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Kelly Cuene

Madison, WI

Advisor, Business Career Center, University of Wisconsin-Madison

Career/Life Coaching

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Kelly Cuene How do you control your career? We met in cities around the world to create a video that answers this question: http://bit.ly/d6xlGq #Brazen

75 weeks ago from

Kelly Cuene The Wisconsin School of Business at UW-Madison is currently hiring an Assistant Director of International Programs. This positions oversees the undergraduate study abroad programs coordinated within the business school and requires a lot of student advising related to academic requirements on campus and abroad. Listing is here: http://www.ohr.wisc.edu/pvl/pv_065190.html Deadline is Aug 23!

77 weeks ago from We're Hiring and Student Affairs

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Phil Tomas: I really appreciate this referral, and I have submitted my resume. Thank you for your assistance. Sincerely, Phil Tomas
77 weeks ago

Naomi Williams Hello all, Does anyone have any advice/suggestions/recommendations for someone who is making a career change into student affairs? I could really use some.

80 weeks ago from Student Affairs

Kelly Cuene: Hi, Naomi. Have you been talking with people in the field to get a sense of what you might like to do within student affairs? There are a lot of ...MoreHi, Naomi. Have you been talking with people in the field to get a sense of what you might like to do within student affairs? There are a lot of options. Student affairs people are generally pretty inviting and most would be happy to talk with you about what they do and provide some advice.

Many of the state chapters of ACPA and NASPA have conferences and other professional events that would probably be great for networking. If you are a Twitter user, you should check out the #sachat that happens on Thursdays. More info about that is here: http://thesabloggers.org/2009/10/introduction-to-the-sachat-in-more-than...

From which field are you transitioning into student affairs? A masters degree isn't always necessary to enter the field, but it will open up more opportunities. ACPA has more information here: http://www2.myacpa.org/comm/profprep/directory/selecting.php
Good luck!
79 weeks ago

Cary Thomson: Well the way I approached it was to emigrate from Scotland to Canada, more or less fall into a Graduate Secretary job via a temp agency, decide I ...MoreWell the way I approached it was to emigrate from Scotland to Canada, more or less fall into a Graduate Secretary job via a temp agency, decide I loved the job, got made permanent, built my skills and then moved on to run a much bigger program.

If some how you can't achieve all of this then I suggest talking to people currently in your desired role. Just don't expect any attention during September as this as a horribly busy time for most student affairs workers.

Also you can check out the job listings on the Uni website. It's a good way to gauge the jobs on offer and what qualifications you need.
79 weeks ago

Ryan Paugh Hey guys. How about that heat wave? Since the weather is getting nicer and nicer I'm really thinking a lot about putting some Madison Tweet Ups together. I'm thinking that the best way to get started is to create a Brazen/Madison Twitter List. So reply below with your Twitter handle so I can start putting a list of people together.

89 weeks ago from Madison MAGNET, The Madtown Crew, Wisconsin Badgers and Cheeseheads (Wisconsinites)2 more

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83 weeks ago

Ryan Paugh: Just posted our first meet up of the summer over here >> MoreJust posted our first meet up of the summer over here >> http://bit.ly/9ZDXMr
83 weeks ago

Kelly Cuene This weekend was UW-Madison's commencement celebration. As experienced professionals and alumni full of real-world wisdom, what advice would you give to this year's Badger grads? http://www.news.wisc.edu/slideshows/25/slides/176

90 weeks ago from Wisconsin Badgers

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TOP IDEA: Marisa Wikramanayake How to get a good job & keep it: 1) Be nice. 2) Work hard at what you do. Why does Seth Godin have to tell you this? It's called having a good work ethic. 3) Know yourself - do what you love as a hobby & make time for it even if it cannot be what you do as a career. 4) Expect to start at the bottom & be happy to learn. College doesn't teach you everything. 5) Volunteer. 6) Say no to some things when they impose on friends & family time. 7) Say yes to scary things. 8) Be humble.

90 weeks ago

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Jennifer Koren: *see a lot of people missing in the work place
90 weeks ago

Doug Mitchell: I read Seth Godin everyday. It is interesting that he has to state what is obvious (to me) so early and so often. Still, it's solid advice in ...MoreI read Seth Godin everyday. It is interesting that he has to state what is obvious (to me) so early and so often. Still, it's solid advice in it's clarity and simplicity. If we followed through with simplicity and clarity just imagine what the world would be?
90 weeks ago

Kelly Cuene The Wisconsin School of Business is hiring an Assistant Director of MBA Career Services. Info here: http://www.ohr.wisc.edu/pvl/pv_064333.html.

93 weeks ago from We're Hiring, The Madtown Crew, Wisconsin Badgers and Student Affairs 2 more

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Kelly Cuene The Wisconsin School of Business is hiring an Assistant Director of MBA Career Services. Info here: http://www.ohr.wisc.edu/pvl/pv_064333.html.

