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David Spinks
THIS WEEK'S TOPIC:
The Ultimate Showdown: Grad School vs Professional Experience.
Please bring your minds, but leave any weapons or blunt objects at home.
106 weeks ago from u30pro
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If you are looking to succeed via the traditional route in your career then grad school is a must. Many Director level and higher positions ...MoreIf you are looking to succeed via the traditional route in your career then grad school is a must. Many Director level and higher positions require a gradate degree to even be considered. Furthermore, Grad school gives people who aren't social butterflies a means to make great connections with other professionals.
On the other hand, with Web 2.0 becoming the standard instead of the "new thing", it is certainly possible to forge your own career path and forgo the grad degree.
106 weeks ago
On the other hand, with Web 2.0 becoming the standard instead of the "new thing", it is certainly possible to forge your own career path and forgo the grad degree.
106 weeks ago
Jeannie Chan:
Actually, Seth just repeated a fairly commonly held POV. It's generally agreed that unless you go to a top school (some defines that as top 4, ...MoreActually, Seth just repeated a fairly commonly held POV. It's generally agreed that unless you go to a top school (some defines that as top 4, some top 5, some top 10, some top 30. I don't think anyone defines it outside top 30), it's a waste of money. Waste of money in term not only tuition, but also opportunity cost in term of lost income. But, if you get financial assistance, that also helps the equation. (Some field requires an MBA to advance...)
106 weeks ago
106 weeks ago
Gen Y-ify Your Company: Management - http://www.brazencareerist/2010/02/18/gen-y-ify-your-company-management
Shane Mac:
It is the concept of management. People controlling other people and not striving to work together and learn from each other.
102 weeks ago
102 weeks ago
Shane Mac
RT @PaughGinney: Want to watch the #Brazen webcast w/ @Ramit? Bam --> http://bit.ly/9oM8Cr
74 weeks ago from
Shane Mac
New Blog Post: "Keep Searching for Jobs Like Everyone Else..." http://bit.ly/bgEM89 #brazen
79 weeks ago from
David Spinks
For lack of motivation and time, my blog has really taken a back seat over the past few months. It's been the biggest slump I've had since starting.
Having you guys ever faced a slump like this one? How did you get past it?
Pete Collins:
I've only been doing my current blog for about three months (last one died a death after about 8 weeks) and a while ago I committed to posting ...MoreI've only been doing my current blog for about three months (last one died a death after about 8 weeks) and a while ago I committed to posting Mon-Wed-Fri. When I have the time and inspiration I write posts in advance and schedule them for later, this helps smooth out the little peaks and troughs of inspiration and motivation. I also ALWAYS try and write something - anything - to make a deadline. If I post something awful (a) at least I've posted something and (b) I'm motivated to raise the levele of my writing.
If it's more of an existential blog crisis - is the reason you started the blog still relevant to you? Perhaps you don't need what you were getting out of it any more. Time to rethink the reasons you blogged, and what are good reasons now?
81 weeks ago
If it's more of an existential blog crisis - is the reason you started the blog still relevant to you? Perhaps you don't need what you were getting out of it any more. Time to rethink the reasons you blogged, and what are good reasons now?
81 weeks ago
Jessica Malnik
I'm looking to start including some video posts in my blog. Has anyone seen any great video blog posts around the Web recently?
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Rebecca Thorman:
Jessica, I wrote a tutorial on video blogging if it's helpful -- MoreJessica, I wrote a tutorial on video blogging if it's helpful -- http://modite.com/blog/2009/05/06/how-to-start-a-video-blog-%e2%80%93-th... - in the post, I include a list of great video bloggers (including Jun). Let us know when you post your first video blog!!
88 weeks ago
88 weeks ago
Shane Mac:
Hey Jessica... Shane here from the asksummit and I would love to chat sometime about what are thinking to start recording for your blog... Shoot ...MoreHey Jessica... Shane here from the asksummit and I would love to chat sometime about what are thinking to start recording for your blog... Shoot me an email at shane@shanemac.me if you want to chat more and I can hear what you are thinking.
