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TOP IDEA: Cameron Plommer I'm starting to realize that I don't need more information on HOW to do something. Instead what I find most useful is information (books, blogs, whatever) that inspires me to do something. Whether it's inspiration to learn a new topic, get in shape or be a better person. The How-to is only applicable at a low level because what works for one person may not work for another. With that said, what have you read or read regularly that inspires you?

52 weeks ago from Personal Development, Professional Development and Blogging Ideas1 more

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Steve: A wise older friend once told me "Before age 30, seek to be inspired. After 30, seek to be an inspiration." The wisdom of that has played out as ...MoreA wise older friend once told me "Before age 30, seek to be inspired. After 30, seek to be an inspiration." The wisdom of that has played out as I've networked with Gen Y folks a few years younger than me (I'm in my early 30s), and constantly been inspired by their energy and enthusiasm to tackle exciting projects.
33 weeks ago
Jacqueline M. Walters: Cameron Plommer. Please accept my invitation to join and log on to MoreCameron Plommer. Please accept my invitation to join and log on to www.talentmanagementnetwork.com to read some of my post. I am Jacqueline M. Walters. I strongly believe you will appreciate it.
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TOP IDEA: Jesse Shy I am using ScribeFire as my blog offline editor. I love that it has a preview feature so I can see what my post looks like before I publish it. Do you have a favorite offline editor, what is it?

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Joseph Arruda: I rarely do now, as I have a hosted Wordpress install that I rarely lack access to. In the past I've either quickly put stuff down in html format ...MoreI rarely do now, as I have a hosted Wordpress install that I rarely lack access to. In the past I've either quickly put stuff down in html format with Vim, or used KBlogger. I tried Flock, but was less than impressed, and ScribeFire looked promising but its early builds never performed well for me. I hear it has improved immensely, but I lack the need for it.
50 weeks ago
Jesse Shy: Sometimes I find myself in remote areas, or transportation lacking wifi. I have also installed wordpress locally on XAMPP so I can play with ...MoreSometimes I find myself in remote areas, or transportation lacking wifi. I have also installed wordpress locally on XAMPP so I can play with plugins and themes before going live. So I guess I am still playing in the sandbox.
50 weeks ago
Thursday Bram: This takes me back. I ran a few lemonade stands as a kid, although I found the best money was in cold sodas at neighborhood garage sales and the ...MoreThis takes me back. I ran a few lemonade stands as a kid, although I found the best money was in cold sodas at neighborhood garage sales and the like.
101 weeks ago
Emily Jasper: @Thursday Sodas as garage sales are always super popular, especially if it's really hot out. It's like around here in winter, kids will have coco ...More@Thursday Sodas as garage sales are always super popular, especially if it's really hot out. It's like around here in winter, kids will have coco stands...now if they could make a latte, I'm in!
101 weeks ago
 
Dannielle Blumenthal Would you take laptop computer on your honeymoon? I think more people would say yes than admit it. But then I'm a tech addict. http://hot995.kaneshow.com/pages/main.html

31 weeks ago

Ben Donahower: Hm, I went on my honeymoon 2.5 yrs ago and I didn't bring my laptop and nor did I have a smartphone.
31 weeks ago
 
Jana Schuberth I am all into silence and focus at the moment. There is so much 'noise' out there, constantly distracting and interrupting. What do you do when you just want to focus or relax in silence? I share my top tips here: http://www.janaschuberth.com/top-tips-on-creating-silence-and-focus

46 weeks ago from Work/Life Blur, Brazen UK - Careerists, Coaches, Recruiters and Employers, Creating a Life You Love and Career Changers2 more

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Becky Benishek: @Irina, great idea! There's something about the tactile feedback from a book that settles me right down as well, to the point of not hearing ...More@Irina, great idea! There's something about the tactile feedback from a book that settles me right down as well, to the point of not hearing anything else around me.

Someone was just remarking today about how one day the air conditioners shut off in the building, and suddenly everyone realized just how quiet it really was. We have so much white noise around us that we don't even notice anymore.
46 weeks ago
Jana Schuberth: So true, Becky and Irina, I love a good book and even find my fan on my laptop noisy! So what can we do to enjoy silence? Just switch everything off?
45 weeks ago
 
Jessica Silverstein Give me your worst! What was your worse resume mistake? What is the worst 1 you have ever seen on an applicant's resume? No names please.

