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William Bryan
How do handle with not achieving a long-term goal? I had a long term goal of getting into graduate school at Truman State University. I met all the short term goals I set up for myself, but in the end I was not accepted. How do you handle with defeat? What are some steps to keep your positive attitude? I try my best to stay positive by reading motivational blogs or stories, but I still get down on myself and crawl into a comfort zone. What do you do to keep yourself aggressive and movitivated?
38 weeks ago from Business Development, Entry-Level Young Professionals, GenYJourney: Tips, Insights, Experiences For Young Professionals, Career Rocketeer and The Career Hot Seat!3 more
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Bryson Saez:
@Erin, great link. @William, like the link points out, I think the best way to look at this sort of thing is through a lens of detached feedback. ...More@Erin, great link. @William, like the link points out, I think the best way to look at this sort of thing is through a lens of detached feedback. Instead of 'I failed,' look at is as an experiment that had a certain result, go back to the drawing board and try a different, best idea you can now come up with tactic with the information you now have.
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37 weeks ago
William Bryan:
@ Erin, I agree with Bryson that was an awesome link! Thanks for everyone's support. I really wanted to know have the brillant minds of Brazen ...More@ Erin, I agree with Bryson that was an awesome link! Thanks for everyone's support. I really wanted to know have the brillant minds of Brazen really deal with a set back. I got a lot of helpful advice. Thanks again guys!
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Megan Atkinson
Do get pits in your stomach before having to talk to strangers? Pitching something, presenting at a meeting, delivering content to hundreds of seminar attendees? http://wp.me/p1kAA3-74 How do you overcome that fear?
Rebecca Thorman, Ty Unglebower and Amanda Veinott recommended this
The Writer:
Happens every time. But like Corbin said: preparation is key. Also make sure you really believe what you're going to say. Make sure it's you ...MoreHappens every time. But like Corbin said: preparation is key. Also make sure you really believe what you're going to say. Make sure it's you that's saying it instead of someone else's words. Make it as close as possible to you telling your wife/friend about whatever the topic is.
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Brett Kunsch:
*Toastmasters* will be your best friend. Try to find a group in your area and get started on making some speeches among people who are ...More*Toastmasters* will be your best friend. Try to find a group in your area and get started on making some speeches among people who are super-supportive and looking for growth-oriented people like you. The great thing is you can have some type of speaking role in every single meeting. http://www.toastmasters.org/
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Keri Zuckerman
Any advice on how to go about asking your manager for flexible schedule?
Diana Antholis:
You have to show the benefits to your boss. If it isn't all about your boss, he/she won't get it. They'll think you want to work less for the ...MoreYou have to show the benefits to your boss. If it isn't all about your boss, he/she won't get it. They'll think you want to work less for the same amount of money. You have to prove yourself, show that you will be MORE productive with a flex schedule. If skeptical, offer up a trial period so the boss can measure the results. Managers need measurements. Make sure you keep track of what you have done and what you can get done in your new flex schedule.
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Ja'Rika Smith:
render more services than what is being asked and i guarantee you will be able to get whatever it is that you seek...Ja'Rika Smith
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Justin Nicholson
I'm a recent college graduate and am looking to make the switch from student to professional. I've come to the realization that a big problem I have is that all of my friends are students/non-professionals. Can anyone give me advice on places they went, groups they joined, and strategies they used to befriend professional people after college? Also, any links to resources or social networks I may not have heard of would be appreciated!
Sadya Siddiqui recommended this
Molly Foley:
Hi Justin, check out local young professionals groups in your area. All types out there and a great way to begin building your network beyond ...MoreHi Justin, check out local young professionals groups in your area. All types out there and a great way to begin building your network beyond students and fellow alumni. A directory can be found here: http://nextgenerationconsulting.com/next-leaders/ypo-directory/ Good luck!
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Patrick Pho
How do you guys let bloggers know you've read their stuff? I try and leave comments when I can but sometimes I just don't have anything valuable to say. I'm trying out different ways to reach out like a shout out on Twitter- how do you make the blogs you read feel appreciated?
