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TOP IDEA: Jenny Blake "Use what talents you possess: the woods would be very silent if no birds sang there except those that sang best." -Henry Van Dyke

110 weeks ago

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Jenny Blake: Hi Woody - thanks so much for the cupcake cheers! Big congrats on your book too :D
100 weeks ago
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Brittany Thompson I'm at a point in my career where I am considering relocating - but this would also involve having to find another job in a city that is even more competitive than the one I'm in now. I'm hesitant to leave my job without having something else lined up, but I feel like it would look better (and make it easier for me to find a job) if I already live in the city/state where I will be working. What do you recommend from a recruiter's perspective? Move, then apply - or try to find a job first?

75 weeks ago from Citi

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Brittany Thompson: Thanks for the advice, everyone!

@Kevin @Amy - I absolutely agree. I'm not the type of person who just jumps into things (especially when it ...MoreThanks for the advice, everyone!

@Kevin @Amy - I absolutely agree. I'm not the type of person who just jumps into things (especially when it comes to financial risks) so I've been very hesitant to just move somewhere without having something lined up. But I have been told in the past, as well as by several friends who have recently moved across country, that you stand a better chance of finding a job if you already live in the city where you are applying. Makes sense - but hopefully as I continue my search and keep networking I can find something without having to take that type of risk in this economy.

@Jennifer - that is excellent advice! I will definitely be sure to mention that in my cover letter and resume.

@Shana - It's a bit of both but mostly, there are parts of the world where I have always wanted to live and I would like to start working towards making those dreams happen. I'm with you in my hope that the current job market clears up soon. I've already been networking on Meetup.com, attending training classes in the cities I'm looking at, and joining professional web dev organizations online to continue networking. I definitely plan on doing that for a while - but I could certainly stand to do more!

Thanks again, everyone!
75 weeks ago
hassan: heyy, did u know job means Just Over Broke, get in business for your self, put in the few years of hard work and sale on the endeavors of you ...Moreheyy, did u know job means Just Over Broke, get in business for your self, put in the few years of hard work and sale on the endeavors of you seeds, read about me if u want
74 weeks ago
 
Caroline Ceniza-Levine How To Maintain Career Momentum During The Holidays http://bit.ly/h1OhTF

75 weeks ago from Ask A Coach

Dan Canedo: Great article, Caroline. I was always under the assumption that the end of the year is the wrong time to look for a job because no one is hiring.
75 weeks ago
Caroline Ceniza-Levine: That is such a myth! Glad I can help debunk it! If you haven't started your search at all, it's tough to get traction at the very end of ...MoreThat is such a myth! Glad I can help debunk it! If you haven't started your search at all, it's tough to get traction at the very end of December but if you already have met some people, December is a great time to push. I always hired a lot in the last 2 weeks trying to get people in for the new year.
75 weeks ago
 
Jani I'm still relatively new in building a career but I spend the majority of the time feeling like I'm not really getting anywhere. Is this a normal feeling when starting out or do I need to start seriously re-evaluating my career path? I'm incredibly right-brained (creativity is my middle name) and have found it hard to find (or create!) a career path that best uses my natural talent. Any advice?

76 weeks ago from Entry-Level Young Professionals

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Brian Vosburgh: I think it's a normal feeling period. Eight years ago I had 28 employees and things were booming. Now that company has 6 employees, not much of ...MoreI think it's a normal feeling period. Eight years ago I had 28 employees and things were booming. Now that company has 6 employees, not much of a future, and I'm "retooling" myself and am involved in a new startup in a completely different space. Have I "gotten anywhere"? Starting and restarting are tough, but as someone else said, the key is patience, keeping an open mind, and honestly re-evaluating your assumptions.
75 weeks ago
Elizabeth Marling: I think a lot of people on the forum can relate to this. Don't get discouraged, but don't ignore the feelings either. I think the modern ...MoreI think a lot of people on the forum can relate to this. Don't get discouraged, but don't ignore the feelings either. I think the modern workplace requires a combination of holding onto your dreams and ideas in the face of adversity and a realistic assessment of where you are now. Just because you are not ready to act on an idea doesn't mean you should give up. In the same vein, you shouldn't force yourself to choose between living 'the dream' today and giving up. Life isn't that simple. Just give yourself some time.
75 weeks ago
 
Mehul Kar I want to be able to favorite discussions! There's a few on here that I want to be able to refer back to. For example, I'm using one brazen discussion as a source for a paper for a class, and I wish I could just favorite it for easy access later..

