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Z. Kelly Queijo Smart College Visit has marketing internships available for spring semester. Our focus is on travel to visit college campuses for college-bound teens and their families. If you're enrolled in a 4-year, undergraduate program and are interested in learning more about our Campus Rep program, read more here - we'd love to talk with you!: http://www.smartcollegevisit.com/2011/10/smart-college-visit-internship-...

29 weeks ago from Brazen Undergrads

Z. Kelly Queijo What do you wish you had known about the college you chose before you enrolled? Could you have found this out on a college visit?

52 weeks ago

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91 weeks ago

Z. Kelly Queijo A BIG thank you to Brazen Undergrads - two Brazen undergrads are freelancing with SmartCollegeVisit! Check out their recent posts: "Where'd They Go to School: U. S. First Ladies" by @emilysaramoore - http://bit.ly/9QSRYH and "I’m a Proud Terrier: a Boston University Story" - by @chelsmerget - http://bit.ly/cZQbD7

104 weeks ago from Brazen Undergrads

Tariq West What does "starving college student" mean? It's a recurring motif in American culture, but I've never quite understood it. I understand that it reflects some realities around the struggles that college students face, but there's more to it than that. Among other things, it's seems to be about the experience of privilege in parental households and the contrast between that and some college experiences. To be a "starving college student" did you have to be a well-fed, pampered high-school student?

105 weeks ago from Education, Brazen Undergrads and I am Gen Y 1 more

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JR Moreau: I think this phrase goes for A) the college kid (or adult) who puts him or herself through college with their own money or loans or B) a college ...MoreI think this phrase goes for A) the college kid (or adult) who puts him or herself through college with their own money or loans or B) a college goer whose parents paid for their education and offer a small stipend, but also leave all that support contingent on excellent grades and their investment (their child) spending their time and money wisely.

104 weeks ago

Michelle Barbeau: I think the starving college student is somewhat literal. I was so broke in college I ate top ramen and oatmeal daily. =) But I think that's what ...MoreI think the starving college student is somewhat literal. I was so broke in college I ate top ramen and oatmeal daily. =) But I think that's what makes us appreciate the real world afterward. Obviously, if you have a wealthy family, you may never fit this stereotype.
104 weeks ago

Z. Kelly Queijo SmartCollegeVisit wins First Place in Business Concept Competition: http://bit.ly/aXG9y As a start-up, it's terrific to have access to a network of business advisors. I encourage all start-ups to seek out business accelerator/incubator services and networks!

110 weeks ago from Entrepreneurs

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Bruce Cotting: Congratulations on your award, and thanks for sharing your success! It's refreshing to hear that hard work pays off, and from a personal ...MoreCongratulations on your award, and thanks for sharing your success! It's refreshing to hear that hard work pays off, and from a personal perspective, my college-bound rising senior will be getting a lot of use out of your site:-)
110 weeks ago

Z. Kelly Queijo: Thank you, Bruce! I welcome guest posts from parents or their teens (with parents' permission) about their college visit experiences. I also ...MoreThank you, Bruce! I welcome guest posts from parents or their teens (with parents' permission) about their college visit experiences. I also interview parents for their stories for the "parent-to-parent" section. Do you have a story to tell yet??
110 weeks ago

Chelsea Merget Hey everyone. I'm looking for an intern position anywhere in the LA area for the summer. Currently a BU rising junior majoring in PR and psychology. I'm a bubbly, hard-working person and I would be honored to gain any experience at all in the PR field.

113 weeks ago from PR & New Media

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julie houta: I just moved there actually. Don't know if I will stay after the summer or go back to Boston. For the internship search, always consider the ...MoreI just moved there actually. Don't know if I will stay after the summer or go back to Boston. For the internship search, always consider the distance to where you live! It can take up to 2 hours in traffic to go from south bay to west hollywood. Keep me posted!
109 weeks ago

Chelsea Merget: Yeah I actually got two internships for the summer. One is online, so distance isn't a big deal and one is on Wilshire & La Brea. I think ...MoreYeah I actually got two internships for the summer. One is online, so distance isn't a big deal and one is on Wilshire & La Brea. I think I'm going to be living in the BU apts. offered for their abroad students. I got approval to live there since I am a BU student. So commuting is taken care of. Thanks for the help :)
109 weeks ago

Stanley Lee My recent post about switching college majors may be of interest for any of your friends going through this process: http://blog.sysil.com/?p=322

114 weeks ago from Brazen Undergrads

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Zack Zaban: I went through changing my majors a few years ago. Originally, I was a marketing major but, after a few courses in UW's journalism school, I found ...MoreI went through changing my majors a few years ago. Originally, I was a marketing major but, after a few courses in UW's journalism school, I found that my passion was in advertising and public relations.

