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Ryan Healy Is it just me or do you guys think "work/life balance" is a totally outdated paradigm? Why would you want to separate work from your life?

139 weeks ago from Work/Life Blur

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Edward Antrobus: I was just having this conversation with a friend yesterday. The important thing is to remember that there is a difference between "work" and ...MoreI was just having this conversation with a friend yesterday. The important thing is to remember that there is a difference between "work" and "vocation." For those with a vocation, I can see how it might be easy for lines to blur. But I believe that the majority of the population does not have a vocation. And if you only work, even if you consider it a career, then your fulfillment will come from outside of your job and it makes sense to keep the two separate.
16 weeks ago

Alex Dea: I like to view it as a sliding scale. At times, I think I have balance in my life. I am able to adequately manage the things at work while still ...MoreI like to view it as a sliding scale. At times, I think I have balance in my life. I am able to adequately manage the things at work while still maintaining my lifestyle (ex: going to the gym, seeing friends, traveling etc) but there are also times when I don't have it and am not able to do those things. While its not ideal, I know that when I don't have great balance that it will come back, but if it goes on for too long of a stretch then I know I need to either do or say something to fix it.
16 weeks ago

TOP IDEA: Emily Jasper Hi, My Name Is Emily, And I'm Pro Corporate - http://www.brazencareerist/2010/02/18/hi-my-name-is-emily-and-im-pro-cor...

103 weeks ago

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65 weeks ago

roxxky: I always follow all your news but this one I have missed. It is really a new fact for me about Trojans and I will definitely try to find more ...MoreI always follow all your news but this one I have missed. It is really a new fact for me about Trojans and I will definitely try to find more publications about her. Well, I have to admit that she is really a beautiful woman and personally I think that she is very similar like Alexis Texas! Look at her. Anyway thanks a lot for sharing these wonderful news! seo

63 weeks ago

J. Maureen Henderson I have a ton of pieces from another site (also run on a Wordpress platform) that just went out of biz that I want to import to my main blog, but I don't want them intermingled with existing Generation Meh content (tags and categories are different, so is formatting, topics, etc.). Ideally, I'd want them all on their own page of my site, but I'm not having any luck making this happen. Am I going to have to bite the bullet and give them their own blog (please say no)?

78 weeks ago from Wordpress Bloggers

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Andrew Norcross: You can create a 2nd WP install on the site. Install it in a folder with a unique name (not being used by a current category or page name on the ...MoreYou can create a 2nd WP install on the site. Install it in a folder with a unique name (not being used by a current category or page name on the main site) and import it all there. Or, you can set up the multi site option if your host allows it
78 weeks ago

Andrew Norcross: feel free to contact me if you need a more specific how-to
78 weeks ago

Andrew Norcross @MelissaBreau yep. What's the link to the question? #brazen

78 weeks ago from

Rebecca Thorman Are you a financial burden on your parents? WSJ recently argued that because more young adults have a "failure to launch" that parenthood is too pricey (http://bit.ly/9mlHdk) - they ask, would your decision about whether to have children, or how many to have, be different if you knew you would have to support them financially well into their twenties? Personally, I always grew up desiring to support my mother as I got older, not for her to continually support me. To each his own though :)

92 weeks ago from I am Gen Y, Working Moms, Personal Finance and GenYJourney: Tips, Insights, Experiences For Young Professionals 2 more

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Ty Unglebower: Well said, Paula. I never had a whole lot of respect for people who told their kids constantly, (starting at about their 13th birthday)..

"Once ...MoreWell said, Paula. I never had a whole lot of respect for people who told their kids constantly, (starting at about their 13th birthday)..

"Once you're 18, you're out of here. Don't expect a dime from me."
81 weeks ago

Kenji Crosland: After supporting myself for five years, I dislike being a financial burden on my parents, but I'm grateful that they allow me to stay at home and ...MoreAfter supporting myself for five years, I dislike being a financial burden on my parents, but I'm grateful that they allow me to stay at home and eat their food while I work to get my business off the ground. I suppose that one must learn to set aside one's pride and take whatever help one can get. I don't think anyone ever really "made it" without relying on help from others.
80 weeks ago

Mehul Kar I'm edging closer and closer to disabling comments on my blog. I'll share my reasons later, but wanted to get your thoughts first.

