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Sara Gallagher
At 26 years old, I owe close to $40,000 in student loans. But I still sock away 9% of my after-tax income into a Roth 401k. Here’s why. http://nblo.gs/sq0Om
Brett Kunsch
What book has most influenced your behavior in 2011?
24 weeks ago from Book Shelf, Personal Development, Professional Development and Work/Life Blur2 more
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Michel A. Legault:
Team of Rivals, The Political Genius of Abraham Lincoln by Doris Kearns Goodwin. A great book on Team Building, believe it or not.
22 weeks ago
22 weeks ago
Keith Marshak:
The Zombie Survival Guide by American author Max Brooks. Are you prepared for the coming zombiepocylapse?
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22 weeks ago
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Sara Gallagher
Low Self-Esteem Is Good for the Bottom Line (And Other Lessons From Dilbert) http://ow.ly/81uy9
Sara Gallagher
5 Gen Y Tools Even Boomers can appreciate http://gearsandshifts.com/2011/12/5-gen-y-tools-even-boomers-can-appreci...
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Sara Gallagher
Stop Paying Employees By the Hour http://gearsandshifts.com/2011/12/stop-paying-your-employees-by-the-hour/
24 weeks ago from Brazen Bloggers and Entrepreneurs
Sara Gallagher
How Not to Sound Dumb While Trying to Sound Smart http://j.mp/tUZWJQ
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Sara Gallagher
Where is the job market headed? "Five Hot Jobs That Don't Exist Yet" http://gearsandshifts.com/2011/11/five-hot-jobs-that-dont-exist-yet/
28 weeks ago from Career Changers, Career Rocketeer and GenYJourney: Tips, Insights, Experiences For Young Professionals1 more
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Sara Gallagher
"How to Make the Most of a Terrible First Job" http://gearsandshifts.com/2011/11/career-hack-3-how-to-make-the-most-of-...
Sara Gallagher
"I predict that secrets will die a slow and painful death in the workplace–and social media will be the assassin. Picture a world where your work is organized not on a computer desktop, but a social one. Your individual and department goals are searchable by any coworker. Phone conversations are recorded and posted as status updates. Employees earn social badges for sharing data and posting ideas..."http://gearsandshifts.com/2011/11/the-future-of-secrets/
Sara Gallagher
She pulled her looks together at the last minute and became the first project runway contestant to lose her money while shopping for fabric. Michael Kors admitted that her competitor's final collection was substantially stronger. So how did Anya score the $100,000 win? And what can she teach us about workplace competition? http://gearsandshifts.com/2011/10/what-project-runway-winner-anya-ayoung...
29 weeks ago
Sara Gallagher
She pulled her looks together at the last minute and became the first project runway contestant to lose her money while shopping for fabric. Michael Kors admitted that her competitor's final collection was substantially stronger. So how did Anya score the $100,000 winner and what can she teach us about workplace competition? http://gearsandshifts.com/2011/10/what-project-runway-winner-anya-ayoung...
29 weeks ago from Personal Branding, Career Rocketeer, Job Resources and Career Coaching and Management Consulting2 more
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Sara Gallagher
No one gets paid what they think they're worth. That's because most of us buy into the theory that salary should be a direct reflection of education, # of years spent at an organization, and job performance. But now, a new and largely unacknowledged economic reality drives payroll. These are the new "rules of the raise." http://gearsandshifts.com/2011/10/five-people-who-will-get-a-bigger-rais...
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Sara Gallagher
An MBA gives graduates three powerful tools: knowledge, connections, and a degree. Knowledge is where employers could see a real ROI from an MBA graduate, but with some professors lamenting that "conventional MBA programs train the wrong people in the wrong ways with the wrong consequences," one might conclude that there are better ways to get the skills you need. The DIY MBA is my self-imposed experiment to see if there's a better way. http://gearsandshifts.com/2011/10/the-do-it-yourself-mba/
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Sara Gallagher
It's true that high performers are incredibly productive and efficient, which is why most of us believe that high achievers are ninjas when it comes to checking things off their to-do list. But after years of observing super-performers in their natural habitat (call it a weird hobby), I'd be willing to bet that they approach their to-do lists with far less sanctity than we suppose. http://gearsandshifts.com/2011/10/youre-not-overwhelmed-youre-employed/
Sara Gallagher
I just videotaped my first speech in a Toastmasters meeting. It's a seven minute talk about the (new) rules of the raise. Enjoy! http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=QMxzAC2Edpw&feature=share
Sara Gallagher
What do you think about CEOs and other high-level managers keeping a company-related blog? Great idea to engage with customers, or too much potential for error?