Thanks,
Shane Mac
88 weeks ago
Thanks,
Shane Mac
88 weeks ago
Cameron Plommer
Hey guys. I want to develop my web development skill more. As in know how hosting works, CSS, HTML, other coding languages, and the ins and outs of Wordpress. Whats a good place to start? What are some resources you recommend (online, blogs, books). I know that best way is to just start experimenting, but I need some sort of structure. My skills are at the very basic level. Thanks
Cameron Plommer:
Yeah I know about them. I'll explore a bit more. Just wanted to get a feel for what's out there.
100 weeks ago
100 weeks ago
Joe Kowalsky:
This might help. MoreThis might help. http://lifehacker.com/5401954/programmer-101-teach-yourself-how-to-code
100 weeks ago
100 weeks ago
Scott Hale
Our topic for this week has been set! We'll be talking about "Staying Motivated and Avoiding Burn Out" (2/25).
102 weeks ago from u30pro
Ryan Healy, Ryan Paugh, Emily Jasper, David Spinks, Shane Mac and Zack Zaban and 3 others recommended this
Trish Skram:
WOW! GREAT TOPIC. I'll be tuning in for sure. What time? It's 7 pm, right?
102 weeks ago
102 weeks ago
Scott Hale:
Hey Trish, the chat is at 8pm EST. So, if you're like me and hanging out in the Midwest, it's at 7 :)
102 weeks ago
102 weeks ago
Shane Mac
Alright, here is my observation from this group... (I love helping people with this stuff and ripping resume's apart). Almost all of you are asking before you are giving. You know how to get ideas for your resume? Download all of the other ones people have posted and then see how they are doing it. Provide feedback on theirs and then ask them what they could do for yours. This will give you more ideas, save time, show respect, and help you build better relationships with everyone in this group..
Jeannie Chan:
haha! that's the thing about Social Media. Some give. Some take. The best do both.
102 weeks ago
102 weeks ago
Neeraj Bhushan
I need feedbacks on my blog http://neerajbhushan.com/ Please feel free to give your opinion to improve the overall outlook. I am so excited and passionate about wordpress.
paulmacp:
You need to engage the person browsing your site within 30 seconds. There is no call to action, why am I visiting your site? If don't know why I ...MoreYou need to engage the person browsing your site within 30 seconds. There is no call to action, why am I visiting your site? If don't know why I am there, one click and I am gone
You are guaranteeing with the noise/sound on our site that no one will go there twice if they are accessing the website from work or mother around her kids.
104 weeks ago
You are guaranteeing with the noise/sound on our site that no one will go there twice if they are accessing the website from work or mother around her kids.
104 weeks ago
Neeraj Bhushan:
That's the beauty of this forum. Some beautiful (and handsome) people commented on the question I asked about my blog MoreThat's the beauty of this forum. Some beautiful (and handsome) people commented on the question I asked about my blog http://neerajbhushan.com/ I sincerely feel all the replies were honest, very honest. Accordingly, I've modified the music part. And I've learnt from you all - particularly Shane Mac, James DeRosia, Renee King, Felicia S. & Paul. Thank you so much.
104 weeks ago
104 weeks ago
Catalina Hidalgo
Missed your talk on Twitter's life-saving capabilites but still interested because I'm still not sold on Twitter as something I could make use of... yet? So can you do a 140 character elevator pitch? Or maybe blog about it?
Penelope Trunk:
Hey, Catalina. I am posting about how twitter can save your life -- Wed morning. Thank you for the kick in the pants to write the post :) -- ...MoreHey, Catalina. I am posting about how twitter can save your life -- Wed morning. Thank you for the kick in the pants to write the post :) -- Penelope
104 weeks ago
104 weeks ago
Ryan DeSort
So, I'm currently on the hunt for a job and am in the process of a whole new resume makeover. How long should an "objective" typically be? Also, I took on many positions in my fraternity & university while at school, I currently have them each individually listed.. Should I keep it that way, condense it to just a general "XYZ Fraternity", or what do you think is best?
Karl Sakas:
Excellent job featuring and quantifying your accomplishments!
You should probably reorganize the resume so that your college leadership ...MoreExcellent job featuring and quantifying your accomplishments!
