CHAT PREVIEW: Scott Stein and Civic Engagement

Jun 14 2013

I am very excited about the upcoming #MillennialChat next Tuesday.  It is on the same day but a DIFFERENT TIME!

 

TUESDAY, 6/18: 3PM EST

Mark your calendars.  Those west coasters always put us on a different schedule! But we love them none the less.

Scott Stein joins Mobilize.org as their new Executive Director! He is a great Millennial thought leader and has more than a decade of experience in the political and non-profit sectors holding senior positions on gubernatorial and US Senate campaigns, as well as top fundraising positions for a variety of political and civic engagement non-profits.

We are very glad to have the honor of interviewing him about Civic Engagement and Social Entrepreneurship.  To learn more about Scott and his new role at Mobilize.org, check out the press release here.  Make sure to tell everyone to be ready for #millennialchat NEXT TUESDAY at 3pm EST.

Make sure to check out THE NEW AND IMPROVED TWEETCHAT. They were just taken over by oneQube and the improvement is phenomenal.

Do you have questions you’d like to pose to Scott? Leave them in the comments section below.  We’ll be sure to relay those to him.

UPDATE (6/18 – 8:45 EST): Questions

Check out the list of questions to be asked of Scott during today’s chat.  We will try to touch on them all, but feel free to build your own questions off of these!

Q1:  How and why did you become involved in Civic Engagement?

Q2: Why do you think that it is important that Millennials be involved in civic engagement?

Q3: How do you see Millennial involvement in civic engagement and social entrepreneurship as differing from that of other generations?

Q4: Can you explain the overlap between civic engagement and social entrepreneurship?

Q5: Do you think Millennials approach the idea of entrepreneurship differently than other generations?

Q6: How do you explain the rise of social entrepreneurship over the past few years?

Q7: How can students interested in civic engagement and social entrepreneurship become active in these areas?

Q8: What do you see as the most pressing issues regarding civic engagement and social entrepreneurship?

Q9: Where can Mobilize.org grow in civic engagement and social entrepreneurship?

Q10: How can Millennials unite with older generations to make the most effective change?

Q11: Do you see Millennial stereotypes and negatively affecting engagement and entrepreneurship?

Q12: Do you see their involvement in civic engagement and social entrepreneurship as a way to change the self-absorbed Millennial sterotype?

Q13: What are the best ways to get started as a civic engager/social entrepreneur?

Q14: What strategies have you found to be most effective in engagement and entrepreneurship?

Q15: Where do you see civic engagement and social entrepreneurship going in the future?

No responses yet

Chatter Reaction to “How do I put time on MY Side?”

May 06 2013

Last Tuesday’s chat sparked some really good conversation around time management.  If you’d like to see the entire chat, click here.

I reached out to two chatters who had some very good tips about how they try to keep time on their side.  Hopefully these tips can help spark ideas for YOU to help with time management.

Time is of the essence.

Time is of the essence.

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For me, it’s all about the list(s)!

by Rebecca Spain (@NPmillennial)

I find it incredibly difficult to get things done when I don’t take time to first plan a) what I’m going to do and b) how I’m going to go about it.

First, I get everything out of my head and onto paper (yes, paper, I’m a bit old-fashioned in that way). Once everything is written down, I categorize and prioritize.  I sometimes also create a timeline for my priorities so I know how long I have to get different tasks done. Then, I create a list for my top few priorities and cross off (that’s my favorite part!) items as I go. Creating the larger list also shows me what I need to say “no” to, push off for some time, or delegate to others.

While my lists don’t get the tasks done, they make them much easier and less stressful to accomplish.

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As an emerging professional, my time management revolves around project deadlines and strategic plans.

by Kait Solomon (@KaitlinSolomon3)

Using my time efficiently not only improves my quality of work, but allows me to take on more responsibility as I advance in my career.  My biggest tip for those struggling with time management is to learn how to prioritize. I divide my time at work into 3 categories: monthly tasks, short-term projects, and long-term developments. 

I always schedule monthly tasks in advance so I can see what time is left for other projects. Understanding the operational steps involved in each project helps me realistically determine the time needed to complete each phase. I break down short-term projects by creating timetables, and organize long term initiatives using strategic calendars I create in Excel.  Organizing a project by stages allows me to visualize how I should divide my time during the work week, month and fiscal year.  Having a process keeps a project on track, and keeps you sane throughout the duration!

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Whether it’s a list on paper, excel, or Google calendar, time management is different for everyone.  Hopefully these two chatters gave you an idea that you can turn into your own.

Have you found a great strategy that has worked really well for you?  Comment below.

Check us out on TUESDAYS every week from 1-2pm.  Learning from millennials and connecting with millennials!

3 responses so far

DAY AFTER: How Do I Put Time on My Side?

May 01 2013

Time can be fleeting. To our generation it is tough to say no, to disconnect, and take time for ourselves.  We get caught up in project after project because HEY that’s what we’ve done our entire lives.

With the ever amounting pulls in each direction, how can you manage your time and manage PROJECTS well?  Check out the transcript below to get some great ideas from chatters:

@WriterRambling, @KaitlinSolomon3, @Onsombi, @NPmillennial, and more!

One response so far

How can I put time on my side? Time management for the SUPER involved

Apr 30 2013

Today is Chat Day!

Time management is always something that can better itself.  In this super fast-paced world and our generation full of go-getters, we often find ourselves with our plates overflowing with things that need to get done.  It can be very overwhelming sometimes when you think about it.

