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Edward Antrobus
What do you use for RSS feeds? I've been using Google Reader ever since I knew what RSS was, but am looking to switch. I could care less about the social features that it's loosing; I don't use them anyway. But the new look makes my eyes hurt. I need more contrast.
25 weeks ago from Wordpress Bloggers, Brazen Bloggers, Denver Careerists, Rocky Mountain Networking and Ask A Coach3 more
Edward Antrobus:
Kate, in Reader once you have the new look, you can't go back to the old look.
24 weeks ago
24 weeks ago
Edward Antrobus
As I've gotten older, I've started to suffer from poor circulation in my feet. Three layers of socks (liner, cotton, wool) inside my steel-toe boots seems to be fine down to about 40 degreees, but below that I've been suffering from cold feet. Does anyone with cold weather experience have any suggestions? Work keeps me outdoors for 10-12 hours per day.
28 weeks ago from Denver Careerists, Green and Environmental industries, Brazen FoCo and Rocky Mountain Networking2 more
La Donna Lokey:
I started getting cold a lot and it turned out that I was anemic. Taking some extra daily iron or SlowFE might help--it definitely warmed me up ...MoreI started getting cold a lot and it turned out that I was anemic. Taking some extra daily iron or SlowFE might help--it definitely warmed me up in a matter of days! Other than that, a friend of mine who worked outside in winter got neoprene battery-powered socks. Definitely keeps the toes toasty!
25 weeks ago
25 weeks ago
Edward Antrobus:
La Donna, I'm fairly confident that I'm not anemic. My hermatocrit is tested on average twice per week when I donate plasma and it is consistently ...MoreLa Donna, I'm fairly confident that I'm not anemic. My hermatocrit is tested on average twice per week when I donate plasma and it is consistently just a little bit higher then we would like it to be (more red blood cells means less plasma and longer donation). I average right around 50%
25 weeks ago
25 weeks ago
Rebecca Thorman
I want to learn PHP, AJAX and how to build a CMS. How do I go about it? While I am familiar with code from my blog, I would like links to straight-up beginner resources. How do I set up a coding environment on my computer? What are the best tutorials and resources or even classes available on the web? Thanks in advance...
67 weeks ago from PHP, Web Development, Drupal, Joomla! and User Experience3 more
Timothy Johnson III recommended this
Rebecca Thorman:
@ Ted - Right now, I am making my way through the Head First book for PHP and MySql (think I'm on Chapter 5). I am using XAMPP as well, but only ...More@ Ted - Right now, I am making my way through the Head First book for PHP and MySql (think I'm on Chapter 5). I am using XAMPP as well, but only because the group recommended it and it ended up being easier than what the book suggested. I think the book is great and is very easy and clear - plus, there are lots of great online resources that align with each chapter. For me, I like being able to mark up the book as well. Hope that helps! After the Head First book, I also have a book called PHP and MySql for Web Devlelopment which is part of the Web Developers series. It looks pretty good, but certainly more advanced than the Head First book I'm doing now.
64 weeks ago
64 weeks ago
Ben Weller:
Rebecca,
I know I'm digging up an old thread here, but how has the experience of learning PHP & MySQL been treating you?
Once you've gotten ...MoreRebecca,
I know I'm digging up an old thread here, but how has the experience of learning PHP & MySQL been treating you?
Once you've gotten some experience with the basics, I'd recommend using that experience in a true LAMP stack.
There are 2 easy (easier...) ways to move in that direction:
- virtualize a LAMP server locally (using VirtualBox, Parallels, etc.), or
- set up a virtualized server through RackSpace, AWS, or similar.
If you're planning to stick with it, it is important to break away from the Windows-based stack. Linux-based stacks tend to be more performant and robust, and don't suffer with the issues inherent in the Windows-targeted implementation of PHP. It is very likely that any professional opportunities that you'll encounter will require LAMP experience over X/WAMP experience.
25 weeks ago
I know I'm digging up an old thread here, but how has the experience of learning PHP & MySQL been treating you?
Once you've gotten ...MoreRebecca,
I know I'm digging up an old thread here, but how has the experience of learning PHP & MySQL been treating you?
Once you've gotten some experience with the basics, I'd recommend using that experience in a true LAMP stack.
There are 2 easy (easier...) ways to move in that direction:
- virtualize a LAMP server locally (using VirtualBox, Parallels, etc.), or
- set up a virtualized server through RackSpace, AWS, or similar.
