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Laura McCallum

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TOP IDEA: Timothy Johnson III Every day should be an excellent opportunity to seek out a new experience, meet a new person, find out something new that you can share with others. What have you learned today that you didn't know yesterday?

114 weeks ago

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Timothy Johnson III: Hi Dominique. Thanks for reading my posts! I'd definitely love to know which Swatties you know in Philadelphia . . . perhaps we know mutual people?!
92 weeks ago

JRandom42: Reminds me of what I was told by an Alzheimer's caregiver:

"Have Alzheimer's? Meet new people every day! Do new things every day! Experience new ...MoreReminds me of what I was told by an Alzheimer's caregiver:

"Have Alzheimer's? Meet new people every day! Do new things every day! Experience new things every day! Go new places every day! Have new adventures every day!"

Not politically correct, but given the grim daily life of a caregiver, a little humor is needed.
16 weeks ago

TOP IDEA: Timothy Johnson III I'm amazed at the awesome power that comes from networking - specifically, the way things start happening when you are 1.) genuinely interested in the things that people are doing and 2.) ask how you can help them in their endeavors. Try it! The results might astound you.

112 weeks ago

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Timothy Johnson III: Hi Rachel. Nice to meet you!
52 weeks ago

Megan Atkinson: @Rachel - I LOVED Linchpin! I also think Enchantment by Guy Kawasaki is an excellent read for this type of interest. :)
17 weeks ago

TOP IDEA: Laura McCallum Anyone out there read the Rich Dad, Poor Dad Series? Thoughts on financial literacy?

112 weeks ago

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Edward Antrobus: Kiyosaki is a fraud.
MoreKiyosaki is a fraud.
http://www.johntreed.com/Kiyosaki.html
http://www.cbc.ca/marketplace/2010/road_to_rich_dad/main.html
http://www.enemyofdebt.com/2010/04/my-beef-with-rich-dad-poor-dad-author...

43 weeks ago

JRandom42: My father, a successful businessman, taught me financial literacy:

"Income should always exceed outgo"

"Do not give the government cause to ...MoreMy father, a successful businessman, taught me financial literacy:

"Income should always exceed outgo"

"Do not give the government cause to investigate your finances"

"Spend some, give some, save some"

"If the financial terms can't be explained in less than 100 words, walk away from the deal"

"Trust but verify all statements"

"The quickest and easiest way to double your money is to fold it in half and put it back in your pocket"

"If something sounds too good to be true, it probably is"

"Attempt to fool the tax man at your peril"

"Double check any advice you get"
43 weeks ago

Jamie Nacht Farrell I'm always told I should have a "vision" for myself. Yet, I never have and it's led me to success - both professionally and personally. Is it necessary to have a "vision" of what you want in life? If so, does that vision have to include business and personal? And for women, is that "vision" harder to achieve based on the stereotypical 'role' of the mother in a household??? Interested in comments / especially from those who have achieved this; http://bit.ly/dovcmj

92 weeks ago from Consultants R US, Young Professional Women (YPW), Entrepreneurs, Creating a Life You Love and Ask Penelope Trunk!3 more

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Lindsay Browning: I have my vision board and it includes all elements of my vision in life-family, home, career etc. I have it where I can see it and that continues ...MoreI have my vision board and it includes all elements of my vision in life-family, home, career etc. I have it where I can see it and that continues to be my vision and motivation. You've got to work at it, but when you know what you want it makes it easier to achieve. Abundance is everything!
91 weeks ago

Elizabeth Marling: When you say you don't have a vision for yourself, can you clarify what you are referring to? Do you mean a picture of how you want your life to ...MoreWhen you say you don't have a vision for yourself, can you clarify what you are referring to? Do you mean a picture of how you want your life to be? I'm not sure I understand what you are describing, but I'm intrigued.
91 weeks ago

