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Kelsey Balcaitis PS. Anyone use GoodReads.com? I highly recommend it! It's like a Netflix queue, but for your books.

128 weeks ago from Book Shelf

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Tessara Dudley: I love GoodReads, though I'm not on as much as I ought to be...
21 weeks ago
Natasha Smith: I'm a fan of librarything, too...I've gotten a few review copies of books through the site, which has been a lot of fun!
18 weeks ago
 
Kelsey Balcaitis Credit Unions have continued to get a lot of great press out there as a result of the economic climate. What do you love about your credit union? Why would you recommend it to someone?

84 weeks ago from Credit Union Folks and Fans

Rebecca Thorman: Best online banking, friendly people, great customer service. The online banking is my favorite part though. It's easy to do everything online ...MoreBest online banking, friendly people, great customer service. The online banking is my favorite part though. It's easy to do everything online (from create savings accounts to pay bills) and they have a fab interface.
84 weeks ago
 
Kelsey Balcaitis I need your vote! I entered in a contest to become the Next Top Credit Union Exec. It's for credit union employees age 35 and under. This is an excellent opportunity for me and I would appreciate if you could take a couple seconds and vote for me- Kelsey Balcaitis, Southwest Region. View my entry and vote here: http://www.nexttopcreditunionexec.com/vote/. Thank you so much!

87 weeks ago

 
Kelsey Balcaitis Do you use a personal financial management program? If so, is it provided by your financial institution (though your online banking), or is it an online program such as mint.com?

91 weeks ago from Personal Finance

Rebecca Thorman: I have my own financial system, that my bank makes it easy to facilitate with different accounts. I've used mint.com but since it doesn't ...MoreI have my own financial system, that my bank makes it easy to facilitate with different accounts. I've used mint.com but since it doesn't currently allow me to import all of my different accounts at different institutions successfully, I can't use it :(
90 weeks ago
Elysa Rice: I use mint.com and I have the iPhone app. All of my accounts are connected on there including my car loan and my IRA at work. I'm a huge fan.
90 weeks ago
 
Kelsey Balcaitis To learn more about the political issues that could impact credit unions and their members check out http://www.cuna.org/. Some specific issues to look at include Member Business Lending, which would allow credit unions to lend more money to small business owners, especially those who may have been turned down by banks, also proposed Interchange amendments that would only cost members more money. What are your thoughts?

91 weeks ago from Credit Union Folks and Fans

 
Kelsey Balcaitis Just finished "Crush It" by Gary Vaynerchuk. I didn't find this book particularly mind-blowing or containing information that hasn't been said a million times other places. Some of his info was good, but I felt like he was just praising himself for most of the book. If you aren't familiar with social media or entrepreneurship, but have an idea you want to grow, this is the book for you. But if you have some background in social media, you might find this book a little repetitive. Anyone else?

91 weeks ago from Book Shelf

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: supporting social intelligence,social emotional,social skills within building positive relation ship are the latest books in international library ...Moresupporting social intelligence,social emotional,social skills within building positive relation ship are the latest books in international library reporting to sociology books category written by sociologist advisory
91 weeks ago
Gabrielle: Yes - I got it free through a contest but it lost my interest only 5 chapters into it. It is very repetitive after reading so many other inspiring ...MoreYes - I got it free through a contest but it lost my interest only 5 chapters into it. It is very repetitive after reading so many other inspiring books on the same topic. I usually save quotes from books that inspire me but this one didn't unfortunately. I'm sure the people just discovering these types of books were enthralled. Many people didn't like Timothy Feriss' book, The 4 Hour Workweek, but the audiobook version is very convincing and inspiring.
84 weeks ago
 
Kelsey Balcaitis Video from CBS Money Watch. "Break Up With Your Bank- Move to a Credit Union". http://moneywatch.bnet.com/economic-news/video/break-up-with-your-bank-j...

93 weeks ago from Credit Union Folks and Fans

 
Kelsey Balcaitis Does anyone know how to transfer/export/import a blogger blog to tumblr? Or even posterous? I'm hoping to transfer all past posts, but I just can't figure it out. Thanks!

