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Ryan Easttum What say we all collaborate and come up with an image for this group? Maybe it's time to ditch the Brazen generic image?

137 weeks ago from Problem Solving

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Thao Le: I agree! We need our own identity not Facebook's! At least change the color scheme?!
122 weeks ago

Diana Luepke: Is this group essentially dead? I just joined Brazen Careerist and I want to reply to things, but they're like a year old! I want to say, yes, ...MoreIs this group essentially dead? I just joined Brazen Careerist and I want to reply to things, but they're like a year old! I want to say, yes, wicked problems - I tweeted my fondness for this sort of thing a while back - http://bit.ly/c2aFiK And I want to say, yes let's collaborate and come up with an image for the group - maybe this is a chance for me to use my newly developing design skills. But I'm wondering if anyone is really out there? I know problem solving is hard, but don't give up!
91 weeks ago

Bryon Ownby Hi all, curious to know if anyone has gone through (or has known someone to go through) Georgia State Univ specialized Master of Science program (emphasis in organizational change). It's been a tough decision, but I feel the next step in my career to be school instead of another job. I'm looking for Master programs in the learning and development field that will aid me to teach/facilitate organizational change and leadership development in the business world (domestic and international).

106 weeks ago from Atlanta Professionals, Career Changers, Education Conversations, Graduate Students and u30pro 3 more

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Ryan Easttum: hmm, you may be interested in the fields of creativity, problem solving, and change leadership. I believe E. Paul Torrance taught at Georgia ...Morehmm, you may be interested in the fields of creativity, problem solving, and change leadership. I believe E. Paul Torrance taught at Georgia State, one of my professors (from the above studies in Buffalo) learned under Torrance and is a leader in the TIM model and educational reform. Anyhow, I digress, check out: http://www.buffalostate.edu/creativity/
This is where I earned my Master's and they train you in facilitation, as you describe... There's plenty of similar programs and trainings, feel free to ask...
103 weeks ago

Bryon Ownby: Thanks for the insight @Ryan. I took some time off and have almost decided to go the route of educational psychology. However, you do have my ...MoreThanks for the insight @Ryan. I took some time off and have almost decided to go the route of educational psychology. However, you do have my interest in a possible graduate certification program from Buffalo State (since I do have a creative nature to say the least).
102 weeks ago

Jamie Nacht Farrell One of my fav. TED videos: You can just click "play" - Do Schools kill Creativity? http://bizrelationships.wordpress.com/2010/04/09/why-do-schools-and-corp...

106 weeks ago from Education Conversations

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JenG: Thanks for the pointer, Jamie. Terrific read!
103 weeks ago

Jamie Nacht Farrell: @Jen - I read your blog all the time ( ; I need to learn how to stop the 'stream of conciousness' writing and write like you; to the point, not ...More@Jen - I read your blog all the time ( ; I need to learn how to stop the 'stream of conciousness' writing and write like you; to the point, not off on 300 tangents. new goal for me.
103 weeks ago

Barbara Bowen Hi Ryan, Many have influenced my approach over the years, but yes, Robert Fritz is definitely one.

142 weeks ago from Ask A Coach

Ryan Easttum: Who are your other influences? I've used Fritz's model with org's for visionizing & goal planning, but had to tweak it for best results.
142 weeks ago

Ryan Easttum Advice: GF is going to a networking social/light eats&drinks. Right after work(5pm), a senator is speaking, healthcare field, what to wear?

142 weeks ago from Dress Code Personal Style

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Leigh K.: i think she could do dark jeans, as long as they're a nicer trouser cut. bright shirt with a solid cardi or vice versa, classic jewelry.
142 weeks ago

Ryan Easttum: Hey thanks guys. She's pleased w/the advice & if she's happy & smiling, then I am too.
142 weeks ago

Stephen Evermore When circumstances allow, I introduce discussion mapping into business meetings. I'd be interested in discussing wicked problems.

142 weeks ago from Problem Solving

Ryan Easttum: Is that a take on Mind Mapping? Do you do it individually, small groups, large groups? I'd love to hear more about it.
142 weeks ago

Caitlin Fitzsimmons How do you tune out distractions (eg. internet)? I find I can't be creative when I'm multitasking. I have to focus deeply on what I'm doing.