But today can end that!

Or at least get you on track to do so.  We will be talking about time management and PROJECT management tips and tricks today.  We have chatted about time management a few time her on #MillennialChat, so I think it is time to talk about managing multiple PROJECTS at the same time.

Here is the list of questions you will see today (feel free to suggest any by commenting below):

Q1: What are the things you’ve noticed that you’ve done that often lead to a lack of time management?

Q2: How can you go about judging HOW MUCH TIME a project will take before accepting or rejecting it?

Q3: If you feel like you just overloaded your plate, how can you effectively shrink your responsibilities?

Q4: Why do we often feel bad about saying NO to projects at work, home, or elsewhere?

Q5: What are some other terms you can use other than NO to help manage how much time you will need to put into a project?

Q6: How important is it to clearly define deadlines to people who have asked you to do something for them?

Q7: How do you stay organized in order to make sure your priorities get done?

Q8: When you don’t get something done on time, what needs to be the next step?

Q9: What advice would you give yourself 3 years ago about how to manage time?

4 responses so far

Thursday Poll Day – Pick the topic for Tuesday

Apr 25 2013

“By three methods we may learn wisdon: first, by reflection which is noblest; second, by imitation, which is the easiest; and third, by experience, which is the bitterest.” – Confucius

That man was a very smart man.  From my experience, the sooner we find out the topic for next Tuesday, the better the participation! There have been a few bitter experiences when I have slacked in getting the topic to you all.  So let’s vote! I’ll announce the topic tomorrow and hope to find a guest expert on the subject.

Get your vote in, and don’t forget to forward it along to your Twitter friends!

4 responses so far

How do I inspire a Movement without naming it?

Apr 22 2013

Have you ever thought about how tough it is to act kindly toward someone without having another say…

Well. There is your ‘good deed’ for the day

Or how about those who protested big business and banks back in 2011, do you think they would have been effective if the movement was not named

Occupy Wall Street?

So many in our generation are becoming socially aware throughout our entire day, not just after we punch the clock or on a Saturday morning.  Will there ever be a way to start a movement without it being given a name? Labels are inevitable, but what steps can we take to keep our movements and causes from being pigeonholed? Or is this even important?

Let’s chat about it!

Here is a list of questions that we will roll through tomorrow
starting at 1pm EST!

Q1: What are some example of movements and their names? Good or bad movements.. let’s just get some examples out there?

Q2: Do you think they would have been as effective if they weren’t named? How do you think labels affected those movements?

Q3: How can you display AND SPREAD your genuine passion for a subject without naming it and promoting it?

Q4: Why would a movement work more effectively when it isn’t publicly known?

Q5: Do you think it is even possible in this age of technology for a movement to go unnamed?

Q6: Some movements DO DESERVE praise. How can you thank or praise someone without pigeonholing their action?

Q7: This discussion screams ACTION>WORDS. Do you believe action with NO WORDS is effective?

Q8: How can you promote and display your action without throwing a label on it?

Hope to see you all tomorrow at 1pm EST!! Follow the #millennialchat hashtag. Can’t wait to see you there.

5 responses so far

DAY AFTER: Fixing Communication Across Generations

Apr 10 2013

Yesterday’s chat?  Oh you want to know about yesterday’s chat?

It was awesome!

The #millennialchat about communication and generational differences brought in a lot of OBJECTIVE responses.  It was fantastic.  Thank you to all who joined in and generated over 260 tweets with a reach of 45,738!

A complete Storify’d transcript is found below.  If you missed the chat, or missed a few tweets, then going back through will definitely help you understand both boomers’ and millennials’ perspective on how to better our communications in the office, out of the office, and elsewhere.

Congrats to our TOP 5 TWEETERS from yesterday!
1) @WriterChanelle
2) @ThinDifference
3) @KaitlinSolomon3
4) @DonCrow
5) @WriterRambling

 

3 responses so far

Fixing Communication Across Generations

Apr 08 2013

without forming alliances.

So many times when we debate, we have to choose sides.  I’m a millennial so my loyalty is to my generation.  (Well of course).  But where progress happens is when you can look at an argument OBJECTIVELY.

We aren’t trying to persuade your way of thinking, we are just hoping you take the title of “MILLENNIAL” or “BOOMER” off when hearing someone’s opinion on communication in the workplace, in relationships, and elsewhere!  Make sure to join us tomorrow at…

1pm EST on Twitter (follow #millennialchat)

Here is a list of questions to look forward to….

  1. What are some of the obstacles to communication between generations?
  2. What is the biggest difference in how millennials and boomers communicate?
  3. What are some examples of poor communication no matter the generation?
  4. Do you always side with your own generation? What traits have you adopted from the other gen?
  5. Why is it important to not pick teams in any debate?
  6. How can you persuade your peers to take a look at how others handle communication?
  7. What do you think communication will look like in 10 years?
  8. Will significant in office communication happen once millennials become leaders?
  9. What “old school” traits do you think are beneficial to hang onto?
  10. How impt is it to keep an open mind when communicating across gen?

Spread the word with a tweet!

Have any suggestions for what to bring up tomorrow?  Leave a comment below!

7 responses so far

TOPIC POLL: Vote for next week’s #MillennialChat topic!

Apr 03 2013

We want to hear from YOU! What would you like to talk about next week.  POLL CLOSES AT MIDNIGHT EST tonight!

Make sure to submit your vote now & tweet this post out to get others in the game!

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