Marian Schembari
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Marian Schembari
What do you think is the major most relevant to the "outside world"? One that can be applied to everything? And p.s. English is a boring answer. Discuss.
106 weeks ago from College Grads with jobs not in their field.
Melissa Breau:
Unfortunately, I'd like to say communications but it's often looked down upon, because it's frequently done so poorly. Instead, I'll vote for ...MoreUnfortunately, I'd like to say communications but it's often looked down upon, because it's frequently done so poorly. Instead, I'll vote for business. Understanding how a company works from the top down is helpful no matter where you are on the ladder.
104 weeks ago
104 weeks ago
Tracy Lau:
I know you say English is boring, but what about a double major (or major + minor) in English and Statistics? It's the best of both worlds, ...MoreI know you say English is boring, but what about a double major (or major + minor) in English and Statistics? It's the best of both worlds, considering that writing well has become increasingly important in terms of personal branding (linkedin, blogs, brazen careerist!, etc) and statistics represents the quantitative side, proof that you can work numbers. It gives enough flexibility for work options after graduation and can be completed in 4 yrs or less, which is nothing compared to 5 yrs to graduate in engineering/science (what I did).
46 weeks ago
46 weeks ago
Olga Garcia
Hi travel addicts!
As the social media community manager for Goinglobal, I am constantly looking at information for expats and living abroad. What I have yet to find is information about young professional expats. I am curious if anyone here is or was an expat in their young professional career. I would love to hear about your experience and share it on our blog.
78 weeks ago from Travel Addicts, Young Professional Women (YPW), Professional Writers and Editors and Location Independent2 more
Anna Manasova:
Hi Olga, just wanted to offer my help as well as I'm from the Czech Republic and just started my career in Britain. Message me here or on twitter ...MoreHi Olga, just wanted to offer my help as well as I'm from the Czech Republic and just started my career in Britain. Message me here or on twitter @annamanasova if you'd like to chat.
67 weeks ago
67 weeks ago
Gauri Nawathe:
Hi! I'm an Indian working in France. Feel free to contact me! You can also check out my blog indiangirlinparis.wordpress.com.
67 weeks ago
67 weeks ago
Marian Schembari
Shameless self promotion, y'all!! Fellow Careerist Steph Auteri and I are organizing a speed networking event in NYC. Yes, I know Brazen has one tonight but ours is IN PERSON and involves alcohol. It's targeted too, so for all your word nerds, publishing hopefuls and writers out there, check out our fabulously fabulous event on the 17th of November: http://www.eventbrite.com/myevent?eid=986152609
Ryan Paugh recommended this
Ryan Paugh:
Sounds awesome Marian! Our event is tomorrow by the way :) Hope you can make it!
67 weeks ago
67 weeks ago
Danielle Bullen
Writing about how women dealt with quarterlife crises and looking for peope to interview. Message me if you want to be included.
76 weeks ago from GenYChat
Melissa Breau recommended this
Marian Schembari:
Can't message you without you being "a fan" so feel free to hit me up at MoreCan't message you without you being "a fan" so feel free to hit me up at maschembari@gmail.com. I'm a writer for Stratejoy, a sit aaallll about women going through the QLC. I'd definitely love to talk to you more!
76 weeks ago
76 weeks ago
Ryan Paugh
Do you swear on your blog? Just read an article on NPR (http://n.pr/8Xtpst) about the emotional impact that profanity can have when used by authorities. They mentioned Yahoo CEO Carol Bartz and President Obama as examples. They also mentioned that strategic profanity doesn't work for every personality and that it should be used with discretion. I've dropped an F-bomb or two on my blog. I try not to do it a lot. What about you guys?
82 weeks ago from Blogging Ideas and Brazen Bloggers
Annabel Candy:
I will second Thursday! Surely ass isn't a swear word though... it's a bit childish but not profane? Some bloggers have built their careers on ...MoreI will second Thursday! Surely ass isn't a swear word though... it's a bit childish but not profane? Some bloggers have built their careers on cussing and good for them. Got to speak to those readers in the language they use:)
82 weeks ago
82 weeks ago
Marian Schembari:
Alright, y'all, I got really excited yesterday reading all these responses so I wrote a blog post about it. Will be curious to see what you have ...MoreAlright, y'all, I got really excited yesterday reading all these responses so I wrote a blog post about it. Will be curious to see what you have to say: HELL NO I Won't Censor My Blog http://bit.ly/dpG9V8
82 weeks ago
82 weeks ago
Marian Schembari
This Monday I'm launching my business and am freaking out! It's called Pajama Job Hunt and it helps recent grads, job seekers and freelancers kick start their job/client search using social media. It's a video training program and next week's launch focuses on Twitter. Here's my "sales pages": http://bit.ly/aHW87W Would LOVE any feedback!!