75 weeks ago from Brazen Community Feedback

Andrew Shell: If you just click the date part that is a link to the url for that discussion (same as twitter). Then you can favorite that url.
75 weeks ago
Mehul Kar: I know I could bookmark them. I was thinking something more natively in the BC platform. Just a suggestion I guess. All is not lost without this ...MoreI know I could bookmark them. I was thinking something more natively in the BC platform. Just a suggestion I guess. All is not lost without this feature.
75 weeks ago
 
John Mattucci Before I thought my university education in Art wasn't going to help me out in the real world, I wasn't the top of my class... but slowly I'm seeing where it has developed me into a more articulate and informed person. Do they care that I went to university? Since EVERYONE has gotten post secondary educations somewhere. I'm just wondering how I portray my intangible knowledge from University to employers.

76 weeks ago from Personal Branding

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Kevin Li: Concrete examples are always good. Also, if you're into design and development, one could say an art degree is perfect. Most developers pick up ...MoreConcrete examples are always good. Also, if you're into design and development, one could say an art degree is perfect. Most developers pick up their skills outside of school and the art background lends itself very well to UI/UX work. If you can program too that's just gravy.
76 weeks ago
Cooper: It's only intangible until you apply it to something ( a project, research, a problem), and then it becomes an asset that can be perceived.
75 weeks ago
 
TOP IDEA: JenG I recently wrote a post on my blog talking about the importance of aptitude in choosing a career (http://su.pr/2t3FK2). But what about aptitude for leadership? We often hear the phrase "leaders are made, not born," but aptitudes suggest just the opposite. If we can accept some have more innate talent for sports or music, why not leadership? And more importantly, is this egalatarian mythology hurting our organizations?

105 weeks ago from Inspiring Leadership, Creating a Life You Love, Career Rocketeer and Ask Penelope Trunk!2 more

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Luke Lloyd: Jen I don't think all people abused by bad leaders turn out to be good leaders, in fact i think most grow to imitate past examples of bad ...MoreJen I don't think all people abused by bad leaders turn out to be good leaders, in fact i think most grow to imitate past examples of bad leadership, unfortunately most forget what it was like to be treated that way. The rest have amazing potential to be exceptional leaders.
I personally think being a good leader is being a servant to the team whilst being a servant to the greater goal. Double the work ;) Maybe lazy people are bad leaders? haha
90 weeks ago
Mark W.: @JRandom42 - I think you'll like this recent article - 'Under Pressure: Learning to be a Clutch Leader' - More@JRandom42 - I think you'll like this recent article - 'Under Pressure: Learning to be a Clutch Leader' - http://bit.ly/cjDveL .
There's links to the Harvard Business Review citing a new series about leadership lessons from the military.
80 weeks ago
 
Lindsay Browning Hi everyone! Lindsay here from Google Staffing in Dublin. I'll be hosting this page so really looking forward to plenty of discussions and content. This month Google was voted most reputable company in Ireland! http://bit.ly/9PQz3T What is it that makes a company reputable?

104 weeks ago from Google, u30pro, I am Gen Y, Professional Development and Employee Benefits3 more

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Steve Wright: Robin is right; it starts with people. Your managers, supervisors, and even your board of directors need to first think how to best serve their ...MoreRobin is right; it starts with people. Your managers, supervisors, and even your board of directors need to first think how to best serve their customers so that they are truly helping and appreciative. Second, they need to help and be appreciative of their employees.
102 weeks ago
Steve Wright: Google seems to excel in both of these areas
102 weeks ago
 
David Spinks Should young professional bloggers be writing as "experts" in their field? Obviously, they can't speak from experience.

