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TOP IDEA:
Samantha Karol
As I've been searching for a full-time job, I've really missed writing. I'm thinking about starting to do some freelance work, but I don't know where to start. Any tips/advice would be greatly appreciated!
Leslie Juvin Acker:
Go back to all the people you've worked for and ask they if they need help with something. That has always worked for me. I've managed to get nice ...MoreGo back to all the people you've worked for and ask they if they need help with something. That has always worked for me. I've managed to get nice contracts that way. It shows future employers that you're loyal even if you're not a full time employee. :) Good luck!
68 weeks ago
68 weeks ago
Steph Auteri:
I agree with Leslie's advice. Also: What type of writing are you interested in doing? I've been freelance writing for over a decade now -- both ...MoreI agree with Leslie's advice. Also: What type of writing are you interested in doing? I've been freelance writing for over a decade now -- both full-time or on top of other full-time jobs -- and I'd love to share some tips.
68 weeks ago
68 weeks ago
Samantha Karol
[NEW Post] Job Search Lessons Part 2: http://ow.ly/2rQHS #Brazen
77 weeks ago from
Samantha Karol
[New Post!] Job Search Lessons Part 1: http://ow.ly/2fc9F #brazen
81 weeks ago from
Meghan Skiff
I'm in PHX on business and was attending a happy with local YPs and was fortunate to meet these Gen Y rock stars walking from coast to coast to support the Gail's Angels Foundation. They are blogging (http://coasttocoastforacure.com/) and I thought that you folks would be interested in following their journey. So why are they doing it? They feel that in the past they weren't always appreciative for their good health and life and wanted to help those who aren't as lucky. Check them out!
85 weeks ago from The Appreciation Revolution, Gen-Y Professional Bloggers, Travel for Business, GenYJourney: Tips, Insights, Experiences For Young Professionals and Untemplater3 more
Sabera (Kapasi) Photographer
Today, I am grateful http://bit.ly/cuURmr
What are you grateful for today?
Bridget Meade:
My mentors who allow me to ride on their coat-tails, jump off, and then jump back on.
86 weeks ago
86 weeks ago
Rebecca Thorman
Where do you draw the line w/ sharing what's going on in your personal life with people at work? Like, do you tell your boss you're going to be an hour late each day because you go to the gym every morning? How about you'll be late every Tuesday because you're seeing a therapist? What if a family member is sick? Or how about if your partner is getting an award? When personal struggles and triumphs necessitate that you shift work around, how do you communicate?
89 weeks ago from Work/Life Blur, Inspiring Leadership, Future Leaders and GenYJourney: Tips, Insights, Experiences For Young Professionals2 more
Lindsey Donner:
I agree with Kelly: it's such a fine line, and largely determined by your personality AND the personality of the manager/colleague in question. I ...MoreI agree with Kelly: it's such a fine line, and largely determined by your personality AND the personality of the manager/colleague in question. I think, however, that there is always a line - i.e., it's always possible to overstep that boundary. It's difficult to find the balance, but if your boss or colleagues begin to make assumptions about your productivity based on facts you've revealed about your personal life, then you've gone over it!
89 weeks ago
89 weeks ago
Tony Deblauwe:
It depends on your environment. Like Kenji said, some cultures have norms around this as do certain teams. If you are uncomfortable but don't want ...MoreIt depends on your environment. Like Kenji said, some cultures have norms around this as do certain teams. If you are uncomfortable but don't want to be excluded, you can focus on light things that don't pry too deep but also show you are participating in the norm.
86 weeks ago
86 weeks ago
Samantha Karol
How are you going to show your appreciation for your mom this Mother's Day?
Paula Duarte:
A hand-made bouquet of "flowers" (cut-outs of her grand-daughters' hands on pipe cleaners) and a picnic.
91 weeks ago
91 weeks ago
writeforhr:
Can u Please Digg and Comment on "Thoughts on an HRevolution" MoreCan u Please Digg and Comment on "Thoughts on an HRevolution" http://digg.com/d31QcTR
Thank you.
91 weeks ago
Thank you.