If you're planning to stick with it, it is important to break away from the Windows-based stack. Linux-based stacks tend to be more performant and robust, and don't suffer with the issues inherent in the Windows-targeted implementation of PHP. It is very likely that any professional opportunities that you'll encounter will require LAMP experience over X/WAMP experience.
25 weeks ago
Kim Luu
Cheating is everywhere. What happened to true personal pride? I saw an interview with students regarding the Florida business school cheating scandal. Students were saying that cheating is normal in life and everyone cheated at the school. They felt that highlighting cheaters and punishing them is just a witch hunt. I thought it was rather sad that holding someone to a basic standard is now considered to be bullying. Do you set a higher standard for yourself than the world demands?
79 weeks ago from Work/Life Blur, Entrepreneurs, Economics and Finance and Blogging Ideas2 more
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ISTM, the article Jeremy points to fully validates my point. If the article is accurate (you never know), the students were using ...MoreISTM, the article Jeremy points to fully validates my point. If the article is accurate (you never know), the students were using publicly-available material to prepare for an exam, without warning not to. This is, to use Ioannis's definition, not "dishonest". They were just trying harder. Yes, they obtained an advantage. Good for them. People who try harder *should* obtain an advantage.
If you didn't think of this for yourself, you would probably feel bad. Accusing people of wrongdoing, because they thought of a way to achieve that you didn't, is a gross misuse of the word "cheating". It's also a common use. As Jeremy notes, people will often accuse others of "cheating" just because the alleged cheater had an advantage they didn't think of. Claiming that advantage was unfair or "dishonest" is just a way to reduce the playing field to the lowest of the low.
Ioannis: I see you as the police officer. Good is good; bad is bad; good people are good people; bad people are bad people, and there can never be any blurring of the lines or crossing thereover. As you can tell, I think you're wrong. I also think history shows you are wrong: the 6 shelves of my (tiny) law library, and the 300,000 volumes of my law school library, show that life is never so simple.
My job (I'm an attorney, and I have 25 years experience) involves frequent accusations of nearly criminal behavior by people who really were only (1) skirting the line, (2) merely in error, or even (3) not paying attention. The distinction between "right" and "wrong", at least in the realm of human behavior, is quite grey. Human acts are not engineering.
Moreover, when two parties (or institutions) have a fuzzy line drawn between them, it is in both of their interests to take actions to see if the line was really crossed. You can see this frequently yourself in what people deduct on their taxes, on what is allowed in antitrust law, in what is considered a "reasonable" search or "reasonable" use of force, and at least 100 other examples. See, e.g., International Conflict for Beginners (Roger Fisher).
And Ioannis, your definition, while appearing clear, includes many hidden normative statements which allow the accuser to include legally and morally correct behavior within "cheating". Just what does *dishonest* mean, for example? As Jeremy points out, much "dishonest" behavior serves a higher cause. And I will point out that quite often, "dishonest" behavior is merely dishonest in the ear of the listener.
As an amusing grace note on this, I note a religious interpretation I find hilarious in its effort to reconcile honesty with social peace. It is a commonplace to say on a wedding day that "the bride is beautiful". But this is not always factually so. Accordingly, at least one school of thought declares that, on their wedding day, *all* brides are beautiful, just for being brides. Now, who is being dishonest here?
74 weeks ago
If you didn't think of this for yourself, you would probably feel bad. Accusing people of wrongdoing, because they thought of a way to achieve that you didn't, is a gross misuse of the word "cheating". It's also a common use. As Jeremy notes, people will often accuse others of "cheating" just because the alleged cheater had an advantage they didn't think of. Claiming that advantage was unfair or "dishonest" is just a way to reduce the playing field to the lowest of the low.
Ioannis: I see you as the police officer. Good is good; bad is bad; good people are good people; bad people are bad people, and there can never be any blurring of the lines or crossing thereover. As you can tell, I think you're wrong. I also think history shows you are wrong: the 6 shelves of my (tiny) law library, and the 300,000 volumes of my law school library, show that life is never so simple.
My job (I'm an attorney, and I have 25 years experience) involves frequent accusations of nearly criminal behavior by people who really were only (1) skirting the line, (2) merely in error, or even (3) not paying attention. The distinction between "right" and "wrong", at least in the realm of human behavior, is quite grey. Human acts are not engineering.
