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Sydney Owen
Settling. And a Letter. Kinda. - http://www.brazencareerist/2010/02/25/settling-and-a-letter-kinda
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I've heard this conversation piece trailing around for some time now, on the Times and other blogs... But I think you nailed it when you said, ...MoreI've heard this conversation piece trailing around for some time now, on the Times and other blogs... But I think you nailed it when you said, what we want, at any given time, is not the same as what we'll want in 3, 5, or 10 years from now. And so I don't think that our notion of settling is static either; it will change as the things we want inevitably change. I guess the Atlantic article doesn't totally surprise me, because people have been settling, still settle, and will settle for years to come when it comes to the partners they choose to marry. I don't think there's anything wrong with that, if your desire for marriage, companionship, traditional family models outweighs your desire for the other stuff. If, at a certain point in your life, these things become more important, you just might find yourself "settling" or "compromising" or maybe we can just call it "choosing"!
But thanks for introducing me to the beautiful poem!
117 weeks ago
But thanks for introducing me to the beautiful poem!
117 weeks ago
Sophia A.:
Three things:
1. Thank you for writing this blog post...I have heard of that woman before and what her book is about and I was like "huh?!!" - ...MoreThree things:
1. Thank you for writing this blog post...I have heard of that woman before and what her book is about and I was like "huh?!!" - she is ridiculously confusing in her rambling and I think that she should do a better job of being clear of what she is advising those of us under the age of 30. As you said, our 'definition' of settling is constantly changing as we evolve, grow and learn about ourselves. What worked for 5 yr old me in making me really like a boy is quite different than what works for 24 yr old me, lol. I think that she is playing the victim and it is bothersome that she is gaining so much attention for not knowing herself well and blaming her current situation (that she COMPLETELY put herself in as to why she is single)...she is confused and I wish she would just be clear about that.
2. This poem is absolutely BEAUTIFUL. Thank you for sharing...I think I am going to blog about it myself, lol...and I think it completely captures how our generation (at least what I have seen thus far) views life. All I want, and so many of my friends are the same, all I want is to live life to its fullest...to live with no regrets. Or at least if I have a regret, learn from it, grow and make my next batch of choices closer to what's in my soul. All we want is to be recognized as fully human and to recognize another in that same light...be it painful, beautiful, scary or exciting.
3. This blog post, amongst other ones I have read thus far...make me very happy to be a part of Brazen Careerist and to recognize that there are lots of other people out there with similar thoughts to my own...indicating that we are not alone or even on our own in this vast world called the 'real world'. Thanks and keep on writing! :-)
116 weeks ago
1. Thank you for writing this blog post...I have heard of that woman before and what her book is about and I was like "huh?!!" - ...MoreThree things:
1. Thank you for writing this blog post...I have heard of that woman before and what her book is about and I was like "huh?!!" - she is ridiculously confusing in her rambling and I think that she should do a better job of being clear of what she is advising those of us under the age of 30. As you said, our 'definition' of settling is constantly changing as we evolve, grow and learn about ourselves. What worked for 5 yr old me in making me really like a boy is quite different than what works for 24 yr old me, lol. I think that she is playing the victim and it is bothersome that she is gaining so much attention for not knowing herself well and blaming her current situation (that she COMPLETELY put herself in as to why she is single)...she is confused and I wish she would just be clear about that.
2. This poem is absolutely BEAUTIFUL. Thank you for sharing...I think I am going to blog about it myself, lol...and I think it completely captures how our generation (at least what I have seen thus far) views life. All I want, and so many of my friends are the same, all I want is to live life to its fullest...to live with no regrets. Or at least if I have a regret, learn from it, grow and make my next batch of choices closer to what's in my soul. All we want is to be recognized as fully human and to recognize another in that same light...be it painful, beautiful, scary or exciting.
3. This blog post, amongst other ones I have read thus far...make me very happy to be a part of Brazen Careerist and to recognize that there are lots of other people out there with similar thoughts to my own...indicating that we are not alone or even on our own in this vast world called the 'real world'. Thanks and keep on writing! :-)
116 weeks ago
TOP IDEA:
Sophia A.
Do you.
Sounds simple, right? "Do you" -- that simple, short phrase indicates to me that I need to be myself completely and wholly and proceed with the actions that resonate with me, in a complete and whole way. And it is hard to do, at first, because we have to clear space to literally HEAR our own selves. But once you start listening to YOU, not being you...not "doing you" is sooo difficult.
