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TOP IDEA:
Trace Cohen
Breaking The Social Norms #1: Favoritism - http://www.brazencareerist/2010/02/01/breaking-the-social-norms-1-favori...
JRandom42:
Trace, think of FEMA's response to Hurricane Katrina and what happened in New Orleans, Sept 1, 2005. And FEMA is the Federal Emergency Management ...MoreTrace, think of FEMA's response to Hurricane Katrina and what happened in New Orleans, Sept 1, 2005. And FEMA is the Federal Emergency Management Agency, and Michael Brown's previous occupation before being appointed Director, was managing Arabian Horse shows, and he was selected over several far more qualified candidates by President Bush.
120 weeks ago
120 weeks ago
Trace Cohen:
Thank you for clarifying that, it is really an unfortunate turn of events. This is definitely an example of favoritism as he obviously knew the ...MoreThank you for clarifying that, it is really an unfortunate turn of events. This is definitely an example of favoritism as he obviously knew the right people and was in good favor. I will look more into this.
120 weeks ago
120 weeks ago
TOP IDEA:
Ashley Nicole Campbell
Reverse Ageism - http://www.brazencareerist/2010/02/07/reverse-ageism
Aaron King:
After reading your post, I would try to observe some of the intances that you mentioned in our company, the Debt Management. Thanks for sharing ...MoreAfter reading your post, I would try to observe some of the intances that you mentioned in our company, the Debt Management. Thanks for sharing this. I will share later how the reverse ageism look like here.
77 weeks ago
77 weeks ago
Aaron Evans:
Hi Ashley,
I enjoyed your post thoroughly about the stereotypes and misconceptions that us older people have towards the younger ...MoreHi Ashley,
I enjoyed your post thoroughly about the stereotypes and misconceptions that us older people have towards the younger generations.
Those stereotypes have been used on me when I was in my 20's, or at least I felt the same frustration you feel. I think experience is what you actually experience or learn about, right? I think it is safe to say that todays young people have an opportunity to learn much more faster, and thus experience more at an earlier age. With so much interconnected now, I think this is very true.
The one thing I would like young people to harness and talk about more, is their passion and emotion! I see a passion, and a connectedness (is that a word?) with their surroundings, and the surroundings of others throughout the community that I have never seen in my generation or others. This is a very good thing! I think when people harness this passion, and this urge to do what is right for everyone on the planet, good things will happen for our planet and for the people and resources on the planet.
To all Gen Xers Yers and all others, let's focus more on what is our passion, and less about what pays the bills. If we do what we are passionate about, the bills will be paid eventually. I am just dissapointed in myself, that it has taken me so many years to understand this.
Great post, I hope to read more.
All the best,
Aaron
77 weeks ago
I enjoyed your post thoroughly about the stereotypes and misconceptions that us older people have towards the younger ...MoreHi Ashley,
I enjoyed your post thoroughly about the stereotypes and misconceptions that us older people have towards the younger generations.
Those stereotypes have been used on me when I was in my 20's, or at least I felt the same frustration you feel. I think experience is what you actually experience or learn about, right? I think it is safe to say that todays young people have an opportunity to learn much more faster, and thus experience more at an earlier age. With so much interconnected now, I think this is very true.
The one thing I would like young people to harness and talk about more, is their passion and emotion! I see a passion, and a connectedness (is that a word?) with their surroundings, and the surroundings of others throughout the community that I have never seen in my generation or others. This is a very good thing! I think when people harness this passion, and this urge to do what is right for everyone on the planet, good things will happen for our planet and for the people and resources on the planet.
To all Gen Xers Yers and all others, let's focus more on what is our passion, and less about what pays the bills. If we do what we are passionate about, the bills will be paid eventually. I am just dissapointed in myself, that it has taken me so many years to understand this.
Great post, I hope to read more.
All the best,
Aaron
77 weeks ago
Angie Roach
After last week's webinar with Seth Godin, I went and picked up "The Dip" and now I'm more confused than ever! I'm struggling is it a dip or a cul-de-sac when you fear that the obstacle you need to overcome to move beyond is changing the mindset of the leadership and influencers that can get you to the next level. My fear that if I don't ever change how they view what is important and give new things a try, my dip will turn into a cul-de-sac....any advice?
