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Sarah Peck
Another question for brazen friends: Sometimes, I feel like I'm the only one that's holding me back. I am the one who has unproductive habits, systems, and patterns. How do I refresh? How do I self-edit? What's the best way to achieve clarity, to look strategically at what's working and not working and set aside the bad habits? Aside from a new year's resolution, how can I clean my desk and get better at what I'm doing right?
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Brett Kunsch:
Love Godin! I'd agree with @Bob. I just touched on the subject yesterday: MoreLove Godin! I'd agree with @Bob. I just touched on the subject yesterday: http://bit.ly/ezWjiP
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60 weeks ago
Sam Rye:
I'd like to add one more Sarah - get away from it all.
I don't mean on holiday to the beach, but one way I've found (twice now) of getting some ...MoreI'd like to add one more Sarah - get away from it all.
I don't mean on holiday to the beach, but one way I've found (twice now) of getting some true perspective on life is getting back to absolute basics. I volunteered in Borneo for 7 months in '07, and found a whole new perspective on life, as well as equipping myself with some amazing skills, and reminding myself how flexible, adaptable, and capable I am (and we all are).
I think it takes at least 2 months to break out of pretending to be away from it all before you actually start changing, adapting, and seeing things clearly.
Couldn't recommend it more though..
59 weeks ago
I don't mean on holiday to the beach, but one way I've found (twice now) of getting some ...MoreI'd like to add one more Sarah - get away from it all.
I don't mean on holiday to the beach, but one way I've found (twice now) of getting some true perspective on life is getting back to absolute basics. I volunteered in Borneo for 7 months in '07, and found a whole new perspective on life, as well as equipping myself with some amazing skills, and reminding myself how flexible, adaptable, and capable I am (and we all are).
I think it takes at least 2 months to break out of pretending to be away from it all before you actually start changing, adapting, and seeing things clearly.
Couldn't recommend it more though..
59 weeks ago
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Angie Paxton
Here's a strange concept: As a relatively young, relatively bright person I have a plethora of opportunities before me. Yet, I've been almost paralized because I'm not sure which is the right one. I can't decide whether to go to grad school to follow my passions, try to get a better-paying job in my field so I can afford to travel again, or move out of state to shake things up. I believe there are many paths to be taken, all full of success and joy. But how do I choose?
Cheryl Roshak:
Angie, you are in an enviable situation blessed with many talents and options, yet you didn't mention what passions you wish to follow. Are they ...MoreAngie, you are in an enviable situation blessed with many talents and options, yet you didn't mention what passions you wish to follow. Are they on the same career path or are you thinking of new directions? Only you have the answer to your question within actually. What is calling to you at the moment? Forget practicalities, if money weren't an issue, just fantasize, what would your heart tell you to do? All your options sound good if there is a reason or purpose behind them. Why are you considering just these three and what will you gain from each of them if you were to choose each of them? Life is all about choices, always, and each choice takes you to a different crossroad where there will be other choices. Fear of making the wrong choice is what is holding you back. There are no wrong choices really, just different paths that will take you different places. So open yourself up to what you really want for yourself, it will come to you if you don't put limits or a time frame on this decision. Do some research and explorations. Best to you, trust in yourself.
51 weeks ago
51 weeks ago
Angie Paxton:
Many thanks to you all for the great advice and very telling questions. In thinking about the questions Cheryl asked, I pause to fantasize and ...MoreMany thanks to you all for the great advice and very telling questions. In thinking about the questions Cheryl asked, I pause to fantasize and remember saying out loud a few weeks ago, "If I could only get paid to observe people's behavior and analyze it..." Oh yeah, that's what researchers do! I'm so going to grad school. I've moved across the country (and even the world) before, and I've gotten different/better jobs before. I've never been to grad school!
51 weeks ago
51 weeks ago
GenerationXpert Suzanne Kart
New Blog Post - Why Xers will be in high demand: http://tinyurl.com/4bvx2lj
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53 weeks ago
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Bryon Ownby
This week, someone said the recession ended in 2009, but someone said unemployment rates in 27 states had increased again...numbers, can we even believe in the numbers any more? When you see stats like this, what are your first thoughts?
72 weeks ago from GenYChat, GenYJourney: Tips, Insights, Experiences For Young Professionals, Management Consulting and Entry-Level Young Professionals2 more
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David King:
I believe the recession did end by the definition of a recession which is back to back quarters with negative growth. Because of the increase to ...MoreI believe the recession did end by the definition of a recession which is back to back quarters with negative growth. Because of the increase to unemployment, it tells me that someone threw enough money at the problem to have one quarter of growth to "end the recession" and not actually fix the root cause of the recession, the lack of growth, or the rising unemployment.