104 weeks ago from Gen-Y Professional Bloggers

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Cameron Plommer: I think we should be based off not just our ideas - they are a time a dozen. Being able to create something and execute that idea is far more ...MoreI think we should be based off not just our ideas - they are a time a dozen. Being able to create something and execute that idea is far more meaningful.
104 weeks ago
Devon Hopkins: @Cameron, I was referring to the blogosphere specifically. But I agree that definitely that the ability to conceptualize an idea and then execute ...More@Cameron, I was referring to the blogosphere specifically. But I agree that definitely that the ability to conceptualize an idea and then execute it in the work place is by far the most important quality of any employee, Gen-Y or not.
104 weeks ago
 
Kerry I've been looking for a job for a little while now with no luck. A friend of mine keeps telling me it is because I live in northern NY and no one wants to take a chance on flying me anywhere for an interview. She keeps telling me that they won't take a risk on me because they have so many great local applications. She keeps suggesting that I pick a place I want to live and just move there. While it is feasible, is that the smartest thing for me to do?

104 weeks ago from Ask A Coach

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Caroline Ceniza-Levine: @Michael, I agree that services to alums are important, but I'm just reporting that I've seen a wide range in what schools offer with many not ...More@Michael, I agree that services to alums are important, but I'm just reporting that I've seen a wide range in what schools offer with many not having the staff set aside to provide the same level of career services that they do for current students.
104 weeks ago
Wanda: Good question Kerry and great points @michel and @aamer on checking out potential locations and areas with a natural need for your profession as ...MoreGood question Kerry and great points @michel and @aamer on checking out potential locations and areas with a natural need for your profession as well as looking at potential transferable skills needed in your locale.
104 weeks ago
 
JenG What do think: is the focus on STEM education and degrees overblown? Is it, as DARPA claims, a matter of national security? As both a scientist and writer, I tackle the subject here: http://su.pr/19kFEw

105 weeks ago from Education Conversations, Researcher & Scientists and Government and Public-Sector1 more

Wanda: Great post! I think as a nation we do need a core of people skilled in the sciences, in order to create things, solve problems and innovate. I ...MoreGreat post! I think as a nation we do need a core of people skilled in the sciences, in order to create things, solve problems and innovate. I don't think that this has to come from people in the university community (loved your mention of Ben Franklin), I don't think we as a society, tinker as much as people did in the past. I not sure we know how things work, even simple devices that we use every day.

This may be changing however, because studios have formed in my area (and others as well) where people can try out different mechanical and electronic devices and attend workshops on how they are work. Also, I believe in Mass., there is a group of people who support each other in "doing science" although they have no formal background.

A combination of formal and informal efforts would work best probably, since I am afraid that informal efforts wouldn't provide the capacity that we need or would want.
105 weeks ago
JenG: Wanda, You're absolutely right that we certainly need some scientists and engineers to do the heavy lifting. I nearly titled this post "The ...MoreWanda, You're absolutely right that we certainly need some scientists and engineers to do the heavy lifting. I nearly titled this post "The Return of the Apprentice," b/c I felt there was room to consider non-science and engineering majors in certain jobs that could just be trained up. I find it fascinating that many believe there is a natural overlap between those who study music and computer science (this place even offers a double major in the subject: http://su.pr/21wBsj). It goes back to that idea of attributes. So why limit certain tech jobs to just comp sci majors when building robots? How much more interesting to specifically look for music majors, and then teach them the tech stuff they need. I'm fascinated by this idea (if that's not obvious). LOL
105 weeks ago
 
Cameron Plommer What is the best business/personal development/professional development book you've ever read? I'd like to know your all-time favorite as well as the best book you've read that is 0-3 years old. Some of the new books that are my favorites are Making Ideas Happen, Rework, Switch and Linchpin. Two of my all-time favs are How To Win Friends and Good To Great

105 weeks ago from Book Shelf, Entrepreneurs, Professional Development and Personal Development2 more

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Mike Ambassador Bruny: All time favorite: Falls in the personal development is "The Power of Focus"

Career Development: "What Color is Your Parachute" <--helped me ...MoreAll time favorite: Falls in the personal development is "The Power of Focus"

Career Development: "What Color is Your Parachute" <--helped me get clear on what I have to offer the world and where I want to offer it. I picked it up when I was at a low point and have never looked back since.