You should probably reorganize the resume so that your college leadership experience appears in an umbrella "Work and Leadership Experience" category. Otherwise, 'Field Marketing Agent' is lonely as the only item under "Experience."
There are all sorts of opinions about handling or ignoring resume gaps... but a hiring manager is going to wonder what you've been doing since graduating in December 2008. How might you explain that?
105 weeks ago
You should probably reorganize the resume so that your college leadership ...MoreExcellent job featuring and quantifying your accomplishments!
You should probably reorganize the resume so that your college leadership experience appears in an umbrella "Work and Leadership Experience" category. Otherwise, 'Field Marketing Agent' is lonely as the only item under "Experience."
There are all sorts of opinions about handling or ignoring resume gaps... but a hiring manager is going to wonder what you've been doing since graduating in December 2008. How might you explain that?
105 weeks ago
Brianne E. Villano:
Ryan - the gap in time is the first thing I noticed. Did you take any continuing ed courses? Volunteer anywhere? Do contract work? Any of that ...MoreRyan - the gap in time is the first thing I noticed. Did you take any continuing ed courses? Volunteer anywhere? Do contract work? Any of that would be helpful in filling in time gaps.
Agree with Karl on grouping your actual experience together to make the resume appear less scattered and sparse.
Also if you want to make your resume seem more relevant to today instead of focusing on the past, you might want to think about listing Work and Leadership first and education second. Just a thought!
104 weeks ago
Agree with Karl on grouping your actual experience together to make the resume appear less scattered and sparse.
Also if you want to make your resume seem more relevant to today instead of focusing on the past, you might want to think about listing Work and Leadership first and education second. Just a thought!
104 weeks ago
Stanley Lee
I have hit a wall recently in terms of blog topics since my rant about networking dinner events. Where do you typically look for topics to blog about?
Stanley Lee:
Didn't anticipate more replies after my thank-you note. But I did inherently follow the suggestions before reading them and found a pair of new ...MoreDidn't anticipate more replies after my thank-you note. But I did inherently follow the suggestions before reading them and found a pair of new topics that I would like to personally talk about for the next 2 or 3 blog entries.
104 weeks ago
104 weeks ago
Jessica Schanberg:
Why not write about what is on your mind? An issue that either is troubling you or making you happy? Delve a little deeper and get personal about ...MoreWhy not write about what is on your mind? An issue that either is troubling you or making you happy? Delve a little deeper and get personal about it. How, where, when and why? That's how I approach it. Hope that helps...
104 weeks ago
104 weeks ago
Katelyn Osborne
Does anyone have any examples of great cover letters they would feel comfortable sharing? Or tips/rules you use when writing your cover letter? I am stumped and could use some inspiration... Thanks!
Katelyn Osborne:
Thanks for all the responses.
@Shane - that's an awesome discussion going on! Thanks for sending that.
I may take you up on the offer to ...MoreThanks for all the responses.
@Shane - that's an awesome discussion going on! Thanks for sending that.
I may take you up on the offer to review my cover letter. My goal is to get a new draft completed tonight.
105 weeks ago
@Shane - that's an awesome discussion going on! Thanks for sending that.
I may take you up on the offer to ...MoreThanks for all the responses.
@Shane - that's an awesome discussion going on! Thanks for sending that.
I may take you up on the offer to review my cover letter. My goal is to get a new draft completed tonight.
105 weeks ago
Rebecca Thorman:
Hey Katelyn, I can send you my old cover letters if you want - just shoot me an email - MoreHey Katelyn, I can send you my old cover letters if you want - just shoot me an email - moditeinfo@gmail.com. I've gotten every job I've ever applied for :) Happy to review as well.
105 weeks ago
105 weeks ago
Elisabeth Ericson
Anyone care to take a look? I've done nothing about the formatting, so please comment on content only. (And forgive the many short-term jobs; I'm a college student...)
http://tinyurl.com/eericson
I keep thinking there is too much on it, but I don't know what to edit down (I already cut extracurriculars to a minimum).