79 weeks ago from Personal Branding, Gen-Y Professional Bloggers, Brazen Bloggers and Entrepreneurs2 more
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I think this is a great way to personify a brand or company, especially if it's a large corporation. Though, I think it'd be smart to run the ...MoreI think this is a great way to personify a brand or company, especially if it's a large corporation. Though, I think it'd be smart to run the blog by the PR team to make sure messaging is stil intact. Any other thoughts?
78 weeks ago
78 weeks ago
Marc Shiman:
It depends on the industry - in my case its walking through a minefield. I am in consulting, and unless I write that all is strawberries and ...MoreIt depends on the industry - in my case its walking through a minefield. I am in consulting, and unless I write that all is strawberries and cream, I run the risk of catastrophe. My resulting blog has little to do with the professional work I do - unless it is "inspired" by something that happens on the job.
72 weeks ago
72 weeks ago
Sara Gallagher
The topic of leadership has always been popular among business writers and thinkers, but I'm wondering if the "leader" and "follower" labels are becoming increasingly inappropriate in a workplace driven by collaboration, creativity, innovation, and team orientation. What new labels do you think will define Gen Y as they mature into positions of senior management?
78 weeks ago from GenYJourney: Tips, Insights, Experiences For Young Professionals and Inspiring Leadership
Marc Sokol:
Some years back Robert Greanleaf coined the term "Servant Leadership" and a book by the same name. Leading and following dissolve when you ...MoreSome years back Robert Greanleaf coined the term "Servant Leadership" and a book by the same name. Leading and following dissolve when you pursuing a powerful vision. At the same time, organizing work around projects, teams and delegation of tasks often requires leaders and followers with respect to the higher objectives that bring them together.
For me, it's less about the language and more about how we engage with each other and some broader purpose.
67 weeks ago
For me, it's less about the language and more about how we engage with each other and some broader purpose.
67 weeks ago
Aaron Evans:
I like it Marc.. keeping the thread alive! My experience shows you are absolutley right in regards with leaders and followers "dissolving".
Often ...MoreI like it Marc.. keeping the thread alive! My experience shows you are absolutley right in regards with leaders and followers "dissolving".
Often times, what separates leaders from the all the rest, is the vision. Coaches, teachers, and parents are all leaders in some respect, but the ones that have an idea, or a vision that no others can see, that is the true leader. Getting the followers on board is also very important; I think that is when we see the blurr effect between the two groups.
All the best,
Aaron
67 weeks ago
Often ...MoreI like it Marc.. keeping the thread alive! My experience shows you are absolutley right in regards with leaders and followers "dissolving".
Often times, what separates leaders from the all the rest, is the vision. Coaches, teachers, and parents are all leaders in some respect, but the ones that have an idea, or a vision that no others can see, that is the true leader. Getting the followers on board is also very important; I think that is when we see the blurr effect between the two groups.
All the best,
Aaron
67 weeks ago
Jamie Nacht Farrell
People always talk about "being a loyal employee". BS - no such thing. People are loyal to themselves, most are just too unaware to realize it. Who are you loyal to? AND, if you are "loyal to yourself, how do you define what being loyal to yourself means? I'm loyal to myself; which means I am loyal to my belief system. To keep my impulsions in line, I have to list those beliefs and run every person/opportunity by them. How do you maintain loyalty to yourself? http://bit.ly/8YBjfE
79 weeks ago from Young Professional Women (YPW), Ask Penelope Trunk!, Entrepreneurs, Creating a Life You Love and Consultants R US3 more
Ryan Healy, Rebecca Thorman, Shaina Sorrell and Robin Mills and 1 others recommended this
JRandom42:
There hasn't been loyal employees since the days of "Neutron" Jack Welch, "Chainsaw" Al Dunlap, and "Flameout"Carly Fiorina. It's been about 2 ...MoreThere hasn't been loyal employees since the days of "Neutron" Jack Welch, "Chainsaw" Al Dunlap, and "Flameout"Carly Fiorina. It's been about 2 generations since their heyday, and the idea of "loyal to the company" employees is a foreign concept these days.
47 weeks ago
47 weeks ago
Edward Antrobus:
When it comes to loyalty, I admit, I tend to be like a scorned lover. When it's good, it's very good. Once I'm scorned, well, I won't say bad ...MoreWhen it comes to loyalty, I admit, I tend to be like a scorned lover. When it's good, it's very good. Once I'm scorned, well, I won't say bad things in an interview, but I won't say good things anywhere else. There have only been two cases where I left an employer on bad terms, but both times, I went from recommending the company to everyone to telling everyone to avoid them.
47 weeks ago
47 weeks ago
Sara Gallagher
8 “Boomsday” Predictions - http://www.brazencareerist/2010/05/03/8-boomsday-predictions
Miri McDonald:
I love this! Sara, your predictions are so insightful. I am a Gen Xer and enjoy learning about the differences between generations and how they ...MoreI love this! Sara, your predictions are so insightful. I am a Gen Xer and enjoy learning about the differences between generations and how they work, what motivates them, and how things will change.