91 weeks ago
Samantha Karol
Count your blessings today. You probably have more than you think.
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Meghan Skiff:
I always think of the fact that most of the world is living on less than $1/day. No matter what is going on in my life, I'm still REALLY lucky. :)
92 weeks ago
92 weeks ago
Samantha Karol
Sometimes, when you have a lot going on, it's easy to get anxious and worried. I read a great book by Dale Carnegie about how to confront worry, and minimize its presence in your life. Last week, I wrote a post with tips from the book, combined with my own experience and insight (http://ow.ly/1F9cz). I would love to hear how other people manage their worries too!
92 weeks ago from Productivity & Time-Management and Work/Life Blur
Ty Unglebower:
The plain truth is that I don't always actually manage them. They do sometimes get ahead of me. But I get back into neutral soon enough.
I don't ...MoreThe plain truth is that I don't always actually manage them. They do sometimes get ahead of me. But I get back into neutral soon enough.
I don't have a specific plan, now that I think of it. I find that doing whatever I can to clear my mind of whatever is giving me anxiety helps. But it only goes so far.
So sometimes when I know there is something massive that must be taken care of, I just acknowledge it. I try to get to a place where I can say, "This is a huge pain in the ass, but that's all it is. It's bigger than me and can't bo solved quickly, so I won't try, but I will move at a snail's pace towards solving it and eventually something will change.
92 weeks ago
I don't ...MoreThe plain truth is that I don't always actually manage them. They do sometimes get ahead of me. But I get back into neutral soon enough.
I don't have a specific plan, now that I think of it. I find that doing whatever I can to clear my mind of whatever is giving me anxiety helps. But it only goes so far.
So sometimes when I know there is something massive that must be taken care of, I just acknowledge it. I try to get to a place where I can say, "This is a huge pain in the ass, but that's all it is. It's bigger than me and can't bo solved quickly, so I won't try, but I will move at a snail's pace towards solving it and eventually something will change.
92 weeks ago
Ryan Paugh:
My best approach for combating anxiety in my life has been to make time for things that make me feel relaxed and happy. Yoga is my new ...MoreMy best approach for combating anxiety in my life has been to make time for things that make me feel relaxed and happy. Yoga is my new anti-anxiety activity, but also something as simple as taking a walk outside during lunch can help make the second half of your workday less stressful than the first.
92 weeks ago
92 weeks ago
TOP IDEA:
Samantha Karol
In my opinion, it's the things that make us different from one another that keep life interesting. Take them as opportunities to learn!
Samantha Karol
What is one thing you're grateful for today?
Pat Adkins:
Opportunity to expand social networking fans. I find I learn something from each new contact!
93 weeks ago
93 weeks ago
Samantha Karol
Did you know the Appreciation Revolution series is back on my blog? That's right, Part 2 kicked off last week with two great posts! Be sure to check it out and share your perspective! http://www.lifeschocolates.com/appreciation-revolution/
Samantha Karol
Hey everyone! Fellow Brazen Careerist Emily Jasper is coming to NYC in a couple of weeks. She and I have organized a tweetup for Saturday 4/17. Hope you can make it! More info here: http://twtvite.com/4reja4
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Melissa Breau:
I'll let you know - I'd love to try and make it but I don't know yet if I'll be in town that weekend.
96 weeks ago
96 weeks ago
Samantha Karol
The Appreciation Revolution now has a Facebook fan page! http://www.facebook.com/pages/The-Appreciation-Revolution/110630892299676
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TOP IDEA:
Samantha Karol
No matter how busy you are, make time for the people who matter. Even a few minutes can make a big difference in the long run of life.
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TOP IDEA:
Samantha Karol
In both your personal and professional lives, one of the most important things you can do is be yourself. Don't embellish, or make yourself into what you think "they" want you to be. Be the best you can be while still staying true to who you are inside.
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Samantha Karol:
I agree, and I've seen too many people lose track of who they are because they're so concerned with fitting the mold. Each of us is unique, and we ...MoreI agree, and I've seen too many people lose track of who they are because they're so concerned with fitting the mold. Each of us is unique, and we all have something to offer. We shouldn't let anyone tell us differently.