@Kiran: I just finished reading, "Leadership and Self-Deception" very powerful stuff, have you read this book from the same authors that is the pre-quel?: "The Anatomy of Peace."


104 weeks ago
Mike Ambassador Bruny: @Cameron: I'm working on cliff notes as well. Rock on brother!
104 weeks ago
 
Sara Gallagher I've noticed that many of the job descriptions posted by Fortune 500 companies require previous experience with F500 orgs. Catch 22 aside, I'm wondering what employees of these companies gain in terms of knowledge and experience that is substantially different. I work directly for the CEO of a mid-sized business of about 150 employees. I think its likely that I have had more opportunities to grow by working in an environment where I have the ability to influence policies and decisions.

105 weeks ago from Career Rocketeer

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Kenji Crosland: People in F500 companies have a chance to develop highly specialized skills in a certain area. Whole teams are devoted to financial planning or ...MorePeople in F500 companies have a chance to develop highly specialized skills in a certain area. Whole teams are devoted to financial planning or brand management while in a 150 person company there might be just one financial planner who does other work as well. F500 often entails more specialization while mid-sized companies entails less. I've seen plenty of people jump from a mid-sized companies to F500 companies for more salary and prestige. I've also seen people move from F500 to mid-sized companies for greater breadth of responsibility and challenge. There's plenty of mingling going on.
105 weeks ago
Sara Gallagher: Kenji, that's comforting to know. I'm not too attached to the idea of working for a F500 (I love the creativity and "interdisciplinary" approach ...MoreKenji, that's comforting to know. I'm not too attached to the idea of working for a F500 (I love the creativity and "interdisciplinary" approach I'm able to take working for a more limber company) but I do like to keep my options open. Comforting to know that the line between the two is more fluid than the job descriptions I'm reading suggest.
105 weeks ago
 
Cameron Plommer I was going to make this question into a blog post, but I think it is better suited for discussion here. With the ease at which social media and the internet let's you speak with like-minded people are we creating bubbles of influence that only matter within our own small bubbles? Does this lead to stagnation of ideas and a lack of innovation in the long-run? What are you doing to get outside your bubble and connect with people not like you and that don't think the way you do?

105 weeks ago from Personal Development, Untemplater, GenYJourney: Tips, Insights, Experiences For Young Professionals and Gen-Y Professional Bloggers2 more

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J. Maureen Henderson: @Elizabeth - You raise a good question and one I think it would be interesting to discuss in its own thread - *Is* content still king? I've seen ...More@Elizabeth - You raise a good question and one I think it would be interesting to discuss in its own thread - *Is* content still king? I've seen multiple arguments (I know Copyblogger has tackled this more than once, but there are lots of other examples) that it's being supplanted/rivaled by context. And I'm inclined to agree - he who shouts loudest and promotes with the most savvy and reach gets heard and lauded, regardless of whether there or not there are 1001 other voices out there (online or off, in just about every industry) producing a better intellectual product and still toiling in obscurity.
104 weeks ago
Elizabeth Marling: @J.Maureen--I look at content online as synonymous with quality in any form of expression. I think the nature of online is so fast that the ...More@J.Maureen--I look at content online as synonymous with quality in any form of expression. I think the nature of online is so fast that the pendulum swing back and forth between content vs. strategy (marketing, etc) as driving traffic is more like a metronome. Given how fast it's ticking back and forth, the media that has solid content will succeed, I think. For that matter, the advertising and marketing with superior content will stick around, too--just look at television. Some of the ads are better than the programming.
104 weeks ago
 
TOP IDEA: Robin Mills After reading "The Dip", I've spent some time lately re-defining how failure fits into my life. I've been taught, either from family and friends or from media or society, that failure isn’t an option - that we must be good at everything we do or face being a“loser”, “unpopular” or “poor”. However, I have failed at a ton of things and am still standing….sometimes barely, but standing nonetheless. So I ask the question - is failure such a bad thing? What do you think?

