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Timothy Johnson III
I'm considering signing up for the Brazen U Social Media Boot Camp course and I wanted to know which fellow Brazens took the course. What was the real-world impact for you, post-Bootcamp? How did it the course improve your social media efforts and know-how for your current job or side-gig? I'd love to get some feedback from Brazen community and I'm looking forward to hearing about your experiences. Thanks a lot!
14 weeks ago from Freelancing, Generation Y Marketers, Social Media Marketing, Social Pollination and Brazen Bloggers3 more
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Timothy Johnson III:
Thanks for the recommendations, @Kate and @Kariz. I actually signed up for the Brazen Boot Camp within the last two weeks and I'm working through ...MoreThanks for the recommendations, @Kate and @Kariz. I actually signed up for the Brazen Boot Camp within the last two weeks and I'm working through all the material. So far, so good! I'm really looking forward to how measure the results of one's social media efforts and link that to dollars and cents.
12 weeks ago
12 weeks ago
Gian Hilario:
I stumbled upon Hootsuite University offering the same (and it comes with a badge). I wonder how helpful these social media "courses" really are. ...MoreI stumbled upon Hootsuite University offering the same (and it comes with a badge). I wonder how helpful these social media "courses" really are. Has anyone here tried any of these? If they're any good, how are they closing the gap between social media theory and praxis ?
9 weeks ago
9 weeks ago
Vickie Elmer
How does Facebook figure into your career, job search approach? I just wrote a piece for Fortune.com about how and why Gen Y doesn't share its job or employment info on Facebook as much as Gen X and Boomers do - it's at http://bit.ly/wTtt1g . (Research by Dan Schawbel's Millennial Branding.) It made me wonder how much of our career information does show up on Facebook, and how that's changing. So how do you use Facebook professionally? And any advice for others who are just starting on this?
19 weeks ago from Career Changers, Career Rocketeer and Interns1 more
Sandra Kitchen:
Vickie, do you know the names of those business who train the contract PMs? Thanks,
15 weeks ago
15 weeks ago
JRandom42:
Facebook soesn't figure in my career search because I'm not on it. Totally removes the concern of any prospective employer seeing anything ...MoreFacebook soesn't figure in my career search because I'm not on it. Totally removes the concern of any prospective employer seeing anything remotely embarassing.
8 weeks ago
8 weeks ago
TOP IDEA:
Rebecca Thorman
Safety doesn’t create innovation. But innovation does create new jobs and new opportunities. Innovation creates new markets and cures for illnesses and ideas that make us excited to get up in the morning. You really want to help the economy? Put yourself out there. Risk everything. Do it for you, your family, your friends. We’ll all thank you.
http://modite.com/blog/2009/01/07/why-generation-y-should-job-hop-even-i...
Stanley Lee, Lindsey Donner, Jamie Nacht Farrell, Elizabeth de Bagara, Aurian Campbell, Nelly Tonchev, Mae Buzen, Sarah Peck, Rachael Seda, Brittany Thompson and Isra Pananon and 8 others recommended this
Geoff Brown:
I agree completely. I risked all my credit cards to start up a training software company making conversation rehearsal courses (MoreI agree completely. I risked all my credit cards to start up a training software company making conversation rehearsal courses (www.talksmith.net). We sold Asperger's Syndrome courses to school districts in North Dakota and Minnesota, and while we are not wealthy, I did get a patent out of it. By the way, I grew up in Silver Spring and was a TV news cameraman on Capitol Hill in the 70's. Innovation means taking risks and going down a path whose end may not be visible. Keep on innnovating, Rebecca!
14 weeks ago
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Edward Antrobus:
Safety first is the motto at the company I work for (and of many of the companies we work with)
14 weeks ago
14 weeks ago
Ryan Paugh
What are your favorite books for entrepreneurship? Here are some faves from members of our YEC Women program: http://bit.ly/vnj75e What would you add?
20 weeks ago from Youth Entrepreneurship, Entrepreneurs, Shotgun Startups, Web Startups and Upstarts!3 more
Timothy Johnson III:
I'd add "The Personal MBA: Mastering the Art of Business", by Josh Kaufman and "168 Hours: You Have More Time Than You Think" by Laura Vanderkam
17 weeks ago
17 weeks ago
Beatriz Alemar:
The E-myth and Get Clients Now. My personal favs about entrepreneurship.