107 weeks ago from Ask Penelope Trunk! and Ask A Coach
Caroline Ceniza-Levine:
@Angie, why not consider doing both -- attempting to change internally and do more of what you want but also becoming more vigilant should ...More@Angie, why not consider doing both -- attempting to change internally and do more of what you want but also becoming more vigilant should external opportunities arise. In some ways, we should all manage our careers that way -- doing the best job we can where we are but also being open to other better things.
106 weeks ago
106 weeks ago
Aamer Iqbal:
@Caroline: I agree with your point that a coach is a facilitator, a partner, and the choice to act is your own. One may begin by asking oneself, ...More@Caroline: I agree with your point that a coach is a facilitator, a partner, and the choice to act is your own. One may begin by asking oneself, "Who's responsible for my results?"
106 weeks ago
106 weeks ago
Penelope Trunk
Today I was helping someone apply for her dream job. I've been mentoring her for about three months now. I didn't find out til today that she is black. She said she took everything off her resume that might give it away - like, she was president of a black student organization, but she took off the black part when she wrote it in her resume. Her career counseling offfice told her to do that. I can understand why they told her that advice. I was surprised, though. What do you guys think?
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Allison Jones:
I've been wondering about this when it comes to social networking as a tool for branding and career advancement. Does having my picture up alter ...MoreI've been wondering about this when it comes to social networking as a tool for branding and career advancement. Does having my picture up alter people's perceptions of my work or willingness to work with me? If it happens offline is it safe to say it happens online as well?
110 weeks ago
110 weeks ago
Ruth Adu-Gyamfi:
This is one of many issues I face post graduation. I agree that you do want to increase your chance of getting your foot in the door. If that ...MoreThis is one of many issues I face post graduation. I agree that you do want to increase your chance of getting your foot in the door. If that means downplaying characteristics that may inadvertently hurt your chances of gaining a “dream job”, so be it. Change can happen, but it occurs from the inside and that’s hard to do if your name hurts your chance of even getting in. @Kim I think you are bringing an honest perspective to this question. Thanks for the articles. Gen Y’s view on the race issue is a grave improvement then previous generations but the world we live in is not solely Gen Y. Institutional racism still exists and at the end of the day in order to have a chance at success you must know the rules of engagement; which might be being Roger instead of Rahj. @ Sean That is the world we are striving to live in.
110 weeks ago
110 weeks ago
TOP IDEA:
Brice
I would like to save my company at least 10% on IT purchases.
paulmacp:
My 2 cents, single source and make a deal up front for the source to maintain a certain margin per unit shipped above their cost of what ever it ...MoreMy 2 cents, single source and make a deal up front for the source to maintain a certain margin per unit shipped above their cost of what ever it is. Review service contracts and get realistic about what you need support on and what you don't.
111 weeks ago
111 weeks ago
Brice:
Right on, I have an idea, but it is convincing the right people that it is worth a bit of work for massive savings in the long run.
So much day ...MoreRight on, I have an idea, but it is convincing the right people that it is worth a bit of work for massive savings in the long run.
So much day to day I do right now, not much energy after work for more work.
111 weeks ago
So much day ...MoreRight on, I have an idea, but it is convincing the right people that it is worth a bit of work for massive savings in the long run.
So much day to day I do right now, not much energy after work for more work.
111 weeks ago
Lori Dreyer
@Marci: Thanks Marci! Appreciate the advise- Interesting profession you are in !! L. Dreyer
Cecilia Ussher
Is it better to quit or be laid off?
Stanley Lee:
Depends on the purpose of what you're talking about. If you're talking about unemployment insurance and severance package, the latter case is ...MoreDepends on the purpose of what you're talking about. If you're talking about unemployment insurance and severance package, the latter case is better. If you're talking about what to answer during an interview, I don't think it matters as long as you're truthful. Layoffs happen, as other contributors said, but you can also choose to move onto new opportunities (P mentioned it in her answer to an earlier similar question).
