Monthly Archives: March 2011

Lookin’ in the Want Ad’s

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(This post is a series for Social Media Week at BSU, Today’s theme is Future. On a side note I promise to actually make this post relevant to the topic.)

Okay, so here is the deal. I’m graduating in may. Yes, you heard me right, May, that gives me a month to find a job. So I figured I would help you out, and lay out some of the reasons you should hire me. (and yes I realize that the “want ad’s” aren’t reserved for jobs, but it sounds a lot better than please hire me, I’m begging you, just giving me a chance.”)

First off, let me start by saying, I have had a lot of managing and leadership experience. Not only have I been in charge of 25 campers and 4 staff members, but I also was able to get through an entire summer without any major accidents. And the scar on my leg is barely noticeable.

Secondly, I know my celebrity gossip, entertainment news. I’m on top of the latest fashions. If you have me in your office, people won’t be sneaking a peak at their google readers to check out Perez. I’ll be able to catch them up while I’m finishing the social media plan you asked me to have by noon (which will be ready by 11am).

Third, I’m efficient. I’m on top of my game. If you ask my to have something ready by 3, it will be done by 1. And I will actually tell you when it’s done instead of goofing off and wasting company time.

Fourth, I can do anything. Not only have I had three internships in Public Relations, and two in journalism, but I also have had work experience in an office. I’m excellent with numbers (surprising…I know!), I’m extremely organized, and have experience planning events. If that doesn’t have you looking for the contact button, then know, I am also well versed in twitter, WordPress, tumbler, blogger, use of Facebook and their fan pages, along with most google tools, Dropbox, INdesign, and other photo editors.

Fifth, I can write. A woman once fired her previously hired intern because she liked the way I presented myself in my response to her help wanted ad, and there wasn’t any writing within the job I did. Plus, being new to the world of journalism I am willing to write ANYTHING.

Sixth, I’m pretty.

and Seven, I would be a good fit for your company. Why? Because I can adapt to any environment almost instantly, no matter what the job I will put my all into it. I’m not afraid to stay late, I’m more afraid of not doing the assignment perfectly and having it in on time.

In all serious-ness though, I am desperately seeking a job. Right now, it looks like I will be moving back in with my parents. A fate I still refuse to accept, not that I don’t love my siblings, but three grown children and a preteen…I think I’m going to pass on that one.

My future, although has always seemed so bright, is looking a little bleak. But unlike most of my fellow peers I will not let a little set back in the world of writing deter me from pursing my passion. Instead I will just move where ever there is a job, as long as there is at least some sort of roof (cardboard would work.)

So what are you waiting for, help a college senior out!

Feminists of BSU (and the blogosphere) Unite!

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(This post is a series for Social Media Week at BSU, Today’s theme is Community)

So, as of lately, I’ve become..well kind of a bit of a feminist. and by a bit I mean a lot. Honestly,  I don’t know why I was so blind for so long! Women rock (I mean that in the most heterosexual way possible)! We are awesome…not only are we smart, responsible, willing to work hard to get ahead, have smokin’ bods (forget body image problems…we are all beautiful), and we can kick butt at sports.

So why is there all of this hate towards women? We get picked last in dodge ball, are constantly being put down by our counter parts, being paid less than our counter parts (for the same freakin’ job), and don’t even get me started on how women are constantly putting themselves down (thank you fashion industry for that one.)

Let’s be real here, women rule the world. Who is responsible for the population…oh that’s right women. We carry your ass around with us for 9 months, and what do we get? Lower pay because of it.

At BSU, 60(ish)% of its students are female. 60(ish)-freakin-%. That means only 40% are male. Yet, who is getting the special treatment? Who is still getting the jobs? men…if someone could please explain this to me that would be fantastic!

It astounds me to think some Professors (I’ve seen it in my classes) still look at all women as little house wives and not educated people who are trying to gain more knowledge. At BSU I have actually had a professor dismiss my answer (and most girls in the class), but then applaud when a minute later a male student says the same answer, the same way.

Hi, it’s the 21st century. Women have the choice of where they want their lives to go. And no one, (read: NO ONE) has the power to tell us what we can and can’t do. Take life and embrace it for all it’s worth. Do everything you can to stand up for yourself, don’t let men or other women put you down! Especially in a scholarly community like this one where everyone should be treated fairly.

Well DMF, it seems like that isn’t the case. I’m doing my part to help change this, what are you doing?

Being a Leader Sucks.

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(This post is a series for Social Media Week at BSU, Today’s theme is Leadership)

First off, I hate being in a leader position. I don’t want someone to follow me around doe-eyed and look up to me.

I am a horrible role model. I mean I swear, skip class, read trashy romance novels… obviously not the best influence.

And secondly, don’t come to me with your problems. I don’t care if your mother’s sister’s uncle’s roommate who you met when you were three passed a kidney stone. And I’m honestly a little concerned if you think I would.

It’s not that I don’t want to be a role model. I worked at a girl scout sleep away camp, I was plenty of people’s role models. especially since half of them thought I was Miley Cyrus’s older sister. It’s that I don’t need college students to look up to me. I’m your age, I’ve just kicked my ass into gear to get to where I am today.

I have big dreams, and most of them involve me sitting on a beach some where and getting to finish all of the books I’ve started writing. Oh and swimming with dolphins. But, most of them do not involve me becoming some high and powerful leader.