16 weeks ago
16 weeks ago
TOP IDEA:
Timothy Johnson III
Every day should be an excellent opportunity to seek out a new experience, meet a new person, find out something new that you can share with others. What have you learned today that you didn't know yesterday?
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Timothy Johnson III:
Hi Dominique. Thanks for reading my posts! I'd definitely love to know which Swatties you know in Philadelphia . . . perhaps we know mutual people?!
92 weeks ago
92 weeks ago
JRandom42:
Reminds me of what I was told by an Alzheimer's caregiver:
"Have Alzheimer's? Meet new people every day! Do new things every day! Experience new ...MoreReminds me of what I was told by an Alzheimer's caregiver:
"Have Alzheimer's? Meet new people every day! Do new things every day! Experience new things every day! Go new places every day! Have new adventures every day!"
Not politically correct, but given the grim daily life of a caregiver, a little humor is needed.
16 weeks ago
"Have Alzheimer's? Meet new people every day! Do new things every day! Experience new ...MoreReminds me of what I was told by an Alzheimer's caregiver:
"Have Alzheimer's? Meet new people every day! Do new things every day! Experience new things every day! Go new places every day! Have new adventures every day!"
Not politically correct, but given the grim daily life of a caregiver, a little humor is needed.
16 weeks ago
Chris Parker
I have been asked by a job coach to research companies I want to work for and locate the individuals who are high up in the departments I want to work in, is there a website for this? I called the Chamber of Commerce and they would not give out information about companies and the managers or higher ups who work there.
17 weeks ago from myFootpath
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Chris Parker:
@Noel, I think I will try and figure that out and see if it works for me. Thanks
16 weeks ago
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Chris Parker:
I did find this site. MoreI did find this site. https://www.jigsaw.com/SearchCompany.xhtml?tok=1328009608431-35340481085...
16 weeks ago
16 weeks ago
TOP IDEA:
Timothy Johnson III
I'm amazed at the awesome power that comes from networking - specifically, the way things start happening when you are 1.) genuinely interested in the things that people are doing and 2.) ask how you can help them in their endeavors. Try it! The results might astound you.
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Megan Atkinson:
@Rachel - I LOVED Linchpin! I also think Enchantment by Guy Kawasaki is an excellent read for this type of interest. :)
17 weeks ago
17 weeks ago
Timothy Johnson III
I'm finally back on Brazen. What's been going on since I've been away?
Suzanne Kaplan
Is there anyone here who would be willing to do an interview with me for my nascent blog http://jobtalknj.com/? I'm particularly interested in interviewing entrepreneurs. Please let me know how to get in touch with you, or mention me on twitter @JobtalkNJ. Interview takes 30 minutes via phone. Thanks! Suzanne PS I can't pay you, but I'll make sure to tweet your praises!
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Rebecca Thorman
I want to learn PHP, AJAX and how to build a CMS. How do I go about it? While I am familiar with code from my blog, I would like links to straight-up beginner resources. How do I set up a coding environment on my computer? What are the best tutorials and resources or even classes available on the web? Thanks in advance...
67 weeks ago from PHP, Web Development, Drupal, Joomla! and User Experience3 more
Timothy Johnson III recommended this
Rebecca Thorman:
@ Ted - Right now, I am making my way through the Head First book for PHP and MySql (think I'm on Chapter 5). I am using XAMPP as well, but only ...More@ Ted - Right now, I am making my way through the Head First book for PHP and MySql (think I'm on Chapter 5). I am using XAMPP as well, but only because the group recommended it and it ended up being easier than what the book suggested. I think the book is great and is very easy and clear - plus, there are lots of great online resources that align with each chapter. For me, I like being able to mark up the book as well. Hope that helps! After the Head First book, I also have a book called PHP and MySql for Web Devlelopment which is part of the Web Developers series. It looks pretty good, but certainly more advanced than the Head First book I'm doing now.
64 weeks ago
64 weeks ago
Ben Weller:
Rebecca,
I know I'm digging up an old thread here, but how has the experience of learning PHP & MySQL been treating you?
Once you've gotten ...MoreRebecca,
I know I'm digging up an old thread here, but how has the experience of learning PHP & MySQL been treating you?
Once you've gotten some experience with the basics, I'd recommend using that experience in a true LAMP stack.
There are 2 easy (easier...) ways to move in that direction:
- virtualize a LAMP server locally (using VirtualBox, Parallels, etc.), or
- set up a virtualized server through RackSpace, AWS, or similar.