Ryan Paugh:
What kind of distribution did your writing contributions see? That might be worth quantifying. If it's small scale, maybe focus on the amount of ...MoreWhat kind of distribution did your writing contributions see? That might be worth quantifying. If it's small scale, maybe focus on the amount of writing contributions you've made during your work stay.
I think that you should check out the Nonprofiteers network and see if anybody there knows of any internship positions at their nonprofits
http://www.brazencareerist.com/network/nonprofiteers
I hope that helps!
105 weeks ago
I think that you should check out the Nonprofiteers network and see if anybody there knows of any internship positions at their nonprofits
http://www.brazencareerist.com/network/nonprofiteers
I hope that helps!
105 weeks ago
Shane Mac:
Hey Elisabeth,
I would love to talk with ya about the content and maybe spark some ideas and really think about the message with you. As for as ...MoreHey Elisabeth,
I would love to talk with ya about the content and maybe spark some ideas and really think about the message with you. As for as formatting, I hate wasting time on that and I actually wrote a blog post about Job Spice and how it can save a ton of time focusing on the content... Just thought it might help so here ya go -> http://www.thesquab.com/2009/11/job-spice-simple-yet-powerful-resume/
105 weeks ago
I would love to talk with ya about the content and maybe spark some ideas and really think about the message with you. As for as ...MoreHey Elisabeth,
I would love to talk with ya about the content and maybe spark some ideas and really think about the message with you. As for as formatting, I hate wasting time on that and I actually wrote a blog post about Job Spice and how it can save a ton of time focusing on the content... Just thought it might help so here ya go -> http://www.thesquab.com/2009/11/job-spice-simple-yet-powerful-resume/
105 weeks ago
Cameron Plommer
I know its scary to switch your free wordpress blog to self-hosted. If you want help let's chat.
Shane Mac:
Erick,
I would argue that Wordpress Plugins are the sole most important feature and reason why you NEED a self hosted blog. They are powerful, ...MoreErick,
I would argue that Wordpress Plugins are the sole most important feature and reason why you NEED a self hosted blog. They are powerful, super powerful.
104 weeks ago
I would argue that Wordpress Plugins are the sole most important feature and reason why you NEED a self hosted blog. They are powerful, ...MoreErick,
I would argue that Wordpress Plugins are the sole most important feature and reason why you NEED a self hosted blog. They are powerful, super powerful.
104 weeks ago
Erick Hitter:
Shane, I agree completely that plugins are one of the core advantages to WordPress. That being said, many people aren't interested in the mundane ...MoreShane, I agree completely that plugins are one of the core advantages to WordPress. That being said, many people aren't interested in the mundane and often-daunting tasks associated with maintaining a self-hosted WordPress installation. For those individuals, the free WordPress.com solution or a service such as Page.ly are better options. The latter does let users install plugins and themes, providing a greater degree of flexibility and customization.
104 weeks ago
104 weeks ago
Regina Twine
Here's try #2 http://tinyurl.com/yd7rhkc I also finished my cover letter and I need help with it also. http://tinyurl.com/yh2tovp
Regina Twine:
that email didn't work so I sent it to you @brazencareerist I figured it was all going to the same place. Thanks
106 weeks ago
106 weeks ago
Shane Mac:
Watching your responses Penelope made me appreciate you even more. Regina, I love this stuff as well and I like to really ask questions and nail ...MoreWatching your responses Penelope made me appreciate you even more. Regina, I love this stuff as well and I like to really ask questions and nail down your message. Your resume better make me think, Damn, you are good. Reach out to me as well if you want and we can skype. thesquab@gmail.com.
105 weeks ago
105 weeks ago
Adam Raviart
Hello, Everyone! I think the idea of this group is wonderful! I'm an active job seeker & I could honestly use some advice from creative & intelligent individuals like this group offers. I truly appreciate any advice or criticism that will make my resume better. I hope this link works. http://www.brazencareerist.com/sites/default/files/Adam_Raviart_Resume.pdf
In addition to my resume & profile here at Brazen, I also have profiles on several other social media sites. Thank You for your feedback!