94 weeks ago from Social Media Marketers

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Tameem Qazi: here's some additional info.
Morehere's some additional info.
http://jonnytran.tumblr.com/post/221876842/import-blogger-posts-to-your-...
94 weeks ago
Kelsey Balcaitis: thanks! i'll give it a try!
93 weeks ago
 
Michael Felberbaum Sometimes I walk into a bookstore and my brain nearly explodes. The sheer volume of things I'd like to read is overwhelming. Does anyone else have this experience? What do you do?

95 weeks ago from Personal Development

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Mike Ambassador Bruny: I'm pretty good in the bookstores, it's the discount places like BJ's where I can find the new books at discount prices that get me. I usually ...MoreI'm pretty good in the bookstores, it's the discount places like BJ's where I can find the new books at discount prices that get me. I usually end up buying one whenever I go. I recently went to the Entrepreneurs Magazine Growth Conference in Miami and they gave us a bunch of books that has me pacified for the moment. (who am I kidding).
Your Ambassador,
Bruny
93 weeks ago
Jennifer Koren: I only go into a bookstore when I know the book that I want to buy. I do feel at times as if 'where do I start?'. So I only make the trip when ...MoreI only go into a bookstore when I know the book that I want to buy. I do feel at times as if 'where do I start?'. So I only make the trip when I'm ready for my next read and know what I want...however I think that's how I treat all my shopping trips!
93 weeks ago
 
Kelsey Balcaitis My current TV obsessions are the Good Wife on CBS and Castle on ABC. I love these shows. Anyone else enjoy these shows? Also, Glee starts up again next week- who's excited??

96 weeks ago from Television (Couch Potatoes)

Vincent: I was a Glee fan then stopped watching because it got repetitive and I lost interest. Just before the start of this season, prodded by all the ...MoreI was a Glee fan then stopped watching because it got repetitive and I lost interest. Just before the start of this season, prodded by all the positive hype, I started watching again. It's been amazing so far. I particularly like the drama of Kurt and his father.
91 weeks ago
 
Kelsey Balcaitis Anyone read "Googled" by Ken Auletta? I am just about finished and found the book extremely interesting. It talks a lot about how Google disrupted "the way things were" and how they have forced competitors to change too. Part of me saw a potential danger in one company controlling so much, but the other part of me agrees that Google is pointing out inefficiencies that need to be changed for the consumer. I was also able to relate it to the industry I work in and how we are slow to change.

96 weeks ago from Book Shelf

Gabor Maroti Dr.: Probably you are right, but I think Google is only another way of getting information, it is a tool like a catalogue in a big library, if you ...MoreProbably you are right, but I think Google is only another way of getting information, it is a tool like a catalogue in a big library, if you cannot specify your search parameters, you will have approx. 10,000 hits . Maybe Google is not the best achievable method of searching, but at present who can come up with a better idea, which may conquer it?
96 weeks ago
 
Carmille Looking for the most organized way to sort book list. Goodreads, Google Books, weRead...which bookshelf app do you use/recommend?

96 weeks ago from Book Shelf

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Katherine Zuk: Goodreads is definitely a good one, in my opinion at least. I really love that you can connect with your friends on there and share ideas with them.
95 weeks ago
Janae' Martin: Also recommend Goodreads. It helps me look for new books when I can't think of anything in particular, and it helps me manage my lists (To-read, ...MoreAlso recommend Goodreads. It helps me look for new books when I can't think of anything in particular, and it helps me manage my lists (To-read, Read, To-finish, etc.) Also, you can read great reviews from fellow readers, but I guess that feature is on most online bookclubs.
95 weeks ago
 
Kelsey Balcaitis From the NYT: Article on FB Ads and how odd some of them are. I agree with most of the article, some of the ads are just weird- like the baby ones, and some are misleading- like the "try a free iPad" ones. The article talks about people who wonder if their information is being used appropriately. It'll be interesting to see if FB cracks down on these types of ads. I doubt they will, they make a lot of money from their ads. http://www.nytimes.com/2010/03/04/technology/04facebook.html?th&emc=th

101 weeks ago from Social Media Marketers

 
Rebecca Thorman Saw this and thought of you, Kelsey - Banking on Gen-Y According to a survey performed by Cisco's Internet Business Solutions Group, banks can expect to see long-term revenue gains of up to 10% by engaging Gen-Y consumers in social media. The report found that Gen-Y, while not yet major earners, is very trusting of financial institutions that offer professional financial advice. This broke from the researchers' expectations of low trust levels because of the recent banking troubles.