If you're planning to stick with it, it is important to break away from the Windows-based stack. Linux-based stacks tend to be more performant and robust, and don't suffer with the issues inherent in the Windows-targeted implementation of PHP. It is very likely that any professional opportunities that you'll encounter will require LAMP experience over X/WAMP experience.
25 weeks ago
I know I'm digging up an old thread here, but how has the experience of learning PHP & MySQL been treating you?
Once you've gotten ...MoreRebecca,
I know I'm digging up an old thread here, but how has the experience of learning PHP & MySQL been treating you?
Once you've gotten some experience with the basics, I'd recommend using that experience in a true LAMP stack.
There are 2 easy (easier...) ways to move in that direction:
- virtualize a LAMP server locally (using VirtualBox, Parallels, etc.), or
- set up a virtualized server through RackSpace, AWS, or similar.
If you're planning to stick with it, it is important to break away from the Windows-based stack. Linux-based stacks tend to be more performant and robust, and don't suffer with the issues inherent in the Windows-targeted implementation of PHP. It is very likely that any professional opportunities that you'll encounter will require LAMP experience over X/WAMP experience.
25 weeks ago
Cameron Plommer
Are Wordpress blogs on the downfall? What's your take on leverage Tumblr and YouTube as a vehicle to spread your brand, company and ideas?
59 weeks ago from Blogging Ideas, Wordpress Bloggers and Personal Branding1 more
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Andrew Shell:
There does seem to be an increased willingness for people to become digital sharecroppers. I personally believe that people should take ownership ...MoreThere does seem to be an increased willingness for people to become digital sharecroppers. I personally believe that people should take ownership of their content and running their own blog whether that's WordPress, Drupal or whatever. It's just important not to create all your content inside of corporate silos. It's better for someone to publish on a WordPress blog with a plugin that pushes their posts to Tumblr, Facebook and Twitter.
YouTube is a little different because 1) it's hard for average people to encode and publish video on the web without the help of a YouTube, Vimeo, or the like. 2) They aren't creating their content on YouTube, but rather they are just publishing it. In theory they could cross post to Vimeo if YouTube banned them.
59 weeks ago
YouTube is a little different because 1) it's hard for average people to encode and publish video on the web without the help of a YouTube, Vimeo, or the like. 2) They aren't creating their content on YouTube, but rather they are just publishing it. In theory they could cross post to Vimeo if YouTube banned them.
59 weeks ago
Kyle Hendrickson
Men are stupid. That's what the media constantly tells me: http://bit.ly/b0Z7ts
95 weeks ago from Social Media, Personal Development, Blogging Ideas, I am Gen Y and Wordpress Bloggers3 more
William Bryan, Vinnie Bergl, Bryson Saez and Emily Moore and 1 others recommended this
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ety who have come to base their culture on what they see on TV, I think the main reason people watch these shows is that it shows something that ...Moreety who have come to base their culture on what they see on TV, I think the main reason people watch these shows is that it shows something that is "less than" what most people think of themselves as. People like to point and laugh at "stupid people". We're not allowed to do it in the "real world", so we turn to TV to provide a source of stupid people to laugh at.
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73 weeks ago
Melinda McKee
Any advice on moving beyond "professional volunteer writer" status to landing paying gigs? I've written my share of pro bono marketing copy and guest blog posts (including to some national audiences); now trying to figure out how to actually monetize my skills. Any words of wisdom are appreciated!
40 weeks ago from Gen-Y Professional Bloggers, North Carolina Bloggers and Professional Writers and Editors1 more
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Mike Ambassador Bruny:
Melinda, solid advice above. I would also keep an eye out for folks who post in different forums asking for feedback on what they have written. ...MoreMelinda, solid advice above. I would also keep an eye out for folks who post in different forums asking for feedback on what they have written. It may be an opportunity for future biz. Do keep us posted on how it goes and when you get that first paid gig (it's quite a feeling).
39 weeks ago
39 weeks ago
Alyssa Martino:
Hi Melinda, Sorry this response is so late. But my advice is to create a professional looking website and gather testimonials from clients to ...MoreHi Melinda, Sorry this response is so late. But my advice is to create a professional looking website and gather testimonials from clients to feature on them -- even if your past gigs were pro bono, you don't have to advertise that and can gain new clients based on your excellent reviews from the past! :)
34 weeks ago
34 weeks ago
Becky Benishek
Do you ever feel confident enough in your job/career to turn down free help, such as career coaching or a job search seminar? I'm working on a post around that topic but since I don't think I'd turn down free help, especially from someone who knows what they're talking about, I only have my own perspective!
