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Sara Gallagher
8 “Boomsday” Predictions - http://www.brazencareerist/2010/05/03/8-boomsday-predictions
Miri McDonald:
I love this! Sara, your predictions are so insightful. I am a Gen Xer and enjoy learning about the differences between generations and how they ...MoreI love this! Sara, your predictions are so insightful. I am a Gen Xer and enjoy learning about the differences between generations and how they work, what motivates them, and how things will change.
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101 weeks ago
Sara Gallagher:
Thank you Miri! That was one of the first posts I ever wrote on my blog, and I'm glad that so many other people are interested in this topic as ...MoreThank you Miri! That was one of the first posts I ever wrote on my blog, and I'm glad that so many other people are interested in this topic as well. I think Ryan Paugh has also written some neat stuff on this subject.
101 weeks ago
101 weeks ago
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Clara Kuo
Millennials and their Families: For those who have passed their quarter life crisis and are edging into the 30s, have you seen you friends having firstborns or going to have firstborns? I see some of my friends having babies and it's a scary thought! Some plan on quitting their jobs or working only part time. I personally can't imagine not working.
Could having children negatively affect one's personal brand?
Diana Antholis:
It's all about what you make of it. I posted to your blog. When you are ready - you will figure out what is most important to you and how to ...MoreIt's all about what you make of it. I posted to your blog. When you are ready - you will figure out what is most important to you and how to handle work and family. Remember that you can control it and take charge of the situation. Don't let others tell you what you should do and don't let stigmas control your perceptions.
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58 weeks ago
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Miri McDonald
Read my interview with Kathleen Paris featured on @SBWorkforce on how to create a healthy workplace http://ow.ly/2qk1x
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Miri McDonald
An interview with Kathleen Paris: What does a healthy organization look like? http://bit.ly/aF6dYg
Miri McDonald
Congrats to @JenGresham on the mention in @smartbrief on your career: 5 Warnings Signs You’re Too Ambitious http://bit.ly/9bEda2 #brazen
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Rebecca Thorman
I was in DC this wkend and was struck by how cool/important the jobs were of those I met - two people worked for the FBI in top-secret positions, many were in the Coast Guard, one girl sold weapons to other countries, several lawyers/finance, another sold jets, and yet another sold helicopters. The quality of conversation as a result seemed better than in other cities. Have you found this to be true in DC? Does a strong gov't sector create strong jobs? Are smart people concentrated there?
102 weeks ago from Government and Public-Sector, Washington D.C., Travel for Business, Military and Networking Tips3 more
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Jay Hepner:
Arguably the BEST thing about DC, and MoCo compared to any other county in MD, is the incredible diversity. People from virtually every country ...MoreArguably the BEST thing about DC, and MoCo compared to any other county in MD, is the incredible diversity. People from virtually every country in the world, every state in the country. That's the real romance of DC and MoCo. NoVa, too.
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101 weeks ago
Ken:
@Kathleeen Kurke--ditto. Lived in NOVA 3 years and now live in Tampa area. I slugged in/out of the district the whole time and by and large had ...More@Kathleeen Kurke--ditto. Lived in NOVA 3 years and now live in Tampa area. I slugged in/out of the district the whole time and by and large had better conversations with paralegals than I did with some with "important" job titles.
100 weeks ago
100 weeks ago
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Miri McDonald
My new blog post: Changing of the guard: 10 Strategies for Successful CEO transitions http://bit.ly/dribkX
Miri McDonald
Check out the free webcast w/ @JasonFried hosted by @BrazenCareerist. Sign up over here >> http://bit.ly/bpGLnP #Brazen
95 weeks ago from
Sharalyn Hartwell
I just discovered something yesterday and I'm pumped about it. Women's Health magazine has a ton of free workouts you can download to your iPod. I think this is genius. I already bring my iPod to the gym, I don't want to bring paper with exercises jotted down and I definitely don't want to have to think of what to do next. I tried one of them on Saturday and my lower body is still in shock. Anyone else had success doing something like to shake up their gym routine?
99 weeks ago from Fit Freaks, Young Professional Women (YPW) and Dress Code Personal Style1 more
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Sharalyn Hartwell:
That's awesome @Emma. I just got back from a mid-day workout-a plyometric one from the site. I'm pooped! I'd love to read your blog!
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Emma:
So the workout was easy to use? I still haven't downloaded one yet. I'm tempted by the Evangeline Lilly one though, as I say in the post!
Blog is ...MoreSo the workout was easy to use? I still haven't downloaded one yet. I'm tempted by the Evangeline Lilly one though, as I say in the post!
Blog is at http://www.janehasajob.com
97 weeks ago
Blog is ...MoreSo the workout was easy to use? I still haven't downloaded one yet. I'm tempted by the Evangeline Lilly one though, as I say in the post!
