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Trace Cohen
Creativity Inspires - http://www.brazencareerist/2010/01/26/creativity-inspires
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Trace Cohen
Breaking The Social Norms #1: Favoritism - http://www.brazencareerist/2010/02/01/breaking-the-social-norms-1-favori...
JRandom42:
Trace, think of FEMA's response to Hurricane Katrina and what happened in New Orleans, Sept 1, 2005. And FEMA is the Federal Emergency Management ...MoreTrace, think of FEMA's response to Hurricane Katrina and what happened in New Orleans, Sept 1, 2005. And FEMA is the Federal Emergency Management Agency, and Michael Brown's previous occupation before being appointed Director, was managing Arabian Horse shows, and he was selected over several far more qualified candidates by President Bush.
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Trace Cohen:
Thank you for clarifying that, it is really an unfortunate turn of events. This is definitely an example of favoritism as he obviously knew the ...MoreThank you for clarifying that, it is really an unfortunate turn of events. This is definitely an example of favoritism as he obviously knew the right people and was in good favor. I will look more into this.
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120 weeks ago
TOP IDEA:
Trace Cohen
Focus Focus Focus: You Need a Target to Hit - http://www.brazencareerist/2010/02/18/focus-focus-focus-you-need-a-targe...
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Trace Cohen
The Generational, Technological Black Hole - http://www.brazencareerist/2010/02/23/the-generational-technological-bla...
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Trace Cohen
Common Sense Isn’t That Common - http://www.brazencareerist/2010/03/02/common-sense-isn-t-that-common
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Trace Cohen
10 Essential Principals of PR That I’ve Learned - http://www.brazencareerist/2010/08/17/10-essential-principals-of-pr-that...
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Trace Cohen
Everyone I Know Wants To Work For a Start-Up - http://www.brazencareerist/2010/08/09/everyone-i-know-wants-to-work-for-...
Cassandra Jowett:
I didn't know I wanted to work for a start-up until I started working for one. I had never given it any thought.
I suppose some people would see ...MoreI didn't know I wanted to work for a start-up until I started working for one. I had never given it any thought.
I suppose some people would see some of the things I experienced as negative, but I loved it.
During my first summer as an intern (two years ago now!!), three of us sat in one cubicle, back-to-back. We rented space from an accounting firm for the longest time and felt kind of uncomfortable because we were very start-up-y and Gen Y and they were...well...accountants.
When I came on as a full-time employee after graduating, my salary was small and we didn't have health benefits, but with a little bit of patience, that has changed significantly. As the company grows, so does my own career.
And I'm not a founder, so perhaps I don't have any of the fame or glory, but I know in my heart that I have helped build something amazing and successful and sustainable. And the founder of the company knows it too!
93 weeks ago
I suppose some people would see ...MoreI didn't know I wanted to work for a start-up until I started working for one. I had never given it any thought.
I suppose some people would see some of the things I experienced as negative, but I loved it.
During my first summer as an intern (two years ago now!!), three of us sat in one cubicle, back-to-back. We rented space from an accounting firm for the longest time and felt kind of uncomfortable because we were very start-up-y and Gen Y and they were...well...accountants.
When I came on as a full-time employee after graduating, my salary was small and we didn't have health benefits, but with a little bit of patience, that has changed significantly. As the company grows, so does my own career.
And I'm not a founder, so perhaps I don't have any of the fame or glory, but I know in my heart that I have helped build something amazing and successful and sustainable. And the founder of the company knows it too!
93 weeks ago
Trace Cohen:
@Cassandra
You are a great example of the perfect start-up employee. You have passion and determination that while you are not the founder, you ...More@Cassandra
You are a great example of the perfect start-up employee. You have passion and determination that while you are not the founder, you know that your work is meaningful and take pride in it.
93 weeks ago
You are a great example of the perfect start-up employee. You have passion and determination that while you are not the founder, you ...More@Cassandra
You are a great example of the perfect start-up employee. You have passion and determination that while you are not the founder, you know that your work is meaningful and take pride in it.