36 weeks ago from myFootpath
Becky Benishek:
Valid points, everyone. Depending on where you are in your career, even free help can seem like a drag on your time, though I also think it ...MoreValid points, everyone. Depending on where you are in your career, even free help can seem like a drag on your time, though I also think it depends on what the help is. Negotiating tips, for example, can come in very handy for someone who hasn't done it in a while (or ever). Having someone to bounce strategies off of could also help a lot, based on their expertise. It's up to us to sift through the information we get, and no one source is the be-all and end-all. Is it?
35 weeks ago
35 weeks ago
Dana Leavy:
Even when I do feel confident enough in my own knowledge, I'm always finding that there are other people with fresh perspectives on the topics ...MoreEven when I do feel confident enough in my own knowledge, I'm always finding that there are other people with fresh perspectives on the topics that appeal to me. Even if they're not delivering an answer or fresh advice right to me, often they get me thinking about new ideas that I can work on or expand into. I like to hear other people's take - I think everyone has something to offer from their own experience.
35 weeks ago
35 weeks ago
TOP IDEA:
Laura McCallum
Anyone out there read the Rich Dad, Poor Dad Series? Thoughts on financial literacy?
Edward Antrobus:
Kiyosaki is a fraud.
MoreKiyosaki is a fraud.
http://www.johntreed.com/Kiyosaki.html
http://www.cbc.ca/marketplace/2010/road_to_rich_dad/main.html
http://www.enemyofdebt.com/2010/04/my-beef-with-rich-dad-poor-dad-author...
44 weeks ago
MoreKiyosaki is a fraud.
http://www.johntreed.com/Kiyosaki.html
http://www.cbc.ca/marketplace/2010/road_to_rich_dad/main.html
http://www.enemyofdebt.com/2010/04/my-beef-with-rich-dad-poor-dad-author...
44 weeks ago
JRandom42:
My father, a successful businessman, taught me financial literacy:
"Income should always exceed outgo"
"Do not give the government cause to ...MoreMy father, a successful businessman, taught me financial literacy:
"Income should always exceed outgo"
"Do not give the government cause to investigate your finances"
"Spend some, give some, save some"
"If the financial terms can't be explained in less than 100 words, walk away from the deal"
"Trust but verify all statements"
"The quickest and easiest way to double your money is to fold it in half and put it back in your pocket"
"If something sounds too good to be true, it probably is"
"Attempt to fool the tax man at your peril"
"Double check any advice you get"
43 weeks ago
"Income should always exceed outgo"
"Do not give the government cause to ...MoreMy father, a successful businessman, taught me financial literacy:
"Income should always exceed outgo"
"Do not give the government cause to investigate your finances"
"Spend some, give some, save some"
"If the financial terms can't be explained in less than 100 words, walk away from the deal"
"Trust but verify all statements"
"The quickest and easiest way to double your money is to fold it in half and put it back in your pocket"
"If something sounds too good to be true, it probably is"
"Attempt to fool the tax man at your peril"
"Double check any advice you get"
43 weeks ago
TOP IDEA:
Jason Mollica
Are You Interesting? Don't Be - http://www.brazencareerist/2010/04/26/are-you-interesting-dont-be
Jason Mollica:
It's my old news background... hook you in with a headline. In a good way of course! :)
Great point on the celebs and sports writers. I follow ...MoreIt's my old news background... hook you in with a headline. In a good way of course! :)
Great point on the celebs and sports writers. I follow Adam Schefter and I love when he says "Filed to ESPN:" He is giving us information that we normally would have had to wait until SportsCenter came on. I think he's a valuable tweeter... especially as a sports fan. He's also a trusted reporter and I believe has added value of those that are less accurate.
We all have people we follow as a guilty pleasure, I think. Rainn Wilson is hilarious. I know I'm not going to get something to add to a proposal, but it may be GREAT around the water cooler.
Thanks for adding your perspective, Patrick. Be well.
108 weeks ago
Great point on the celebs and sports writers. I follow ...MoreIt's my old news background... hook you in with a headline. In a good way of course! :)
Great point on the celebs and sports writers. I follow Adam Schefter and I love when he says "Filed to ESPN:" He is giving us information that we normally would have had to wait until SportsCenter came on. I think he's a valuable tweeter... especially as a sports fan. He's also a trusted reporter and I believe has added value of those that are less accurate.