93 weeks ago from We're Hiring, The Madtown Crew, Wisconsin Badgers and Student Affairs 2 more

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Kelly Cuene Anyone submitting an entry to the "On, Wisconsin" contest? (http://onwisconsin.wisc.edu/). Some of the entries are really good. I like the version done by http://www.uwhiphop.com/.

102 weeks ago from Wisconsin Badgers

Kelly Cuene Hi all! An update for anyone interested in the Social Media Club of Madison: The kick-off is planned for Tuesday, February 23 from 5:30-7:00PM at Brocach Irish Pub (7 West Main Street). Learn more about the club, do some networking, and enjoy some drink specials! You can register on the event site at http://madisonsmc.eventbrite.com. More info at http://madisonsmc.org/. Anyone is welcome. Hope to see many of you there!

103 weeks ago from The Madtown Crew

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Rebecca Thorman: I've added it to my calendar, thanks Kelly!
103 weeks ago

Ellen Nordahl: Looking forward to it!!
103 weeks ago

Kelly Cuene Ryan, I just added you. Rebecca, you too. Hopefully that's cool with you! For anyone else that wants to be added, let me know or send an email to madisonsmc@gmail.com.

105 weeks ago from The Madtown Crew

Ryan Paugh: That's definitely cool with me. Thanks!
105 weeks ago

Kelly Cuene Hey Badgers! If you use Twitter and want to stay in the loop on all things UW-Madison, check out the list of UW Twitterers created by @UWMadisonNews - http://twitter.com/UWMadisonNews/uw-twitterers It includes offices, departments, schools/colleges and current students.

105 weeks ago from Wisconsin Badgers

Kelly Cuene Hey Madison folks: If you haven't already, check out the Madison Social Media Club: http://madisonsmc.org/ (@MadisonSMC). We're just getting started and would love to have some Brazen folks be a part of it. First meeting is coming up later in February!

105 weeks ago from The Madtown Crew

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Ryan Paugh: Definitely interested in getting involved, too. Let us know when the first meeting is taking place.

How can we be added to the members page on ...MoreDefinitely interested in getting involved, too. Let us know when the first meeting is taking place.

How can we be added to the members page on the site?
105 weeks ago

Lucas Dailey: I'm definitely in!
105 weeks ago

Nathan Lustig Hello fellow Badgers. Jake Wood, a former UW fb player who joined the Marines after graduation has led a civilian mission to Haiti to provide medical relief. They are completely self funded and need donations. Please check out his blog http://badgerjake.blogspot.com/ and donate if you can. I can vouch that the money will be spent actually helping people. Jake is an amazing person and is providing help as we speak. Please donate if you can. http://badgerjake.blogspot.com/

107 weeks ago from Wisconsin Badgers

Kelly Cuene: There's more on Jake and his efforts on madison.com: MoreThere's more on Jake and his efforts on madison.com: http://host.madison.com/sports/columnists/tom_mulhern/article_589de964-0...
107 weeks ago

Amy Walz Hello Fellow Badgers! What have you found to be more important to your happiness, quality of life, career, etc--- the money or the job? In other words, would you change to a job you think you'd enjoy more for less money? Or vice versa, would you change to a job you think would be more stressful for more money? Advice?!

109 weeks ago from Wisconsin Badgers

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Luke Berg: I agree with Rebecca. I fall more on the side of the job though. I recently left a job because it was stressing me out so much that I was actually ...MoreI agree with Rebecca. I fall more on the side of the job though. I recently left a job because it was stressing me out so much that I was actually getting sick. It doesn't matter what the money is, the job isn't worth your health ( mental or physical ) in my mind.
109 weeks ago

Kelly Cuene: I'm a little late to the party... but I have to agree with others here and I think both are important. Personally though, I could probably make do ...MoreI'm a little late to the party... but I have to agree with others here and I think both are important. Personally though, I could probably make do with less than I think I can in order to work at a job I love, but I don't think I could work at a job I absolutely hate for lots of money. Amy, is this a decision you have to make right now (or had to recently)?
108 weeks ago

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110 weeks ago from Brazen Careerists on Twitter

Kelly Cuene Any Badgers in Florida for the bowl game? I'll be watching from Madison, wishing I was enjoying the sun and all the live action!

110 weeks ago from Wisconsin Badgers

Chad Cooper I'm new here too, my blog is http://tech201.com. It's a site aimed at taking a computer user from beginner to intermediate, by explaining the basics and just-above basics of technology. It's not really a site for the already accomplished geek. I look forward to interacting with everyone and any questions or comments you might have.