86 weeks ago from Wordpress Bloggers and I am Gen Y
Rebecca Thorman recommended this
The Writer:
Retweet them, tell your readers about them, link to them, stumble them, and write about them as much as you can
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Patrick Pho:
Thanks for all the great suggestions- I've been mixing up if I comment on their personal blog or here on BC. I'm going to also start tweeting them ...MoreThanks for all the great suggestions- I've been mixing up if I comment on their personal blog or here on BC. I'm going to also start tweeting them up and recommending them.
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85 weeks ago
The Writer
I'm putting together a step-by-step guide to help people make more money in their jobs and I need to make sure I'm covering all the issues people have with boosting their salary. Would you mind taking this quick, five-question survey? Thanks! http://bit.ly/93KnOf
The Writer
Has anyone on here bought Ramit's Earn1k program? I'm on the edge and need a push either way...
The Writer
Everything you want to know about Bounce Rates: http://bit.ly/9qLzGy
Dave Ligthart
Check out wp-stats-dashboard plugin for WordPress for a great social metrics overview: http://wordpress.org/extend/plugins/wp-stats-dashboard/screenshots/
Jon Bishop:
Tried this plugin awhile back. Crashed my admin area then and it's crashing it now. Before I was running on Thesis on 1.9.2 and now I am on a new ...MoreTried this plugin awhile back. Crashed my admin area then and it's crashing it now. Before I was running on Thesis on 1.9.2 and now I am on a new theme on 3.0
Sounds awesome in theory.
88 weeks ago
Sounds awesome in theory.
88 weeks ago
The Writer:
I like the tracking of social metrics on there...I wish Google Analytics had it...
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Sara Gallagher
I just read a cool book called "The Design of Business" about the importance of strategic, design-oriented thinking in business planning. I thought it was interesting that Financial Planning was the primary department in which this book said creative "design" thinking was most needed. Authors said that financial planning was in need of a "steady stream of insights" at all times. This surprised me, since typically "creative" accounting leads to jail time, lol. What do you think?
Sara Gallagher:
Oh, I know what they were originally intending...that last part of my comment was just a joke. Sorry, probably should have stuck to the straight ...MoreOh, I know what they were originally intending...that last part of my comment was just a joke. Sorry, probably should have stuck to the straight and narrow there. ;o)
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Rebecca Thorman:
I LOVE design thinking, first off. My degree is in design and while I don't work in straight-design, I always think the way a designer does (or so ...MoreI LOVE design thinking, first off. My degree is in design and while I don't work in straight-design, I always think the way a designer does (or so I'd like to believe :). I think financial planning has so much opportunity. You see it with start-ups like Mint.com and other companies like Ing, but there's so much we can do. I guess that's more of a consumer perspective, but on the inside, I imagine financial planners are in need of design thinking... especially when you look at the state of finances these days!
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Cameron Plommer
Is there a point when a blog is no longer valuable to a blogger? If a blog is used at least partically as a way to gain employment, at what point does a blogger realize that their blog has given them all the opportunities they need?
The reason I ask is because I see bloggers that used to be very active stop producing content or very little (Jun Loayza, Rebecca Thorman, Monica Obrien...). I see blogging as a platform that leads to bigger and better opportunities, what's your take?
89 weeks ago from Blogging Ideas, Brazen Bloggers, Personal Branding and Gen-Y Professional Bloggers2 more
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Annabel Candy:
Hi Mark, lol, that's great. I just documented a similar thing on my blog. I started it in 2006, wrote one post and then nothing until 2009 when i ...MoreHi Mark, lol, that's great. I just documented a similar thing on my blog. I started it in 2006, wrote one post and then nothing until 2009 when i got into it properly. THe time has to be right, the readers will be there when you're ready:)
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Mark Dykeman:
Actually, I should have listed Penelope in the list of bloggers that intrigue me. ::shrug:: Color me brown.. :)
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Joyce Tipping
I feel like the social media and online networking hype has gone hand in hand with the rise of smartphones and similar technology. We (my husband and I) haven't jumped on the bandwagon yet, but I've been sorely tempted many times! :) So here's my question to you guys: How does your smartphone fit into your professional life? After an honest examination, do you feel it's crucial to your work, a helpful convenience, or purely a personal luxury? Feel free to elaborate!