We all have people we follow as a guilty pleasure, I think. Rainn Wilson is hilarious. I know I'm not going to get something to add to a proposal, but it may be GREAT around the water cooler.
Thanks for adding your perspective, Patrick. Be well.
108 weeks ago
Mehul Kar:
All I have to say is that I don't like the phrase: "...will drop you like a bad habit"
It implies that people will drop bad habits easily and we ...MoreAll I have to say is that I don't like the phrase: "...will drop you like a bad habit"
It implies that people will drop bad habits easily and we all know that that is not true in the slightest.
:)
107 weeks ago
It implies that people will drop bad habits easily and we ...MoreAll I have to say is that I don't like the phrase: "...will drop you like a bad habit"
It implies that people will drop bad habits easily and we all know that that is not true in the slightest.
:)
107 weeks ago
TOP IDEA:
Lindsey Donner
The Secret to Getting the Job You Want - http://www.brazencareerist/2010/05/25/the-secret-to-getting-the-job-you-...
Kayla Zajec:
Well spoken...I like to embrace the idea of "I had the opportunity to go to work today" when asked how work was vs complaining about it!
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104 weeks ago
Lindsey Donner:
Thanks, Brianne, Mark, Demetra, and Kayla!
Brianne, I agree that the formal education only goes so far. Not that I would ever knock it; I loved ...MoreThanks, Brianne, Mark, Demetra, and Kayla!
Brianne, I agree that the formal education only goes so far. Not that I would ever knock it; I loved being in academia. In one way or another I'm a permanent college student.
However, there's nothing like "making it happen," as Mark put it. It involves every critical thinking skill we have, plus execution, which is harder to master - except by trial and error.
And amen, Kayla - that's the right attitude. I try to cultivate that. Not to say I never complain, but to say that I really love my job/s. Something about hard work is satisfying unto itself!
104 weeks ago
Brianne, I agree that the formal education only goes so far. Not that I would ever knock it; I loved ...MoreThanks, Brianne, Mark, Demetra, and Kayla!
Brianne, I agree that the formal education only goes so far. Not that I would ever knock it; I loved being in academia. In one way or another I'm a permanent college student.
However, there's nothing like "making it happen," as Mark put it. It involves every critical thinking skill we have, plus execution, which is harder to master - except by trial and error.
And amen, Kayla - that's the right attitude. I try to cultivate that. Not to say I never complain, but to say that I really love my job/s. Something about hard work is satisfying unto itself!
104 weeks ago
Danny J McElhinny
How Millennial are you? (I scored a 93) http://pewresearch.org/millennials/quiz/intro.php
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Ashley
With all the social networks out there, many of which we all use for professional networking (but none as good as Brazen, of course), how important is the profile picture? Do you use the same one across sites for branding purposes? We all can't hire a professional photographer, so how can we take the best amateur professional photo? In my opinion, it's super important.
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Edward Antrobus:
well, I've certainly seen identifiable information like phone numbers, addresses, and schools shared online with no thought of it.
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Kate Davids:
@JRandon42 and @Edward, I think that privacy is a continuum not a yes/no. If it were yes/no, then letting out a name and a face would include ...More@JRandon42 and @Edward, I think that privacy is a continuum not a yes/no. If it were yes/no, then letting out a name and a face would include letting out SSNs, but one does not necessarily lead to another. I think that older generations, as well as some Gen Ys to be fair, have a lower threshold on the privacy continuum, while others, like myself, share a lot but stop before giving away location data. Finally, there are people who just give away everything (we can debate whether or not they realize the ramifications of their actions or exactly how public their postings are another day). No one is wrong, but no one is right either because it's not a yes/no. It's a "how much."
46 weeks ago
46 weeks ago
Marc Scoleri
NING or Meetup or both? I want to create an offline community and events using a social networking resource to compliment www.creativeinterns.com and wanted the groups feedback on using either NING or Meetup or both?
47 weeks ago from Upstarts!
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Timothy Johnson III
Besides Citibank, do any other companies representatives actually monitor and respond to feedback on Brazen company fan pages?
Noel Rozny:
We have our myFootpath path, which I post to, reply to, and monitor!