101 weeks ago from Credit Union Folks and Fans

Rebecca Thorman: Banks that offer advice and online tools will find a very willing base. One third of those surveyed were open to having a completely virtual ...MoreBanks that offer advice and online tools will find a very willing base. One third of those surveyed were open to having a completely virtual relationship with their bank. Another 40% currently use online tools offered by their banks and are four times more likely to post financial questions on blogs and forums.
http://www.americanbanker.com/bulletins/cisco-study-social-media-key-101...
101 weeks ago
Kelsey Balcaitis: Thanks for sharing- this information is very interesting. Sadly though, I believe it. Most Gen Y'ers don't know what a credit union is and most ...MoreThanks for sharing- this information is very interesting. Sadly though, I believe it. Most Gen Y'ers don't know what a credit union is and most credit unions lack the higher tech programs for things like online and mobile banking. It's been a continual struggle for credit unions to attract and retain gen y members. Many think that social media is the golden ticket and ignore online services. This will be key in getting Gen Y in the door. Thanks!
101 weeks ago
 
Kelsey Balcaitis Bought The Script's self-titled CD and I am in love. The music is great, but I especially love listening to the lyrics. If you're looking to try a new band, I recommend them.

101 weeks ago from Music

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Kirk DaPonte: I agree. I just checked out a few of their songs. Great stuff. :)
101 weeks ago
Mehnaz Thawer: I LOVE THEM! Listen to Elbow if you get a chance. They're amazing too!
96 weeks ago
 
Kelsey Balcaitis So I work for a credit union and I'm attending a govt. affairs conference this week. We're talking a lot about advocacy and getting members and young adults involved. I'm curious, would you be interested in learning (via different social media tools- FB, Twitter, blogs, etc.) about political issues that would affect financial service offerings, whether for a bank or credit union? Or would that turn you off from the company? Appreciate any comments you would have.

102 weeks ago from Personal Finance

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Mehul Kar: I'm subscribed to the Small Business Committee blog (I think that's what it is called), and I (try) to follow along there about what is going on. ...MoreI'm subscribed to the Small Business Committee blog (I think that's what it is called), and I (try) to follow along there about what is going on.
Trouble with financial and political news is that (1) there is tooooooo much of it and (2) it's boring to read (maybe because 99% of it is irrelevant and the articles are too long).
I might follow if someone was just tweeting interesting tidbits, or sending me updates. I just wouldn't want the social media to just direct me to the long articles that I already hate reading.
102 weeks ago
Kelsey Balcaitis: Thanks for your feedback! I really appreciate it. I agree with @Mehul, sometimes there is just too much out there. It would require sifting ...MoreThanks for your feedback! I really appreciate it. I agree with @Mehul, sometimes there is just too much out there. It would require sifting through and only posting the really relevant stuff. @Rebecca- what sort of issues would turn you off? What would you be most interested in?

@Emily, yeah that would be awesome! Feel free to send a message whenever!
101 weeks ago
 
Kelsey Balcaitis Would you be interested in learning more about the issues that affect credit unions and their members via social media tools like Facebook, Twitter, blogs, etc.? Or would that turn you off?

102 weeks ago from Credit Union Folks and Fans

 
Kelsey Balcaitis running a little behind on this... @livelaughlove32

104 weeks ago from Brazen Careerists on Twitter

Mehul Kar: badgers and packers? are you from the WI area?
101 weeks ago
 
Sometimes I wish that I owned an espresso machine at home just so that I could make cappuccinos. I'm in love with the silky foam (I love sugar, so I like to sprinkle sugar in the raw on top of my foam). Do you own your own machine? If so, did you invest in a good one? Have you tried one of those cheap machines and if so, do they suck?

105 weeks ago from Coffee

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Kanav: I am a huge fan of coffee, but have never tried making one with a home machine. Can someone spill some light on this topic in detail, what machine ...MoreI am a huge fan of coffee, but have never tried making one with a home machine. Can someone spill some light on this topic in detail, what machine to get and what types of beans to use? In Denmark and Germany there were so many varieties that I steered away from complications.

