L. Marie Joseph
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TOP IDEA:
Dain
Where do you get your inspiration?
I would say I get mine from the enjoyment of learning and the excitement of developing new ideas/tasks
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Edward Antrobus:
I agree with Mike that inspiration and motivation are very different and produce different results. Being hungry motivates me to make dinner, but ...MoreI agree with Mike that inspiration and motivation are very different and produce different results. Being hungry motivates me to make dinner, but being tired of spaghetti inspires me to create new recipes.
So motivation causes you to "do." Inspiration causes you to create.
Personally, I'm a tinkerer and things not working the way I believe they should inspires me to create solutions.
49 weeks ago
So motivation causes you to "do." Inspiration causes you to create.
Personally, I'm a tinkerer and things not working the way I believe they should inspires me to create solutions.
49 weeks ago
Dain:
@Mike DEEP. Very nice. I agree with your separation of inspiration and motivation. I was talking about inspiration. @Edward I would have to say ...More@Mike DEEP. Very nice. I agree with your separation of inspiration and motivation. I was talking about inspiration. @Edward I would have to say I'm a tinkerer as well. I love 'fixing' things to improve them and make them better.
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Berrak S.
We're working on a Team Brazen blog and I'd love your input on Grad School vs. Real World Experience. This is something I'm battling with as well: If I have the real world experience, is it necessary for me to go to grad school? Will it enhance my chances of moving forward in my career? What do you guys think? What's been your experience?
54 weeks ago from Education, Human Resources, Entry-Level Young Professionals, Career Changers and Graduate Students3 more
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Sal Pellettieri:
Grad school was useful for me in that I learned some theory and practical applications in my field (finance). However I would say that about ...MoreGrad school was useful for me in that I learned some theory and practical applications in my field (finance). However I would say that about 80-90% of what I have learned in most classes (undergrad, grad, misc. courses etc) was useless. What has been more important is the credibility that the letters after my name has afforded me.
52 weeks ago
52 weeks ago
Danver Chandler:
the 'paper' it seems helps in some situations, though the reality of it is that its worth in an economy like this may be less than what you paid
50 weeks ago
50 weeks ago
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joined the group Graduate Students
53 weeks ago
TOP IDEA:
Hashim Warren
4 Ways To Get A Raise (Without Asking) - http://www.brazencareerist/2010/06/01/4-ways-to-get-a-raise-without-asking
Rebecca Thorman
I am REALLY excited today because I am officially credit card debt-free! It's all paid off and I'm pretty proud of myself. My next step was going to be to pay off my student loans (which have very low interest rates) or maybe my car (which I think has a 6% interest rate), or instead, re-build my emergency fund and then start donating to my Roth IRA again. What do you all think? Get rid of all debt or save a little first?
66 weeks ago from Personal Finance, Work/Life Blur, I am Gen Y, Credit Union Folks and Fans and Economics and Finance3 more
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Rebecca Thorman:
Wow, thanks so much everyone! This was awesome to read everyone's replies. I sat down with my spreadsheet, worked the numbers and found that I ...MoreWow, thanks so much everyone! This was awesome to read everyone's replies. I sat down with my spreadsheet, worked the numbers and found that I will be able to max out my Roth IRA, fill my emergency fund back up and pay off my car loan completely by the end of next year - so that's the goal. I'll probably do split payments between savings and car loan as many suggested, and then roll over all to savings. Thanks so much again!
66 weeks ago
66 weeks ago
Tyler Durbin
What do you feel are the most important things to understand about a workplace? The people? The processes? Expectations?
67 weeks ago from Gen-Y Professional Bloggers, GenYChat, Entry-Level Young Professionals and GenYJourney: Tips, Insights, Experiences For Young Professionals2 more
Scott Asai:
Culture and the people in it. Office politics is like a game of chess. You mine as well play versus sit on the sidelines and spectate. It's very ...MoreCulture and the people in it. Office politics is like a game of chess. You mine as well play versus sit on the sidelines and spectate. It's very difficult to go against the culture, so if you can't abide by the rules, you should probably get out. People hold different power based on their position and influence. Know who the power players are and build alliances with them.
67 weeks ago
67 weeks ago
Katie Colihan:
I'm agreeing with the general consensus and saying the people relationships are one of the most important parts of the company. Each person that ...MoreI'm agreeing with the general consensus and saying the people relationships are one of the most important parts of the company. Each person that you encounter will act and react in a different way. Some work best by sharing some humor with them, others are cut the chase, no BS types. It's important to take into consideration whom you work with and their specific work style, and adjusting your approach accordingly.
67 weeks ago
67 weeks ago
Lizzie Pauker
Being a part of a virtual team or being a virtual employee is an increasing trend in the workforce. Going virtual offers a lot of benefits but also has its downsides. Over the next week I will be critically thinking about virtual teams and invite you to join the conversation. To start, I want to know: what is the biggest challenge you've found working virtually?
Join the conversation at: http://tinyurl.com/26wa8
Read the article: www.Critical-Thinkers.com
67 weeks ago from Young Professional Women (YPW), I am Gen Y and Human Resources1 more
Melanie Lopez:
I've been teleworking once or twice a week for that last few years and I'm on a very social team so what we do to keep the conversation going is ...MoreI've been teleworking once or twice a week for that last few years and I'm on a very social team so what we do to keep the conversation going is to use a group chat every day to connect those of us that are at home or at the office.