105 weeks ago from Ask Penelope Trunk!, Career Changers, Brazen Careerists in New York City and The Modern Strategist2 more

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Tom Agler: Most of us are conditioned to set a goal and make it happen. The implication is if you work hard enough it will happen. Guess what? someone forgot ...MoreMost of us are conditioned to set a goal and make it happen. The implication is if you work hard enough it will happen. Guess what? someone forgot to talk about all the twists and turns along the way. Working hard and smart and being persistent will get you there, but it will not be a straight path. Go easy on yourself. Expect to have setbacks, but keep moving forward. Stop only when you are satisfied with where you have landed.

tomterrific.
104 weeks ago
Sara Gallagher: There is a great blog focused on just this concept...principlesoffailure.blogspot.com. It is written by a friend of mine who chairs the ...MoreThere is a great blog focused on just this concept...principlesoffailure.blogspot.com. It is written by a friend of mine who chairs the Leadership department at the Naval Academy. Another good person to check out is David Burkus. He puts together a publication called LeaderLab (leaderlab.org) and a personal blog (davidburkus.com) and speaks publicly about "How to Fail" to improve performance. Recently heard him speak about "How to Fail at Meetings." Was great info!
104 weeks ago
 
Penelope Trunk I am starting to feel like the slash job thing should focus on one career that is for money, and one career that is for self-exploration -- to figure out the next way to make money. I mean, no one is gonna do the same thing for 50 years. So, I am wondering if you guys think of a second career as exploratory or you think you need to make money from everything?

105 weeks ago from Slash Jobs

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Dan Higgins: My entire professional outlook is exploratory in nature. :) I have found, for my own motivation and personal development, to taking many ...MoreMy entire professional outlook is exploratory in nature. :) I have found, for my own motivation and personal development, to taking many sidesteps has been the best way to enjoy those long hours each day. There is an old saying, "Jack of all trades, master of none." I have challenged it and have come out very happy as a young professional. I can do whatever I want and be confident in my success.

Not for everybody, but the smorgasbord works!
105 weeks ago
Sabera (Kapasi) Photographer: Personally, if I am offering my professional services to someone, even as a side consulting project, I'd still want to be paid for it. Money is ...MorePersonally, if I am offering my professional services to someone, even as a side consulting project, I'd still want to be paid for it. Money is definitely a huge driver for me. Of course the opportunity to learn may change my mind on a case to case basis. But generally, I'd take up a slash career not only because it helps me nurture another interest, but also because it can potentially be an additional income source.
104 weeks ago
 
marci alboher How terrific to see this discussion on slash jobs. Since my book (One Person/Multiple Careers -- a/k/a that "slash book") came out in 2007, the job market went through a dramatic shift. And in the throes of the recession -- which we appear to be slowly emerging from -- many people contacted me to talk about slashing by necessity, not by choice. I think we returning to a time when people are choosing slash careers for all the reasons I talked about in my book.

106 weeks ago from Slash Jobs

Sabera (Kapasi) Photographer: THANK YOU for joining the network and commenting Marci! I haven't read your book (and will very soon) but I know that in a way, I slashed by ...MoreTHANK YOU for joining the network and commenting Marci! I haven't read your book (and will very soon) but I know that in a way, I slashed by necessity. I'm unemployed and will be in the conceivable future. The cooking business started because I had a huge chunk of my week free and needed a filler between my volunteering assignments. The idea had come up earlier but I never gave it enough thought as I was fairly optimistic back then about finding full-time work. Of course things haven't changed today. Except that I'm a lot happier doing this side business :-)
105 weeks ago
Wanda: Yes, great topic @sabera and thanks @marci for your columns on slash jobs and the book which put the phenomenon in perspective early on.