Moreover, when two parties (or institutions) have a fuzzy line drawn between them, it is in both of their interests to take actions to see if the line was really crossed. You can see this frequently yourself in what people deduct on their taxes, on what is allowed in antitrust law, in what is considered a "reasonable" search or "reasonable" use of force, and at least 100 other examples. See, e.g., International Conflict for Beginners (Roger Fisher).
And Ioannis, your definition, while appearing clear, includes many hidden normative statements which allow the accuser to include legally and morally correct behavior within "cheating". Just what does *dishonest* mean, for example? As Jeremy points out, much "dishonest" behavior serves a higher cause. And I will point out that quite often, "dishonest" behavior is merely dishonest in the ear of the listener.
As an amusing grace note on this, I note a religious interpretation I find hilarious in its effort to reconcile honesty with social peace. It is a commonplace to say on a wedding day that "the bride is beautiful". But this is not always factually so. Accordingly, at least one school of thought declares that, on their wedding day, *all* brides are beautiful, just for being brides. Now, who is being dishonest here?
74 weeks ago
Ioannis Kremezis:
A classical definition of "cheating" and wishful thinking!!!
You have understood wrongly my thinking.
@Jeremy: "Also that definition..." I didn't ...MoreA classical definition of "cheating" and wishful thinking!!!
You have understood wrongly my thinking.
@Jeremy: "Also that definition..." I didn't mean that. You apply totally wrong and see everyone as a cheater.
@Steven: I don't see everything as on/off but you forget that on/off also exists between many levels of grey.
"My job.." and "Moreover,..." paragraphs are the bitter reality.
"And Ioannis..." paragraph I didn't make any law and any accuser. In order to be precise I use a dictionary meaning.
Another difficult choice among grey zone:
Who is the bad guy, the one with good purpose and bad manner or the one with bad purpose and good manner?
As an another attorney said: There are people like angels with dark secrets and people like devils who sometimes act in a honest way.
74 weeks ago
You have understood wrongly my thinking.
@Jeremy: "Also that definition..." I didn't ...MoreA classical definition of "cheating" and wishful thinking!!!
You have understood wrongly my thinking.
@Jeremy: "Also that definition..." I didn't mean that. You apply totally wrong and see everyone as a cheater.
@Steven: I don't see everything as on/off but you forget that on/off also exists between many levels of grey.
"My job.." and "Moreover,..." paragraphs are the bitter reality.
"And Ioannis..." paragraph I didn't make any law and any accuser. In order to be precise I use a dictionary meaning.
Another difficult choice among grey zone:
Who is the bad guy, the one with good purpose and bad manner or the one with bad purpose and good manner?
As an another attorney said: There are people like angels with dark secrets and people like devils who sometimes act in a honest way.
74 weeks ago
Sara Gallagher
The topic of leadership has always been popular among business writers and thinkers, but I'm wondering if the "leader" and "follower" labels are becoming increasingly inappropriate in a workplace driven by collaboration, creativity, innovation, and team orientation. What new labels do you think will define Gen Y as they mature into positions of senior management?
78 weeks ago from GenYJourney: Tips, Insights, Experiences For Young Professionals and Inspiring Leadership
Marc Sokol:
Some years back Robert Greanleaf coined the term "Servant Leadership" and a book by the same name. Leading and following dissolve when you ...MoreSome years back Robert Greanleaf coined the term "Servant Leadership" and a book by the same name. Leading and following dissolve when you pursuing a powerful vision. At the same time, organizing work around projects, teams and delegation of tasks often requires leaders and followers with respect to the higher objectives that bring them together.
For me, it's less about the language and more about how we engage with each other and some broader purpose.
67 weeks ago
For me, it's less about the language and more about how we engage with each other and some broader purpose.
67 weeks ago
Aaron Evans:
I like it Marc.. keeping the thread alive! My experience shows you are absolutley right in regards with leaders and followers "dissolving".
Often ...MoreI like it Marc.. keeping the thread alive! My experience shows you are absolutley right in regards with leaders and followers "dissolving".
Often times, what separates leaders from the all the rest, is the vision. Coaches, teachers, and parents are all leaders in some respect, but the ones that have an idea, or a vision that no others can see, that is the true leader. Getting the followers on board is also very important; I think that is when we see the blurr effect between the two groups.
All the best,
Aaron
67 weeks ago
Often ...MoreI like it Marc.. keeping the thread alive! My experience shows you are absolutley right in regards with leaders and followers "dissolving".