93 weeks ago
Ryan Healy
Looks like I've secured the #1 Google image result for "Ryan Healy" http://bit.ly/adFyj6 Right next to "Ryan the Irish Assassin Healy." Too bad I look like I'm 18 years old in that photo!
paulmacp:
Google page rank on my own personal name, is why I changed my personal domain from MoreGoogle page rank on my own personal name, is why I changed my personal domain from http://paulmacpherson.net to http://paulmacp.com. I have done this as part of my re-branding exercise (I call it Paul MacPherson 3.0). I am a few months in to this personal project. There was just too many "Paul MacPherson" out there, and some of them are really smart and have impressive web presences. So instead of competing Paul against Paul… I have evolved me (V3.0) into paulmacp. Where I have been able to secure paulmacp.com and paulmacp on twitter, facebook, linkedin, youtube... you get the idea.
Now I intend to build my brand around http://paulmacp.com as my central information hub and each of the social networks acting as a spoke coming out of my central brand, directing my reach, my message in to each of those clouds.
I am an aspiring author with a book due out in June and look at this as marketing infrastructure for the launch of the formal campaign once the book is available.
116 weeks ago
Now I intend to build my brand around http://paulmacp.com as my central information hub and each of the social networks acting as a spoke coming out of my central brand, directing my reach, my message in to each of those clouds.
I am an aspiring author with a book due out in June and look at this as marketing infrastructure for the launch of the formal campaign once the book is available.
116 weeks ago
Trace Cohen:
That is a great idea, hope the SEO and rebranding work out for you! Also best of luck on your soon to be best selling book.
115 weeks ago
115 weeks ago
Jeannie Chan
I'm considering rebranding my blog. Previously was JeannieChan.com. I'm trying out CuriousMarketeer.com. I thought it'd allow me to continue to build the blog, while maintain flexibility for my name's domain name... good or bad move from a personal branding POV? thoughts?
Russell Allert:
Welcome, Jon. By "Hub" I mean a central site that allows people to not only find you, but find out what you are doing. It's not really a resume in ...MoreWelcome, Jon. By "Hub" I mean a central site that allows people to not only find you, but find out what you are doing. It's not really a resume in the traditional sense, but it crosses over into that. Some great examples are: www.dannychoo.com and www.paulstamatiou.com - both of these websites, while focusing on various topics give a reader an immediate sense of who they are and what they are experts at/passionate about. www.alexking.org is another, albeit different, example. Hope that helps!
119 weeks ago
119 weeks ago
Jeannie Chan:
Thanks for all the idea. Right now, it'll all redirect... so I think that may work okay for now. I am going with CuriousMarketeer.com! I think ...MoreThanks for all the idea. Right now, it'll all redirect... so I think that may work okay for now. I am going with CuriousMarketeer.com! I think it communicates more clearly what the blog is about. Check it out if you have time!
119 weeks ago
119 weeks ago
Zack Zaban
Quick question to all you Brazen folks regarding Personal Branding.
The other day, I was speaking with a friend during a class and we discussed transparency in social media. He said that you should have your Facebook/Twitter accounts open for everyone to see. I, however, said that users have the right to choose what content they put up on social media sites.
So, my question: to have a successful personal brand, do you need to have complete transparency across different social media platforms?
Trace Cohen:
Transparency is in the eyes of the beholder. Your brand does not depend on whether or not you protect your tweets or make your Facebook private, ...MoreTransparency is in the eyes of the beholder. Your brand does not depend on whether or not you protect your tweets or make your Facebook private, it revolves around the fact that you deliver value to your readers/viewers in a consistent manner. That could mean 1 or 1,000,000 people depending on your goals and milestones.
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Isao Kato:
I believe we should draw lines to protect not only ourselves but also people important to us, but lately looks like the trend is moving on to ...MoreI believe we should draw lines to protect not only ourselves but also people important to us, but lately looks like the trend is moving on to "publish everything first, then decide which to hide" - if that's the way, we need to adapt our thinking not only our behavior... from TechCrunch:
http://www.techcrunch.com/2009/12/30/we-all-live-in-public/
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http://www.techcrunch.com/2009/12/30/we-all-live-in-public/
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Dan Schawbel
42% of Americans Google themselves now (http://bit.ly/cpucyS) - this number seems very low
Melissa Breau:
@Neal - very interesting to hear. I wonder if those results would be different in different cities? I know here in NY that would be significantly ...More@Neal - very interesting to hear. I wonder if those results would be different in different cities? I know here in NY that would be significantly higher - I've sat in on some of those conversations. Perhaps because so many NYers are in media?
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Neal Schaffer:
@Melissa Indeed, it could be that L.A. is behind in the Social Media Divide. I agree that NY and SF reaction would have been different (I would ...More@Melissa Indeed, it could be that L.A. is behind in the Social Media Divide. I agree that NY and SF reaction would have been different (I would hope!).