Ryan Paugh:
I just took a quick glance and I noticed a lot of opportunities to make yourself look better on paper. For instance, as a Call Coordinator you can ...MoreI just took a quick glance and I noticed a lot of opportunities to make yourself look better on paper. For instance, as a Call Coordinator you can say that you managed incoming communications to a ## person sales team. Little things like that can go a long way.
106 weeks ago
106 weeks ago
Shane Mac:
Listen to Ryan for sure. As much as job titles are BS, what you say you are the day you walk in the door makes a huge difference in how fast you ...MoreListen to Ryan for sure. As much as job titles are BS, what you say you are the day you walk in the door makes a huge difference in how fast you find new paths... If you have a lemonade stand on the corner, you are the 'founder.' :). Funny but true. Don't underestimate what you did at your job no matter what it was called.
105 weeks ago
105 weeks ago
Shane Mac
Who wants a self hosted Wordpress Blog? I am going to pick one person who responds to this post and do a live webinar on how to set it up from start to finish... Any takers?
Cameron Plommer
Who benefits from a blog more: the blogger or the blog reader?
Blake Carson Poston:
I can say that one of the blogs I host serves to benefit myself more than anything else. I use it as a way to vent, share thoughts and emotions- ...MoreI can say that one of the blogs I host serves to benefit myself more than anything else. I use it as a way to vent, share thoughts and emotions- and just speak to whoever wants to listen- even if it's just me. My other blog was designed to provide information on my career subject- nonprofit management. With that blog I hope that the public will benefit from what ever tips or information I have to share. So, to answer your amazing question with a subpar response, I guess it depends!
106 weeks ago
106 weeks ago
Brian Heys:
Under certain circumstances, I think it's the blogger who benefits the most, and that's definitely the case in the early stages of a blog when ...MoreUnder certain circumstances, I think it's the blogger who benefits the most, and that's definitely the case in the early stages of a blog when there aren't many readers.
For me, my blog is cathartic. I write it to stop myself feeling bad. I don't yet understand why I feel bad if I don't write, but I do know I feel great when I've put out a post, so I'll keep doing it.
106 weeks ago
For me, my blog is cathartic. I write it to stop myself feeling bad. I don't yet understand why I feel bad if I don't write, but I do know I feel great when I've put out a post, so I'll keep doing it.
106 weeks ago
Shane Mac
Hey Seattle... 1st, I launched my career site this week and would love people in the area to check it out. I will be doing podcast's with Seattle CEO's and HR pros in the coming weeks. Founder of Gist on Thursday. http://www.thesquab.com, 2nd.. I would love to see any of you at a music show of mine on Jan 30th @ McGilvra's in Madison Park. more info here http://www.mac-live.com Look forward to connecting with you. If anyone is looking for jobs, we are hiring http://www.cobalt.com/careers
Shane Mac
Hey everyone! I just launched my career site http://www.thesquab.com. I believe in helping people build better careers and this is done through asking questions. Would love for you to reach out to me and check out the site to connect! Look forward to talking with all of you...
-Shane Mac @shanemacsays
109 weeks ago from Ask A Coach
Tony Deblauwe:
Hi Shane. I like it. Drop me a note - I'd be happy to speak more with you about it.
109 weeks ago
109 weeks ago
Cameron Plommer
Anyone have some advice for a soon-to-be graduate in Economics/Environmental Studies moving back to Seattle from Bellingham?
Michelle Wroble:
I don't have any ideas for you, but I'm wondering if you have some ideas for me. I'm moving to Bellingham in May with my M.S. in chemistry and I ...MoreI don't have any ideas for you, but I'm wondering if you have some ideas for me. I'm moving to Bellingham in May with my M.S. in chemistry and I already have a B.S. in biology. I'm looking to change from the chemistry field into biology. Any ideas about where to get started in Bellingham? I look forward to your reply! Thank you for your time.
103 weeks ago
103 weeks ago
Lindsey Marshall
Seattle is such a beautiful city! Just moved here from Chicago a few weeks ago.
Jake DeVries:
I'm over in Poulsbo. It's pretty over here and technically only 15 miles from downtown but it takes almost an hour and a half with the ferries!
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