89 weeks ago from I am Gen Y, Location Independent, Social Media Marketers, Entrepreneurs and Tech Gurus3 more
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Maybe I'm out of date, but I haven't found technology so miraculous. It's universal so I use it, but I still can't reach anyone. Why is the ...MoreMaybe I'm out of date, but I haven't found technology so miraculous. It's universal so I use it, but I still can't reach anyone. Why is the world so urgent anyway. Yesterday I used my cell phone to call AAA when my alternator gave out. That's the highlight of my life with high tech. I do not make more money or provide better service as a result of technology although I do handle more paper.
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James Schipper:
I ended up minimizing my connectivity a bit. I work online, and having a smartphone tended to interrupt my non-working time considerably. If I ...MoreI ended up minimizing my connectivity a bit. I work online, and having a smartphone tended to interrupt my non-working time considerably. If I need to be online, I can go do that and having it on my phone was redundant. When I'm out paddling in my kayak, I don't want to hear the email notification going off. It works well for me, so I am not turning the functionality back on.
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Sandrine
Hi everyone! I've got a question about guest posts. If you get something posted in a biggish blog, what can you do to make sure that at as many of them as possible come to visit your blog, and that some of them stick around and maybe even subscribe? I did a post for Zen Family Habits last week, but frankly I think I got more new subscribers when I commented on a post by TheBloggess! Any advice? Cheers.
Sandrine:
Yes you have! Thank you! But my question seems to have been posted twice, and although I'd seen your reply on the email, couldn't find it here! ...MoreYes you have! Thank you! But my question seems to have been posted twice, and although I'd seen your reply on the email, couldn't find it here! It's just below though... (as is my answer now).
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The Writer
For all you wanting to start your own life of entrepreneurship, today is a day to get excited! Chris Guillebeau is opening up his Empire Building Kit for the second time: http://bit.ly/9J1Gp9
The Writer
I need your help Brazeners! I'm putting together a guide to the successful strategies people can use to make more money in their careers. From getting a raise to getting a promotion and even leaving the job for another one. But I need case studies! So if you've gotten more money in your career I want your story!
It can be totally anonymous if you want...email me and we can talk.
Nige Parkin
New here and enjoying the content. I have been using Wordpress for around 8 or 9 months now, http://www.minxeveningwear.co.uk/blog/, and rate it highly. I am planning on moving my site to a new server and clearly want to take all the blog data with me. Just wondering if anyone had done this before and how they got on?
Ed Ferrigan:
Nige,
Not sure where i saw it but on the Wordpress website maybe in the dashboard section I saw something about moving your blogs. Good luck with ...MoreNige,
Not sure where i saw it but on the Wordpress website maybe in the dashboard section I saw something about moving your blogs. Good luck with that. What is making you switch? I just started my blog there.
90 weeks ago
Not sure where i saw it but on the Wordpress website maybe in the dashboard section I saw something about moving your blogs. Good luck with ...MoreNige,
Not sure where i saw it but on the Wordpress website maybe in the dashboard section I saw something about moving your blogs. Good luck with that. What is making you switch? I just started my blog there.
90 weeks ago
Russell Allert:
It is super easy. Just like The Writer said, you simply click on Tools > Export and download the file to a local hard drive. Then, when you ...MoreIt is super easy. Just like The Writer said, you simply click on Tools > Export and download the file to a local hard drive. Then, when you have your new server up and running and WordPress is installed simply go to Tools > Import and upload the same file. Hope that helps.
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90 weeks ago
The Writer
If you aren't that into Google Analytics (and even if you are), you should at least know how important the Dashboard is: http://bit.ly/bV6oOq
Jennifer Koren:
Thanks for this link. My company uses it and trains new clients to use it to show stats for their sites. I was never that familiar with it but ...MoreThanks for this link. My company uses it and trains new clients to use it to show stats for their sites. I was never that familiar with it but this link made things more clear. I've also shared it with my company to possible share with clients so that they have a clear picture as well.