Doug Mitchell:
Hello Ms. Schembari:
Let me be the first to congratulate you on your impending launch. I looked over your site. Seems like you are ready. I ...MoreHello Ms. Schembari:
Let me be the first to congratulate you on your impending launch. I looked over your site. Seems like you are ready. I wondered if this is a labor of love or is there a plan to pay yourself? I wondered if you had connected with investors/sponsors to help sustain your company? We all have to start somewhere and you seem to have a very good idea of exactly who you are serving.
Online training (to me, I'm old school) is no substitute for real conversation. Down the road, maybe making yourself available via CoveritLive or Skype video chats would serve a brand building purpose too? And, perhaps sharing your experiences in launching your business with others can do the same. Keep paying it forward.
Congratulations again and the best of luck
88 weeks ago
Let me be the first to congratulate you on your impending launch. I looked over your site. Seems like you are ready. I ...MoreHello Ms. Schembari:
Let me be the first to congratulate you on your impending launch. I looked over your site. Seems like you are ready. I wondered if this is a labor of love or is there a plan to pay yourself? I wondered if you had connected with investors/sponsors to help sustain your company? We all have to start somewhere and you seem to have a very good idea of exactly who you are serving.
Online training (to me, I'm old school) is no substitute for real conversation. Down the road, maybe making yourself available via CoveritLive or Skype video chats would serve a brand building purpose too? And, perhaps sharing your experiences in launching your business with others can do the same. Keep paying it forward.
Congratulations again and the best of luck
88 weeks ago
Melissa Breau:
Hey dearie - found a typo - its says fine instead of find.
"Fine specific people to meet"
I'm sure you're going to do awesome - good luck. Let ...MoreHey dearie - found a typo - its says fine instead of find.
"Fine specific people to meet"
I'm sure you're going to do awesome - good luck. Let me know if there's anyway I can help :-)
87 weeks ago
"Fine specific people to meet"
I'm sure you're going to do awesome - good luck. Let ...MoreHey dearie - found a typo - its says fine instead of find.
"Fine specific people to meet"
I'm sure you're going to do awesome - good luck. Let me know if there's anyway I can help :-)
87 weeks ago
Marian Schembari
When you change careers, how do you go about building up a new network from scratch?
Heidi Smith:
I would be interested in seeing the answers you receive to this question. Please add me as a fan.
87 weeks ago
87 weeks ago
Bruce Peterson:
It's really quite easy. Networking is much easier today than when I first started. LinkedIn is a great place to start. Find friends family etc ...MoreIt's really quite easy. Networking is much easier today than when I first started. LinkedIn is a great place to start. Find friends family etc who might be in that space. Send them an InMail and ask for 5 minutes of their time to pick their brain on their experience and then ask them to identify others they know and keep repeating the process.
86 weeks ago
86 weeks ago
Susan Johnston
Just published a new post on WorkAwesome.com and I thought some of you Brazen Careerists might get a kick out of it: 25 Super Creative Resumes http://workawesome.com/your-job/25-examples-of-super-creative-resume-des... (Most are from graphic designers, but my fave #14, since it's a writer's resume)
88 weeks ago from Beantown Bloggers and Freelancing
Sadya Siddiqui and Mandy Boyle recommended this
How do you network? Do you email or show up at events to meet key people? Also, how often do you keep in touch with someone once you've built a relationships? I like indivduals that are respectfully persistent and personal in their appraoch in trying to set up meetings. I also introduce myself to people with a specific question in mind to ask them to start a conversation. What about you?
Tariq West:
I'm learning a lot about networking from a couple pretty high-powered buddies of mine. They use contact tracking software to record every contact, ...MoreI'm learning a lot about networking from a couple pretty high-powered buddies of mine. They use contact tracking software to record every contact, contact info and the meeting context, what they connected over and other details you wouldn't think anyone would remember. The software reminds them to follow-up with contacts every 4-6 months. I'm working on something similar. They call it "the Clinton method", referring to Bill Clinton's habit of recording every contact he made since high school.
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91 weeks ago
Bryon Ownby:
I agree with @Scott, I've attended some of the group networking type events, not much success in my search of new opportunities. Joining ...MoreI agree with @Scott, I've attended some of the group networking type events, not much success in my search of new opportunities. Joining professional organizations or other groups of interest that relate to your field is probably one of the best success rates - or make a friend to the person that everyone knows helps!