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Patrick Ambron
IS BLOGGING WORTH IT? Blogging is time consuming and is difficult to attract readers? Are these the only measures of success? What has been your experience with blogging? What goals does it help you with? We've sparked a good debate via our last blog post and twitter. Check out original top here if youu'd like. http://su.pr/1k0BpG
Elisabeth Ericson:
With the caveat that I'm in college and not yet active in any professional field-- I don't primarily consider blogging a marketing tool. I blog ...MoreWith the caveat that I'm in college and not yet active in any professional field-- I don't primarily consider blogging a marketing tool. I blog because it helps me refine my views in a way that thinking or talking about them more amorphously doesn't; because it pushes me to improve the style and concision of my writing; and because it forces me to really examine my beliefs, articulate them, and then to stand behind them. It's definitely made me more assertive and unafraid to state opinions.
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Elisabeth Ericson:
That said, as someone who is still very much learning about my (would-be) field, I think the opportunities for dialogue and intellectual exchange ...MoreThat said, as someone who is still very much learning about my (would-be) field, I think the opportunities for dialogue and intellectual exchange are absolutely invaluable.
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123 weeks ago
Hey guys, I'm brand new to Brazen, glad to be here. :)
Been looking for some critical feedback for an "unorthodox" job/branding project I'm in the middle of:
http://www.heyhubspot.com/
Three days ago, I started the blog to get the attention of an online marketing startup that I'm looking to work for. The plan worked! I spoke with the founders, and now I have two weeks to "show them what I got."
Would love some hard, honest feedback. Has anyone done anything similar?
Jeannie Chan:
As for your question about what attracts me. I'm about soundbites, esp. if I'm glancing at twitter. If you could do surveys somehow and post ...MoreAs for your question about what attracts me. I'm about soundbites, esp. if I'm glancing at twitter. If you could do surveys somehow and post some cool stats about X% of such population believes this. This could have such implications for mktrs to this particular pop. this way. Once again, kinda number focused, but I think that's okay. There are very few original ideas anymore without original research. It'll just sound like you're writing about something someone else wrote about.
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Marian Schembari:
Suggestion: Don't just blog. Spend more time tweeting. Follow more people, RT, ask questions, be a part of that community. I got a couple ...MoreSuggestion: Don't just blog. Spend more time tweeting. Follow more people, RT, ask questions, be a part of that community. I got a couple interviews and some freelance work just from my Twitter community (which led to the blog of course). I'd also consider Facebook advertisements. That way you can target people at Hubspot specifically. Here's an example: http://marianlibrarian.com/2009/08/13/the-ad/
Good luck! I have no doubt you're going to rock this shit.
123 weeks ago
Good luck! I have no doubt you're going to rock this shit.
123 weeks ago
Patrick Ambron
@christina That's the same problem many younger professionals face. Your best bet is to position all your experience so it is relevant for the job at hand. We often tell recent grads that they should describe their roles and responsibilities for specific projects they completed.
Another great way to combat inexperience is to have a supplemental blog/website. You may not have been working in the industry for years, but at least you are a continual learner with thoughts about the field.
Jeannie Chan:
From another Brazen forum, I wonder if recruiters really take that much time to research a candidate. That means, I don't know if they really ...MoreFrom another Brazen forum, I wonder if recruiters really take that much time to research a candidate. That means, I don't know if they really read all the blogs that's out there. You still have to be able to be found in traditional manners (e.g. job boards). But, I think it really helps to have a blog to show that you have interest. Also, own that 1st place on Google search for your name I would believe is most helpful.
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Kim N. Campbell:
I think starting bloggers all have problems with regularity. T key for me is allotting some time every day to work on a post. I also use the ...MoreI think starting bloggers all have problems with regularity. T key for me is allotting some time every day to work on a post. I also use the wordpress app on my phone to put down different ideas I have for posts so when I'm ready to write it comes a little easier.
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Joshua Waldman
I am interviewing Hal Thomas, who got a job using a combo of Twitter and blogging. He tells a great personal branding story. It is tomorrow (Jan 4th, 12pm est) In case you miss it, I'll try to have a recording: http://guide2socialmedia.net/social-media-job-seeking/creative-job-seeki...
Janet Brent:
I missed it but I'm very interested on the topic! I got my current gig through twitter as well so it's great to connect to other people that have ...MoreI missed it but I'm very interested on the topic! I got my current gig through twitter as well so it's great to connect to other people that have done the same!