I love my major and have no regrets or hesitation about my decision.
113 weeks ago

Nidal: Great article stanley.

I changed Major 3 times, Twice in one year, and once the year after. I did this in my first year of uni, One of the ...MoreGreat article stanley.

I changed Major 3 times, Twice in one year, and once the year after. I did this in my first year of uni, One of the greatest choices i made. It is a waste of life to go into a major youre not passionate about, Or you think that it wont benefit you personally in the future. The weird thing is, now that i graduated and started working in my field, i realized that i want to change careers into something else. I have a B.Comm specializing in IT managemeent. B.comm is the best, ITM wasn't a good idea though.

I realized that the skills i Excel at, the ones i developped during my extra curricular activites in uni. are ones which have nothing to do with IT. so now i want to Utilize those skills and develop them.

Have you at any time decided to change fields "after" graduating from a related program?
113 weeks ago

Z. Kelly Queijo March is College Movie Madness on our site! Do you have a favorite college movie? Comments to post are welcome! http://bit.ly/cxXiA6

114 weeks ago

Z. Kelly Queijo An Invitation to Entrepreneurs from DayOne Ventures (http://bit.ly/9g2NvP) “Hundreds of technology entrepreneurs are alive and well and thriving in Blacksburg, Virginia. But this town is one of the best kept secrets in the start-up world. DayOne Ventures aims to change that by inviting the brightest and best from anywhere to come here and join the party.”

114 weeks ago from Entrepreneurs

Zack Zaban Any students caught up in group projects for their classes? Right now I'm working with a team of 5 other students in one course to create a campaign strategy and analyzing the business model of a Subway location for another. Has anyone used social media/tech innovation to make communicating easier? A lot of my groups email and use Doodle (http://doodle.com) to coordinate. Also, some people use Facebook, although I am not a huge fan of coordinating study sessions through FB.

115 weeks ago from Brazen Undergrads, PR & New Media and Advertising Professionals 1 more

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Christina: Zack- I am a college student my self and constantly work with others to complete assigned tasks (both in the work force and school) I have used ...MoreZack- I am a college student my self and constantly work with others to complete assigned tasks (both in the work force and school) I have used facebook quite often to form study sessions and to work out group assignments. I think it makes the communication much easier, you get everything out to everyone in one click! gotta love it! I haven't seen doodle yet but will have to check it out. I know some universities are actually using sites such as twitter in the class room to foster more discussion in the class.
115 weeks ago

Alison Rayner: All semester I've been using drop.io with groups. It's got some pretty cool features like the ability to call in a voicemail to the site for ...MoreAll semester I've been using drop.io with groups. It's got some pretty cool features like the ability to call in a voicemail to the site for others to check. We use it to share work/files as well as to post notes. It's great for accountability.
110 weeks ago

Z. Kelly Queijo To those of you who are still undergrads, GMU and Tufts now accept college video admissions application essays (http://bit.ly/abNGKr). What do you think? Does building your brand to stand out among thousands of others begin with your admissions app? Would you have submitted a video if the schools you applied to accepted videos with the app?

117 weeks ago from Brazen Undergrads

Emily Moore: Video applications are a way to demonstrate skills that you couldn't put on a written application, like "I have excellent public speaking skills, ...MoreVideo applications are a way to demonstrate skills that you couldn't put on a written application, like "I have excellent public speaking skills, as well as poise and confidence."
I think that sort of opportunity should especially be taken advantage of by media communication students.
117 weeks ago

Zack Zaban Hey Undergrads, I read an article yesterday in the NYT about Tufts allowing prospective students to use a YouTube video in their college applications. This got me thinking: how have you used a form of social media to express yourself/your identity in a way that traditional media simply could not facilitate? Link to NYT article: http://www.nytimes.com/2010/02/23/education/23tufts.html

117 weeks ago from Brazen Undergrads

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Emily Moore: We were just talking about this (sort of) in the YPW group about how to demonstrate different skills that you can't put on a resume.