MoreWe have our myFootpath path, which I post to, reply to, and monitor!
http://www.brazencareerist.com/myfootpath
46 weeks ago
MoreWe have our myFootpath path, which I post to, reply to, and monitor!
http://www.brazencareerist.com/myfootpath
46 weeks ago
JRandom42:
For the $345 billion they got from the government, you'd figure they'd not only be fully engaged, but providing everyone jobs for at least ...MoreFor the $345 billion they got from the government, you'd figure they'd not only be fully engaged, but providing everyone jobs for at least $100,000/yr.
46 weeks ago
46 weeks ago
Timothy Johnson III
Hi folks. I was curious if you use WooThemes templates on your self-hosted Wordpress blogs. If so, do you think you could lend me a hand? I downloaded the free theme, Typebased, and I have no idea how to changed the huge "Typebased" text at the top of the template. Here's the link to the theme: http://www.woothemes.com/2008/11/typebased/
Any help or input would be much appreciated. I'm looking forward to reading your feedback. Thanks!
47 weeks ago from Creatively Inspired, Brazen Bloggers, Blogging Ideas and Wordpress Bloggers2 more
Ben Donahower:
@edward check out fiverr.com and have someone make a log for you that's a .png with a transparent background
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Timothy Johnson III:
Hi everyone. Thanks for the advice/tools/solutions. You've all definitely pointed me in the right direction.
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TOP IDEA:
Jamie Nacht Farrell
I strongly believe it is clear that what society is missing are STRONG MENTORS in the more experienced generation; as well as companies not realizing how important mentorship is and making it a priority. What are your thoughts here? I contend that using mentoring programs will bridge our generation gaps. What do you think? Interesting convo already going on in blog; would love for the BC folks to jump in - http://bit.ly/cJEeU9
103 weeks ago from GenYJourney: Tips, Insights, Experiences For Young Professionals, I am Gen Y, Consultants R US and Entrepreneurs2 more
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William Bryan:
Mentoring and coaching are vital keys to success. For my professional business fraternity I am mentoring 3 individuals. We call this having a big ...MoreMentoring and coaching are vital keys to success. For my professional business fraternity I am mentoring 3 individuals. We call this having a big little relationship. I am the big and they are the littles. I have seen growth in myself and them. Plus I have a mentor and just coming to him with questions has helped me out soooo much. Asking about my future and how to weigh decisions.
96 weeks ago
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Jerry Clifford, Word Guru:
Mentors 4 Writers, emotional triggers for impact:
From Jane Friedman (MoreMentors 4 Writers, emotional triggers for impact:
From Jane Friedman (http://janefriedman.com/) on David Corbett, speaker:
...find mentors in other writers… If a work spoke to you in a personal way… (study the emotional triggers) Figure it out… Every miserable thing that happens...is great… write about it...enriches your material. 9/10 of courage is persistence… Don't be afraid of mistakes (in life and in writing)… certain themes that affect you deeply…Write about that...It's important. Full text on my blog site: http://wp.me/pXvyI-2g
96 weeks ago
From Jane Friedman (MoreMentors 4 Writers, emotional triggers for impact:
From Jane Friedman (http://janefriedman.com/) on David Corbett, speaker:
...find mentors in other writers… If a work spoke to you in a personal way… (study the emotional triggers) Figure it out… Every miserable thing that happens...is great… write about it...enriches your material. 9/10 of courage is persistence… Don't be afraid of mistakes (in life and in writing)… certain themes that affect you deeply…Write about that...It's important. Full text on my blog site: http://wp.me/pXvyI-2g
96 weeks ago
Corbin Haresnape
Sometimes desk jobs are not available. What is a fast, valuable skill (preferably computer skill), I can learn online? HTML? Professional Tweeting?
Elliot S. Volkman:
I beg to differ. I taught myself a few different Web development languages and held a job with the FAA developing their internal Web portal. It ...MoreI beg to differ. I taught myself a few different Web development languages and held a job with the FAA developing their internal Web portal. It was a multimedia role that required communications skills, and enough knowledge to support the Web team. Skills like these allow you to take on more than just a specific role. Broad skill sets are becoming the norm.
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JRandom42:
Web developement is very different from actual application or database developement. And while you can learn Java or PHP, it won't help you except ...MoreWeb developement is very different from actual application or database developement. And while you can learn Java or PHP, it won't help you except in the broadest sense, where the native environment is Visual Basic, C++, C# or something more exotic.
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