101 weeks ago
101 weeks ago
Sara Gallagher:
Thank you Miri! That was one of the first posts I ever wrote on my blog, and I'm glad that so many other people are interested in this topic as ...MoreThank you Miri! That was one of the first posts I ever wrote on my blog, and I'm glad that so many other people are interested in this topic as well. I think Ryan Paugh has also written some neat stuff on this subject.
101 weeks ago
101 weeks ago
Jamie Nacht Farrell
I'm consulting for a company right now that "says" they're a start up because it's a 2.5 year old business with large investors and not profitable. I've only interacted with this team three times in person, and probably 10 over the phone. They're not "start up" executives. Have you been able to distinguish between "start up" executives and corporate executives? I think I have. Interested to hear your take on what went down today and any advice on how to handle: http://bit.ly/908G86
101 weeks ago from Entrepreneurs, Consultants R US, Upstarts! and Shotgun Startups2 more
Sara Gallagher:
@David, absolutely, I was not talking about you personally, merely lamenting the true fact that clients see other mediums of soliciting feedback ...More@David, absolutely, I was not talking about you personally, merely lamenting the true fact that clients see other mediums of soliciting feedback and suggestions (blogs, online networks, etc) as a show of weakness or incompetency, as you pointed out.
101 weeks ago
101 weeks ago
Jamie Nacht Farrell:
@Sara - I changed the paragraph and made it 'general' as you suggested. Thank you all for your comments and keep me "in line".
@David - I look ...More@Sara - I changed the paragraph and made it 'general' as you suggested. Thank you all for your comments and keep me "in line".
@David - I look forward to speaking with you. My email is: Jnachtfarrell@gmail.com if we can schedule a time.
101 weeks ago
@David - I look ...More@Sara - I changed the paragraph and made it 'general' as you suggested. Thank you all for your comments and keep me "in line".
@David - I look forward to speaking with you. My email is: Jnachtfarrell@gmail.com if we can schedule a time.
101 weeks ago
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Jamie Nacht Farrell
I strongly believe it is clear that what society is missing are STRONG MENTORS in the more experienced generation; as well as companies not realizing how important mentorship is and making it a priority. What are your thoughts here? I contend that using mentoring programs will bridge our generation gaps. What do you think? Interesting convo already going on in blog; would love for the BC folks to jump in - http://bit.ly/cJEeU9
102 weeks ago from GenYJourney: Tips, Insights, Experiences For Young Professionals, I am Gen Y, Consultants R US and Entrepreneurs2 more
Mae Buzen, Karolyn Chowning, Chris Paugh and Jason H. Parker and 1 others recommended this
William Bryan:
Mentoring and coaching are vital keys to success. For my professional business fraternity I am mentoring 3 individuals. We call this having a big ...MoreMentoring and coaching are vital keys to success. For my professional business fraternity I am mentoring 3 individuals. We call this having a big little relationship. I am the big and they are the littles. I have seen growth in myself and them. Plus I have a mentor and just coming to him with questions has helped me out soooo much. Asking about my future and how to weigh decisions.
96 weeks ago
96 weeks ago
Jerry Clifford, Word Guru:
Mentors 4 Writers, emotional triggers for impact:
From Jane Friedman (MoreMentors 4 Writers, emotional triggers for impact:
From Jane Friedman (http://janefriedman.com/) on David Corbett, speaker:
...find mentors in other writers… If a work spoke to you in a personal way… (study the emotional triggers) Figure it out… Every miserable thing that happens...is great… write about it...enriches your material. 9/10 of courage is persistence… Don't be afraid of mistakes (in life and in writing)… certain themes that affect you deeply…Write about that...It's important. Full text on my blog site: http://wp.me/pXvyI-2g
96 weeks ago
From Jane Friedman (MoreMentors 4 Writers, emotional triggers for impact:
From Jane Friedman (http://janefriedman.com/) on David Corbett, speaker:
...find mentors in other writers… If a work spoke to you in a personal way… (study the emotional triggers) Figure it out… Every miserable thing that happens...is great… write about it...enriches your material. 9/10 of courage is persistence… Don't be afraid of mistakes (in life and in writing)… certain themes that affect you deeply…Write about that...It's important. Full text on my blog site: http://wp.me/pXvyI-2g
96 weeks ago
Sara Gallagher
It's so funny that this group was created--I just wrote a blog post about my own struggles with perfectionism (a particular form of it called HMHP). http://gearsandshifts.com/2011/sara-hmhp
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Robin Mills:
I felt like that when I took the Myers Briggs test and found that I was an ENTJ. Yeah....I'm one of THEM. :)
71 weeks ago
71 weeks ago
Sara Gallagher
joined the group Perfectionist Rehab
72 weeks ago
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