Its ...MoreYes, great topic @sabera and thanks @marci for your columns on slash jobs and the book which put the phenomenon in perspective early on.

Its ironic that this appears to be the way that people used to work in the early 20th century and before, and that as Barbara Moses, notes in her book Career Intelligence, it is only in the last 80 years or so that people depended on one job for their sole income.
105 weeks ago
 
Penelope Trunk I like this topic, Sabera. I think the key to making smooth career changes is to try out lots of new careers while doing the one you're getting paid for. Because when you want to change you need to have already done what you want to do. I have found in my life that I'm always doing two careers, and I am always changing that second one, trying to find the next thing I can be great at. I am thinking that if you're not doing two careers at once, at any given time, then you're headed for a dead end.

106 weeks ago from Slash Jobs

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Sabera (Kapasi) Photographer: Thanks for the support about the network Penelope! What you and @Jennifer say here really takes me back to my teen years. Like Jennifer, I get ...MoreThanks for the support about the network Penelope! What you and @Jennifer say here really takes me back to my teen years. Like Jennifer, I get bored very easily and as a result jumped hobbies and even intended college study paths in school pretty wildly, simply because there seemed to be too many things that interested me. The Indian culture and parenting environ doesn't encourage such behavior! :) After moving here, I've realized that pursuing multiple interests is a really doable and encouraged thing.

I love the point you make about knowing how to do something when you have to get down to doing it as a career. I can only hope that my cooking classes are prepping me for something bigger :)
105 weeks ago
Bryon Ownby: @Penelope, glad I'm not alone on this thought!!
105 weeks ago
 
Milena Thomas Wow - an innovative program at a Brooklyn hospital allows artists to earn "Health Care Credits" for health care in exchange for their time and talent through creating art programs to benefit other patients in recovery. http://badatsports.com/2010/brooklyn-hospital-takes-art-for-healthcare/ Thoughts?

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Wanda: Sounds really innovative @Milena, what a great way to begin to harness human capital and talent. I wondered whether this concept was scalable, but ...MoreSounds really innovative @Milena, what a great way to begin to harness human capital and talent. I wondered whether this concept was scalable, but even if it isn't it may cause other organizations to take a fresh look at payments and service.
106 weeks ago
 
Milena Thomas From a recent NY Times article, "Another [financial] reform high on the list [for Greece] is removing the state from the marketplace in crucial sectors like health care, transportation and energy and allowing private investment. Economists say that the liberalization of trucking routes — where a trucking license can cost up to $90,000 — and the health care industry would help bring down prices in these areas, which are among the highest in Europe." Will these ideas work?

106 weeks ago from Economics and Finance

Wanda: I don't believe that private investment is the answer unless it is structured in such a way that in reducing costs, for example, in health care; ...MoreI don't believe that private investment is the answer unless it is structured in such a way that in reducing costs, for example, in health care; coverage of vulnerable populations (like the elderly and chronically ill) are maintaines and accounted for.

Often the state will provide services that society wants, but that private shareholders wouldn't find econmically feasible.

Perhaps, the state can use "private investment" strategies to keep a watchful eye on costs, while still providing broad services. On the canadian public television program the agenda, such an effort was discussed where revenue freezes helped some of the provinces become more creative and entrepreneurial with their budgets.
106 weeks ago
Milena Thomas: @Wanda - yes, but Greece has no money. There is literally nothing left in the public kitty to pay for social services...
106 weeks ago
 
Jake LaCaze Although I'm not quite finished with this book, I feel that I have to go ahead and recommend this title: How To Stop Worrying And Start Living by Dale Carnegie. It was written in the '40's, but the wisdom between the covers is timeless and priceless. This is a book I'd recommend to anyone because we all have a tendency to waste our energy worrying about petty matters.