119 weeks ago
119 weeks ago
Maurice Walshe:
Well id say getting laid off as dependant on your employer/country you might miss out on any redundancy pay.
how ever if you can see the ...MoreWell id say getting laid off as dependant on your employer/country you might miss out on any redundancy pay.
how ever if you can see the companys going down and you can obtain a new post id go for it (but also see if you could take volentary redunadancy which might give you a bigger pay out)
118 weeks ago
how ever if you can see the ...MoreWell id say getting laid off as dependant on your employer/country you might miss out on any redundancy pay.
how ever if you can see the companys going down and you can obtain a new post id go for it (but also see if you could take volentary redunadancy which might give you a bigger pay out)
118 weeks ago
Lori Dreyer
Dear Penelope and all of you who helped!! You guys are the best..Still waiting for the call back for my free career coach my company "provided". Yet here I get isntant feedback..Very helpful and I so appreciate. Penelope: Yes I got that...you are right no one can tell you when to go really or why. I am actually very glad in a way as I was ready to leave....and was looking so it is all good though a tad inconvenient. I learned so much but am looking ahead..Thank you all again!
Lori Dreyer
Thanks Maurice- Really appreciate your input...hmmm good point!
I guess I just want to get in the fact that "the deadwood was
not let go" I did put my ranking in my resume...as us boomers are all about that....of course so was my company at some point...Any more thoughts you have are always appreciated! Thank you!
Lori Dreyer
Hi Penelope,
I was or will be soon laid off. About 16 of us were let go and our positions outsourced to vendors. We were chosen based on our territory's not our performance. I was the 5th ranking performer..No.2 and 3 were also laid off. Should I say I was laid off? or outsourced in my cover letter? Should I even say this in my cover letter? I do mention my ranking in the ocver letter and my resume. Please advise! Thank you!!
Lori Dreyer:
Bryon- Thanks for your reply..I like mentioning this int he elevator speech..it sort of gets it out of the way. I have received such great advice ...MoreBryon- Thanks for your reply..I like mentioning this int he elevator speech..it sort of gets it out of the way. I have received such great advice here !!
117 weeks ago
117 weeks ago
Todd Nilson:
Why would you spend precious time talking about an outsourcing project in your elevator pitch? Unless it is somehow central to your career goals / ...MoreWhy would you spend precious time talking about an outsourcing project in your elevator pitch? Unless it is somehow central to your career goals / abilities to talk about your astounding outsourcing-plan skills, I'd leave it out, personally.
115 weeks ago
115 weeks ago
Laura McCallum
Welcome, Lori!
Thanks for joining the group I started for Phoenix Professionals. I am near the 51 and 101. Where are you located, and what do you do in the health care field?
I am involved in preventive health care and perhaps we can network with one another. Tell me more about what you do!
Laura
Lori Dreyer:
Hi Laura,
I was really glad to see something local so kudos for doing this. Where do I start...I work for a disability insurance company. We ...MoreHi Laura,
I was really glad to see something local so kudos for doing this. Where do I start...I work for a disability insurance company. We write high dollar policies for professionals such as dr's. lawyers, CPA's, solo business owners etc. I am in the claims side not the sales side.
I live near the 101 and Cave Creek Road. Are you self employed? Great photo..I am working on one!! Thanks for writing me !! Lori
124 weeks ago
I was really glad to see something local so kudos for doing this. Where do I start...I work for a disability insurance company. We ...MoreHi Laura,
I was really glad to see something local so kudos for doing this. Where do I start...I work for a disability insurance company. We write high dollar policies for professionals such as dr's. lawyers, CPA's, solo business owners etc. I am in the claims side not the sales side.
I live near the 101 and Cave Creek Road. Are you self employed? Great photo..I am working on one!! Thanks for writing me !! Lori
124 weeks ago
Laura McCallum:
Hey Lori-
Great first name! (hee hee.) Yes, I was sad to see no group for Phoenix, so decided I might as well start one!
You are very close to ...MoreHey Lori-
Great first name! (hee hee.) Yes, I was sad to see no group for Phoenix, so decided I might as well start one!
You are very close to me! Yes, I own my own marketing business here in Phoenix called Immune Health Solutions. You can google me!
Please let us know what you would like to accomplish by being here - more exposure, referrals, ideas, or something specific for your business that solves an immediate need you have right now? We can all benefit from knowing one another!
124 weeks ago
Great first name! (hee hee.) Yes, I was sad to see no group for Phoenix, so decided I might as well start one!
You are very close to ...MoreHey Lori-
Great first name! (hee hee.) Yes, I was sad to see no group for Phoenix, so decided I might as well start one!
You are very close to me! Yes, I own my own marketing business here in Phoenix called Immune Health Solutions. You can google me!
Please let us know what you would like to accomplish by being here - more exposure, referrals, ideas, or something specific for your business that solves an immediate need you have right now? We can all benefit from knowing one another!
124 weeks ago
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