50 weeks ago from Brazen Careerists on Twitter, Career Rocketeer, Alternative Legal Careers, Resume Feedback and Young Professional Women (YPW)3 more

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Harriet May: Hey everyone, I was thinking this would make a great series for my blog MoreHey everyone, I was thinking this would make a great series for my blog www.resumemascara.com. I haven't updated the site in awhile and I want to kick start it back with a series of blog posts, perhaps every Monday. I was thinking Resume Horror Stories: What Not to Do. If anyone wants to write up their experiences in a post you can email it to me at harri.may@gmail.com. Whether it's something you did or something you came across as a hiring manager. No names please if it isn't you!
46 weeks ago
Jake LaCaze: I put the wrong phone number on my resume. Luckily, I still got the gig. ;)
45 weeks ago
 
Kristen Creager In today's world, it is crucial to claim and control your online presence. Check out more tips in my latest post: Google Yourself. Often. http://bit.ly/ffIywb

50 weeks ago

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Patrick Pho: I agree with Kristen- I have a Google Alert for myself. Not because I'm shallow and vain but because it's good to know what's being said about ...MoreI agree with Kristen- I have a Google Alert for myself. Not because I'm shallow and vain but because it's good to know what's being said about yourself.
50 weeks ago
Daya Bihm: i have but I don't do it regularly.
50 weeks ago
 
TOP IDEA: Kristen Creager Does your geographic area have a different work ethic dynamic than other parts of the country? See my thoughts in my new post-- Midwest vs. West Coast: A Work Ethic Divided. http://bit.ly/ffIywb

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Scott Messinger: I don't think it's necessarily a regional thing. It just depends on the company you work for, and even the manager within the company.
50 weeks ago
Sean Masters: Having lived and worked on both coasts, I'm of the opinion that nobody works or plays harder than in New England. I was constantly referred to as ...MoreHaving lived and worked on both coasts, I'm of the opinion that nobody works or plays harder than in New England. I was constantly referred to as "intense", "crazy", and a number of other mostly positive adjectives while working in OR and WA for two years. Yet here in New England I am like anyone else!
50 weeks ago
 
Brett Kunsch Just watched this TED vid posted today: Nigel Marsh on "How to make work-life balance work" http://bit.ly/i1ruAc --> He raises the point that achieving balance does not have to be a dramatic upheaval in one's life - it's making those small changes that can make the biggest impact. I often hear from others that balance is elusive, but as Mr. Marsh argues, we have to take a *balanced* approach to finding balance. What if we changed our balance strategy? Could it help society find more peace?

52 weeks ago from Work/Life Blur, Personal Development, Professional Development, Productivity & Time-Management and Ask Penelope Trunk!3 more

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David Anderson, SPHR: This was excellent! Thanks for sharing Brett.
51 weeks ago
Brett Kunsch: @Diane - thanks for the book recommendation, I'll check that out. I do agree that priorities help drive the whole operation, and can even bring ...More@Diane - thanks for the book recommendation, I'll check that out. I do agree that priorities help drive the whole operation, and can even bring about balance.

@David - glad you enjoyed it. Check out some other vids on TED - they are all thought-provoking!
51 weeks ago
 
JenG I have a guest post up at Copyblogger today discussing the five aspects of social intelligence and how to use it to better engage your readers/customers. As a writer/blogger, this is esp. tricky since you don't have the nonverbal cues to tell you how you're doing. And ironically, a bit of alone time is the best way to improve. Check it out: Is Your Low Social IQ Dooming Your Blog? http://bit.ly/fW4FhE

52 weeks ago from PR & New Media, Networking Tips, Brazen Bloggers and Blogging Ideas2 more

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JenG: Thanks, Marc. I appreciate your perspective on the topic. Always great connecting with another scientist/blogger. You were the 2nd of the night ...MoreThanks, Marc. I appreciate your perspective on the topic. Always great connecting with another scientist/blogger. You were the 2nd of the night if you can believe it. Keep in touch and let me know how things go.
52 weeks ago
JRandom42: Actually, Penelope still hasn't answered the question on where she got diagnosed for over 3 years. It took me a year of testing at Stanford ...MoreActually, Penelope still hasn't answered the question on where she got diagnosed for over 3 years. It took me a year of testing at Stanford Medical Center's department of Psychiatry. It looks to me like she diagnosed herself, and has repeatedly said that diagnosing Asperger Syndrome is easy, which is baloney.