Also I setup a section of my house as my office (which is helpful for when I video conference in to a meeting!) and is away from the couch and TV and other distractions! I have a young daughter and she goes to daycare so I have the house quiet and can focus. I usually get more done at home because I don't have people interrupting me all day (we have open desks, so no cubes or walls).
67 weeks ago
Also I setup a section of my house as my office (which is helpful for when I video conference in to a meeting!) and is away from the couch and TV and other distractions! I have a young daughter and she goes to daycare so I have the house quiet and can focus. I usually get more done at home because I don't have people interrupting me all day (we have open desks, so no cubes or walls).
67 weeks ago
Angela Ferrari:
I've been volunteering on line for a year now and my main issue was with time management...but now the problem is solved or at least limited! I've ...MoreI've been volunteering on line for a year now and my main issue was with time management...but now the problem is solved or at least limited! I've always had a team to work with, so it wasn't that bad! :-)
67 weeks ago
67 weeks ago
Tony Forte
Do you know how much you're spending yearly on eating out for lunch versus bringing your food from home? There may be a "Lunch Is Too Damn Much" party starting soon. Below is an insightful and different angle on the benefits of bringing lunch from home?
http://www.urbanprofessor.com/2010/10/22/from-the-home-ease/
Brazen community, do you prefer to pack lunch or buy lunch?
67 weeks ago from Future Leaders, Entry-Level Young Professionals, Brazen Undergrads, Graduate Students and I am Gen Y3 more
Tony Forte:
Okay, so for those of you who bring lunch from home, what's the one piece of advise you'll give for those of us who think it's too complicated? ...MoreOkay, so for those of you who bring lunch from home, what's the one piece of advise you'll give for those of us who think it's too complicated? Saving the money is definitely an attention getter, but, if it's more convenient also, it's a certified winner. Thoughts?
67 weeks ago
67 weeks ago
JRandom42:
How's this? When you're preparing dinner, how about preparing lunch at the same time?
67 weeks ago
67 weeks ago
Andrew Leer
When was the last time you got a job with a resume?
I'm trying to figure out if all this stuff about networking being the only way to find a job is hype or not.
Jessica Bahr:
Your network allows you to find more potential jobs, but if your resume doesn't get across how valuable you will be then you are screwed.
70 weeks ago
70 weeks ago
Julie O'Malley:
What's dead is the generic resume that just chronicles past job duties and expects employers to figure out if you're a match.Every resume you send ...MoreWhat's dead is the generic resume that just chronicles past job duties and expects employers to figure out if you're a match.Every resume you send should be a unique marketing document that addresses the employer's needs and illustrates the benefits you can contribute to their business.
70 weeks ago
70 weeks ago
Ryan Paugh
RT @BrazenCareerist: Hey #Brazen Careerist! On Wednesday, August 18, meet up everywhere and "crowdsource" your career ---> http://bit.ly/d4AOro
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80 weeks ago
TOP IDEA:
L. Marie Joseph
I know you already heard the spill, save money, invest in your 401k, and get out of credit card debt. Some financial gurus will even tell you don’t spend money on anything unless you’re out of debt! Huh?
My mantra is: Do what fits your personal situation. In some aspects people come first instead of money as Suze Orman says http://to.ly/5xQN
L. Marie Joseph
I know you already heard the spill, save money, invest in your 401k, and get out of credit card debt. Some financial gurus will even tell you don’t spend money on anything unless you’re out of debt! Huh?
My mantra is: Do what fits your personal situation. In some aspects people come first instead of money as Suze Orman says.http://www.moneymonk.net/2010/07/personal-finance-success-is-not-always-in-one-form/
Chanelle Schneider
Do you recall the American Dream? Do you remember what it was supposed to be? Is it your reality now? Let's discuss it!
86 weeks ago from GenYChat
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Penelope Trunk
I am starting to think that we can have only one goal at a time. We have the things we do to keep our life going -- to keep the status quo. And we have one goal that is a game changer. Hard to handle more than one game changer. And maybe we shouldn't be bogged down by calling stuff a goal that is really maintenance. What do you guys think? Or maybe I'm just toying with the idea of being an underachiever.
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Kenji Crosland:
Having one big goal or project at a time is great for focus. Instead of having one's attention diluted by too many commitments, you have your ...MoreHaving one big goal or project at a time is great for focus. Instead of having one's attention diluted by too many commitments, you have your mental resources focused on just one. I've done this my self on a big project I've worked on and I don't regret not doing the things I didn't do for a minute. It gave me plenty of time and energy to focus on the big things that really matter.
87 weeks ago
87 weeks ago
Scott Keegan:
I agree Penelope. Too many goals is like trying to multi-task, and our brains are just not wired that way. Also, many people confuse tasks for goals.
87 weeks ago
87 weeks ago
Nicole Rogers
I'm looking for a Social Media Specialist for a small company in San Francisco. Please email me if you're interested and I'll forward you the job description.
Ashley Richards:
Hi Nicole -- it seems I'm not alone in trying to find an email to contact you. My email is MoreHi Nicole -- it seems I'm not alone in trying to find an email to contact you. My email is ashley@829media.com and I'd love to hear more about the position.
113 weeks ago
113 weeks ago
Roel Cremer:
Dear Nicolle, thanks for the invitation. I am located near Amsterdam, probabably too far out to cooperate. Still interested to learn about your ...MoreDear Nicolle, thanks for the invitation. I am located near Amsterdam, probabably too far out to cooperate. Still interested to learn about your company and the job description. Best greetings Roel
112 weeks ago
112 weeks ago
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