Blog is at http://www.janehasajob.com
97 weeks ago
Miri McDonald
I think all you Brazenites will enjoy my guest post on the @keppie_careers blog: Job seekers and motivation – things to consider when job hunting bit.ly/ceifUj
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jljkl:
Loved the post Miri, especially bringing up the often overlooked questions of management style and (formal and informal) growth opportunities. ...MoreLoved the post Miri, especially bringing up the often overlooked questions of management style and (formal and informal) growth opportunities. Thanks for sharing!
97 weeks ago
97 weeks ago
Miri McDonald
I think all you Brazenites will enjoy my guest post on the @keppie_careers blog: Job seekers and motivation – things to consider when job hunting bit.ly/ceifUj
Miri McDonald
I'm attending a Free Webcast with @37signals Founder, Jason Fried. You don't want to miss this one >> http://bit.ly/dglGSk #brazen
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Sara Gallagher
Rightly or wrongly, as a result of my parents' divorce, I no longer believe that love is enough to sustain a lifelong relationship. To be sure, it's difficult to have a fulfilling relationship without a deep, abiding love for one another. But marriage is also--and you could even say fundamentally--a business partnership. I write about this in this post http://gearsandshifts.com/2010/06/whats_love/ What, if anything, do you think marriage has in common with business?
99 weeks ago from Personal Development, GenYJourney: Tips, Insights, Experiences For Young Professionals and Work/Life Blur1 more
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Josh Allan Dykstra:
Might be some interesting things on this topic in the new book "Power of 2" by Rodd Wagner & Gale Muller, which provides some really fabulous ...MoreMight be some interesting things on this topic in the new book "Power of 2" by Rodd Wagner & Gale Muller, which provides some really fabulous research on what makes a healthy/strong business partnership. I found many of the same, complementary aspects seemed to cross over into my relationship with my wife.
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98 weeks ago
Matthew Everett:
This is an interesting discussion and is very similar to something I was discussing with a friend. We were discussing the difference in ...MoreThis is an interesting discussion and is very similar to something I was discussing with a friend. We were discussing the difference in "marriage" and "civil unions". I lamented the fact that the ideas of religion, love, and sex have more or less taken over what is fundamentally a contract between two people and the government. The fact is two people can love each other and never marry just as easily as two people can marry and never love each other. Where the trouble comes in is when you decide love = marriage or a loveless marriage = divorce.
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Lindsay Browning
What according to you is the best and foremost thing to be done in order to retain your key talent within your organisation?
98 weeks ago from Google, Professional Development, Brazen Careerist's Top 50 Gen-Y Companies and Career Rocketeer2 more
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Josh Allan Dykstra:
The short answer to this question is: engage them. HOW to do this, of course, is trickier. Rebecca, Miri, and Raquel all have some great thoughts ...MoreThe short answer to this question is: engage them. HOW to do this, of course, is trickier. Rebecca, Miri, and Raquel all have some great thoughts above to help us get started with this, I think.
I LOVE Dan's Autonomy/Mastery/Purpose framework, I just find it feels a little vague on answering that "how" for most people. Engagement always happens at a "local level," meaning at the manager/employee connection. So, much of the "how" gets answered in the context of that relationship. Happy to elaborate if you like. Love this stuff!
98 weeks ago
I LOVE Dan's Autonomy/Mastery/Purpose framework, I just find it feels a little vague on answering that "how" for most people. Engagement always happens at a "local level," meaning at the manager/employee connection. So, much of the "how" gets answered in the context of that relationship. Happy to elaborate if you like. Love this stuff!
98 weeks ago
Miri McDonald
3 sites that give a real sense of company culture, values, & people @ZeroStrategist @StarrTincup @CornerAlliance http://bit.ly/c14Eb9
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Miri McDonald
My latest blog posting was the headline article in SmartBrief on Social Media today. "Stop, Listen, Connect" and other words of wisdom by Chris Brogan http://bit.ly/bgqCxN
Melissa Breau
Okay, so I've got a situation I'd love some Brazen help sorting out.
Aurian Campbell:
I'm with Ty on this one. If it were any of the other applicants, then it'd be hard to justify bringing her in based solely on the fact that she ...MoreI'm with Ty on this one. If it were any of the other applicants, then it'd be hard to justify bringing her in based solely on the fact that she didn't follow the application instructions.
Shouldn't you be MORE careful when applying to someone you know? That way there is more chance for your contact to present you as the best option.
101 weeks ago
Shouldn't you be MORE careful when applying to someone you know? That way there is more chance for your contact to present you as the best option.
