I recently came across this http://www.poken.com/overview it's like an electronic business card that you load your social media contact information onto. When others have it as well you touch your devices together and exchange your information. I think it's an awesome way to connect at meetings and expos.
Elizabeth Jarvis:
Kade - Thanks for the link. I'm interested in checking out what else is out there for easily sharing contact information. This is a big help.
55 weeks ago
55 weeks ago
Stephen Spector
I currently monitor RSS feeds in my Google Reader, Twitter via HootSuite, LinkedIn Groups and Facebook groups with separate tabs on my browser and spend my day flipping among them. Does anyone have a good tool they use to aggregate all these separate social networking groups into one tool?
Kade Dworkin:
If you're using a mac the closest I've seen anyone aggregate the services you mentioned is by using Socialite. MoreIf you're using a mac the closest I've seen anyone aggregate the services you mentioned is by using Socialite. http://www.apparentsoft.com/socialite I've yet to see a tool that actively brings in LinkedIn Groups' activity.
56 weeks ago
56 weeks ago
Rebecca Thorman:
You can bring in your Facebook groups into Hootsuite. Dont know what allows LinkedIn. OR Brazen for that matter!
56 weeks ago
56 weeks ago
TOP IDEA:
Stephen Alred
the numbers are in and I'm officially at 50.4% return for the investments that I've recommended for clients. And I've annualized 27% since I began in 2008. This is great news, I believe only one mutual fund in the country has a higher return over that time period and I remember when people were saying "you're a college student there's no way you can do that kind of stuff without a degree!!"
60 weeks ago from Economics and Finance, Personal Finance and Entrepreneurs1 more
peterb6086:
You may want to be careful putting this type of advertisement on a blog. FINRA is strict.
56 weeks ago
56 weeks ago
Stephen Alred:
I wouldn't be telling anyone what to invest in, nor would I be managing anyone's money. I'm in the clear.
56 weeks ago
56 weeks ago
Allan Chang
At what point do you transition from being an "aspiring" entrepreneur to a genuine innovative contributor? Statistics show that 1 in 5 young professionals call themselves "entrepreneurs". Wow!! Shouldn't wannabe's establish credibility first before using that title...otherwise society will just dilute the word into something meaningless. I cannot even consider myself a wannabe wannabe yet, although one day i hope to be a true entrepreneur.
Dana K. Dwyer:
I think if you have a business, no matter how small, and you are working to grow that business, you are an entrepreneur. Even Seth Godin, a very ...MoreI think if you have a business, no matter how small, and you are working to grow that business, you are an entrepreneur. Even Seth Godin, a very creditable entrepreneur, says, if your business is surviving, you are a success. Don’t set the credibility bar too high, the road to success is always under construction.
56 weeks ago
56 weeks ago
Eric Sforza:
Entrepreneur is the new business catchphrase that everyone is using. I read a study that it's one of the most common terms now on resumes, so that ...MoreEntrepreneur is the new business catchphrase that everyone is using. I read a study that it's one of the most common terms now on resumes, so that probably explains the '1 in 5' part.
Personally I dont like the word 'entrepreneur' since it implies only a special bred of people can create their own company. To answer your question though, if you're able to add value to society, and you have a product/service that is unique, then you can consider yourself an 'innovative contributor'.
56 weeks ago
Personally I dont like the word 'entrepreneur' since it implies only a special bred of people can create their own company. To answer your question though, if you're able to add value to society, and you have a product/service that is unique, then you can consider yourself an 'innovative contributor'.
56 weeks ago
Christopher Barnes
A question regarding business plans for companies seeking seeding money from investors - should I go with the traditional business plan model (description of business activity, description of product/service, Assessment of competition, marketing plan, operational plan, management profiles, capitalization and business form, financial data, etc) or a more creative and abridged version? I've been out of grad school for 10 years and times have changed. Any help would be much appreciated.
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Sam Rye:
Can I add that it depends whether your business model is a 'traditional model' or something innovative?
As you said in your original post - times ...MoreCan I add that it depends whether your business model is a 'traditional model' or something innovative?
As you said in your original post - times have changed. Immediacy and information skimming are the game now, so a really powerful hook would be key to the pitch.
60 weeks ago
As you said in your original post - times ...MoreCan I add that it depends whether your business model is a 'traditional model' or something innovative?
As you said in your original post - times have changed. Immediacy and information skimming are the game now, so a really powerful hook would be key to the pitch.
60 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?
63 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!
61 weeks ago
61 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
60 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
60 weeks ago
Steven McCain
Anybody have any ideas on how to market a Latin language study application. I am working on developing this application, because I believe there is a genuine need for it. My application, to this point, is keyed towards Wheelock's Latin, and is the perfect interactive complement to that course. Any ideas would be appreciated.