So don't tell me Penelope has Asperger Syndrome, since she's self diagnosed, and has no medical opinion or credibile source of her diagnosis.


52 weeks ago
 
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52 weeks ago

 
Monica Valentinelli Recommend me a book that helped you further your career. No title too small. No book too long. Just tell me why this book matters to you and what you hope I get out of it.

56 weeks ago from Productivity & Time-Management, Professional Development, Copywriters, Creative Writing and Professional Writers and Editors3 more

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Jake Poinier: I echo Brett's comment. "Getting Things Done" is fantastic!
55 weeks ago
Cooper: I'm not a business type, but I think the only book anyone needs was written decades ago by Dale Carnegie " How to Win Friends & Influence ...MoreI'm not a business type, but I think the only book anyone needs was written decades ago by Dale Carnegie " How to Win Friends & Influence People". I was given this book by a friends father for graduation from high school. I kid you not. It's the only self help book I'll ever need.
55 weeks ago
 
Ty Unglebower What do you think is the best way for writers to network in casual settings? That is to say at a party or other non-networking social event, (where most networking happens.) When you tell most people you are a writer, they say, "oh!" and nod, and that is the end of it. They probably think I am up in an attic surrounded by papers and liquor. (I'm not.) So how can a writer discuss what he does, and what he wants to do in the future, with "lay people" in an interesting way?

63 weeks ago from Baltimore Brazen, Washington D.C., Professional Writers and Editors and Networking Tips2 more

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Thursday Bram: I've found that it helps when I sound excited about what I do. It's easy to say 'I'm just a writer,' and that tells your networking prospect that ...MoreI've found that it helps when I sound excited about what I do. It's easy to say 'I'm just a writer,' and that tells your networking prospect that what you do is fairly boring. If you can convey your enthusiasm — 'I'm lucky enough to be a writer!' — it's easier to start a conversation about it. I also really like asking what other people do and talking about writing projects that I've worked on that are related to their industry.
62 weeks ago
Heidi: I am a strategy consultant and a writer. I actually have more interest at events when I tell people I am just a writer! What seems to work is if ...MoreI am a strategy consultant and a writer. I actually have more interest at events when I tell people I am just a writer! What seems to work is if I can tell them what I am working on or what I have worked on. I get bonus points (i.e. a longer conversation) when I can tie in what I am writing/have written to the nature of the event or the personality of the person I am speaking with.

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62 weeks ago
 
Ryan Paugh Do you swear on your blog? Just read an article on NPR (http://n.pr/8Xtpst) about the emotional impact that profanity can have when used by authorities. They mentioned Yahoo CEO Carol Bartz and President Obama as examples. They also mentioned that strategic profanity doesn't work for every personality and that it should be used with discretion. I've dropped an F-bomb or two on my blog. I try not to do it a lot. What about you guys?

82 weeks ago from Blogging Ideas and Brazen Bloggers

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Annabel Candy: I will second Thursday! Surely ass isn't a swear word though... it's a bit childish but not profane? Some bloggers have built their careers on ...MoreI will second Thursday! Surely ass isn't a swear word though... it's a bit childish but not profane? Some bloggers have built their careers on cussing and good for them. Got to speak to those readers in the language they use:)
82 weeks ago
Marian Schembari: Alright, y'all, I got really excited yesterday reading all these responses so I wrote a blog post about it. Will be curious to see what you have ...MoreAlright, y'all, I got really excited yesterday reading all these responses so I wrote a blog post about it. Will be curious to see what you have to say: HELL NO I Won't Censor My Blog http://bit.ly/dpG9V8
82 weeks ago
 
Thursday Bram I've launched a new ebook this morning geared towards freelance writers: it's a guide to creating passive income streams that support your freelance writing efforts: http://www.thursdaybram.com/2010/05/05/my-latest-ebook-the-freelance-wri.... I'm already getting some great feedback.

92 weeks ago from Professional Writers and Editors

 
Ty Unglebower All right, so what is the etiquette on this? (Or Etitweet..whatever cute name you people would use.) Do you go looking for local people on Twitter, or those with similar interests and just follow them for that reason? Hoping to get to know them? Or do you need more of a background to you reasoning before you start following someone? I'm tempted to look up people from my hometown with similar interests and follow them, but is that enough?