Laura McCallum Has anyone else seen this video entitled "Validation"? No matter who we are, and what we do, we all seek to be validated by others. This 16 minute short film is well worth the watch - and you may find your business picking up as a result! I liked it so much, I put it on my home page. By the way, all Brazen Careerists rock! You are awesome and you are great! :>) I'd love to hear what you think of it! You'll never look at a smile the same way again. http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Cbk980jV7Ao

106 weeks ago from Entrepreneurs, Consultants R US, Business Development, Biotech and Pharmaceutical Professionals and Phoenix Professionals 3 more

Dain: Touching video. Loved the message, the black and white style, as well as the music. Thanks for sharing
106 weeks ago

Christie Scott: YES! This is one of my fav. online videos! THAT is something we all want, oh, but how we screw up our lives trying to get it! Thanks for reminding ...MoreYES! This is one of my fav. online videos! THAT is something we all want, oh, but how we screw up our lives trying to get it! Thanks for reminding us of this video!
106 weeks ago

Mike Ambassador Bruny I recently had a conversation with a professor about being an entrepreneur and how many people focus on creating just based on what they want to create instead of focusing on what is needed in the world/market. How did you build your business? Was it based on a need of the outside world or just what you felt like creating?

64 weeks ago from Upstarts!, Shotgun Startups and Entrepreneurs 1 more

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Scrollwork: Mike, love how you summed up what you learned from the book writing experience!
Cheryl, a good example of people who start businesses based solely ...MoreMike, love how you summed up what you learned from the book writing experience!
Cheryl, a good example of people who start businesses based solely on their need to create would be etsy.com. Read any number of seller profiles among those who make what they sell (not the suppliers nor the vintage resellers) and you'll see a common thread.
64 weeks ago

Mike Ambassador Bruny: @Scrollwork: Thank you. I'm a little bit smarter as I plan out book #2.
64 weeks ago

TOP IDEA: Annabel Candy Getting things done is good but only if you do the right things! Do you know what you need to do to get the results you're looking for?

100 weeks ago

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Kasey Kaplan: Practice does not make perfect. Perfect practice makes perfect.
69 weeks ago

JRandom42: "Perfection is an illusion, so long as we are still human."
69 weeks ago

Laura McCallum Day 4, You Inc Star Video Challenge: How would you like to get your financial house in order? Learn how here! http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=7Lnpy-iyKXI

84 weeks ago

Laura McCallum The McCallum's officially break into Video Marketing with the You Inc Star Video Challenge, Season One, Episode 1! Let us know what you think by voting and commenting! http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=eLxyHuuf6mE

84 weeks ago

Dr. Woody Poverty hit a 16 year high according to the US Census! 14.3% or 43.6 million Americans... What does this mean to you??? See @CNN for Census numbers: http://money.cnn.com/2010/09/16/news/economy/Census_poverty_rate/index.htm

88 weeks ago from Personal Development, Professional Development, Entry-Level Young Professionals, Entrepreneurs and Young Entrepreneur Community 3 more

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Dontrell: I'll redact my longer comment from a week ago and simply write that it is about the economy, which is adversely affected by our lack of ...MoreI'll redact my longer comment from a week ago and simply write that it is about the economy, which is adversely affected by our lack of understanding fundamental phenomena (let alone economic) principles, as the latter encourages cheats to operate on pretend money (that is, your and my labor). Since these little blurbs appear to pass Brazen's filters more easily, I had to go with the abstract, but sufficient version.
86 weeks ago

Dr. Woody: Great comments!!! It's easy to forget that even with our "wealthy nation" status, we have poverty too. Though we may define it differently than in ...MoreGreat comments!!! It's easy to forget that even with our "wealthy nation" status, we have poverty too. Though we may define it differently than in many third world countires, it is nonetheless a real concern here in our backyard that we should all be aware of!
85 weeks ago

Lindsay Browning Any tips for speaking/presenting in public? I enjoy presenting but in those few minutes before I go on I feel nerves, and as I start that little lump in my throat happens. I am always well prepared so if anyone has any tips it would be great

