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March 17, 2009
Let's Talk About Stress Ba-By
Last Sunday, I spent about an hour discussing work-related stress and relationships as an in-studio guest on “He Said She Said with Dr. Rod and Christie”. (Click here to listen)
There were several interesting questions posed during the course of the conversation and call-in questions, but one in particular stood out for me:
At what point do you introduce work-related stress into a new relationship?
Is there a certain point in the dating process when it becomes appropriate for you to bitch
March 11, 2009
Are "Real" Friends Worth Your Time?
Ryan Blitstein, a very talented writer in Chicago, recently wrote a piece for Salon.com about cultivating true friendships in a society dominated by virtual relationships.
(link here to read it)
The piece is insightful and current and I felt it warranted some follow-up questions. Earlier this week, Ryan was kind enough to answer a few for Jakeonjobs.com.
JOJ: This piece is unmistakably honest. Did you have any reservations about publishing an article in which you show your vulnerability?
March 8, 2009
Social Networking Between Generations
Online miscommunication between generations is a major issue in offices around the country, as cubes and corner offices reluctantly share cyberspace. Boomers are struggling to raise their online profiles, Gen Y refuses to accept that the world is watching, and Gen X is caught in the crossfire.
The following 3 points are intended to help you minimize professional misunderstandings online and communicate effectively across generations on Facebook, Linkedin, etc.
1. Different Portal, Differen
March 1, 2009
Gen Y Opts for "Pride Protection" Insurance
What is your dream job?
A simple question, yet it scares the pants off young professionals. We duck it, dance around it, and drown it in disclaimers. We don’t want to answer this question honestly because once we verbalize our uncensored professional dreams, those dreams could become (gasp) expectations
God forbid we set expectations that we might not meet. Such recklessness could jeopardize our “gifted” status.
Our generation was raised to believe that we can and should achieve all of
February 25, 2009
Let's Play the "Got-Screwed Feud!"
Ladies and Gentlemen, welcome to the “Got-Screwed Feud”, where representatives from three generations debate who is getting the most screwed as a result of the current economic crisis!
Before we get started, a brief word from our sponsor.
Announcer: This program is being brought to you by Knockov’s Box Wine, the recession red in the cardboard case. Knockov’s: “Suck it up, it’ll last a while.”
Alright now, ladies and gentlemen, let’s meet our contestants. First, I’d like to introduce the gene
February 18, 2009
Is Your Ego Big Enough for Greatness?
Quesiton of the day: Do people need massive egos to be great? Not successful, mind you, but great. I’m talking best-in-show, blow-our-minds, once-in-a-generation great.
Kanye West and Simon Cowell would say yes.
Beyonce and Warren Buffet might disagree.
Bill Gates might also disagree (though I think he would be lying)
I bring this up because I watched Man on Wire last night, the documentary about the French Guy who walked on a wire between the World Trade Towers in 1974. Watching the film
February 14, 2009
Work/Life Balance Isn't Healthy for 20-Somethings
20-somethings shouldn’t be worried about working too hard or too much, especially in this economy.
If you like your job, then now is the time to work your butt off so that when you have more life responsibilities (i.e. family) you’ll have more autonomy and scheduling flexibility. If you don’t like your job, then now is the time to work your butt off so that you can develop the skills to get the job you want.
Work/Life Balance isn’t a healthy plan of attack for 20-somethings.
Let’s say that
February 9, 2009
I'm Sorry If That Group of People Couldn't See How Dope I Am
Confessions of a Teen Idol on VH1 is the best career show on TV right now.
The premise: 7 former TV heartthrobs, all of whom have been out of the Hollywood limelight for roughly a decade, are preparing for career comebacks. While living together in a house (naturally), the guys must learn to pitch and position themselves as adult actors.
Like every reality series, Confessions is filled with absurd challenges and edited for drama. However, once you get past the celeb-reality packaging, you’
February 5, 2009
Every New Hire Should Watch American Idol's "Hollywood Week"
Forget the fat guy in the pink bunny suit, the crazy lady who laughs like a hyena, and the creepy dude from Nebraska who may or may not be a serial killer.
The American Idol competition begins during Hollywood Week.
Hundreds of thousands of people try out for American Idol every year, but only 150 make it to Hollywood.
Hollywood Week is like the entry-level work experience on steroids. A big group of young and talented people walk in, but only a handful climb out. Along the way there ar