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Trace Cohen
If you're new please don't be shy and introduce yourself! Give us your personal branding statement!
Trace Cohen
Al Johnson - I apologize for deleting your last comment but it was the second time that you posted something that advertises yourself and does not add value. Please do not do it again.
Russell Allert
Hi All! I am looking forward to 2010 as one of the main things I will be concentrating on is building my brand online (and off). Glad to see so many other people interested in this as well. Feel free to contact me and say hi.
Russell Allert:
Thanks for the tip Trace. I have to agree with you about the distinct brands - it is hard to seperate - so I am not sure that I will be seperating ...MoreThanks for the tip Trace. I have to agree with you about the distinct brands - it is hard to seperate - so I am not sure that I will be seperating them all that much. I believe that what you are what you do, so building yourself up around your business focus is a good idea. It lends credibility to your business if you take ownership of it.
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Trace Cohen:
That's what I will do with my next company, build it around MY brand for a more personal professional feel because people like working with people ...MoreThat's what I will do with my next company, build it around MY brand for a more personal professional feel because people like working with people and not robots! Good luck!
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Chris(tina) Brady
Can perceived age ruin your personal brand? I've been trying to find a job since August, and despite doing more-or-less everything correctly, I cannot even secure an interview. I'm not as young as I look, but people tend to want to peg me as under 21. In fact, at the place I'm temping, the job I'm doing was recently filled by someone younger than me who has less experience, but looks older. (And I was not ever given the opportunity to interview due to a lack of experience.)
Ashley Nicole Campbell:
I have run into a similar problem in my career. I work for a professional women's association and a big part of my job is to provide professional ...MoreI have run into a similar problem in my career. I work for a professional women's association and a big part of my job is to provide professional development for women, but my age is constantly preventing older women from taking me seriously. I may only be 24, but I am certainly qualified to do my job well. One woman once asked me at a conference if I was old enough to drink! I wish I had some sound advice for you, but all I can say is keep trying and someone is bound to see your qualifications!
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Trace Cohen:
That's very interesting and something that I have battled with in the past. I started my own company 2 years ago and I made the conscious decision ...MoreThat's very interesting and something that I have battled with in the past. I started my own company 2 years ago and I made the conscious decision to not give up my age until asked. I had to prove myself - on and offline - beyond a reasonable doubt to make sure that my age wouldn't make them question me but actually amaze them. Now when they hear that I'm 21 I get a "woh" besides *rolling the years*. Impress the hell out of them!
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Patrick Ambron
What is the most difficult aspect of personal branding for everyone? Defining your values and career goals? Creating/building content that communicates those values? Makings sure your brand is visible, both in search engines and within social media? Interested to know where others are struggling
Jeannie Chan:
Reading Outlier, and it appears that specialty is more often than not something that ppl fall into. It's not necessarily planned out. You're ...MoreReading Outlier, and it appears that specialty is more often than not something that ppl fall into. It's not necessarily planned out. You're most likely be able to fall into just by following your passion. The other thing that I think us young folks don't do well is to "stick". We are tempted by new opportunities or wonder if the grass is greener on the other side. "I like this, but maybe I should try that." Stop thinking about the try that is hard for the young & eager, but that's focus.
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126 weeks ago
Trace Cohen:
Most of the responses here seem to stem from the fact that most people don't want to commit to a certain label which is understandable. It is hard ...MoreMost of the responses here seem to stem from the fact that most people don't want to commit to a certain label which is understandable. It is hard to define yourself in a few words when you're a jack-of-all-trades and can do more than what you can brand yourself for. The problem is that no one wants to limit themselves to just a few things, which is a problem I have been faced with as well. Kind of the all or nothing, go big or go home approach.
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125 weeks ago
Trace Cohen
I apologize to everyone for not being as active lately because of my school commitments and finals. With that being said, I want to pose a question that you might have already answered.
What are your new years resolutions for 2010!?
Everyone here will be your witness and hold you accountable to it to help!
Kim N. Campbell:
You know what, I don't really do a list of resolutions at the beginning of the year. I find it's constrictive and doesn't work with this current ...MoreYou know what, I don't really do a list of resolutions at the beginning of the year. I find it's constrictive and doesn't work with this current phase of experimentation I'm in right now. I set intentions instead, and try to envision what I want this year to feel like. Then I chart my goals as I go along. *shrug*
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Mike Ambassador Bruny:
@Kim: Nice. Got to do what works for you.