91 weeks ago
91 weeks ago
Gauri Nawathe
Why blog? What motivates you people to blog?
Ty Unglebower:
To share experiences, and I want other people who are out of the ordinary to know that they are not alone.
On a secondary level, if people want ...MoreTo share experiences, and I want other people who are out of the ordinary to know that they are not alone.
On a secondary level, if people want writing samples beyond those in my portfolio, the need only check out my blogs.
92 weeks ago
On a secondary level, if people want ...MoreTo share experiences, and I want other people who are out of the ordinary to know that they are not alone.
On a secondary level, if people want writing samples beyond those in my portfolio, the need only check out my blogs.
92 weeks ago
Jennifer Koren:
I blog because it's a chance for me to connect with other people that can relate to experiences that I have gone through. When I read comments ...MoreI blog because it's a chance for me to connect with other people that can relate to experiences that I have gone through. When I read comments from people that I have never met and how they too have shared what I have experienced, it makes me feel a little less alone in this big world..
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92 weeks ago
Marian Schembari
EVERYONE in new media should check out what Jamie Varon is doing over at Shatterboxx. Her free blog contest plan is genius: http://bit.ly/c7uhiV (cross posted in New Media Marketing)
Marian Schembari
EVERYONE in new media should check out what Jamie Varon is doing over at Shatterboxx. Her free blog contest plan is genius: http://bit.ly/c7uhiV (cross posted in New Media Marketing)
Marian Schembari
EVERYONE in new media should check out what Jamie Varon is doing over at Shatterboxx. Her free blog contest plan is genius: http://bit.ly/c7uhiV
Melissa Breau:
when i first started using twitter there was a network of companies, each of whom would donate something and then they'd all have their followers ...Morewhen i first started using twitter there was a network of companies, each of whom would donate something and then they'd all have their followers "search" for answers to 10 questions online and the winners would win the prizes. I thought that was pretty cool too.
105 weeks ago
105 weeks ago
Melissa Breau
Melissa Breau
SO I just started a blog to promote myself as a freelancer. Opinions? I crossed Julie & Julia with freelancing ... check it out. www.jargonwriter.wordpress.com
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K.C. Donovan
Don't forget Dan - human nature what it is...not everyone admits to this one...
Deborah A Sullivan:
I Google mine just to get a idea how I'm doing growth wise. I've got a long way to go. One day at a time.
104 weeks ago
104 weeks ago
Marian Schembari
Check out this new article on ABC.com, it's super relevant to this group (plus, I'm mentioned on page 3) Recession Refuseniks: Getting a Job in a Dying Profession: http://bit.ly/ax1glG
JR Moreau:
Yeah, I mean trying to forge horse shoes like my grandfather did is kind of stupid because that stuff simply isn't done in America anymore... ...MoreYeah, I mean trying to forge horse shoes like my grandfather did is kind of stupid because that stuff simply isn't done in America anymore... however there are certain things that innovation and boldness can make real.
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105 weeks ago
Marian Schembari
What do you guys think about the effectiveness of buying your own domain name? I shelled out the dough but I've seen a lot of SUPER successful blogs with url's with blogspot or wordpress in the ink. Thoughts?
Cate Huston:
Moving from wordpress to hosting my own wordpress blog forced me to switch to using google analytics rather than the default wordpress analytics ...MoreMoving from wordpress to hosting my own wordpress blog forced me to switch to using google analytics rather than the default wordpress analytics and gave me more options to customize the theme etc.
Switching to google analytics was really useful, because then I knew how much time people were spending on my site on average and what the bounce rate was. I also got better feedback about what search queries and websites were driving traffic. Simple changes really improved my bounce rate, too.
106 weeks ago
Switching to google analytics was really useful, because then I knew how much time people were spending on my site on average and what the bounce rate was. I also got better feedback about what search queries and websites were driving traffic. Simple changes really improved my bounce rate, too.
106 weeks ago
Iz:
Dealing with musicians at my blog when it was blogspot, I saw a bit of success but I went dotcom to make it a bit more legit when it comes to ...MoreDealing with musicians at my blog when it was blogspot, I saw a bit of success but I went dotcom to make it a bit more legit when it comes to dealing with publicists who want to know that they are getting their artists the best publicity but I would say that the content trumps the url at the end of the day.
106 weeks ago
106 weeks ago
Cameron Plommer
Who benefits from a blog more: the blogger or the blog reader?