100 weeks ago from Brazen Careerists on Twitter

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Ty Unglebower: That is what I was hoping to be true. But there is such a distinct Twitter culture that I wanted to make sure I wasn't stepping on any toes out there.
100 weeks ago
Mary Higgins: :) asking questions is good.
100 weeks ago
 
Sabera (Kapasi) Photographer Hello! I recently bought my own domain for my blog http://onelifetoeat.com. I'm still clueless on how to do up the blog. Any tips and suggestions?

100 weeks ago from Wordpress Bloggers

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Sabera (Kapasi) Photographer: @Thursday - Thanks for the tip! I'll check it out for sure. @Scott - Thanks for checking out the blog! :-)
100 weeks ago
Sabera (Kapasi) Photographer: @Thursday - OK I've chosen the icons I like. How do I install them on the blog?
100 weeks ago
 
Lindsay Keegan My (very simple) freelance website is currently hosted with Yahoo Small Biz, and I'm thinking about moving it. What do you guys use aside from your blogs? I need one that includes email. Thanks for your suggestions!

103 weeks ago from Professional Writers and Editors

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Shannon Coffey: I'm a big fan of BlueHost.com. I've been using them for several years to host wordpress blogs and other things. They've got a crazy number of ...MoreI'm a big fan of BlueHost.com. I've been using them for several years to host wordpress blogs and other things. They've got a crazy number of features, and unlimited storage, etc. Plus their customer service is pretty responsive, usually just a few hours to get back to you. Here's their pricing info: http://bit.ly/HQ9PO. Good luck!
102 weeks ago
Elisabeth Ericson: I signed up with DreamHost a few weeks ago and have had a very good experience so far.
102 weeks ago
 
Thursday Bram I'm looking for a roommate to share a suite with myself and a couple of other girls. Let me know if you're interested and I can provide details.

105 weeks ago from SXSW

 
Thursday Bram Working on a coworking space in Howard County, MD — got a space left for a full-timer. Let me know if you'd like to hear further details.

105 weeks ago from Coworking

 
Thursday Bram I'm looking for folks interested in a coworking space in Howard County — we're very close to launching one and have space for one full-timer. Let me know if you're interested!

105 weeks ago from Washington D.C.

JR Moreau: Hey Thursday, you might want to check out the Brazen Careerist coworking network to post this message and see if you can find some interested ...MoreHey Thursday, you might want to check out the Brazen Careerist coworking network to post this message and see if you can find some interested people.

http://www.brazencareerist.com/network/coworking

105 weeks ago
Thursday Bram: Will do — thanks!
105 weeks ago
 
Thursday Bram I'm looking for folks interested in a coworking space in Howard County — we're very close to launching one and have space for one full-timer. Let me know if you're interested!

105 weeks ago from Baltimore Brazen

 
Thursday Bram I'm a full-time writer, covering small business, although I tweet about a lot more. http://twitter.com/thursdayb

107 weeks ago from Brazen Careerists on Twitter

 
Rebecca MacDonald That's a good question, Ty. Anyone have any good tips for finding interview subjects for freelance articles beyond your own network of friends/family/colleagues?

113 weeks ago from Professional Writers and Editors

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Rebecca MacDonald: Thanks for the HARO tip. Probably an obvious answer, just goes to show I've been writing for corporate clients too long!
113 weeks ago
Thursday Bram: I use HARO pretty heavily. I also use Twitter to put out requests and get people to retweet them. Lastly, asking sources you've already lined up ...MoreI use HARO pretty heavily. I also use Twitter to put out requests and get people to retweet them. Lastly, asking sources you've already lined up if they'd recommend you talk to anyone else has been particularly helpful for me.
113 weeks ago
 
Rebecca What online tools/sites do you use to find freelance work?

117 weeks ago from Professional Writers and Editors

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Thursday Bram: I use a pretty wide variety sites. FreelanceWritingGigs.com is a good resource, as is ProBlogger.net's job board. I actually write for ...MoreI use a pretty wide variety sites. FreelanceWritingGigs.com is a good resource, as is ProBlogger.net's job board. I actually write for FreelanceSwitch, but I haven't used the FreelanceSwitch job board as much — it tends to be more geared towards designers.
116 weeks ago
Ryan Paine: @Mark, thanks for the tip - it did kind of seem that way, and i'm generally wary of such glossy ventures ... Brazen Careerist included, but I'm ...More@Mark, thanks for the tip - it did kind of seem that way, and i'm generally wary of such glossy ventures ... Brazen Careerist included, but I'm enjoying it here.
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