93 weeks ago
93 weeks ago
Jennifer Koren:
So true. So many times I times I think its important to get everyone's opinion on things that I want to do..before I do them. I had to recently ...MoreSo true. So many times I times I think its important to get everyone's opinion on things that I want to do..before I do them. I had to recently tell myself...'just do it..because it's what I want to do'...and don't worry about if everyone thinks its a good idea before I do it.
90 weeks ago
90 weeks ago
Samantha Karol
Do you comment on posts you like or RT to give props to the writer?
TOP IDEA:
Beth Oppenheim-Chan
One of the best thing's I've been able to participate in since joining Brazen has been writing and hosting guest posts. They allow me to get in touch with different audiences, as well as sharing great writers with my own. Check out my guest post here: http://smallhandsbigideas.com/generation-y/guest-post-innovation-giving-...
Ryan Healy, Beth Oppenheim-Chan, Andrew Shell, Photis Patriotis, Mehnaz Thawer, Ed Barrientos, Samantha Karol and SocialPsi Tina and 5 others recommended this
Beth Oppenheim-Chan:
I totally agree with you, Emily. It definitely changes the way we collaborate - and ultimately, the way we think about complicated issues that we w
100 weeks ago
100 weeks ago
Wilson Usman:
Great! Great! Great! This is the way I want people to see things I am glad to be able to communicate with people like you.
100 weeks ago
100 weeks ago
Lindsey Donner
Any advice on tweeting for business? Is it necessary to have 2 Twitter accounts? I have one that's personal + business (as 90% of my waking hours are devoted to matters that affect me as an entrepreneur) and one that's for the team to use strictly as a biz tool, but I have doubts about having both. What are your thoughts?
I'm on Twitter @lindsey_donner and my company also just set up a Twitter @wvc_
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Lindsey Donner:
Thanks for the information, everyone. Love Brazen Careerist when I need advice! Are there services any of you would recommend other than Tweetdeck ...MoreThanks for the information, everyone. Love Brazen Careerist when I need advice! Are there services any of you would recommend other than Tweetdeck to manage multiple Twitter accounts? I have used several but haven't flat-out "loved" any and thought I'd ask the experts here!
101 weeks ago
101 weeks ago
Samantha Karol:
Hi Lindsey! I manage two Twitter accounts for my company, plus one work/personal, and one personal. I use HootSuite and it keeps me sane by ...MoreHi Lindsey! I manage two Twitter accounts for my company, plus one work/personal, and one personal. I use HootSuite and it keeps me sane by keeping the accounts in separate tabs, but still together in one window. An added bonus: statistics. I've used others, but haven't liked them as much.
101 weeks ago
101 weeks ago
Samantha Karol
What are you grateful for today? Stop by Life's Chocolates and share! http://ow.ly/18FX0
Samantha Karol
Do you send real thank you notes, e-mail thank you notes, or neither? And why?
Sabera (Kapasi) Photographer:
I always send hand-written thankyou notes. Shows how genuine the emotion is. And I've noticed it sticks better with people.
99 weeks ago
99 weeks ago
Todd Nilson:
At the very least send an email thank you note. As a rule of thumb, I try to send an email thanks for people I've networked with, gotten advice ...MoreAt the very least send an email thank you note. As a rule of thumb, I try to send an email thanks for people I've networked with, gotten advice from, met for coffee, etc. For employment, it's a nice touch and shows you went to some trouble to send a hand written note. Analog notes just show a more personal touch!
99 weeks ago
99 weeks ago
Meghan Skiff
Hi everyone, thought you would enjoy this good samaritan story...the good samaritan being the son of a woman that I work with at Solutions 21. http://www.winnipegfreepress.com/breakingnews/Good-Samaritan-rescues-str...
Cheila Esquilin
Well, I am throwing a Christmas party for all my coworker. So much planning, time and dedication,since it's just me, but I totally have the Christmas spirit in me. NO Grinch will stop me!! BUAHAHA!!
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