Blake Carson Poston:
I can say that one of the blogs I host serves to benefit myself more than anything else. I use it as a way to vent, share thoughts and emotions- ...MoreI can say that one of the blogs I host serves to benefit myself more than anything else. I use it as a way to vent, share thoughts and emotions- and just speak to whoever wants to listen- even if it's just me. My other blog was designed to provide information on my career subject- nonprofit management. With that blog I hope that the public will benefit from what ever tips or information I have to share. So, to answer your amazing question with a subpar response, I guess it depends!
106 weeks ago
106 weeks ago
Brian Heys:
Under certain circumstances, I think it's the blogger who benefits the most, and that's definitely the case in the early stages of a blog when ...MoreUnder certain circumstances, I think it's the blogger who benefits the most, and that's definitely the case in the early stages of a blog when there aren't many readers.
For me, my blog is cathartic. I write it to stop myself feeling bad. I don't yet understand why I feel bad if I don't write, but I do know I feel great when I've put out a post, so I'll keep doing it.
106 weeks ago
For me, my blog is cathartic. I write it to stop myself feeling bad. I don't yet understand why I feel bad if I don't write, but I do know I feel great when I've put out a post, so I'll keep doing it.
106 weeks ago
Marian Schembari
Guys, just a note and I hope you'll spread the message around: please please please keep the "social" part of "social media" in mind when using it to promote yourself or your company... Do people understand the "social" part of "social media"? http://bit.ly/4taTaf
Isao Kato:
Hilarious. Come to think of the incident - we might all be sharing the same motivation (look at ME) but since everybody is too busy saying so we ...MoreHilarious. Come to think of the incident - we might all be sharing the same motivation (look at ME) but since everybody is too busy saying so we the *ahem* conscious bloggers write about THEM so they will look at us. Maybe what that guy needed was to be MORE desperate for attention so that he finds a way for us to think he is worth it?
107 weeks ago
107 weeks ago
Marian Schembari
Guys, just a note and I hope you'll spread the message around: please please please keep the "social" part of "social media" in mind when using it to promote yourself or your company... Do people understand the "social" part of "social media"? http://bit.ly/4taTaf
Jason Mollica:
Marian,
GREAT post on your blog. It still amazes me the number of DM's I get that are automated. What's social about that?! If you are serious ...MoreMarian,
GREAT post on your blog. It still amazes me the number of DM's I get that are automated. What's social about that?! If you are serious about social media, then understand everything about it. Start a conversation or add to one. It's not that hard..
Thanks again!
Jason
107 weeks ago
GREAT post on your blog. It still amazes me the number of DM's I get that are automated. What's social about that?! If you are serious ...MoreMarian,
GREAT post on your blog. It still amazes me the number of DM's I get that are automated. What's social about that?! If you are serious about social media, then understand everything about it. Start a conversation or add to one. It's not that hard..
Thanks again!
Jason
107 weeks ago
Linda White:
Great post, I Retweeted and left a comment on your blog. Following you now, too! Thanks for putting this out there...
107 weeks ago
107 weeks ago
Marian Schembari
Am having trouble "focusing" my blog & would REALLY appreciate feedback. My blog started as a way to get a job. It a) chronicled my job search and b) talked about publishing (my chosen field). While still in publishing (freelance social media for authors/publishers), the posts getting the most comments revolve around job hunting/social media. What should I do? Still want to write about publishing but those get the fewest comments.
Melissa Breau:
Not at all. I'm saying that you have to acknowledge you have some really great competition in the publishing arena and work to differentiate ...MoreNot at all. I'm saying that you have to acknowledge you have some really great competition in the publishing arena and work to differentiate yourself and distinguish yourself in that market if that is what you want to write about. IF what you want to write about now is social media for authors that is a great niche within publishing that might work. It's something few people know a lot about and that authors would be interested in reading as well as pub execs.
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107 weeks ago
Melissa Breau:
saying you want to write about publishing is like saying you want to write about books ... what kind?
What part of the publishing process ...Moresaying you want to write about publishing is like saying you want to write about books ... what kind?
What part of the publishing process interests you? For an outsider, saying publishing seems specific. But really it's not.
About social media/branding etc. I agree, they are sprouting up all over the place but IMHO few really great ones have managed to appear-so readers are divided among the many instead of flocking to the few, allowing each writer/blogger his/her piece of the pie.
107 weeks ago
What part of the publishing process ...Moresaying you want to write about publishing is like saying you want to write about books ... what kind?
What part of the publishing process interests you? For an outsider, saying publishing seems specific. But really it's not.