So why not do you? No one else is like you. So might as well just be you. Exciting, right? ;-)
Sophia A.
I believe that marketing, in less than 5 years, will be community management. And I want to be a part of this evolution -- pushing companies to be more human. I believe it is the only way and digital media is the current space through which we can do this. My idea and what I am about - all of us, companies/individuals/etc. to be more human and more authentic. Let's build a community!
http://passionisyourcareer.wordpress.com/2010/03/07/community-is-importa...
TOP IDEA:
Sophia A.
I believe that marketing, in less than 5 years, will be community management. And I want to be a part of this evolution -- pushing companies to be more human. I believe it is the only way and digital media is the current space through which we can do this. My idea and what I am about - all of us, companies/individuals/etc. to be more human and more authentic. Let's build a community!
http://passionisyourcareer.wordpress.com/2010/03/07/community-is-importa...
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Ellen Nordahl
The concept of success isn't entirely as "black and white" as we'd like to believe. Often times, when we re-think the way we look at our achievements, we can find success in the grey areas. Success in the In-Betweens: Growing at 12,840 feet http://bit.ly/cDkp2k
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Sophia A.
Hahaha! Sooooo glad I can update from #brazencareerist to all of my other platforms...syncing makes my life so much easier :-)
Donna Fenn
Hello everyone! Our group is growing nicely, but we've only heard from a fraction of you. If you haven't already, could I twist your arm to take minute to introduce yourself and tell us a little bit about what you'd like to get out of this group? Thanks!
121 weeks ago from Upstarts!
Brian Jensen:
Hey everyone! My name's Brian, I recently quite my job in wine sales to write a business plan for a very unique cafe concept that focuses on ...MoreHey everyone! My name's Brian, I recently quite my job in wine sales to write a business plan for a very unique cafe concept that focuses on freelancers in Southern California. While I sometimes miss the comfort of my old pay check, I'm truly learning something new every day that I would probably never know had I not taken this risk. Next task: finding investors...Ed, let's talk!
117 weeks ago
117 weeks ago
Delta Waters:
hey! Delta here...I have been wanting to be a "solopreneur" since I sold pretty rocks to my friends in 5th grade. I am going live with my ...Morehey! Delta here...I have been wanting to be a "solopreneur" since I sold pretty rocks to my friends in 5th grade. I am going live with my (very-simple-yes-I-did-it-myself) website on 1 March to write resumes for grads and those with gaps in their work history. All my other biz ideas have stalled and so I am wanting to hear how 'yall move forward successfully in the business side of things. Since I have a "micro business" I wear many hats. As the Talking Heads sang, "How do I work this?" Thanks for all that you guys do. We rock!
117 weeks ago
117 weeks ago
Sophia A.
Hi everyone!
I am currently looking to transition from an email marketing role (more direct digital marketing) into a role that focuses on digital brand marketing and strategy. If anyone has any information on any positions (pt/full/volunteer) where I can grow my experience in this space, it would be most appreciated. Thanks!
Zohaib R
I am doing this and I think I am ready: I am quitting my job (it's a great position and pays very well but everyday in the morning, I have to force myself not to call in sick). I am about to give it all up to work on my venture. So far it has been a great experience, from incorporation to hiring developers, but having no steady income scares me. Any body else went through this experience and like to share their perspective :)
Zohaib R:
Transition is hard especially when you are moving to a different city as well. I plan on working part-time... but currently trying to work my ...MoreTransition is hard especially when you are moving to a different city as well. I plan on working part-time... but currently trying to work my tails off at my current job so that when I leave, they beg me to stay and I can eventually work part time remotely. Let's see how my plans work out. Good luck with your ventures as well. :)
122 weeks ago
122 weeks ago
Patricia Stewart:
Thank you for your posts. Zohaib you are headed in the right direction with following your dream and starting your own venture. Stop making ...MoreThank you for your posts. Zohaib you are headed in the right direction with following your dream and starting your own venture. Stop making someone else rich and put the ball in your court. You should read the Magic of Thinking Big and How I Raised Myself from Failure to Success. Both great reads. I hated my job to and decided to start my own network marketing business and did alot of research. Their are alot of 95% thinkers out their that will try and tell you to work for someone else, but us 5% are rare and you need to keep going after your dream.
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