Any time you get statistics showing you numbers saying one thing, there is always another statistician out there to show you numbers saying the exact opposite.
58 weeks ago
Any time you get statistics showing you numbers saying one thing, there is always another statistician out there to show you numbers saying the exact opposite.
58 weeks ago
Jonathan S. Ross:
The commonly reported U3 unemployment number is a polite fiction which provides a very inaccurate picture of the real job situation. The U6 number ...MoreThe commonly reported U3 unemployment number is a polite fiction which provides a very inaccurate picture of the real job situation. The U6 number (which has been around 18% for some time) is a more accurate assessment, as it also accounts for many who are deemed "underemployed" due to lack of hours, or in jobs that are not commensurate with skills, education and experience. While there are clearly some people with no interest in working yet expect their lives to be subsidized by others, if you look at the sheer number of people who are struggling to find sufficient work, you'll realize the real extent of where the economy is, and where it is heading. And if that isn't alarming, Google the recent Rutgers study entitled "The Shattered American Dream" and consider it a cautionary tale. If you have work (whether self-employed or a W-2 worker), be thankful and you better find a way to make yourself indispensable, because few people outside of unions or very uniquely skilled positions have "job security" and this will probably grow worse over time...
58 weeks ago
58 weeks ago
Cameron Plommer
I have a question for you guys related to a research project for my work.
Do you think Gen Y will make substantial positive social change or are they no different from other generations? If so, how and why?
60 weeks ago from Gen-Y Professional Bloggers, GenYJourney: Tips, Insights, Experiences For Young Professionals, Nonprofiteers, Non-Profit Management and Social Entrepreneurs3 more
Sam Rye:
Hey all, I wouldn't tar all GenY with the same brush. I think there's some truly inspirational people out there as per any Generation, it's just ...MoreHey all, I wouldn't tar all GenY with the same brush. I think there's some truly inspirational people out there as per any Generation, it's just that time hasn't passed enough yet to truly see their impact.
I guess you probably wouldn't have heard of Regeneration (http://www.regeneration.org.nz/) which is an NZ based program/network of young people who're on the ground training to, making, documenting, and sharing their positive change projects.
You might also be interested in inspiringstories.org.nz - this is a good friend's organisation with a big mission. They're awesome too.
It's out there, it's happening - perhaps we just need to know how to connect with it and teach people to share it with the world as effectively as Gillette can communicate the benefits of a 7 blade shaving system....
@Kristine, interesting area consumer research - I studied a lot of 'behavioural aspects of marketing' (the academic version basically) at Uni and was quite fascinated (and scared) by some of what I learnt. There's some interesting software out there for discovering social media trends as they're rising now too. I hope someone's researching the rise and rise of sustainable products & truly green companies.
59 weeks ago
I guess you probably wouldn't have heard of Regeneration (http://www.regeneration.org.nz/) which is an NZ based program/network of young people who're on the ground training to, making, documenting, and sharing their positive change projects.
You might also be interested in inspiringstories.org.nz - this is a good friend's organisation with a big mission. They're awesome too.
It's out there, it's happening - perhaps we just need to know how to connect with it and teach people to share it with the world as effectively as Gillette can communicate the benefits of a 7 blade shaving system....
@Kristine, interesting area consumer research - I studied a lot of 'behavioural aspects of marketing' (the academic version basically) at Uni and was quite fascinated (and scared) by some of what I learnt. There's some interesting software out there for discovering social media trends as they're rising now too. I hope someone's researching the rise and rise of sustainable products & truly green companies.
59 weeks ago
AC_Grindl:
What are the ten year olds doing? That is what the Generation Y is supposed to figure out and sell to them. That is something of a dramatic ...MoreWhat are the ten year olds doing? That is what the Generation Y is supposed to figure out and sell to them. That is something of a dramatic change in consumerism. How to make the exposed still identify with your product.
59 weeks ago
59 weeks ago
Ruth A. Harper
I just started my blog a few weeks ago and am working to drive traffic. I'd love any tips or ideas about how to do this. I share links on Twitter, Facebook, etc., and I also am trying to use keywords based on Google, but haven't gotten too much yet. Here's the link: http://www.justruthings.com
60 weeks ago from Blogging Ideas, Gen-Y Professional Bloggers, Wordpress Bloggers, Journalism and Journalists and Personal Branding3 more
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Bayu Amus:
Visit other blogs in your niche and get involved in the discussion; it's about building connection not just backlink :). Lots of quality content ...MoreVisit other blogs in your niche and get involved in the discussion; it's about building connection not just backlink :). Lots of quality content will also get you recognized faster.