93 weeks ago from Professional Development and Personal Branding

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Clara Kuo: First, I would agree with Dr. Woody that it helps to pace around and get a feel of the space before your presentation. During your preso, since ...MoreFirst, I would agree with Dr. Woody that it helps to pace around and get a feel of the space before your presentation. During your preso, since you should already know your material well, focus on the enthusiasm you have on that topic, find a smiling person in the room, and just go for it! It helps to turn that nervous energy into positive energy.
92 weeks ago

Vickie Elmer: I try to spend a few minutes before the speech visualizing success - a lot of applause or people staying afterward to talk to me or the thank you ...MoreI try to spend a few minutes before the speech visualizing success - a lot of applause or people staying afterward to talk to me or the thank you note from the organizer full of praise. And then I look for a friendly face in the middle of the audience - usually around 15 rows in - and speak to her or him at first. Focusing on one person initially helps make me less nervous (about a huge crowd, or even a small turnout).
92 weeks ago

Michael Felberbaum Be interested to see what you think of my latest post on measuring your performance if you are self-employed http://numespot.com/2010/08/how-are-you-doing/

92 weeks ago from Entrepreneurs

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Jamie Nacht Farrell: All great ideas; thank you - I will incorporate. Something it made me think to do is to send clients an "assessment" when completing a project. ...MoreAll great ideas; thank you - I will incorporate. Something it made me think to do is to send clients an "assessment" when completing a project. Instead of asking the overall, "how did I do?" which is a broad question - perhaps a 10 question assessment with specific questions makes sense?
92 weeks ago

Laura McCallum: Great, job, Michael! I left you some feedback.
92 weeks ago

Lindsay Browning How do you handle working with a co-worker who is negative?

93 weeks ago from Professional Development and Human Resources

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Laura McCallum: Great stuff. There are four sections in Dale Carnegie's book, the one about "Being a leader- changing people's attitudes and behaviors" has nine ...MoreGreat stuff. There are four sections in Dale Carnegie's book, the one about "Being a leader- changing people's attitudes and behaviors" has nine points:
Begin with praise and honest appreciation
Call attention to people's mistakes indirectly
Talk about your own mistakes before criticizing the other person
Ask questions instead of giving direct orders
Let the other person save face
Praise the slightest improvement
Give them a fine reputation to live up to
Use encouragement, make the fault seem easy to correct
Make them happy to do what you suggest

The book goes into detail about exactly how to do these things using real life examples. These principles apply in every situation!

93 weeks ago

Becky Benishek: @William, just saw the QBQ book referenced in a post on our site after seeing you mention it. Signs point to me checking it out!
I completely ...More@William, just saw the QBQ book referenced in a post on our site after seeing you mention it. Signs point to me checking it out!
I completely agree with the thought that the only person you can really control is yourself.
93 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!

95 weeks ago from Social Media Marketers and Community Managers

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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.
95 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.
94 weeks ago

Becky Benishek My old gym coach-turned-entrepreneur to help others stay healthy just said that he thinks schools should help develop entrepreneurs. I think that's a great idea! What do you think? And what level should they start, college, high school -- or earlier?

95 weeks ago from Professional Development

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Laura McCallum: Becky, I've started a professional group on LinkedIn called Financial Literacy For All. You and anyone else that would like to join me there are ...MoreBecky, I've started a professional group on LinkedIn called Financial Literacy For All. You and anyone else that would like to join me there are welcome. I've posted some great resources in book form that have helped me. Send me a friend request there:

http://www.linkedin.com/in/immunehealthsolutions

My e-mail if it asks Laura@McCallumEnterprises.com
95 weeks ago

Becky Benishek: I certainly will, thank you!
95 weeks ago

Julia Kious Zabell What is your relationship to money? What does it mean that money is more important to a Gen Y'er than "developing a meaningful philosophy on life?" "In an annual survey...the percentage who say [money] is "essential" ...to be "very well off financially" grew from 41.9% in 1967 to 74.5% in 2005; "developing a meaningful philosophy of life" dropped in importance from 85.8% in 1967 to 45% in 2005." Quote taken from USA Today, www.usatoday.com/news/nation/2007-01-09-gen-y-cover_x.htm