Often times, what separates leaders from the all the rest, is the vision. Coaches, teachers, and parents are all leaders in some respect, but the ones that have an idea, or a vision that no others can see, that is the true leader. Getting the followers on board is also very important; I think that is when we see the blurr effect between the two groups.
All the best,
Aaron
67 weeks ago
TOP IDEA:
Edward Antrobus
I'm toying with an idea for a side business. Many bloggers are publishing ebooks, but only in pdf format. PDF is okay for short works, but limit readers of longer texts. They would get more readers if they offered their ebooks in mobi (Kindle) and epub (Nook, Reader, Stanza--smartphone) formats. If you were writing an ebook, would you pay someone to format and convert your manuscript into these formats?
66 weeks ago from Entry-Level Young Professionals and Entrepreneurs
Sadya Siddiqui and Rebecca Thorman recommended this
Lindsey Donner:
Well aware of the guide-- I just formatted a client's book for premium distro through SW. Note that in their materials, they purport to be able to ...MoreWell aware of the guide-- I just formatted a client's book for premium distro through SW. Note that in their materials, they purport to be able to hook you up with low-cost ($25/hour I believe) folks who will format it for you. I think the wording implies they (the formatters) are freelance and unaffiliated with SW. When I did it for a client, I was being paid, so I agree with you-- there's work to be done. It will be interesting to see how much the market determines it is worth.
It's quite the pain in the neck, too. :)
66 weeks ago
It's quite the pain in the neck, too. :)
66 weeks ago
Edward Antrobus:
I remember seeing that. They do stress that the formatters aren't affiliated with SW; just authors who have gone through the process and have ...MoreI remember seeing that. They do stress that the formatters aren't affiliated with SW; just authors who have gone through the process and have agreed to be listed as a resource. As I recall, they also state that those services START at $25/hr, although I haven't seen the actual list to know if the rise in prices is steep or gradual.
My idea is to charge based on length instead of time.
66 weeks ago
My idea is to charge based on length instead of time.
66 weeks ago
TOP IDEA:
Lindsey Donner
The Secret to Getting the Job You Want - http://www.brazencareerist/2010/05/25/the-secret-to-getting-the-job-you-...
Kayla Zajec:
Well spoken...I like to embrace the idea of "I had the opportunity to go to work today" when asked how work was vs complaining about it!
104 weeks ago
104 weeks ago
Lindsey Donner:
Thanks, Brianne, Mark, Demetra, and Kayla!
Brianne, I agree that the formal education only goes so far. Not that I would ever knock it; I loved ...MoreThanks, Brianne, Mark, Demetra, and Kayla!
Brianne, I agree that the formal education only goes so far. Not that I would ever knock it; I loved being in academia. In one way or another I'm a permanent college student.
However, there's nothing like "making it happen," as Mark put it. It involves every critical thinking skill we have, plus execution, which is harder to master - except by trial and error.
And amen, Kayla - that's the right attitude. I try to cultivate that. Not to say I never complain, but to say that I really love my job/s. Something about hard work is satisfying unto itself!
104 weeks ago
Brianne, I agree that the formal education only goes so far. Not that I would ever knock it; I loved ...MoreThanks, Brianne, Mark, Demetra, and Kayla!
Brianne, I agree that the formal education only goes so far. Not that I would ever knock it; I loved being in academia. In one way or another I'm a permanent college student.
However, there's nothing like "making it happen," as Mark put it. It involves every critical thinking skill we have, plus execution, which is harder to master - except by trial and error.
And amen, Kayla - that's the right attitude. I try to cultivate that. Not to say I never complain, but to say that I really love my job/s. Something about hard work is satisfying unto itself!
104 weeks ago
Ashley
With all the social networks out there, many of which we all use for professional networking (but none as good as Brazen, of course), how important is the profile picture? Do you use the same one across sites for branding purposes? We all can't hire a professional photographer, so how can we take the best amateur professional photo? In my opinion, it's super important.
Vickie Elmer recommended this
Edward Antrobus:
well, I've certainly seen identifiable information like phone numbers, addresses, and schools shared online with no thought of it.