As for me, I've defined Resolutions as something you stop doing by March. I use this time to revisit ...More@Kim: Nice. Got to do what works for you.
As for me, I've defined Resolutions as something you stop doing by March. I use this time to revisit my values (Clarity,Creativity,Harmony,Possibilities,Preparation,Positive,Structure) and then create goals from there. I'm still working it Trace. I'll tell helping more folks with my coaching business is right up there.
Your Ambassador,
Bruny
126 weeks ago
As for me, I've defined Resolutions as something you stop doing by March. I use this time to revisit ...More@Kim: Nice. Got to do what works for you.
As for me, I've defined Resolutions as something you stop doing by March. I use this time to revisit my values (Clarity,Creativity,Harmony,Possibilities,Preparation,Positive,Structure) and then create goals from there. I'm still working it Trace. I'll tell helping more folks with my coaching business is right up there.
Your Ambassador,
Bruny
126 weeks ago
Jim Parker
Is anyone familiar with some ways in which a candidate for grad school can highlight their writing/analytical skills and professional strengths through personal branding?
A few have suggested a simple dotcom with a face picture, writing sample(s) and resume, but I haven't heard feedback of this approach or seen examples.
If you know of any worth noting, please share them with us. Thank you.
Josh Allan Dykstra:
Hey James - great thoughts here. Definitely agree that a simple central homepage like Zak's is a nice touch (mine is at MoreHey James - great thoughts here. Definitely agree that a simple central homepage like Zak's is a nice touch (mine is at http://joshallan.com) and that Dan Schawbel has some good things to say on this topic. My only real addition is to keep in mind that EVERYTHING you put online is going to become part of your "brand," so make sure (to the best of your ability) that a search for you turns up the results you'd want someone to see!
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Anyone participating online, be it a blog, facebook/myspace page or iMix, they are generating their online brand. Google someone and all sorts of ...MoreAnyone participating online, be it a blog, facebook/myspace page or iMix, they are generating their online brand. Google someone and all sorts of things show up, often without the intended context, especially as stigmas develop around some social networking sites. A personal website provides that context and actively forms your brand. However simple it is, and simpler's often better, a personal site is a good step towards clarifying your online brand. Josh, your site is a good example.
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Coach Al Johnson
Hi everyone! I'm new to the site.
Visit my blog @ www.CoachAlJohnson.com.
The Young Professional Leader Lounge is dedicated to helping you take ownership, take charge, and take YOUR career to the next level! Written by yours truly (Millennial & Gen Y Leadership & Career Ownership Coach), the blog will feature inspirational quotes, leadership qualities, and practical coaching tips to accelerate success early in your career.
You can also follow me @CoachAlJohnson on Twitter!
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Jim:
New to BC as of this morning. I was not aware of the real-time emails until after the fact. Not a fan of SPAM myself and can see how what I ...MoreJim:
New to BC as of this morning. I was not aware of the real-time emails until after the fact. Not a fan of SPAM myself and can see how what I did may be taken as such with multiple inbox messages. Will certainly revise moving forward. Thanks for the comment/concern.
127 weeks ago
New to BC as of this morning. I was not aware of the real-time emails until after the fact. Not a fan of SPAM myself and can see how what I ...MoreJim:
New to BC as of this morning. I was not aware of the real-time emails until after the fact. Not a fan of SPAM myself and can see how what I did may be taken as such with multiple inbox messages. Will certainly revise moving forward. Thanks for the comment/concern.
127 weeks ago
Trace Cohen:
Thank you for being considerate of others. Most of the conversations here are to help and inspire others. I have no problem with one advocate ...MoreThank you for being considerate of others. Most of the conversations here are to help and inspire others. I have no problem with one advocate themselves as long as it can benefit everyone else in the group.
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126 weeks ago
Kim N. Campbell
A lot of the discussion about personal branding has to do with establishing your brand online but what are some strategies you guys would suggest for leveraging your social networks into face to face relationships?
Trace Cohen:
That is great advice. Meeting face to face is a great way to solidify your personal brand online. I would recommend trying to start a tweetup or ...MoreThat is great advice. Meeting face to face is a great way to solidify your personal brand online. I would recommend trying to start a tweetup or meetup in your area.
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Jeannie Chan:
I've been thinking about the same question... I'm thinking about attending trade conference. But expenses for that is not a trivial issue
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