Where ambitious young professionals connect and grow

Richard Dedor
Astoria, NY
Community Manager, VaynerMedia
Marketing
Fans (22)
Groups (14)

Already a member?

Click here to login

Welcome to Brazen Careerist!

Richard Dedor is using Brazen Careerist to share ideas. Join now to become a member and start networking with Richard Dedor and other professionals just like you. Learn more.


All Activity

 

15 weeks ago

 
TOP IDEA: Amy Ng Who needs a job or knows someone who needs a job? Citi has openings. LOTS of openings. Visit our Careers website (http://careers.citigroup.com) and let me know if you find anything or want to meet any of our Recruiters. I'll get you connected to the right people.

53 weeks ago from Citi, We're Hiring, Brazen Careerist's Top 50 Gen-Y Companies, Brazen Careerists in New York City and Entry-Level Young Professionals3 more

Bianca Rodrigues: Amy, my dad is looking for a position as a Director/Manager of IT. Anything in that department? Let me know, thanks.
23 weeks ago
Amy Ng: Hi Bianca, Your dad can search all of our Technology jobs here: MoreHi Bianca, Your dad can search all of our Technology jobs here: http://citi.us/owQWDz
23 weeks ago
 
Timothy Johnson III What's your biggest personal motivation for freelancing on the side or starting a small side business? What interesting side projects are you working on? What keeps you moving forward?

36 weeks ago from Freelancing, Location Independent, Creatively Inspired and Young Entrepreneur Community2 more

Noel Rozny: @Danielle--Thanks! I wasn't sure if what I wrote made sense. :)
36 weeks ago
Jim Armstrong: I'm constantly trying to develop new skills and discover passions of mine I wouldn't have otherwise found in my day job. Whether its blogging, ...MoreI'm constantly trying to develop new skills and discover passions of mine I wouldn't have otherwise found in my day job. Whether its blogging, attending Startup weekend or helping friends with their own side-projects, I love to help others.
35 weeks ago
 
Nola Akiwowo Just have to ask.... I love my current gig at my non-profit, and would like to prep myself for upper management / executive status one day. Should I consider grad school in non-profit management or public policy? Should I just take certificate courses? Or should I stick with learning on the job?

39 weeks ago from Non-Profit Management

Richard Dedor: Definitely get a mentor in the arena, in the specific Non-Profit subject area you want to move into and build a solid relationship with them! Good ...MoreDefinitely get a mentor in the arena, in the specific Non-Profit subject area you want to move into and build a solid relationship with them! Good luck!
36 weeks ago
Whitney May Parker: Hi Nola, You might consider an executive course like the one at Syracuse: MoreHi Nola, You might consider an executive course like the one at Syracuse: http://www.maxwell.syr.edu/leadershipinstitute/ -- Also, you might be interested in a recent article I co-authored on trends related to nonprofits: http://blog.brazencareerist.com/2011/05/24/three-predictions-on-the-futu...
36 weeks ago
 
Laura The company I work for just rolled out a Code of Conduct which generally prohibits side employment (may "impair duty of loyalty to company"). I've been covertly working on a side venture (self employment) for almost 18 months now. Any thoughts on reconciling side employment with Code of Conduct?

36 weeks ago

Richard Dedor: Ask if it is required you sign it.

The other thought is that with a "contract" like that, you can sometimes cross out lines you don't agree with ...More
Ask if it is required you sign it.

The other thought is that with a "contract" like that, you can sometimes cross out lines you don't agree with and still sign it.

I'm not a lawyer, but that is just what I have been told through my various contract experiences.