142 weeks ago from Creatively Inspired

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Vanessa Alvarado: I can't be creative UNLESS I'm multitasking. I'm more PRODUCTIVE when I focus. When I absolutely can't focus, I listening to music helps.
142 weeks ago

MaSha: Music. Turn it on. No internet. Focus. And get to work!
142 weeks ago

Barbara Bowen I advise clients to clarify tension between desired goals and present conditions based in reality. Combine passion and *sensible risk.

142 weeks ago from Ask A Coach

Ryan Easttum: Barbara, are you referring to Robert Fritz and the Fritz Model?
142 weeks ago

Ryan Easttum I did PR for a tiny theatre w/a tiny budget. My best success were activities that shocked people's realities. What's hot in the field now?

142 weeks ago from Arts Marketing

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Ryan Easttum: I did mostly low-tech activities. I got great results, but would've loved using social media & media in general. Anything new/hot there?
142 weeks ago

Ty Unglebower: What sort of low tech marketing activities did you engage in for the tiny theatre? And were you successful?
133 weeks ago

Ryan Easttum Everytime I establish myself and reputation, I end up relocating. How do I utilize old contacts, while integrating into a brand new city?

143 weeks ago from Career Rocketeer

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Karta Khalsa: Have you tried using LinkedIn? It is more professionally oriented than facebook and myspace
139 weeks ago

Jessica Bahr: I agree with @Karta, LinkedIn is a great utility, far far far more professional then Facebook.
134 weeks ago

Ryan Easttum New to PDX via Buffalo - any insider tips or things I wouldn't know about (outside the obvious), but should??

143 weeks ago from PDX Brazen Careerists

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Donovan Chandler: Portland Monthly also provides easy lists of things to see or do. Here's their website: MorePortland Monthly also provides easy lists of things to see or do. Here's their website: www.portlandmonthlymag.com
135 weeks ago

Renai Fox: Food carts are your friend!
135 weeks ago

Ryan Easttum Ideas y'all: I'm all about biz casual, my GF is old school and says do it to the nines. I'd rather wear a great shirt, no tie. Any thoughts?

143 weeks ago from Dress Code Personal Style

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Leigh K.: i think you can definitely do no tie as long as your shirt fits you well (not too baggy or tight) and has some color to it.
143 weeks ago

Ryan Easttum: thanks for the advice. I love sharp shirt, no tie. Vanessa: the concept of dresscode differing by region is something I haven't thought of.
143 weeks ago

Ryan Easttum I'd love to hear your experience in problem solving & ideation- have my masters in creativity & problem solving, & I'm researching ideation

143 weeks ago from Problem Solving

Randy Zeitman: "have my masters in creativity & problem solving" Where? I didn't know there was such a degree. Can you list some of the textbooks?
143 weeks ago

Ryan Easttum: Buffalo State College - the International Center for Studies in Creativity. Check out Alex Osborn, Sid Parnes, JP Guilford, Theresa Amabile
143 weeks ago

Vanessa Alvarado I'm filled with hundreds of creative ideas, but I don't have enough time to make it all a reality. I'm working hard at it. (I miss sleep.)

143 weeks ago from Creatively Inspired

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Vanessa Alvarado: Thanks for the suggestions, I'll check out the book. My challenge is shifting from SEO and web content during the day to making art @ night.
142 weeks ago

MaSha: i think those who do make it a reality--are the ones who succeed
142 weeks ago

Who ever saw the curious case of Benjamin Button?

143 weeks ago from Movie Critics

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Josh Thomas: I wanted to like it, but didn't seem like he really did much of anything. I'm an old man. Now I'm a less old man on a boat. Now I'm a baby.
143 weeks ago

Ryan Easttum: Was not a fan. Sure it's sappy, but it's a Forest Gump rip-off. I dunno, not worth the 3 hrs tho. Plus the whole age diff. got mildly creepy
143 weeks ago

Interests

Creativity, Education, News, Philosophy, Learning, Reading, Writing, Exploring, Innovation, Food, Sports, - and in so much more detail than lists can provide

Goals

Introduce Creativity to Public Schools
Make a Change, Light a Fire
Help people discover their passions

Favorite Quote

“Knowing others is intelligence; knowing yourself is true wisdom. Mastering others is strength; mastering yourself is true power. If you realize that you have enough, you are truly rich.” - Lao Tzu

Specialties

Creativity, Problem Solving, Innovation, Leadership, Public Relations, Promotions, Marketing, Communications, Desktop Publishing and Design