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60 weeks ago
Deborah Sullivan:
❤ Build your network to serve you.
Google platform is user friendly
and will get you in with Google.
Right where you want to be!
~Much
love ...More❤ Build your network to serve you.
Google platform is user friendly
and will get you in with Google.
Right where you want to be!
~Much
love & light ~Debbie:)
http://www.google.com/profiles/montanadreamaker
60 weeks ago
Google platform is user friendly
and will get you in with Google.
Right where you want to be!
~Much
love ...More❤ Build your network to serve you.
Google platform is user friendly
and will get you in with Google.
Right where you want to be!
~Much
love & light ~Debbie:)
http://www.google.com/profiles/montanadreamaker
60 weeks ago
GenerationXpert Suzanne Kart
New Blog Post! What does networking mean to you? http://genxpert.blogspot.com/2010/12/what-does-successful-networking-loo...
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Cameron Plommer
Remember when you were in college and you wanted to "change the world?" I did, but soon realized that I can do very little with only 23 years of living.
It's a dangerous attitude to come out of college wanting to change the world. In college everything is simplified when you get out you then realize you don't know shit about how the world actually works. And that is the key to changing things: first you need to know how it works. Then you can work on solutions.
Thoughts? Am I wrong?
75 weeks ago from Brazen Undergrads, Entry-Level Young Professionals and Ask Penelope Trunk!1 more
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Aaron Evans:
Hi Cameron,
I know this is an overdue reply, but I know exactly what you are going through here. You nailed it with this post: the operative word ...MoreHi Cameron,
I know this is an overdue reply, but I know exactly what you are going through here. You nailed it with this post: the operative word is HOW? How am I going to do it? You are on the right track though; most get out of college and stop asking how to do things, how to change things, how to make things better, how to live better? That is the most important step!
Many people don't take that first step to recognize how things can be improved. Essentially, they give up. "This is the way it is.. nothing can be done about it."
When you ask "How?" though, you are taking that first step.. and it is amazing how just taking a step builds into more steps, and this momentum that begins to form, almost without effort, helps you and others around you accomplish amazing things!
Keep asking the question "How?", you will be much better for it!
All the best,
Aaron
63 weeks ago
I know this is an overdue reply, but I know exactly what you are going through here. You nailed it with this post: the operative word ...MoreHi Cameron,
I know this is an overdue reply, but I know exactly what you are going through here. You nailed it with this post: the operative word is HOW? How am I going to do it? You are on the right track though; most get out of college and stop asking how to do things, how to change things, how to make things better, how to live better? That is the most important step!
Many people don't take that first step to recognize how things can be improved. Essentially, they give up. "This is the way it is.. nothing can be done about it."
When you ask "How?" though, you are taking that first step.. and it is amazing how just taking a step builds into more steps, and this momentum that begins to form, almost without effort, helps you and others around you accomplish amazing things!
Keep asking the question "How?", you will be much better for it!
All the best,
Aaron
63 weeks ago
Patrick Pho
Gen-X uses social media more than Gen-Y? That's what this Citrix study says. Makes sense if you think Gen-X wants to stay hip with SocMed: http://bit.ly/awpUv2
66 weeks ago from I am Gen Y and Social Media Marketers
Tinker Barnett:
Thank you, Patrick, this is great information for Gen Y supporters! It makes me think that we need to read trend reports with care because all is ...MoreThank you, Patrick, this is great information for Gen Y supporters! It makes me think that we need to read trend reports with care because all is changing so fast. In another surprise report Nielson, the TV tracking company, found that teens have media habits that are more similar to the total population than not. They have not given up TV, newspapers, and older technology for the new. It introduced me to the term ephebiphobia, the irrational fear of youth; it's been around for a long time.Discomfort (fear) sometimes leads to finger-pointing.
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GenerationXpert Suzanne Kart:
I would say that Gen X is as tech saavy as Gen Y - no more, no less. Xers, however, are more likely to have lost touch with old friends and use ...MoreI would say that Gen X is as tech saavy as Gen Y - no more, no less. Xers, however, are more likely to have lost touch with old friends and use social media to reconnect. That's what's driving X use. Social media exploded while Ys were still in school - so they didn't lose touch with their friends.