36 weeks ago
JRandom42: Just prepared to give up one or the other when they find out what you've been doing.
36 weeks ago
 
Melissa Breau So I've been struggling to find someone interested in publishing for an unpaid internship at our company... the shame of it is, that there is a god change of a job opening up in the near future for that person should they be a good fit. Any ideas for finding a college student who might be interested in learning a bit about publishing? (I've already submitted information to a number of local schools & Craigslist)

46 weeks ago from Brazen Careerists in New York City

Melissa Breau: @Ashley - as much as I wish I could offering it to someone who telecommutes, my boss requires interns to be in the office 2x a week.
43 weeks ago
Ashley Feader: No problem, Melissa. Thank you for the response!
43 weeks ago
 
TOP IDEA: Laura Bond I recently wrote a blog post about "side hustling," a fun, trendy saying for getting paid for doing something in addition to your full-time income. While many other bloggers will extol the freedom and money that often come with side hustling, some forget to tell you how hard it is to get started (financially or otherwise) and keep going. Work/life balance, what? Harder when you have two+ jobs! Interested in side hustling? Check this out first: http://t.co/MLUJiJr

51 weeks ago

Tracy Brisson: Hi Laura. Do you have an RSS for your blog? I couldn't find it on your site. I really enjoyed your post and would like to add your blog to my ...MoreHi Laura. Do you have an RSS for your blog? I couldn't find it on your site. I really enjoyed your post and would like to add your blog to my Google Reader. Thanks!
44 weeks ago
Kristen Creager: For me it's harder to balance the different types of people: Business professional vs. Music & Nightlife professional. They are so different ...MoreFor me it's harder to balance the different types of people: Business professional vs. Music & Nightlife professional. They are so different and things are acceptable in one crowd that aren't in the other.
44 weeks ago
 
Richard Dedor I have finally moved to NYC! Yippee! But I'm also a full-time job hunter and networking and open to connect with anyone and everyone! My passions are marketing, sports, writing, events, hospitality and training and development.

51 weeks ago from Brazen Careerists in New York City

Tracy Brisson: Hi Richard. I am hosting a networking event next week on Wed. 2/23. I have three recruiters booked so far. I am going to post in NYC Brazen ...MoreHi Richard. I am hosting a networking event next week on Wed. 2/23. I have three recruiters booked so far. I am going to post in NYC Brazen tomorrow, but if you fan me, I can send you private details. Thanks!
51 weeks ago
Richard Dedor: Done! :-) Thanks!
51 weeks ago
 
Richard Dedor I'm new to the NYC area after just moving from Kansas City and am trying to build a freelance business and was hoping the group here would have a fountain of advice for me.

51 weeks ago from Freelancing

 
Richard Dedor From a job seeker: What are the best places to search for work in associations?

51 weeks ago from Association Professionals

 
Richard Dedor Hey Gang ... for some reason I am having an issue viewing jobs. It seems to work fine when I just view jobs and click the link. But it doesn't work (and gives me an error page, saying I can't view it and must log in) when I search - get results - and click on a link. Any help?

65 weeks ago from Brazen Community Feedback

Jerry McKennan: You can first try to delete Temporary Internet Files and Cookies. From time to time, one of the two can have a corrupt file preventing you from ...MoreYou can first try to delete Temporary Internet Files and Cookies. From time to time, one of the two can have a corrupt file preventing you from viewing certain pages. If this is the case then deleting them would be a quick and easy fix.
65 weeks ago
Richard Dedor: @Jerry - I actually had to uninstall FF for a different reason and also delete all internet files and cookies and the problem still persists.

I ...More
@Jerry - I actually had to uninstall FF for a different reason and also delete all internet files and cookies and the problem still persists.

I CAN view jobs if I don't search for them and just click the title. The problem arises when I SEARCH for a job, then click on it. I get this message: Access Denied

Oops! You do not have access to this page.

Please contact an administrator for support (info@brazencareerist.com).
**And the title bar of FF says, "Login to Brazen Careerist"

This really makes no sense. Help anyone?

63 weeks ago
 
Carlee Mallard My company just updated its social media policy. What's interesting is that the Communications office has asked all employees to remove the company name from our LinkedIn "professional headline" (although we're allowed to continue to list the company in our work history) in order to "avoid the appearance that an employee is an authorized [company] spokesperson and to avoid the association of personal opinions" with the company. Are there any other companies out there taking this route?