111 weeks ago from Wordpress Bloggers

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Chad Cooper: Thanks for the suggestions, it's nice to hear what people want to see. I added the About page, which includes a way to contact and ask questions: ...MoreThanks for the suggestions, it's nice to hear what people want to see. I added the About page, which includes a way to contact and ask questions: http://tech201.com/about
111 weeks ago

Jeremiah Bourque: It's interesting. Jason does have an interesting point about writing headlines... and that style is highly appropriate for an "explanation" site.
111 weeks ago

Yuri Artibise Perhaps when big companies take responsibility for the over consumption in our society, the media companies take responsibility for the 'dumbing down' of TV and start providing insightful programs from a range of perspectives, or the food companies take their share of responsibility for marketing additive and unhealthy foodstuffs to children, them they might begin to be seens as representative of companies that Gen Y (and others aspire to work for).

112 weeks ago from Brazen Careerist's Top 50 Gen-Y Companies

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Kelly Cuene: I agree with you both - we need to curb our spending, but also hold companies accountable for their actions, and there are some on this list that ...MoreI agree with you both - we need to curb our spending, but also hold companies accountable for their actions, and there are some on this list that seem to align better with Gen Y than others. Being thoughtful about where we spend our money is key.
112 weeks ago

Bryon Ownby: I know from working for a company on this list, demographically we have a younger staff than prior companies I've been with. Also, we try to ...MoreI know from working for a company on this list, demographically we have a younger staff than prior companies I've been with. Also, we try to provide people full autonomy with their jobs (almost like an internal entrepreneurial) and a chance to grow and develop professionally in a formal setting, and encourage others to give back to the community. This is more than some places I have previously experienced. As Kelly stated, as long as the consumer demands it, the business will produce it.
112 weeks ago

Yuri Artibise It is sad to see so many corporation pushing unnecessary and unhealthy consumer products. If Gen-Y really is happy with NBC and PepsiCo, I guess they are more like their parents that they want to believe. Sad to see them sell out so early in their lives. But then again, this list is mainly a reflection of its methodology. The only thing 'Brazen' about this list is the reliance on size and cash compensation as main criteria from a site that is supposed to take a different look on business.

112 weeks ago from Brazen Careerist's Top 50 Gen-Y Companies

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Penelope Trunk: Okay, you guys. I'm listening to this conversation and I just posted on my blog about the methodology. Which I largely take responsibility for. ...MoreOkay, you guys. I'm listening to this conversation and I just posted on my blog about the methodology. Which I largely take responsibility for. Believe it or not, I spent three months thinking about what methodology would be useful. I think the important thing I was focusing on is that if you are looking to work at a big company, what list can help you narrow your choices.
112 weeks ago

Bryon Ownby: I've worked for both Fortune 500 companies, non profits, and small businesses since high school. Through my many job transitions, I take lists ...MoreI've worked for both Fortune 500 companies, non profits, and small businesses since high school. Through my many job transitions, I take lists such as this as a tool to start researching if any of those organizations match what I value. If yes, then I apply. What i have encountered is small business equal great experience but pay isn't really up to par in most cases. Has this been the experience of most Gen Y's?
112 weeks ago

Jason Lundberg I am surprised to see that NBC Universal made the list but there is no mention of General Electric -the parent company of NBC. GE has, in my opinion, one of the top leadership training programs for Gen Y in the country (which I understand wasn't necessarily a criteria of this review). Great to see the Accounting firms represented. Perhaps a comparison of this list to the top 50 places to launch a career would provide some additional insight.

112 weeks ago from Brazen Careerist's Top 50 Gen-Y Companies

Kelly Cuene: Jason - Great observation about GE. Their leadership training programs are extremely popular among the students I work with.

Interesting to see ...MoreJason - Great observation about GE. Their leadership training programs are extremely popular among the students I work with.

Interesting to see Grant Thornton top the accounting firms on this list. I wonder if it's because their employees have better work/life balance? Better pay?
112 weeks ago

Kelly Cuene Ed, I'm glad you started a Student Affairs network! We need to do some member recruiting, it seems :)

113 weeks ago from Student Affairs

Ed Cabellon: It is on my to do list today! :-)
113 weeks ago

JR Moreau: Ed, I love this group idea! Let me know if I can help you at all with recruiting folks for it and getting engagement going. You too Kelly! Excited ...MoreEd, I love this group idea! Let me know if I can help you at all with recruiting folks for it and getting engagement going. You too Kelly! Excited to hear how Higher Ed professionals keep engagement up with current and graduated students.
113 weeks ago

Ryan Paugh Where do you guys go online for DIY inspiration? Curbly.com is usually my jumping-off point.

120 weeks ago from DIY Designers & Upcyclers

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Kelly Cuene: I love the how-to section of www.younghouselove.com. ...MoreI love the how-to section of www.younghouselove.com. Many of their projects are budget-friendly - major bonus.
120 weeks ago