46 weeks ago
46 weeks ago
Kate Davids:
@JRandon42 and @Edward, I think that privacy is a continuum not a yes/no. If it were yes/no, then letting out a name and a face would include ...More@JRandon42 and @Edward, I think that privacy is a continuum not a yes/no. If it were yes/no, then letting out a name and a face would include letting out SSNs, but one does not necessarily lead to another. I think that older generations, as well as some Gen Ys to be fair, have a lower threshold on the privacy continuum, while others, like myself, share a lot but stop before giving away location data. Finally, there are people who just give away everything (we can debate whether or not they realize the ramifications of their actions or exactly how public their postings are another day). No one is wrong, but no one is right either because it's not a yes/no. It's a "how much."
46 weeks ago
46 weeks ago
Jim Armstrong
Hey all...tired of seeing everyone under the sun claim they're a "social media expert?" I put together a post this week for Get Busy Media where I aimed to deconstruct the word "social media" and debunk those who claim to be experts in this space. Hope you enjoy the read! http://bit.ly/iDOdot
Kent, Sadya Siddiqui and Francesca Lyn recommended this
Dannielle Blumenthal:
What's funny is that somebody commented on my comment that I am a bogus expert. Nice!
46 weeks ago
46 weeks ago
Kristen Creager
I'm thinking of making a creative infographic resume. Does anyone here on BC have something similar?
48 weeks ago from Social Media Marketers, Social Media, Brazen Careerists on LinkedIn and I am Gen Y2 more
Noel Rozny and Kent recommended this
Kristen Creager:
Just found out that a new service called Visualize.me will do this for you... Coming soon!
47 weeks ago
47 weeks ago
Jamie Nacht Farrell
Accredited MBA program being offered via Facebook (as the learning platform) for $23,000. I'm intrigued; wonder how many US based schools will use FB as their LMS in the future? Article from the NYT here: http://www.nytimes.com/2010/11/29/education/29iht-educlede29.html?pagewa... I think it's the beginning of a new method of learning....anyone else?
77 weeks ago from Education, Ask Penelope Trunk!, Entrepreneurs, Consultants R US and Creatively Inspired3 more
Will Deyamport, III, MSEd recommended this
Blay Whitby:
@Jamie It sounds good BUT 1) It's not part of the University of London or the London Business School; it's accredited by Cardiff University - ...More@Jamie It sounds good BUT 1) It's not part of the University of London or the London Business School; it's accredited by Cardiff University - nothing wrong with Cardiff but the name might make one suspect a bit of snake oil marketing. 2) Given the choice, why would a non-Brit want a British MBA? Let me be brutally honest about my culture. The Brits are arguably the most creative people on the planet. Lets not forget that it was a lone eccentric Brit who invented the web. The contribution of Brits to art, literature, and science is out of all proportion to their numbers. All this creativity has a price however, in that the truly eccentric and tolerant Brits don't like being managed (and often can't be) and don't take at all well to being managers. The very idea of managing other people just feels so wrong to me that I can't see why it is ever needed. The British comic (we're good at that too) Ricky Gervais made his career out of portraying a truly hopeless manager. So why would anyone hire someone with a London MBA: much better to get one with a name like Chicago on it. I also stand by what I said about the dubious ethics of Facebook.
77 weeks ago
77 weeks ago
Mark W.:
I think the following article summarizes the reasons why that e-learning, social learning, and mobile learning will be the way we learn in the ...MoreI think the following article summarizes the reasons why that e-learning, social learning, and mobile learning will be the way we learn in the future. It's titled 'Six trends that will change workplace learning forever' and can be found at http://bit.ly/idHfxg . Formal, vetted instruction, training and development will be around for a long time to come but their 'death grip' on learning will be relatively short lived if they can't acclimate to today's environment. I know I don't need ready made, force fed content to digest and spew. That's how I feel about some formal classes that lead to a degree or certificate.
76 weeks ago
76 weeks ago
TOP IDEA:
Kathryn C
I'm curious what you think about this: guys care about girls' looks as much as girls care about how much money guys make, and most all girls include their profile picture on dating sites. So, do you think that guys should be required to fill in their income on their online dating profile?
Clearly I didn't get asked on many dates after posting this one......seriously, what do you think?
http://bit.ly/jHjmzH
Mark W.:
@jrandom42's response resonated with me.
I may be required to fill in a lot of blank fields but could they be verified or really be relevant.
This ...More@jrandom42's response resonated with me.
I may be required to fill in a lot of blank fields but could they be verified or really be relevant.
This quote from the first 'Wall Street' movie came to mind -
"Carl Fox: He's using you, kid. He's got your prick in his back pocket, but you're too blind to see it.