65 weeks ago from Company Culture, Web 2.0, Human Resources, PR & New Media and Social Media3 more

Jake Lunemann: I came in 2nd place in a major job search for a college partially because I wanted to get the athletic department to have a presence on Facebook. ...MoreI came in 2nd place in a major job search for a college partially because I wanted to get the athletic department to have a presence on Facebook. I was shot down on this idea because they were afraid of what it would bring. What they don't understand is that student-athletes still have a profile and could potentially say/do dumb things online. The college neglecting to put their own message out there really doesn't help this.
65 weeks ago
Richard Dedor: Jake,
That's funny to hear because a few years ago I knew a company that was the same way. "We can't be on Facebook ... We don't approve a ...More
Jake,
That's funny to hear because a few years ago I knew a company that was the same way. "We can't be on Facebook ... We don't approve a company page ... Don't use our logo, someone could steal it." So you know what we did? We did it anyway!

I still laugh at the "they might steal our logo" thought!

Oh - and without Facebook and Twitter, I would hardly follow my college's athletics, but it makes it easy for me to follow my alma mater! go Panthers! (UNI)

65 weeks ago
 
Jenn Pedde Welp. I pretty much got laid off today... have until the end of the year so plenty of time to prepare. Looking at this as a huge blessing in disguise because it's about that time in my career where I take my skills and grow. Looking for community management style jobs in NYC or Denver. Would entertain all though!

65 weeks ago from Career Rocketeer, Brazen Careerists on Twitter, Brazen Careerists in New York City and Community Managers2 more

Raquel Elle Bell: Good luck remember "It's sometimes the upsets in our life that set us up for something great" If we didn't have these fall on our ass moments we'd ...MoreGood luck remember "It's sometimes the upsets in our life that set us up for something great" If we didn't have these fall on our ass moments we'd probably never take the time to look up to see where we've been and realize there's so much more up there then what was at our perspective before the fall...
65 weeks ago
Melissa Breau: New position posted for NYC working for Mashable: MoreNew position posted for NYC working for Mashable: http://jobs.mashable.com/a/jbb/job-details/405020
65 weeks ago
 

65 weeks ago

 
Richard Dedor Good evening! I would love to connect with as many of you as possible. I will soon be a resident of New York City (by way of Kansas City and Iowa) this January and I want to have my feet moving when I arrive. I am currently in the sports non-profit field, but am open an interested in general marketing/pr, training & development, lgbt causes, event management, publishing and social media/community manager type positions. Any ideas or connections would be welcome! Plus YOU too! Thanks!!

65 weeks ago from Brazen Careerists in New York City

 
TOP IDEA: Jenn Pedde Hey #brazen fans! So I'm working on launching a new website called Eat Your Serial, that will feature up and coming writers mainly in the area of fiction. We're looking for writers and editors and are currently reviewing submissions. If you're interested in publishing a story and getting some free promotion, take a look at our pre-launch blog and send in some story ideas! http://eatyourserial.wordpress.com/2010/05/03/join-the-eat-your-serial-f... Would LOVE to have any Brazen writers!

92 weeks ago from Copywriters, Creative Writing, Creatively Inspired, Freelancing and Professional Writers and Editors3 more

Max Bottaro: sounds cool. what are you guys looking for? shorts or like a novel?
77 weeks ago
Sarah Peck: Jenn - I love your website idea! I'd definitely be interested in talking to you about either writing or editing. Check out my blog for writing ...MoreJenn - I love your website idea! I'd definitely be interested in talking to you about either writing or editing. Check out my blog for writing samples: www.waterfallingupwards.com -- I can also send you some other stuff if you're still looking for people.
73 weeks ago
 
Timothy Johnson III I'm currently searching for a marketing assistant or associate position in NJ/NY/PA. Would any of you happen to have any leads, suggestions, or people you know I should possibly connect with? Any input would be greatly appreciated!