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The Writer:
Glad to hear it was useful Jennifer. Lots of companies use it but rarely understand how powerful it can be. So many times it takes an ...MoreGlad to hear it was useful Jennifer. Lots of companies use it but rarely understand how powerful it can be. So many times it takes an entrepreneurial employee to learn it on their own.
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The Writer
I don't know about this one...I think it's easy to say that I would but the reality is totally different. You work hard to get to where you are and unless you're already making more than you feel you need, why would you take a step back? If you're miserable at your current job, I can see that being worth it. Otherwise I think most people wouldn't do it if was a real situation.
The Writer
I'm putting a together a guide to help employees make more money in their jobs by making themselves more valuable—from A to Z. Could you take 30 seconds to complete this survey to ensure I'm barking up the right tree? Thanks!
http://www.surveymonkey.com/s/5TZNTP6
The Writer
Whoa...where are all the folks in this group? It's dead in here! Survey time: how many people in here are scared/intimidated by Analytics? Just trying to gauge if we're all experts in here or not.
The Writer
Trying to learn as much as I can about what fears, questions, and hesitations people have about making more money in their careers. I'm writing the guide for you! But I need to learn more about your thoughts, desires, etc. Damn that feels like I'm a granola cruncher
steve taite
I am having trouble working out how to get traffic to my site. I've read hundreds of tutorials, use stunbleupon etc but my problem is the niche. My site is basically a humor blog with mostly original work. This seems to make it hard for google to send traffic my way. The blog is at http://taitegallery.net. I would appreciate any real advice you have. Thanks
Patrick Pho:
I agree with Paul- there's a lot of good content here and I think by getting active in some social networks you can attract some more attention ...MoreI agree with Paul- there's a lot of good content here and I think by getting active in some social networks you can attract some more attention and develop a fan base.
Also with this kind of content I say do two things:
Make sure your content is easy to share- make sure you have social buttons around your posts and on your site.
Try pitching your finds to top blog sites like Gawker- a repost from them would drive lots of people to your site.
93 weeks ago
Also with this kind of content I say do two things:
Make sure your content is easy to share- make sure you have social buttons around your posts and on your site.
Try pitching your finds to top blog sites like Gawker- a repost from them would drive lots of people to your site.
93 weeks ago
The Writer:
I would take a look at the people currently going to your site to see how they're getting there, what they're going to the most, etc. You may be ...MoreI would take a look at the people currently going to your site to see how they're getting there, what they're going to the most, etc. You may be surprised by what you find out with a little digging and it could help you discover something new to try
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Meagan
Does anyone have a plugin they like using on Wordpress for monitoring traffic for their site? I have Google analytics, but I want something on site. Thanks in advance.
93 weeks ago from Wordpress Bloggers and Latest Social Media and Technology News
James Thomas:
I use both Analytics and Statcounter. Both are a little different and I think compliment each other well.
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Ann Smarty
Are you guest blogging or plan to? I have launched a community that may help you find great guest posting opportunities and / or guest authors for your blog: http://myblogguest.com/ I'd love to hear your feedback on it!
Melissa Breau and Melanie McGrath recommended this
The Writer:
For more info on guest blogging and targeting the right sites to guest post on, check out this article: MoreFor more info on guest blogging and targeting the right sites to guest post on, check out this article: http://bit.ly/9siyuq
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Melissa Breau
I recently switched from a free wordpress blog to a self-hosted site -- a web developer friend helped me set it up, I'm super proud of how it looks and I've continued the habit I had on my free blog of posting daily. I put up a post on my previous blog pointing to the new one, and have been putting short blurbs of news posts up, again pointing to the new site for additional content. But I can't seem to get my traffic numbers where they were before. Suggestions?
new site --> www.jargonwriter.com
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Daniel Hunt:
Blogger is good as introductory website. Once you master the skills you will certainly look for better performing platform like the wordpress.
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The Writer:
301 Redirects do pass the juice if they're used correctly. If you are in a subdomain you are only passing the juice from the specific page the ...More301 Redirects do pass the juice if they're used correctly. If you are in a subdomain you are only passing the juice from the specific page the redirect is on, however, not the whole site. For more: http://www.seobuzzbox.com/understanding-the-301-redirect/
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