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66 weeks ago
Meghan Skiff
Look what I found in the Sept. issue of Marie Claire, Real-life stay-at-home husbands http://bit.ly/btEsJs The article positions the stay-at-home husband as the "status symbol of the career woman." What do you think?
77 weeks ago from Young Professional Women (YPW) and Power Couples
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Hannah Kane:
I'm going to approach this from a gender-equality perspective. The current feminist thinking indicates that women have the right to choose whether ...MoreI'm going to approach this from a gender-equality perspective. The current feminist thinking indicates that women have the right to choose whether they want to pursue a career or stay at home, and that both options can be equally important. For some women, staying at home and dedicating herself to raising children is the most important work (albeit unpaid) that she can do. While second wave feminism derided women who made these choices, feminism currently embraces women who make this choice for themselves.
Why can't the same paradigm be applied to men? For stay at home dads, perhaps raising children is the most important work they feel that they can do. I definitely don't think that it's appropriate to say that they would be a status symbol-- but I don't think that a man in this situation would necessarily feel emasculated, because that's buying into the gender-traditional idea that men are the breadwinners.
We're moving into a more gender equal society, where traditional gender roles are flying more and more rapidly out the window. Stay at home dads are part of the process.
67 weeks ago
Why can't the same paradigm be applied to men? For stay at home dads, perhaps raising children is the most important work they feel that they can do. I definitely don't think that it's appropriate to say that they would be a status symbol-- but I don't think that a man in this situation would necessarily feel emasculated, because that's buying into the gender-traditional idea that men are the breadwinners.
We're moving into a more gender equal society, where traditional gender roles are flying more and more rapidly out the window. Stay at home dads are part of the process.
67 weeks ago
Meghan Skiff:
@Mehnaz @Hannah I couldn't agree more. Both men and women should have the right (and societal acceptance) to do what is best for their family. ...More@Mehnaz @Hannah I couldn't agree more. Both men and women should have the right (and societal acceptance) to do what is best for their family. However I do think that looking for a man to stay at home as a means to obtain status is appalling and disrespectful.
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67 weeks ago
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GenerationXpert Suzanne Kart
My top idea is ..... Check out my new blog post: http://genxpert.blogspot.com/2010/10/indy-entrepreneurial-spirit-glows-i...
GenerationXpert Suzanne Kart
New Blog Post! An Indy Entrepreneurial Spirit Glows in a Former Industry Town
http://genxpert.blogspot.com/2010/10/indy-entrepreneurial-spirit-glows-i...
Rebecca Thorman
Do you find it annoying that job posts don't ever reveal the salary? And related, what are your biggest annoyances or frustrations in the job search?
74 weeks ago from JobSTART 101, Salary - Negotiating & More, Career Changers, Human Resources and Ask Penelope Trunk!3 more
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Dr. Pepper:
I tend to not apply for any jobs that don't reveal a salary. "Salary commensurate with experience" means to me that they either don't know what ...MoreI tend to not apply for any jobs that don't reveal a salary. "Salary commensurate with experience" means to me that they either don't know what the heck they are doing (therefore they understand what the position/work should be) or they will never pay market value for the job. No sense in crafting a carefully crafted cover letter for the position if you think that they won't pay you as much as you (think that) are worth.
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71 weeks ago
GenerationXpert Suzanne Kart
Wanted to let you all know that Ryan Paugh is going to be one of the featured speakers at our annual conference in November in Chicago. We're totally excited to have him present! http://www.lern.org/conference/major_speakers.cfm
Lindsey Sparks
Have you ever started a new job and hated it? Despite doing a lot of research, asking a lot of questions during the interview process, & knowing my future boss & asking them a ton of questions, my new job is completely different from what I was told. I've addressed the issue several times with my manager & have offered solutions, but it seems to be falling on deaf ears. Have you guys ever experienced this? What did you do?
77 weeks ago from Career Rocketeer and We're Hiring
GenerationXpert Suzanne Kart:
I wouldn't be afraid to walk away. Too often we stick it out and it just ends up draining us.
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77 weeks ago
Elizabeth Raley:
You're doing the right thing by talking to your boss and offering solutions. Sometimes you just need to look at your options and make another ...MoreYou're doing the right thing by talking to your boss and offering solutions. Sometimes you just need to look at your options and make another decision, which may be to resign. At least you know you tried and you can walk away with that life experience.
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76 weeks ago
Andrew Heinzerling
HELP! I set a very high goal for my team, with the reward of each persong getting to throw a pie in my face. Well, they hit it, and I was then told that they would rather not, that it was not really a reward. This event would have brought most (if not all) of Senior Management, as well as many other teams to celebrate the win. We don't have the option to give them $ or time off for hitting goals, so I tried to come up with a fun event. Did I do something wrong? What are your thoughts?