100 weeks ago from Philadelphia Lovers, Brazen Careerists in New York City, JobSTART 101, Jersey Pride! and Generation Y Marketers3 more

Dominique Aubry: I have a recent college graduate , who has a degree in marketing, could be helpful. Is that what your looking for?
77 weeks ago
Mae Buzen: Would you consider work from anywhere freelancers?
76 weeks ago
 
TOP IDEA: Richard Dedor What Would She Do? Breaking It Down: How I Would Run My Company http://smallhandsbigideas.com/branding/running-a-company-as-a-millennial...

87 weeks ago

 
Ryan Paugh One of the things that I tell new people on Brazen Careerist is that asking good questions is the best way to become a Top Member. This is the same when you are looking for a job, too. BUT, asking good questions isn't always easy. So I'm going to ask the experts: What questions should young professionals ask their potential employers?

91 weeks ago from Ask A Coach, Human Resources and JobSTART 1011 more

Bradley Davidson: I agree with Ed. As an interviewer, I want to know how my investment in you (the interviewee) is going to pay off for me in my organization. So, ...MoreI agree with Ed. As an interviewer, I want to know how my investment in you (the interviewee) is going to pay off for me in my organization. So, the more you can ask about the organization, it's vision/goals/priorities/challenges, etc., the more you can position yourself in the interview to be "the answer" to the company's search!

Also, remember that you are interviewing the company. You want to be sure this is the right company for you. So, it's good to ask questions about the organization's values, priorities, culture, etc.

Good luck to all of you who are searching for jobs! Remember, keep a positive attitude!

Brad

88 weeks ago
Tony Deblauwe: Similar Ed - root cause and strategy-talk is best. Shows you are engaged and a problem solver.
86 weeks ago
 
TOP IDEA: Richard Dedor Be a Linchpin! Live your Life. Notes from the #godinlive event. http://www.brazencareerist.com/2010/04/30/seth-godin-webinar

92 weeks ago

 
Ashley Nicole Campbell Hey everyone! Just wanted to let you all know that I'm now freelancing as a social media consultant and copywriter! I'm also job hunting in KC so if anybody knows of a marketing, social media, copywriting, or communications position, I would really appreciate if you could send it my way! Thanks!

94 weeks ago from Kansas City

Richard Dedor: Congrats Ashley! Let me know if I can help in anyway. :-)
94 weeks ago
 
Richard Dedor I'm working on relocating to New York City - - the Big Apple! Right now I'm trying to connect with people in the non-profit, political, training/development, lgbt, and communications fields. If you're open to talk (and you're in the city) or know someone I should connect with, I'd appreciate your help!

96 weeks ago from Association Professionals

 
Giovanni Taylor-Peace I recently found a website called BookSneeze that provides free books to bloggers in exchange for a review (can be positive or negative) on their blog as well as the usual sites (i.e. Amazon, B&N, etc.) I think I can incorporate it into my blog but the question is will these reviews distract from my other blog content or even diminish it? Curious to see if other folks have heard of this program or have signed up already.

101 weeks ago from Blogging Ideas

Richard Dedor: I have been a member of BookSneeze for awhile - but I've only reviewed two books. For me, my blog is about personal development and growth, so I ...MoreI have been a member of BookSneeze for awhile - but I've only reviewed two books. For me, my blog is about personal development and growth, so I pick books that will fit into that genre.
101 weeks ago
Jeannie Chan: thanks! I've signed up. We'll see what happens!
100 weeks ago
Interests
sports, politics, lgbt issues, dreaming, art, love and life
Goals
  1. Run a marathon
  2. Attend Wimbledon
  3. Work for myself full-time
  4. Love every day
Specialties
speaking, planning, writing, blogging, project management

Groups (14)

images.jpeg
IM.jpg
Book Shelf.jpg
u30pro.jpg
2958354143_cca23f0591.jpg

Fans (22)

petercarsonross
JR Moreau
Melissa
Hasibul Hasan
Eric Leebow
Ryan Paugh
Jocelyn Hallman
Paul Sevcik
Tracy Brisson

Following (31)

Don
Ashley Nicole Campbell
Brett Kunsch
Paul Sevcik
Devin Chasanoff
Mae Buzen
Ty Unglebower
Melissa Breau
Eric Leebow
Laura O'Bar