I think an ...MoreWe were just talking about this (sort of) in the YPW group about how to demonstrate different skills that you can't put on a resume.

I think an online portfolio is an excellent example of this. I know a lot of photographers that use it, and writers are starting to get involved. When it comes to social media marketing or a similar career field, I think wired portfolios are going to be standard.
117 weeks ago

Z. Kelly Queijo: If you were to submit a video with your app, would you want it posted to YouTube?
117 weeks ago

Ed Barrientos Does anyone have a linguistic pet peeve? Mine is the use of "irregardless" I hear this non-stop in the business community...This is not real word! http://su.pr/2pfjBF

117 weeks ago from Washington D.C.

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Jay Hepner: Kate, There's got to be a word that means changing word choice midphrase.

If not, we should make one up. How 'bout "stiction," a combination of ...MoreKate, There's got to be a word that means changing word choice midphrase.

If not, we should make one up. How 'bout "stiction," a combination of stammering and diction?
116 weeks ago

kate: Jay, great plan! though, you get credit when it shows up on this list :) if only 'might-could' were a mid-phrase change!
116 weeks ago

Emily Moore Hey Ya'll, what experience have you guys had with internships? I'm currently working at my second internship in Washington, DC, and am trying to figure out my summer plans, which should be exciting!

117 weeks ago from Brazen Undergrads

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Ryan Paugh: Yep, that's right! I don't think that I've ever asked a potential employee at Brazen Careerist for a resume either. I ask them if they have a blog ...MoreYep, that's right! I don't think that I've ever asked a potential employee at Brazen Careerist for a resume either. I ask them if they have a blog first :)
117 weeks ago

Stanley Lee: Actually it occurred to someone I know in a Toastmasters club that I belong to. When being asked if she has a blog in an interview, she blanked ...MoreActually it occurred to someone I know in a Toastmasters club that I belong to. When being asked if she has a blog in an interview, she blanked and didn't get the position (not a surprise). Since then, she has started a blog and maintained it as consistently as possible.
117 weeks ago

Lori Fagerholm Freelancers and whoever wants to weigh in: What goes into new client solicitation letter? I created a database of local doggie daycares whose clients might like my pet portrait paintings. I want to write a short, friendly note introducing myself and offering more info. I've always gotten my design clients through either word of mouth or Craigslist, etc. This is the first time I'm trying to market a particular product to a group of people. Anyone written a letter like this? Thanks, y'all.

118 weeks ago from Freelancing

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Z. Kelly Queijo: I have a relative who has a similar business. Here's her web site: MoreI have a relative who has a similar business. Here's her web site: http://www.crazydoglady.com/ She puts pet images on quilts. You may want to contact her about how she got started marketing her business.
117 weeks ago

Lori Fagerholm: Very cool, Z! (Or Kelly? How do you like to be addressed?) I like the quilting idea. Every business needs a unique angle, and she's definitely ...MoreVery cool, Z! (Or Kelly? How do you like to be addressed?) I like the quilting idea. Every business needs a unique angle, and she's definitely found hers. Inspiring! I will contact her, if you think that's okay. Excellent advice about the flyers, too. Thanks.
116 weeks ago

Vanessa Alvarado I'm curious: Who here uses YouTube for Social Media Marketing? If you do, what do you do to make a vanilla topic exciting and watchable without sacrificing the integrity of your company?