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Kenji Crosland: This study surprises me. I can only speak for people my age whom I know, but for most a meaningful philosophy is much more important than money.
95 weeks ago

Emily Vasile: Money is absolutely not more important than developing a meaningful philosophy on life, although as discussed above, it does allow us to be ...MoreMoney is absolutely not more important than developing a meaningful philosophy on life, although as discussed above, it does allow us to be nourished, clothed, housed... and pursue deeper meaning without having to worry about bare necessities. I think many people could learn to live with a lot less than accustomed, and would do so if it meant pursuing a deeper sense of purpose.
95 weeks ago

Justin Mares I have been working on starting my own company for almost 8 months now, and am running into some problems. When I began this journey, I thought I would have traction and a larger user base by now. Anyone have any experience breaking out of a rut and gaining traction again?

96 weeks ago from Entrepreneurs

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Laura McCallum: Justin, have you aligned yourself with leaders who are where you want to be? That has kept me in a forward moving momentum. If you'd like to take ...MoreJustin, have you aligned yourself with leaders who are where you want to be? That has kept me in a forward moving momentum. If you'd like to take a free Entrepreneur Profiling Interview, send me a request at Laura@McCallumEnterprises.com - put this title in the subject line.
96 weeks ago

Justin Mares: Thanks guys for the words of advice. To respond, my perfect world is one where I graduate having the experience of successfully launching a ...MoreThanks guys for the words of advice. To respond, my perfect world is one where I graduate having the experience of successfully launching a company in school. I am not opposed to working hard, and know that all the work would be worth it if I could graduate as the founder of a company.
96 weeks ago

Sabera (Kapasi) Photographer Hi everyone! As some of you may know, I recently started catering healthy Indian food in the Twin Cities, MN. The business is on a very small scale right now (I only supply to friends) but I am really keen on ramping up. Have you or anyone you know opened a catering / food business? I believe there are licenses involved. How did you go about it? What should I start reading and educating myself about? What questions should I be asking myself?

99 weeks ago from Slash Jobs, I Love to Cook!, Entrepreneurs and Ask Penelope Trunk!2 more

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Aamer Iqbal: @Sabera, what is included in a healthy Indian menu? Most snacks are deep fried e.g. samosas; then there are parathas and qormas. A chat (not what ...More@Sabera, what is included in a healthy Indian menu? Most snacks are deep fried e.g. samosas; then there are parathas and qormas. A chat (not what many are thinking) is probably the only healthy one I can think of right now. Your input can help my menu planning too :)
97 weeks ago

Sabera (Kapasi) Photographer: Aamer - The dishes you mentioned are mainly served in restaurants and fancier Indian theme dinners. So what you mention really is the 'special ...MoreAamer - The dishes you mentioned are mainly served in restaurants and fancier Indian theme dinners. So what you mention really is the 'special occasion' food in Indian cooking. Everyday Indian cooking prepared in Indian households is healthy, nutritious and when prepared appropriately, perfect for maintaining good health when accompanied with moderate daily exercise. Visit my blog for recipes.
96 weeks ago

Laura McCallum Hi Sabera; Great idea for a group! Thanks for the invite. I do volunteer work full time, and have three marketing companies that I am aligned with that complement one another to provide the full spectrum of "Healthy, Wealthy, and Wise." This supports me and enables me to keep going in my volunteer work. Keeps me busy but I love it!

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97 weeks ago

Kshitij Vijay Chandrakar As a entrepreneur group member I am hoping for your support on a new group that I have initiated specific to lead/demand generation and sales support activities, irrespective of our designated profiles we have been involved with these activities somewhere, in some measure at some time , please do consider joining this group and sharing your knowledge and experiences. Cheers.. Kshitij. Skype: Kshitij.vijay.chandrakar

99 weeks ago from Entrepreneurs

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Laura McCallum: Kshitij;

What a great idea! I am a professional marketing coach, so would be happy to coach anyone who is considering starting their own ...MoreKshitij;