Okay I take that back somewhat, because my boss over at college candy has made me want to become an editor-in-chief. Basically because she’s amazing at her job. But that’s it, for leadership stuff, that I wouldn’t mind doing. Because everything else clearly sucks.

Well, I mean minus actually helping people. Because it does melt my icy heart to finally help someone when they have been struggling with a problem.

And okay, yes, I do like being in control of the situation and getting to make things go my way and be perfect. But, who doesn’t…right?

It’s not like I’m totally agreeing with being a leader, it’s a lot of hard work. You have to be on our toes at all times, and give out a semi-positive image. And draw that ever so hard-line between being someone’s friend and laying down the law like the police people who enforce it.

Okay, well…maybe being a leader doesn’t suck.  Maybe it just might rock. Maybe I like being in charge, and helping people, and figuring out different problems on my own.

But, being a leader isn’t for everyone…so what are you?

Why Google Reader is My Only Friend

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(This post is a series for Social Media Week at BSU, Today’s theme is Technology)

I have a blogging problem…it might not show with the scare updates on this blog, (minus this week) but I do. With 3 different word press accounts that I have to log into daily, my blogging organization was forced to get a little better.

I’ve always been a big fan of google, and all of their add ons (I am in a full-blown love affair with Gmail and google docs…don’t you dare try to talk me down from my high.) So when I discovered google reader, because having all of the blogs I read bookmarked wasn’t cutting it, I kind of jizzed in my pants.

For those of you still living in the stone age and using Internet Explorer, Google reader is an amazing tool that allows you to read all of the blogs you follow in one place. ONE PLACE. You don’t even have to click between tabs if you aren’t into that sort of thing, you can read all of the new updates in one stream. I love it so much I just might marry it.

So, with that. I read a lot of blogs. Reading takes up a lot of my time. Lately my time has been like this : 25% school, 50% blogging, 20%reading other blogs (on google reader), 5% hanging out with friends.  I spend more time reading blogs than I do with my friends…I can sense of worry in your eyes.

But do not fret! that 5% of my time is pure quality time, although sometimes I do end up going on my computer just to see if anyone else has updated their blog. I do not have a problem! Well maybe, a little.

It’s only because google reader has become my friend that tells me all of the information I need to know, without me having to wait or go anywhere to hear it. AND it never tells me in a brag-ey way that makes me feel like an idiot. It just tells me, and provides pretty pictures.

It even gives me tabs up top that let me visit my other friends Gmail and Google Docs. It knows that even though it is my favorite I need to spend time with my other friends too.

Because of this craze with instant technology, people have become impatient not to mention unable to focus (please note I not only have iTunes open, a chat on Aim, 3 chats on Facebook and a tab for twitter open while writing this). Things, such a google reader, make checking your email/twitter/anything on the computer a longer process because you get sucked into reading the rest of the blog updates from that day. And, because most blogs update at least 20 times a day (probably way more) you have a lot of catching up to do.

So I spend a lot of quality time with my google reader (and Sara Bareilles of course.) Throughout this year we have come to terms with each other, and although I was a little wary at first I have come to love my new friend. And to be thankful for the organization it has given to my writing infused mess of a life.

What T.V. Taught me About Sex

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(This post is a series for Social Media Week at BSU, Today’s theme is Learning)

Growing up in a small home town wasn’t really the ideal place to learn about sex. They basically explained to us that it is bad, and you shouldn’t have it until you are married. Both reasons that did not stop me from having it, sorry mom and dad.

As a young girl I discovered many outlets to find out what sex was all about,  I was curious. I knew that is sometimes resulted in a baby  and you couldn’t have it until you were married…not really enough information for me. The first time I read about it was in Judy Bloom’s book “Forever”, which I am sure every thirteen year old is made to read.

Bloom taught me the passionate love that could be found from having it, and how heart breaking it was when you lost it. But that wasn’t enough…I wanted more.

Luckily there was a late night talk show that answered my questions, that’s right I’m talking about “Talk Sex” with Sue Johnson. Now there was a woman who was not afraid to go into detail about the pains, and things that maybe you shouldn’t try to do…ever. She was my google before I knew what google was.

From there I learned that sex can be fun, and shouldn’t be something that is hush-hush, thank you Candace Bushnell. The woman who brought Carrie Bradshaw to life, and made every young journalist yearn to become a sex columnist.

The girls of sex in the city taught me not to be embarrassed about anything and that faking your enjoyment is never an option. Both things I’ve come to understand.

There were still so many technical questions I had, that I could never bring to my friends, and definitely not my parents! So I turned off the T.V.  and turned to yahoo answers…not a very bright plan.

But T.V. shows, books and searches online can never really prepare you for sex. Sex is something you need to be ready for. And no matter how many episodes you watch of The Secret Life of The American Teenager, you will never really be able to understand it.

Sex Education is a subject that tends to be forgotten in public schools, basically they teach you not to have sex. But the truth is teens are having sex, and  it is important they know how to prevent pregnancy and STDS. But for that to happen, parents and school officials need to stop acting like sex is some big scary thing that they can’t talk about.

Sex is a topic that should be talked about, and needs to be. Don’t ever feel embarrassed to ask someone about something…that’s how you learn.