77 weeks ago from Inspiring Leadership, Ask Penelope Trunk! and XY Cusp1 more
Elizabeth Marling:
It seems like your staff responded to the 'Betcha can't make THIS goal" taunting. Having the opportunity to really surprise and impress a boss is ...MoreIt seems like your staff responded to the 'Betcha can't make THIS goal" taunting. Having the opportunity to really surprise and impress a boss is a good reward. So the pie was a tricky detail--your idea was good. Sometimes it's good to shake things up by antagonizing the team a little. It's great to have a positive work environment, but a lot of places take it too far--only saying positive things and keeping quiet about any honest feedback. I don't think people perform any better in that environment than one with negative, tyrannical management (not implying you in either example, just a thought).
77 weeks ago
77 weeks ago
GenerationXpert Suzanne Kart:
I thought the same thing as Penelope. Why would a reward for your team have you as the center of attention. I'd give them a Friday afternoon off.
77 weeks ago
77 weeks ago
Rebecca Thorman
Just read an article about a woman who told a little white lie in salary negotiation. When she was offered a new job, she said she made $5,000 more at her old job than she actually did. The offered to match her salary, but she said, "I'd like to be making more," and so they came back and said they'd give her $5,000 more, so her new job is $10K more than her old one. $10K is an avg salary jump, but I love this tactic. Do you think it's okay though to say such a lie?
86 weeks ago from Salary - Negotiating & More, Human Resources, ERE on Brazen, I am Gen Y and Ask Penelope Trunk!3 more
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Joseph Tolentino:
I've just read this article: MoreI've just read this article: http://www.iwillteachyoutoberich.com/blog/reveal-salary-history-negotiat...
I guess there are varied opinions regarding this matter but in order not to get in trouble this article advised to simply say that you are not comfortable discussing your financial history. That is why you are "negotiating", you want what is financially sound to what you are taking in especially if it is something different from your current job.
85 weeks ago
I guess there are varied opinions regarding this matter but in order not to get in trouble this article advised to simply say that you are not comfortable discussing your financial history. That is why you are "negotiating", you want what is financially sound to what you are taking in especially if it is something different from your current job.
85 weeks ago
David Spinks
I think the biggest question this week might have to be: How drunk are you allowed to get at conferences? Thoughts?
105 weeks ago from u30pro
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At night -- or during the day? I think you can get drunk whenever you want and is appropriate. If I am going to be working with you and can't ...MoreAt night -- or during the day? I think you can get drunk whenever you want and is appropriate. If I am going to be working with you and can't get drunk with you, then where is the fun in that. Something to take the edge off. That being said, certainly there are times when you shouldn't do that ;)
105 weeks ago
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GenerationXpert Suzanne Kart
Do you get bored with this kind of post?
www.brazencareerist.com/2009/09/30/generation-ys-procacity-will-revoluti... ?
:
Agreed, Suzanne. It seems new when it's new to you (or them). But that doesn't make it new.
122 weeks ago
122 weeks ago
GenerationXpert Suzanne Kart
This question is for the members of this group - I'm curious what are your 9/11 memories - you must have been pretty young...
Eric Schittulli:
I had 19 and I'm french I was working at home with the TV on The first thought was it's a movie. It takes 5 min to realize that was the news
124 weeks ago
124 weeks ago
Anastassia
I'm 25 in and office environment of 40+. Everybody talks about family and kids. Can't seem to connect, what do i talk about?
Vanessa Alvarado:
I'm 22 in a similar situation. I talk about art, photography, ideas & projects. I don't really go out of my way to connect. Is it necessary?
126 weeks ago
126 weeks ago
GenerationXpert Suzanne Kart:
Ask follow up questions. Just don't respond with a comment about your childhood. Makes you relate to the kids, not the adults.
125 weeks ago
125 weeks ago
GenerationXpert Suzanne Kart
I'm curious how many actual Boomers are in this Boom Boom Room?
Tom Guarriello:
This is an excellent question. You left this comment in the Blazing Boomers group, not the Boom Boom Room but it's relevant just the same.
127 weeks ago
127 weeks ago
GenerationXpert Suzanne Kart:
I'm assuming you mean you have Boomer parents. So do I ....
127 weeks ago
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GenerationXpert Suzanne Kart:
I actually get along great with Boomers. More so now that I'm a parent. Once you're a parent, you bond with other parents - whatever age.
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