121 weeks ago from Social Media Marketers

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Stephen Debruyn: Vanessa: I assume you know the Will it Blend videos (MoreVanessa: I assume you know the Will it Blend videos (http://www.blendtec.com/willitblend/). That's a case study example of a bland product company (industrial blenders) whose videos went viral in a big way. Not everyone is that lucky, though...
121 weeks ago

Vanessa Alvarado: Those videos definitely inspire. Anyone else have good examples and case studies? Keep 'em coming!
121 weeks ago

Z. Kelly Queijo Always a pleasure to interview and write about successful entrepreneurs. Pat Matthews, now GM for Rackspace Email & Apps division says he always knew what he started 10 years ago would be successful. His company merged with Rackspace in 2007. RackApps has won recognition for outstanding, make that fanatical customer support. http://bit.ly/69m3ZZ

122 weeks ago from Entrepreneurs

Z. Kelly Queijo Hi, everyone! I freelance for Handshake 2.0 and they're always looking for content creators. Here's the link to their jobs section: http://www.handshake20.com/jobs.html

122 weeks ago from Hire A Freelancer

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Emily Moore: Thanks! Have you enjoyed writing with them?
117 weeks ago

Susan Johnston: I realize this post is pretty old, but I came upon this thread, and I'm curious how much Handshake 2.0 pays? It mentions pay on the jobs page, but ...MoreI realize this post is pretty old, but I came upon this thread, and I'm curious how much Handshake 2.0 pays? It mentions pay on the jobs page, but doesn't specify what the typical rates are.
103 weeks ago

Z. Kelly Queijo Great idea for a forum, Sam! At what point does a sole proprietor decide it's time to become a corporation?

122 weeks ago from Ask an Attorney!

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Sam Wayne: I hope that helped!
122 weeks ago

Sam Wayne: Hi Kelly,

Following up, I think I should have mentioned that another option available to sole proprietors (and highly recommended) is the LLC, ...MoreHi Kelly,

Following up, I think I should have mentioned that another option available to sole proprietors (and highly recommended) is the LLC, or limited liability company. The LLC protects your personal assets, but does not require nearly the level of formality that the corporate form does. Generally, a separate bank account and ledger should do. The LLC does not have the tax advantage I mentioned, though. If you like, you can contact me privately to discuss what would work best for you.
122 weeks ago

Sajid Akhtar Hi all, not sure if this is appropriate for this network, but I was hoping someone could let me know of a good place to learn about SEO, particularly natural/organic approach. Some books or blogs that anyone could recommend would be great. thanks, Saj

123 weeks ago from Social Media Marketers

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Sajid Akhtar: Thank you Joshua, Lance and Kelly for you help
123 weeks ago

Anita Cohen-Williams: I have been doing organic SEO for the last 10 years or so and find such blogs as SEOBook.com and SEO2020 to be excellent resources. As for books, ...MoreI have been doing organic SEO for the last 10 years or so and find such blogs as SEOBook.com and SEO2020 to be excellent resources. As for books, check out the SEOBook (at SEOBook.com) by Aaron Wall. While I do not agree with all his comments, it is an excellent book. For an introductory book, check out SEO for Dummies.
123 weeks ago

Z. Kelly Queijo I'm totally twittefied today: On Handshake 2.0: Making the List - Branding on Twitter - http://bit.ly/799sHG On SmartCollegeVisit: @CollegeVisit Twitter Lists - http://bit.ly/8JoYAi Updated ZKQ Blog Twitter Digest - http://bit.ly/8n0Iyc

123 weeks ago from Brazen Careerists on Twitter

Z. Kelly Queijo Brazen Careerist Twitter List mentioned in new post on Handshake 2.0. Thanks, Ryan Paugh, for the quote and for making the lists! http://bit.ly/799sHG

123 weeks ago from Brazen Careerists on Twitter

Ryan Paugh: This is great! Thanks for including me in the post Kelly!
123 weeks ago

Z. Kelly Queijo Join me on Twitter at 8pm CT for #blogchat. Tonight's topic based on a post by @bethharte:How to tell you have good Social Media consultant - http://bit.ly/5PBjPJ #blogchat is hosted by @mackcollier

123 weeks ago from Social Media Marketers

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Definition: Z. Kelly Queijo: \`z `kel-ly `kay-jo\ n. 1: writer, runner, poet, networker, salesperson, e-marketer, web developer, traveler, marketer, mom, wife, photographer, movie buff, telecommuter, speaker, learner, Virginia Tech Hokie, entrepreneur; 2: one esp. interested in reading, laughter, brainstorming, social networking, colleges, universities, admissions, internet, win-win, people, networking, IT, fitness, friends, relationships, family, communication, synergy adj. happy, positive, intuitive, inquisitive, creative, quirky, intense work ethic.

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