101 weeks ago
Miri McDonald
There are so many layers! The first is team/staff which is really back to high school popularity stuff. Then, there's the leadership politics and that's partially the popularity game but your performance comes into it too. The yucky part is that often times a leader has to like you to even look at your performance. Then there's the client politics. Again, sometimes first impression governs the rest of the relationship even if your performance is stellar. What do you think?
Miri McDonald
There are so many layers! The first is team/staff which is really back to high school popularity stuff. Then, there's the leadership politics and that's partially the popularity game but your performance comes into it too. The yucky part is that often times a leader has to like you to even look at your performance. Then there's the client politics. Again, sometimes first impression governs the rest of the relationship even if your performance is stellar. What do you think?
Ryan Paugh:
I think so too. First impressions mean a lot and if you make a bad one it can follow you for the rest of your days at that company.
My least ...MoreI think so too. First impressions mean a lot and if you make a bad one it can follow you for the rest of your days at that company.
My least favorite type of politics are the team/staff politics. You said it, it's like being back in High School :)
102 weeks ago
My least ...MoreI think so too. First impressions mean a lot and if you make a bad one it can follow you for the rest of your days at that company.
My least favorite type of politics are the team/staff politics. You said it, it's like being back in High School :)
102 weeks ago
Penelope Trunk
I find that almost all career questions I get fall into one of two categories: Lacking self-knowledge about how people perceive you or lacking the ability to take a risk to get what you want. I think the first one is actually about office politics. The most important thing about office politics is knowing what other people think of you so you can manage your emotional contribution at work. Do you agree with this? And, do you think everyone thinks they have good self-knowledge even if they don't?
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Melanie McGrath:
I don't necessarily think that many people aren't valued if they don't play into office politics. I think that we all need to know office politics ...MoreI don't necessarily think that many people aren't valued if they don't play into office politics. I think that we all need to know office politics strategy though so that you don't get rolled over by unscrupulous jerks.
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Bryon Ownby:
I like your thoughts @Melanie. Although we don't play the game, you have to know the game real well (learning by experience).
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Miri McDonald
Today marks my 2 month anniversary blogging on mirimcdonald.com. I'm curious, what do people think is expected in terms of blogging regularity? I've been doing 1x a week. Too infrequent? Opinions. I'd also welcome any feedback on my blog voice/topics, etc.
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Paul Balcerak:
@Miri- I second Tim's point—I think quality and consistency are the two most important aspects of blogging. I've built up an expectation of one ...More@Miri- I second Tim's point—I think quality and consistency are the two most important aspects of blogging. I've built up an expectation of one post per day, so when I miss a day...that sucks. But if you're posting once a week, as long as you don't miss a week, I think you can do just fine.
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James Thomas:
Many of the blogs that post very frequently are just putting out short snippets of content (the written equivalent of soundbites).If you are ...MoreMany of the blogs that post very frequently are just putting out short snippets of content (the written equivalent of soundbites).If you are writing longer, well thought posts, I think once or twice a week is quite enough.
I have been blogging for years and have built a pretty good following averaging just two posts a week. As others have stated, it really all depends on your content and the target audience you wish to reach.
101 weeks ago
I have been blogging for years and have built a pretty good following averaging just two posts a week. As others have stated, it really all depends on your content and the target audience you wish to reach.
101 weeks ago
Penelope Trunk
I just did something big with my blog ideas: I threw them all out. I have kept a spreadsheet for years of links to ideas I like and ideas for posts I should write. And I used to write all my posts from this sheet. I decided I was actually bogged down by ideas. I decided it's easier to have ideas than to write. Do you ever feel this way? I am wondering if the problem of not blogging is ideas or self-discipline.
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Annabel Candy:
Ah yes, "it's easier to have ideas than to write" Brilliant that you threw them all away. Liberating. Ideally I'd liberate all mine by just ...MoreAh yes, "it's easier to have ideas than to write" Brilliant that you threw them all away. Liberating. Ideally I'd liberate all mine by just writing them and publishing them somewhere. Stopping all the anal perfectionism and getting them out there. I have a zillion drafts on the blog, in notebooks and ideas forever. Got to try to get them out there, not hoard them like a demented squirrel:)
102 weeks ago
102 weeks ago
Annabel Candy:
Having more thoughts on this. Even in the beginning when no one is reading your blog (or just your best friend) it;s hard enough to be raw, honest ...MoreHaving more thoughts on this. Even in the beginning when no one is reading your blog (or just your best friend) it;s hard enough to be raw, honest and flawed. Especially if you're a writer and people expect everything to be word perfect. When you have 50k subscribers it must be worse. Please lead the way for us, help us be brave, show us how to get our ideas out there. After all, the blog posts are just a rough draft for the bestselling book?!
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