Most quotes are pretty cliche. But quotes that are provocative or wrong or provocatively-wrong I find incredibly fascinating. Maybe because the author went out on a limb and failed. Maybe because it’s a reflection of the imposed limits we as a society seemingly always put your ourselves. Or maybe because it’s proof that someone didn’t listen to advice, that they never gave in when everyone told them they were wrong. It’s those people who change our world. I think these quotes are an inspiration because it’s proof that no matter how crazy people say your idea is, you can make it happen.
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Simplify Your Communications
It doesn’t matter how smart you are, what you’ve accomplished, how many degrees you have, or who you’ve worked with. If you can’t get your idea across to me in a few sentences or less you’ve lost me.
You can always re-take a class…
When I finish my degree the incoming URBSS asked me to speak to them about what to expect being on the society. I didn’t know exactly what I was going to say when I agreed to it, but the final message I gave has stuck with me and I feel myself repeating it more and more to students. That message?
You can always retake a class but you can never retake a party.
You’re probably thinking I was a party animal, who went to EVERY party Derek Wu hosted, that didn’t care about his grades and just had fun. You’re right, but there is something peculiar about people who have a lot of fun. They meet people, the interact a lot more, they learn how to talk to people, no, they learn how to engage people. There’s no class that teaches how to communicate with other people, that one your left to learn on your own.
In twenty years time you’re not going to recall how AMAZING a particular study session was but you may, just maybe, look at some old Facebook pictures and chuckle to yourself about how much fun you had.
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@Fraserstrategy: #Followme
If you’re on Twitter just to promote your business like a traditional advertising campaign you missed the boat. It’s not about telling everyone your latest deal or special, we’re human, we want interaction, we want to know someone is on the other end of the conversation.
I don’t claim be be a Twitter expert but Scott is and so is Michael. Read what they have to say about it, there are so many more things local companies can be doing on Twitter besides telling me how great YOUR company is. Get creative! Yes it may take a little time but I bet if you sat down and actually made a plan for Twitter you’d be surprised with the results you could attain.
So please stop the constant self-promotion and engage a follower or two.
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Frustration or Challenge?
To many times in our lives we give in to frustration. Life throws us a curve ball and we back up in the batter’s box or completely give up our entire at bat because we’re frustrated.
Frustration is a funny thing though, it stems out of confusion and misunderstanding, and can grow to be an insurmountable demon. But the best part is, it doesn’t have to.
Recently working on a project, I could see a growing frustration on faces and the general atmosphere just wasn’t right. When I spoke with both parties involved I could understand where the frustration came from. Within one conversation we had agreed that the frustration was due to a lack of communication and could easily be interpreted as a challenge.
Our world would be much better off if instead of getting frustrated with a problem, we look at it as a challenge. Challenges get you going, they’re the fire under your ass, they’re the reason why sports are so interesting and they could be your solution if you are feeling frustrated.
So what do you do when you’re feeling frustrated?
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Why Twitter?
@JohncMayer: That cat from the “hang in there” poster just died. Makes a man just wanna give up.
11:33 PM Oct 15th from Twittelator
Twitter’s worth taking a look at just to hear what John Mayer has to say, yes it’s really him and he’s one of the funniest on Twitter (the “tweet” above is my personal favorite).
Twitter, the overnight sensation is quickly becoming the most popular social media platform out there. I am sure many people still see it as a waste of time, and it can be, but it can also be a very useful tool. Twitter is the fastest method of transportation for information. Every “twitterer” wants to be the best and the best, tweet the most interesting, helpful stories or links the fastest. So the most popular people on Twitter are the people with the best tweets, you get the picture?
To get you started on Twitter I have compiled a list of the people you should follow. These are the people I interact with most often. Set up an account and start following this list, it’ll sure bring some amusement to your day, also don’t forget to follow @FraserStrategy 
Funny tweeps
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