92 weeks ago from Brazen Bloggers

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Mehul Kar: I just disabled comments :)
92 weeks ago

Lil Crawford: hoorah!
92 weeks ago

Perry Liss Anyone know how to put a counter up on your blog on Blogspot so that you can track how many hits you are getting? And if you wanna check out my blog (mostly on sports) you can see it here: http://iknowimlazy.blogspot.com/

96 weeks ago from Blogging Ideas

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Rebecca Thorman: I like Wordpress as well, and use Google Analytics and Feedburner to track numbers. Since you just started, Perry, it'd be a cinch to transfer to ...MoreI like Wordpress as well, and use Google Analytics and Feedburner to track numbers. Since you just started, Perry, it'd be a cinch to transfer to Wordpress, I bet.
95 weeks ago

Jake: What I did was do a search on "blog hit counters" in google and then searched through the sites that came up. There are a ton of different designs ...MoreWhat I did was do a search on "blog hit counters" in google and then searched through the sites that came up. There are a ton of different designs that you can have and they are really easy to get.
95 weeks ago

Andrew Norcross Anyone have a specific hotel recommendation? I don't know squat about Austin. I just want one that has a pool and a hot tub!

111 weeks ago from SXSW

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Andrew Norcross: Thanks Devin. Being that I have a bad hip (rebuilt, steel rods, the works) I'd like to keep the walking to a minimum. I'll check these out.
108 weeks ago

Olga Garcia: I would stick to the Hilton if possible. It's across the street. Good luck!
105 weeks ago

Alexandra Levit How are you planning on re-invigorating your career in 2010?

113 weeks ago from JobSTART 101

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JR Moreau: Location independent living is a really good plan for 2010. Not sure if I'll get there this year though, but who knows? I definitely didn't see ...MoreLocation independent living is a really good plan for 2010. Not sure if I'll get there this year though, but who knows? I definitely didn't see myself in Wisconsin a year ago, so anything's possible.
I also want to focus on becoming a champion and raising awareness for students and gradiates who don't know where to turn for taking action against predatory student lending companies and making good financial choices pre/post college.
113 weeks ago

David Spinks: I work for a startup that changes every day...I think it will keep my interest for a while (=
113 weeks ago

CJ Bowker Just set up a new blog http://cjbowker.com. I would love to hear what you think. What's the best way to set up threaded comments? I want to add the option to reply to another person's comments. I thought it would do it automatically but doesn't seem to. Thank you for your help.

114 weeks ago from Wordpress Bloggers

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Rebecca Thorman: It looks great! I'm really picky about blog designs, but think yours looks nice and clean. I like the motto too :) Great job!
114 weeks ago

Neal Schaffer: I do not use the Thesis theme, but I do use the Disqus plug-in to handle my comments. Highly recommended! You can see it in action in my blog at ...MoreI do not use the Thesis theme, but I do use the Disqus plug-in to handle my comments. Highly recommended! You can see it in action in my blog at http://www.windmillnetworking.com.
114 weeks ago

Jordy Clements Does anyone include a facebook share button on their blog (http://www.facebook.com/facebook-widgets/share.php)? I see a lot of Retweet buttons, but not facebook. Just wondering if people think they're useful/will bring in traffic, or just add more clutter.

114 weeks ago from Wordpress Bloggers

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Erick Hitter: @Neal, if you're still having trouble with the Facebook button, I just completed a plugin that integrates the Share button in an easier manner ...More@Neal, if you're still having trouble with the Facebook button, I just completed a plugin that integrates the Share button in an easier manner than those plugins currently available. It's available for download at http://disparate.info/plugins/simple-fb-share-button/ and you can see it in practice on my site.
113 weeks ago

Jordy Clements: In the end, I caved and added the facebook button, but it took awhile to finally get both it and the retweet button to play nice together. It ...MoreIn the end, I caved and added the facebook button, but it took awhile to finally get both it and the retweet button to play nice together. It looks like you guys went a different route, but in case you decide to use them, I think the key to having them both align vertically was adding this css property to the style field in the settings menu: "clear: both". Would love your opinion on how it looks: http://bit.ly/5hqu6T (sorry if that seems like baiting traffic)
113 weeks ago

Josh Allen IRA or Roth IRA? I prefer the IRA myself.

120 weeks ago from Personal Finance

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Stephanie Collins: @Andrew: I'll never be in a lower income tax bracket than I am now! ;) Also, this should probably be moved to a forum discussion.
120 weeks ago

Stephanie Collins: Forum topic added to give us some room to discuss: MoreForum topic added to give us some room to discuss: http://www.brazencareerist.com/group/personal-finance/forum/roth-ira-vs-...
120 weeks ago

Lindsey Anderson I've wanted tattoos my who life, I've always loved them. Thankfully I waited til adulthood and made good choices... ha ha.