What a great idea! I am a professional marketing coach, so would be happy to coach anyone who is considering starting their own business, or a current entrepreneur who would like to be even more successful. You can see our story here:
http://McCallumEnterprises.com
I also have a free Entrepreneur Profiling Interview I provide on request through e-mail to help you determine if entrepreneurship is right for you, or where you need to focus next if you already are here: Laura@McCallumEnterprises.com
99 weeks ago

Kayla Zajec This morning I received a call from my old boss. I disclosed this with a colleague of mine. His face looked repulsed.The entire time I have known this colleague, he has been very focused on the importance of relationships. I was a bit shocked at his reaction. His exact words were, “he left, he is dead to me.” Just because an individual chooses to change companies for his or her own needs does not remove that individual from any frame of reference. Or does it? http://kaylapurereflections.com

99 weeks ago from Professional Development

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Rebecca Thorman: I think it depends. You might not be fully aware of their relationship, but granted, that is a strange thing to say. I have "burned bridges" as ...MoreI think it depends. You might not be fully aware of their relationship, but granted, that is a strange thing to say. I have "burned bridges" as they say and have not regretted it. In my case, an old boss was often badgering and abusive. I will never say anything bad about him in public (since he is a very public figure), but I saw no reason to keep responding to his texts, emails or stay friends with him on Facebook. I think that's where I draw the line. I'll do what's good for me in private, but won't speak badly about someone in public.
99 weeks ago

Ashley A. Reed, PHR: Once upon a long time ago, I worked for a company that I loved but ended up leaving because of one particular manager that I believed was both ...MoreOnce upon a long time ago, I worked for a company that I loved but ended up leaving because of one particular manager that I believed was both abusive and a walking lawsuit. My bosses knew this and I respected them despite how long it took for them to let this manager go (loong after I left the company). However, I maintained my relationships with those two bosses and helped them out numerous times months after leaving to be on call to answer questions for the person who took my position. Years later, I get one job interview in the week I found out I was getting laid off(I saw the writing on the wall and started the job hunt), and lo and behold, my interviewer knew one of my former bosses personally. He called her and she raved about how fabulous I was, and I got the job - when otherwise I might be among the unemployed in this economy. In my mind, just because someone leaves a company doesn't mean they should be dead to their previous colleagues. That's taking it too personally - and business is business - and people leave for personal and career growth. Unless its an abusive individual you choose to disconnect from for a good reason, I'd also say never to burn bridges. You never know when your past will come back and make or break a current opportunity.
99 weeks ago

Ryan Healy Just did an interview with PBS Nightly News via Skype. I was a tad bit nervous at first, but it ended up going great! Check it out tomorrow night at 630 EST, and hopefully they put in the part about Brazen Careerist :)

99 weeks ago from Personal Branding, GenYChat and Entrepreneurs 1 more

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Ryan Healy: Hey all, here's a link to the show from last night! MoreHey all, here's a link to the show from last night! http://video.pbs.org/video/1534477220. It starts around the 21 minute mark.
99 weeks ago

Jeremiah Bourque: That's wonderful! I'll enjoy taking a look.
99 weeks ago

William Bryan I went to the Get Motivated Seminar today and it was awesome. I highly recommend it for everyone that wants to grow personally. Some of the lessons that was expressed was to invest in yourself today! Others were to give to others more than you give to yourself. The reason for this is because when you give to others it comes back to you 10 folds. Then do the little things in your life and in other peoples lives!! For example thank you notes for a good job and such. Do you believe these lessons?

100 weeks ago from Business Development

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William Bryan: It was in Omaha, NE. The next events are going to be in Chattanooga on July 20 and Knoxville on July 21.
100 weeks ago

Laura McCallum: Absolutely. Take care of your team, put their interests first, and you are automatically taken care of. One of my mentors says on his daily wake ...MoreAbsolutely. Take care of your team, put their interests first, and you are automatically taken care of. One of my mentors says on his daily wake up calls to do something today for someone else with the full knowledge that they could never ever repay you. That's why I am a Pay It Forward business!
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