Cheers!
105 weeks ago
Heather Conroy: I have a fully automatic italian monster-it was expensive but it has paid for itself already I think. You can get a little Nespresso machine with ...MoreI have a fully automatic italian monster-it was expensive but it has paid for itself already I think. You can get a little Nespresso machine with coffee pods that is about one quarter the price (and has a milk frother) and it will make you an amazing coffee. If I had known they were so good I propbably would have bought one of those instead.
105 weeks ago
 
Kelsey Balcaitis I'm about five seasons late, but I've started watching How I Met Your Mother and I love this show. I can't watch the episodes fast enough. Luckily Netflix keeps it from becoming an obsession since I have to wait 2 days for the next disc to come. But still, this show is legen- wait for it- dary!

105 weeks ago from Television (Couch Potatoes)

 
Kelsey Balcaitis http://www.briansolis.com/2010/01/social-marketing-in-twenty-ten/ Social Media Marketing in 2010, some predications from Brian Solis. I really enjoyed this article because I've been wondering how SM will change this year. I enjoyed the predictions made about mobile. My department (mkt) has been trying to get mobile going and hope this is the year we do. But I wonder what your thoughts are- what is the future of SM? Also, if metrics are to go beyond clicks/fans/etc., what should we use?

107 weeks ago from Social Media Marketers

 
Kelsey Balcaitis Saw this article today- financial institutions using information from social networks when analyzing potential borrowers and customers. http://www.sfgate.com/cgi-bin/blogs/esandberg/detail??blogid=132&entry_i...

107 weeks ago from Personal Finance

Matthew Bingham: Wow, interesting.
107 weeks ago
 
Kelsey Balcaitis I found this article interesting- financial institutions searching social media networks to check on potential borrowers and their risks. Do you think this is a good or bad use of social media? Is privacy on the web over? http://www.sfgate.com/cgi-bin/blogs/esandberg/detail??blogid=132&entry_i...

107 weeks ago from Social Media Marketers

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Rebecca Thorman: Wow, this is slightly insane. I mean, I get it - when I was hiring people, I always looked at their profiles, so it stands to reason that other ...MoreWow, this is slightly insane. I mean, I get it - when I was hiring people, I always looked at their profiles, so it stands to reason that other industries will do that too - but as I see that happening, it's easier to see the negative implications. Eventually, it will have less to do with privacy and more to do w/ we'll hide our true selves, and that is certainly bad. I too, would be interested in your thoughts Kelsey.
107 weeks ago
Kelsey Balcaitis: I agree, privacy on the web has become much harder to protect than in the past. It's up to the person to protect it, rather than the network. I ...MoreI agree, privacy on the web has become much harder to protect than in the past. It's up to the person to protect it, rather than the network. I agree with Rachel that credit companies are going to have a hard time determining and proving what is relevant from your social networks. However I don't necessarily see people hiding their true selves. For better or worse, I see more govt. intervention putting restrictions on what companies can and cannot use or do with regards to social networks.
107 weeks ago
 
Kelsey Balcaitis Have you learned from your parents' financial mistakes? Or are you headed down the same path? For me, I think that I have inherited some of their financial issues, but I am able to recognize when that mistake has been made and been fortunate enough to correct it earlier in life.

108 weeks ago from Personal Finance

Russell Allert: I have totally followed in my parents footsteps as far as finances go. At least, I used to. Once I realised what I was doing I was quick to change ...MoreI have totally followed in my parents footsteps as far as finances go. At least, I used to. Once I realised what I was doing I was quick to change it. And now I write a blog on personal finance! (www.ozsavings.com)
108 weeks ago
Matthew Bingham: I still to this day follow some financial rules set forth by my father, but have changed on some too. I have a hybrid of my own rules mixed with ...MoreI still to this day follow some financial rules set forth by my father, but have changed on some too. I have a hybrid of my own rules mixed with his. My father is 71 so some old schoold savings rules are still in his arsenal. But, the fundamentals (don't spend a dime when you get a nickel, don't put anything on your CC if you don't have the cash to pay for it) still thrive with me to this day.
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Friends, family, reading, music, sports, volleyball, social media, The Office, Glee, traveling, listening, peppermint mochas, holidays, cuddling with my doggies, running, meeting new people, helping others...
Goals
  1. Learn as much as possible.
  2. Be confident in myself and my decisions.
  3. Be financially stable by end of 2010.
  4. Run a half marathon by end of 2011.
  5. Travel to Australia by end of 2015.
Favorite Quote
From a Starbucks cup: "The most important thing in life is to stop saying "I wish" and start saying "I will." Consider nothing impossible then treat possibilities as probabilities."

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