Bud Fox: No. What I see is a jealous old machinist who can't stand the fact that his son has become more successful than he has!
Carl Fox: What you see is a guy who never measured a man's success by the size of his WALLET!
Bud Fox: That's because you never had the GUTS to go out into the world and stake your own claim!
[Long Pause]
Carl Fox: Boy, if that's the way you feel, I must have done a really lousy job as a father."
Maybe a credit score would be a better metric. It would give some indication of money management by the individual.
47 weeks ago
I may be required to fill in a lot of blank fields but could they be verified or really be relevant.
This ...More@jrandom42's response resonated with me.
I may be required to fill in a lot of blank fields but could they be verified or really be relevant.
This quote from the first 'Wall Street' movie came to mind -
"Carl Fox: He's using you, kid. He's got your prick in his back pocket, but you're too blind to see it.
Bud Fox: No. What I see is a jealous old machinist who can't stand the fact that his son has become more successful than he has!
Carl Fox: What you see is a guy who never measured a man's success by the size of his WALLET!
Bud Fox: That's because you never had the GUTS to go out into the world and stake your own claim!
[Long Pause]
Carl Fox: Boy, if that's the way you feel, I must have done a really lousy job as a father."
Maybe a credit score would be a better metric. It would give some indication of money management by the individual.
47 weeks ago
Jason H. Parker:
Heard a great story on NPR yesterday (I think it was yesterday) about online dating trends. Turns out there are interesting behavioral predictors ...MoreHeard a great story on NPR yesterday (I think it was yesterday) about online dating trends. Turns out there are interesting behavioral predictors based on answers to seemingly innocuous questions. There's also a fairly substantial gap in "reported" behavior and "observed" behavior. Here's the link the the story: http://www.npr.org/2011/06/29/137456270/matchmaker-matchmaker-run-your-a...
47 weeks ago
47 weeks ago
Noel Rozny
This article claims that a quiet office is bad for your career/work environment: http://j.mp/iEpz9c What do you think? Do you work better when it's library-quiet, or do you prefer some background noise in your work day?
55 weeks ago from myFootpath
Ashley:
Totally agree with this. A little background noise also, for some reason, keeps me focused.
48 weeks ago
48 weeks ago
Ben Donahower:
Quiet, dead silence, quiet. If I'm doing higher order work, silence helps me concentrate. The only caveat to this is mindless or monotonous ...MoreQuiet, dead silence, quiet. If I'm doing higher order work, silence helps me concentrate. The only caveat to this is mindless or monotonous work. That, I need a little rock and roll.
PS. You have been asking some really thought provoking questions!
48 weeks ago
PS. You have been asking some really thought provoking questions!
48 weeks ago
Beth Trickett
My husband and I brewed a batch of Belgian wheat beer with orange and ginger today. I took some photos and blogged about the process. Check it out! http://tinyurl.com/6glnhcf
Who else homebrews and what have you created lately?
51 weeks ago from Beer
Michael Rubino:
Wow Beth, great info! I'm thinking of starting my own home brewery- what kind of investment does it take to get started?
51 weeks ago
51 weeks ago
Beth Trickett:
@Michael I think our kit was $150ish and included ingredients for our first brew (from Williams Brewing online). I know eBay has brewing ...More@Michael I think our kit was $150ish and included ingredients for our first brew (from Williams Brewing online). I know eBay has brewing equipment. You could get a kettle and go from there. We've also seen cheaper kits listed on Craigslist. You also have to keep in mind that each batch you make (approx. 5 gallons of beer) requires ingredients, so in most cases it isn't cheaper to brew your own beer, just a lot of fun! Hope this helps!
51 weeks ago
51 weeks ago
Eric Sforza
Interested in home brewing but unsure if you’re ready to make the leap? Check out my article on BrewingSomeFun where I discuss my trip to an On Premise Brewery to brew my own beer! http://goo.gl/tRRxB
52 weeks ago from Creatively Inspired, Entrepreneurs, I Love to Cook! and Wordpress Bloggers2 more
Eric Sforza:
Hey Mark - thanks for the heads up, I just joined it. I'll have a series coming out soon called 30/30 - 30 Beers in 30 Days. I'll post up the ...MoreHey Mark - thanks for the heads up, I just joined it. I'll have a series coming out soon called 30/30 - 30 Beers in 30 Days. I'll post up the links once I have them up.