Steven McCain:
I see what they do, but fail to see how they can help, other than an avenue for advertising. That might be worth exploring. Let me know your ...MoreI see what they do, but fail to see how they can help, other than an avenue for advertising. That might be worth exploring. Let me know your thoughts. vba.wizard@hotmail.com
62 weeks ago
62 weeks ago
Steven McCain:
Kade, thanks for the reply. What I was thinking of was trying to pair up with Wheelock's Latin, but do not know how to approach the publisher ...MoreKade, thanks for the reply. What I was thinking of was trying to pair up with Wheelock's Latin, but do not know how to approach the publisher with the idea. Any clues? vba.wizard@hotmail.com
62 weeks ago
62 weeks ago
Nathan Lustig
Question for the network: I came up with a new stat about 9 months ago and blogged about it on our company blog. Since then, I wrote 5 more blog posts about our stat & the methodology behind how we calculated. Another company in our industry,not a competitor, has quoted our stat as their own in the press and now wrote an entire blog post that's basically a copy of a post I wrote about 3 months ago. I emailed them to ask for a citation/credit, but no response. What would you do?
Linda A. Hamilton:
Nathan, those in the Copywriters Network just discussed something similar to this about when freelancers submit queries and their ideas are copied ...MoreNathan, those in the Copywriters Network just discussed something similar to this about when freelancers submit queries and their ideas are copied or stolen. Might be helpful to read those threaded thoughts. If they took your idea and improvised there's not much you can do; if they copied your blog and credited themselves, it's plagiarism. You cannot protect ideas; but you can pursue the plagiarism issue legally. If they took the idea, they don't have to credit you, although it is rather underhanded. Determine which it is and go from there. Just be careful that how you approach it doesn't make you look like you're copying them so it reflects poorly on you. Sometimes it can come back and bite you in the end.
63 weeks ago
63 weeks ago
Nathan Lustig:
Hey everyone, thanks for all of your help. here's my post about it. i decided to pretty much let it go and build on the stat. Let me know what ...MoreHey everyone, thanks for all of your help. here's my post about it. i decided to pretty much let it go and build on the stat. Let me know what you think http://blog.entrustet.com/2010/11/23/247000-bloggers-will-die-this-year-...
63 weeks ago
63 weeks ago
Blake Bachert
Network Marketing is the business of the future. Many very wealthy people have given credit to this industry as well as buy into it. Warren Buffet, Bill Clinton, Robert Kiyosaki, Donald Trump and many others have stated that if they could do it all over again, they would jump into Network Marketing. If you have done your due diligence, you would have found that it is the perfect business model where you have very wealthy people pushing you to LIVE YOUR DREAMS and SUCCEED. Comments??
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JRandom42:
So what if my dream is designing, implementing and managing solid, complex working IT systems and other things that have no relation to Network ...MoreSo what if my dream is designing, implementing and managing solid, complex working IT systems and other things that have no relation to Network Marketing?
I sure won't get "wealthy" to the tune of several million dollars, but I can afford a very comfortable lifestyle without all the hassles that come attached to serveral million dollars.
65 weeks ago
I sure won't get "wealthy" to the tune of several million dollars, but I can afford a very comfortable lifestyle without all the hassles that come attached to serveral million dollars.
65 weeks ago
Jon Patrick:
Wow. First, netWORK Marketing can be one of the most powerful ways for an individual to build a substantial income online. If people treat it like ...MoreWow. First, netWORK Marketing can be one of the most powerful ways for an individual to build a substantial income online. If people treat it like a business, take the time and effort to LEARN the skills they need, they can be successful.
What I find interesting is the language of the nay-sayers here. I'm interested in their personal experiences with MLM.
The fact is you can join almost any company, at any time, and earn a great income.
When people throw around words like "Preying" on their friends, etc. - well, this business is as ethical as you run it yourself. If you're trying to 'get' people, and only think of them as a small monthly commission for you - then YOU're the one preying on them. perhaps that's how you're trained?
If, however, you approach each person to HELP them - find out what they need, help them with a strategy to achieve it, help them get the training to move forward and WORK - then this is the most uplifting business out there.
http://JonRPatrick.com
64 weeks ago
What I find interesting is the language of the nay-sayers here. I'm interested in their personal experiences with MLM.
The fact is you can join almost any company, at any time, and earn a great income.
When people throw around words like "Preying" on their friends, etc. - well, this business is as ethical as you run it yourself. If you're trying to 'get' people, and only think of them as a small monthly commission for you - then YOU're the one preying on them. perhaps that's how you're trained?
If, however, you approach each person to HELP them - find out what they need, help them with a strategy to achieve it, help them get the training to move forward and WORK - then this is the most uplifting business out there.
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64 weeks ago
Jason H. Parker
Started a great new position, but have an immediate deadline by COB Friday. Am doing research on quality web development/web design companies in the DC Metro Area. Any tips? I'd really be looking for high-quality firms that do great design work, and believe in social design technology. I take it as a given that the right organization(s) believe in social marketing technology.
Does anyone have any connections/leads/ideas on where I should start my research?