106 weeks ago from Book Shelf

Wanda: I think I read a bit of this book and it was helpful in providing strategies to keep things in perspective. I think it suggested that we ask ...MoreI think I read a bit of this book and it was helpful in providing strategies to keep things in perspective. I think it suggested that we ask ourselves what is the worst that can happen and after asking this we often find that a situation isn't as bad as we thought.
106 weeks ago
Jake LaCaze: In one part he suggests gathering the facts, asking yourself what's the worst that can happen, and then figuring out what you can do to move ...MoreIn one part he suggests gathering the facts, asking yourself what's the worst that can happen, and then figuring out what you can do to move forward. And as you said, many of the situations in the book didn't end nearly as badly as people expected. I tend to be a worrier but hope that this book will help me with my little problem.
106 weeks ago
 
TOP IDEA: Kim N. Campbell If someone who was unemployed had to pick one task to perform daily in order to get a job, what would that be? There is SO much out there on resume writing, twitter, blogging, informational interviewing. What creative job hunting technique do you think would give someone the best bang for their buck?

107 weeks ago from Ask Penelope Trunk!, Brazen Careerist's Top 50 Gen-Y Companies, Social Entrepreneurs, Upstarts! and Brazen Undergrads3 more

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Jessica Malnik: I couldn't agree more with Connie's comment. Put on a snazzy professional outfit that makes you feel confident. Choose one piece, whether it's a ...MoreI couldn't agree more with Connie's comment. Put on a snazzy professional outfit that makes you feel confident. Choose one piece, whether it's a belt, a great pair of heels or an amazing blouse that shows off your personality. When you feel confident and look great, you'll likely be more outgoing, approachable and ultimately successful in your job search.
103 weeks ago
Ankur Jain: If you're looking for a job, I'd say the best way to grad attention of potential employers is to make a list of 10 target companies that you would ...MoreIf you're looking for a job, I'd say the best way to grad attention of potential employers is to make a list of 10 target companies that you would want to work for, than start engaging employees via social media (blogs, twitter, etc)
101 weeks ago
 
Wanda Has anyone else been keeping track of the British election season? For the first time U.S. style televised debates were held among the candidates for prime minister. In a relatively short election cycle they have caused a great deal of excitement in British politics. Some say they emphasize superficial elements like who looks best on camera to the detriment of deep policy analysis and community canvassing as the candidates spend more time prepping for the debates. Any thoughts?

107 weeks ago from Global Careers and Business

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Lindsey: I've been watching the debates and interact with a lot of British people online and the debates have definitely interested them in a way that just ...MoreI've been watching the debates and interact with a lot of British people online and the debates have definitely interested them in a way that just the election wouldn't have done. However, they are definitely being influenced by what they see, not just what they hear (thus a lot of comparisons to the JFK/Nixon debate here in the US). It did give a big boost to a third party, though, which I believe would be good for British politics in general, if not for this particular election. It's also made a lot of them a bit more accepting of a hung parliament (which I think there has even been a few articles about).
107 weeks ago
Wanda: Yes Lindsey, on bbc radio yesterday several potential voters who, would be first time voters, on Thursday, believed that a hung parliament might ...MoreYes Lindsey, on bbc radio yesterday several potential voters who, would be first time voters, on Thursday, believed that a hung parliament might be in Britain's best interest.
107 weeks ago
 
Wanda I have found that I tend to jot questions that I'm interested in, topics that I'd like to explore etc on paper and over the years I've tried to put them in notebooks as time permitted. I am really just beginning to get them into blog form which I think serves as a more permanent vehicle to discuss ideas, record them and to share.

107 weeks ago from Blogging Ideas

Dain: I started doing the same thing. Recording my thoughts and ideas for blog posts and what not. I carry around a moleskine notebook so that any time ...MoreI started doing the same thing. Recording my thoughts and ideas for blog posts and what not. I carry around a moleskine notebook so that any time I have an idea I'll have my moleskine there with me to write it down. This has helped tons. Moleskines rock and I suggest them to anyone who is a writer, artist, blogger, entrepreneur, etc. Best of luck on yours!

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107 weeks ago
Wanda: Thanks Dain, I think I need to carry a notebook as well because too often my notes are on separate sheets before i compile them.
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