About social media/branding etc. I agree, they are sprouting up all over the place but IMHO few really great ones have managed to appear-so readers are divided among the many instead of flocking to the few, allowing each writer/blogger his/her piece of the pie.
107 weeks ago
Marian Schembari
What do you guys thinking about only choosing one career? Do you really think it's necessary to pick a field and stick with it? Ex: I'm in publishing but also plan on attending pastry school. I'm not choosing pastry over publishing, I love them both. Gen X and above find this trait flaky. I see it as having a lot of passions. I wrote a post about this (http://bit.ly/7a70Vu) with mixed feedback. What do you think?
Tariq West:
I think it's all about being able to tell a compelling story around the different experiences that you've had such that you set yourself up for ...MoreI think it's all about being able to tell a compelling story around the different experiences that you've had such that you set yourself up for bold upward moves in whatever field you settle in at a given time. I've worked in everything from construction to food service to tech product management but it all makes sense in my head, how these experiences relate to and build on each other.
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kimkeen:
i dnt think it is really necessary to stick w one career, i mean i believe in exploring all potential so hw will u know so much about urself and ...Morei dnt think it is really necessary to stick w one career, i mean i believe in exploring all potential so hw will u know so much about urself and what u re capable of if u just stick to one thing? it gets so monotonous and really boring. thats wat i think
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Marian Schembari
What do you guys know about Thesis? I'm thinking of trying it out -- is it relatively easy to use??
Ryan Beale:
Hi Marian, The Thesis Theme is fairly easy to use. Prior to using Thesis, I had little/no coding knowledge and was able to build/design my blog ...MoreHi Marian, The Thesis Theme is fairly easy to use. Prior to using Thesis, I had little/no coding knowledge and was able to build/design my blog w/ Thesis. I agree w/ David that Openhook makes it easy to customize your blog. Here is my review of Thesis: http://rbeale.com/seo/why-i-bought-thesis-theme-for-wordpress-web-cred-s... and http://rbeale.com/seo/getting-started-with-the-wordpress-thesis-theme/ I'm happy to help if you need it.
107 weeks ago
107 weeks ago
Rebecca Thorman:
Thesis is not any easier to use than another theme. Both take time and energy to learn. I actually don't like Thesis - you can always tell when ...MoreThesis is not any easier to use than another theme. Both take time and energy to learn. I actually don't like Thesis - you can always tell when someone has used the theme, and I don't think it's as nice as many of the others. Just my POV.
107 weeks ago
107 weeks ago
Marian Schembari
How effective do you think those freelancing websites are? I've found that it's really more about knowing people than bidding or applying online. What do you guys think? Have you ever gotten a paid writing gig this way?
JR Moreau:
I've gotten very few gigs from applying to gigs I see on websites. The value I see in them is simply for networking. All of the best gigs I've ...MoreI've gotten very few gigs from applying to gigs I see on websites. The value I see in them is simply for networking. All of the best gigs I've ever had were referrals through people I've gotten to know through various channels- freelancing websites being one of them. You've really gotta find the best people in each community and reach out to them.
108 weeks ago
108 weeks ago
Isao Kato:
I heard from a playwright friend moonlighting as a part-time editor that online bidding system generally doesn't work, especially sites like ...MoreI heard from a playwright friend moonlighting as a part-time editor that online bidding system generally doesn't work, especially sites like odesk.com where many writing gigs are corporate blog articles with hideous payment. Like JR said, I guess focusing our energy on referrals through networks might be a much better way.
107 weeks ago
107 weeks ago
Patrick Ambron
IS BLOGGING WORTH IT? Blogging is time consuming and is difficult to attract readers? Are these the only measures of success? What has been your experience with blogging? What goals does it help you with? We've sparked a good debate via our last blog post and twitter. Check out original top here if youu'd like. http://su.pr/1k0BpG
Elisabeth Ericson:
With the caveat that I'm in college and not yet active in any professional field-- I don't primarily consider blogging a marketing tool. I blog ...MoreWith the caveat that I'm in college and not yet active in any professional field-- I don't primarily consider blogging a marketing tool. I blog because it helps me refine my views in a way that thinking or talking about them more amorphously doesn't; because it pushes me to improve the style and concision of my writing; and because it forces me to really examine my beliefs, articulate them, and then to stand behind them. It's definitely made me more assertive and unafraid to state opinions.
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Elisabeth Ericson:
That said, as someone who is still very much learning about my (would-be) field, I think the opportunities for dialogue and intellectual exchange ...MoreThat said, as someone who is still very much learning about my (would-be) field, I think the opportunities for dialogue and intellectual exchange are absolutely invaluable.
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