51 weeks ago
51 weeks ago
Beth Trickett
Hi, everyone. I'm new to Brazen and wanted to connect with fellow cyclists. I author a cycling blog: www.mudandmanoloscycling.com. Who else is into road/mountain/cross, etc?
52 weeks ago from Fit Freaks
Whitney May Parker:
Hi Beth, I'm also a road cyclist and love it! I just started a couple years ago and enjoy it more and more every year. I love the blog; look ...MoreHi Beth, I'm also a road cyclist and love it! I just started a couple years ago and enjoy it more and more every year. I love the blog; look forward to reading more from you! Cheers, whitney
51 weeks ago
51 weeks ago
Jason H. Parker
Hey, use the "Brazen Community Feedback" group to let us know your thoughts. Be honest--what do you like, what don't you like, what else could we do? Help us help you build your network by providing great feedback in this group.
Brett Kunsch recommended this
Mark W.:
I'm a member of the Brazen Community Feedback group and have been using it occasionally to post feedback to the Brazen team. However the thought ...MoreI'm a member of the Brazen Community Feedback group and have been using it occasionally to post feedback to the Brazen team. However the thought just occurred to me that even more people would join and use this group if it were highlighted on the menu bar or as a button (e.g. - next to the search box in the upper right hand corner of the page) - more visibility.
52 weeks ago
52 weeks ago
Megan Atkinson:
Awesome idea, Mark! Visibility and accessibility would really increase traffic to the group. And now would be a great time to do it with all the ...MoreAwesome idea, Mark! Visibility and accessibility would really increase traffic to the group. And now would be a great time to do it with all the awesome changes going on.
51 weeks ago
51 weeks ago
Noel Rozny
What's the best class you took in college and why? (I'd like to use the responses in a future blog post, so if you prefer not to be included, just let me know!)
52 weeks ago from myFootpath
Chris Parker, Brett Kunsch and Niki Staehle recommended this
Noel Rozny:
I am so loving the continued comments here! Just goes to show you how much passion there is for a really great class. Sigh, I miss school sometimes.
52 weeks ago
52 weeks ago
Tatiana Christian:
The best class I ever took in college was during my senior year, and it was a requirement to graduate. It was about environmentalism, and I ...MoreThe best class I ever took in college was during my senior year, and it was a requirement to graduate. It was about environmentalism, and I learned a lot about how the US has (or in most cases hasn't) been involved in combating global warming, or changing our policies to make a stronger shift toward sustainability. It made me wish I had majored in poli sci or environmental studies - I loved the material and the professor so much!
52 weeks ago
52 weeks ago
Rebecca Thorman
How do you keep your ideas organized? I use Delicious bookmarks and tag posts/conversations that interest me with "moditeposts."
Kristie Lorette:
I keep a notepad by my bed for ideas that strike in the middle of the night. I have a spreadsheet on my computer and use the notes app on my ...MoreI keep a notepad by my bed for ideas that strike in the middle of the night. I have a spreadsheet on my computer and use the notes app on my iPhone for on-the-go ideas. I consolidate everything eventually, but I wish I could use Jon's method!
52 weeks ago
52 weeks ago
Angela DuBois:
I sometimes handwrite posts. I have a non-writing day job, so a paper notebook is the only way to go. Even then, I can only do that during my ...MoreI sometimes handwrite posts. I have a non-writing day job, so a paper notebook is the only way to go. Even then, I can only do that during my lunch break and other breaks.
52 weeks ago
52 weeks ago
K. Alexander Ashe
Is it more difficult to create a budget or stick to one?
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Mike Ambassador Bruny
Do we have any Brazen Members who are hikers? Even if you are not, I think you will dig this: 4 Lessons from 3100 Feet Above Sea Level. http://ambassadorbruny.com/4-lessons-from-3100-feet-above-sea-level”
53 weeks ago from Work/Life Blur, Personal Development, Professional Development and Boston2 more
Mark W.:
"The video was shot on location in NH–sorry, no bow tie, but plenty of bugs."
As a resident of the foothills of the Adirondacks and hiker, let me ...More"The video was shot on location in NH–sorry, no bow tie, but plenty of bugs."
As a resident of the foothills of the Adirondacks and hiker, let me guess - black flies. :) I think that's why Fall is my favorite season - at least in the woods.
53 weeks ago
As a resident of the foothills of the Adirondacks and hiker, let me ...More"The video was shot on location in NH–sorry, no bow tie, but plenty of bugs."