128 weeks ago from The tattooed professional!

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Andrew Norcross: @Photis: I've actually always wanted to get a 'bullshit' tattoo, but just haven't gotten around to it. I've still got 10 hrs left on my ribs
128 weeks ago

Jessica Bahr: I got my first one when I was 14, don't regret it, yet. My friend got 'your name' tattooed when she was drunk.
125 weeks ago

Dead Hedge Anyone had to explain their tattoos to young kids? My 16 month old likes pointing at mine and is probably going to want one when he's 3.

128 weeks ago from The tattooed professional!

Andrew Norcross: My 2 year old will probably start asking questions once he sees other men who AREN'T covered like me and my friends.
128 weeks ago

Andrew Norcross I am techincally allowed to wear a short-sleeved polo shirt, but I haven't in years. Hence, my arms are covered. No casual Friday, though!

128 weeks ago from The tattooed professional!

Andrew Norcross So has anyone out there made tattoo decisions based on their office dress code?

128 weeks ago from The tattooed professional!

Rich DeMatteo Can someone help me insert a contact form into my Contact section? I'm far from techy and have no idea how to start. Thanks folks!

128 weeks ago from Wordpress Bloggers

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Dean Soto: WP-Spamfree has a nice contact form with easy instructions built in. Plus it's an awesome spam blocker. I use it on my site for both.
128 weeks ago

Alec Satin: Another very simple solution is easy contact MoreAnother very simple solution is easy contact http://www.plaintxt.org/experiments/easy-contact/ looks like you've got many good choices :)
127 weeks ago

Josh Thomas Looking to get started in blogging, but what's the big diff between WP and typepad? Any significant pros or cons for either?

128 weeks ago from Wordpress Bloggers

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Josh Thomas: I've looked mostly at wordpress.com since I don't have a web host. What do you recommend?
128 weeks ago

Andrew Norcross: I'd go for Wordpress.com for now. That way, if / when you want to move over to a self-hosted Wordpress.org blog, you can easily move content
128 weeks ago

Andrew Norcross I'm enjoying the new UI by far. However, I'd love to see a way to filter out the 'fan feed' on the front page, perhaps by type of update

128 weeks ago from Brazen Community Feedback

Ryan Healy: Good call, Andrew. That one is on "the list." And let me tell you, that list is getting longer every minute :)
128 weeks ago

Meghan Deaver I like the new site layout; however, I'm not a fan of the Twitter API pop up that appears when I try to access Groups.

128 weeks ago from Brazen Community Feedback

Andrew Norcross: That's probably due to someone's updates being protected. While it doesn't make sense to protect them and then put them here, people do it.
128 weeks ago

Meghan Deaver: Thanks, Andrew! I didn't realize that was causing an issue; now that I adjusted my settings, the pop up doesn't appear. Thanks again!
128 weeks ago

Andrew Norcross For those still on Wordpress.com (instead of self-hosted Wordpress.org). Why haven't you switched?

131 weeks ago from Wordpress Bloggers

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Matt Shelton: wp.com is limited in included plugins/themes, but it gets the job done. a good site is (mostly) good content, not just look/feel.
128 weeks ago

Andrew Norcross: Hosting plans are pretty cheap (I use Hostgator which is 8 bucks a month for unlimited domains / bandwidth).
128 weeks ago

Aniss Mansouri Hi Penelope. How do I choose which people eat lunch with?

132 weeks ago from Ask Penelope Trunk!

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Holly Hoffman: I look for the movers & shakers in my community & find a way to meet them, say at a mixer or event. Then I email them & say hey ...MoreI look for the movers & shakers in my community & find a way to meet them, say at a mixer or event. Then I email them & say hey remember me?
132 weeks ago

Holly Hoffman: Before you have lunch you want to make sure it's worth your time & their time to meet. A few email exchanges usually work for me.
132 weeks ago

Is anyone here from the DC area by any chance? Curious what co-working places are available in MD/DC area.

133 weeks ago from Coworking

Andrew Norcross: The link that Abraham listed below shows the various areas (scroll down to the bottom)
133 weeks ago

: @Andrew Thanks. I checked out the list. I've heard of Affinity Lab before. I'm looking for something informal, good for new freelancers.
133 weeks ago

Andrew Norcross I read lifehacker, Technibble, Smarterware, and The How-To Geek quite often. Great reads, check'em out

137 weeks ago from Tech Gurus

Andrew Norcross I guess the question arises not when they blur, but when they overlap. i.e. the Blackberry at the dinner table. That's rude, isn't it?

138 weeks ago from Work/Life Blur