Much appreciated! Love the #BC Crew!
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Jason H. Parker:
Erin, great idea. Of course LI is a great place to start (*duh moment*). I figured I'd also ask the Brazen community for help, too.
Rebecca, ...MoreErin, great idea. Of course LI is a great place to start (*duh moment*). I figured I'd also ask the Brazen community for help, too.
Rebecca, you're absolutely right, and I'm thankful to have someone set out a good plan for how to conduct those interviews. Most of good business relationships hinges on the latter part of that phrase.
Kade, would be glad to speak with Tony. I'll look into Global Thinking (good name). Get in touch with me off-Brazen. Thanks! How would I (or anyone else) access your "meet your followers" podcast?
67 weeks ago
Rebecca, ...MoreErin, great idea. Of course LI is a great place to start (*duh moment*). I figured I'd also ask the Brazen community for help, too.
Rebecca, you're absolutely right, and I'm thankful to have someone set out a good plan for how to conduct those interviews. Most of good business relationships hinges on the latter part of that phrase.
Kade, would be glad to speak with Tony. I'll look into Global Thinking (good name). Get in touch with me off-Brazen. Thanks! How would I (or anyone else) access your "meet your followers" podcast?
67 weeks ago
Denis Baranov:
Get in touch with JESS3 (design studio) and iStrategyLabs (digital marketing agency). They'll give you plenty of pointers.
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75 weeks ago
Stephen Spector
I have been "talking" with people about who is the most important part of a community? Is it the developers, users, super-star supporters, ...? I am curious if you focus your efforts on one group over another? Plan to write on this in my Network Blog post tomorrow and would like more perspectives. Thanks.
Kade Dworkin:
Hey Stephen,
One of the points that I made recently to a couple of friends was that community isn't simply a relationship between a brand and a ...MoreHey Stephen,
One of the points that I made recently to a couple of friends was that community isn't simply a relationship between a brand and a single user. Community, in my eyes, is when the brand can bring two people who never would have talked about a subject matter together. That may be actively like a forum discussion or an introduction by a community manager or passively in the form of an event like a sports game.
That being the case, I would say that the super-star supporters are a key piece to building a full community. I'll assume you're familiar with the 1000 true fans idea originally presented by Kevin Kelly (if you're not, go google it). I say that these super-star supporters are the key to creating enough activity and "gravity" to bring people back regularly and having a thriving community. It's that activity that would bring back those who may not be as passionate to get value out of still coming to the community meeting area (website, location, wherever).
Kade
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77 weeks ago
One of the points that I made recently to a couple of friends was that community isn't simply a relationship between a brand and a ...MoreHey Stephen,
One of the points that I made recently to a couple of friends was that community isn't simply a relationship between a brand and a single user. Community, in my eyes, is when the brand can bring two people who never would have talked about a subject matter together. That may be actively like a forum discussion or an introduction by a community manager or passively in the form of an event like a sports game.
That being the case, I would say that the super-star supporters are a key piece to building a full community. I'll assume you're familiar with the 1000 true fans idea originally presented by Kevin Kelly (if you're not, go google it). I say that these super-star supporters are the key to creating enough activity and "gravity" to bring people back regularly and having a thriving community. It's that activity that would bring back those who may not be as passionate to get value out of still coming to the community meeting area (website, location, wherever).
Kade
@kadedworkin
77 weeks ago
Rebecca Thorman:
We focus on the specific demographic targets - which is sometimes broken down by age (Gen Y, young moms) and other times is focused by behavior ...MoreWe focus on the specific demographic targets - which is sometimes broken down by age (Gen Y, young moms) and other times is focused by behavior (trip-challenged consumers, etc.) - we pay attention to who is talking about us and who we want to talk to both.
77 weeks ago
77 weeks ago
Jason H. Parker
My housemate has been in her current role as a social media manager/community manager in DC for over two years. She's highly qualified, and knows she isn't being paid what she is worth. With a large reconstruction occurring in the organization due to some higher-ups departing, she's actively considering other opportunities. What would be a good resource for her to consider opportunities? Thanks for the help!
79 weeks ago from Social Media Marketers and Community Managers
Laura McCallum:
She may want to consider becoming an entrepreneur. I can send her a free 10 question Profiling Interview - have her inquire at MoreShe may want to consider becoming an entrepreneur. I can send her a free 10 question Profiling Interview - have her inquire at Laura@McCallumEnterprises.com. Put "Entrepreneur Profile Interview" in the subject line. If nothing else, it will give her a clearer idea of where to start.
79 weeks ago
79 weeks ago
Rebecca Thorman:
There are a ton of SM jobs, even here on Brazen - MoreThere are a ton of SM jobs, even here on Brazen - http://www.brazencareerist.com/jobs. If she wants to stay, I would make sure she asks for what she wants. Most women don't even think to ask and then she should also negotiate her salary higher than what they offer for a raise. It's much harder to hire someone new and train them than to offer your existing good employees more benefits.
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