As a resident of the foothills of the Adirondacks and hiker, let me guess - black flies. :) I think that's why Fall is my favorite season - at least in the woods.
53 weeks ago
Vickie Elmer
I'm digging out my helmet and packing my snacks for next week's Bike to Work Week. I just blogged about my intentions - http://workingkind.com/2011/05/bike-to-work-1/ . So who's using two wheels to head to the office? What advice can you share? (My blog gives three suggestions.)
54 weeks ago from Work/Life Blur, Blogging Ideas and Career Rocketeer1 more
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Rebecca Thorman:
Love this! Great tips. I recently sold my car and bought a bike. The most helpful thing for me is paying attention to the bike map I got and also ...MoreLove this! Great tips. I recently sold my car and bought a bike. The most helpful thing for me is paying attention to the bike map I got and also looking on Google Maps and clicking the Bike icon. It often tells you the best way to go for a bike so you can avoid the hills and always have a bike lane.
54 weeks ago
54 weeks ago
Mark W.:
I use my bike for exercise and enjoyment in the country. However, there is still traffic to "share" the road with and road conditions which need ...MoreI use my bike for exercise and enjoyment in the country. However, there is still traffic to "share" the road with and road conditions which need constant monitoring. No bike lanes. There are times I have to be out in the road because the pavement on the shoulder is so broken up. That includes state roads posted as bike routes with a speed limit of 55 mph. So this is what I do. I always try to be aware of what's happening ahead of me as well as behind me. Ahead of me to see upcoming people and traffic in the intersection and road hazards. Behind me (checking my mirror and occasionally turning around) for traffic. I try to stay on a heightened sight and sound sensory mode but there have been times when "quiet" cars have come up on me and passed me before I was even aware of their presence. That's when it's scary. Situations which have the most potential problem for me on the bike is when there's a car behind me and a car ahead of me and the three of us will all be converging. I know I'll be the one being squeezed over to the side as the car behind me just can't wait for the car in the opposite direction to pass by. Also very important is to stay in as straight a line as possible (not weave) so that people and traffic can trust your riding ability and go around you with some confidence. I wear a helmet and a bright yellow jersey and use my mirror or turn around to look back at traffic so they know I'm aware of them. A good ride is a safe ride. Oh, and then there's the dogs, ...
53 weeks ago
53 weeks ago
Megan Atkinson
Ridiculous amounts of student-loan debt, soaring unemployment rates, tough financial times - I say, don't bother going back to school. Educate yourself. Create your own curriculum and textbooks and learn what's really relevant now. My energy job curriculum sample is here: http://wp.me/p1kAA3-5R What are your thoughts on self-education?
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JRandom42:
@Mark, and don't forget all those who attempt to game the certification"system, by such things as cheaters, brain dumps and so on. This is rampant ...More@Mark, and don't forget all those who attempt to game the certification"system, by such things as cheaters, brain dumps and so on. This is rampant in IT, where you have your "paper MCITP"
or "paper CCNA" who has studied and passed the tests, but has no clue of what he was being tested on and ends up being less than useless to an IT manager.
54 weeks ago
or "paper CCNA" who has studied and passed the tests, but has no clue of what he was being tested on and ends up being less than useless to an IT manager.
54 weeks ago
Megan Atkinson:
@Mark, the CEM certification is, by far, the most prestigious and universally accepted cert in the field. Good call :) Certifications can be a ...More@Mark, the CEM certification is, by far, the most prestigious and universally accepted cert in the field. Good call :) Certifications can be a fantastic alternative to the traditional classroom. I like that route personally because the info is more focused to my core objective. Piling on a bunch of pre-reqs for a new degree is just too hard for me stomach.
54 weeks ago
54 weeks ago
Jana Schuberth
Hello all, thought you might like my video interview with the lovely Brazen Careerist Jenny Blake about her book and not waiting for permission to do what truly matters to you, check out www.janaschuberth.com/jenny-blake
54 weeks ago from Career Changers, Career Rocketeer, Blogging Ideas, Ask A Coach and Creating a Life You Love3 more
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Rebecca Thorman
If you had $10K for social media outreach, how would you use it? Would you combine with other forms of media/marketing/advertising? Would you create campaigns or contests? Pay bloggers? Buy into a word of mouth service? Invest in analytics? The sky is the limit! What would you do?
90 weeks ago from Social Media Marketers, Social Media Analytics, Social Media and Social Pollination2 more
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