Jenny Blake's book "Life After College: The Complete Guide to Getting What You Want" (an absolute bargain at Amazon US and Amazon UK) launches today. It's the perfect book for you if you're leaving college soon, or if you've already left and you feel that life could be that bit better. In other words, it's the book we all need! It's bursting with crowd-sourced wisdom for all areas of your life: work, money, friends & family, dating & relationships, health, fun & relaxation, personal growth, and more. And it's got exercises so you're not just reading, you're doing.
To celebrate, Tagbento is giving away a free copy - see the end of the interview for details.
Who are you?
I'm a blogger, author, life coach, yoga teacher, gadget-freak, cupcake-lover and Googler. I've been blogging for over three years at LifeAfterCollege.org, and I'm thrilled to share that I have a book coming out on March 29: Life After College: The Complete Guide to Getting What You Want. I've also worked at Google for over five years, where I am currently a Career Development Program Manager and internal coach. I also work very closely with the Authors@Google program.
What’s your favourite thing on your desk?
This is a picture of my desk at Google – at home I mostly work on the couch :)
My favorite things on my desk are my flair magnets – a mix of magnets from different countries, some cupcake magnets, some inspirational quotes, and some just random things that add color to my desk. I also love the Corporate Bullshit calendar and the Corporate Flashcards – those crack me up! I think it's important to laugh at work and keep a sense of humor.
What would make your space even better?
Hmmmm... other than a corner office with a 360 degree window view? Kidding. I love my office! The BEST days at my desk are the ones when my cubemate Dana brings her Bulldogs to work. They come and sit by my feet under my desk and it just makes my day!
Any words of wisdom for our readers?
Zen desk, zen mind! Make your desk a reflection of you – fun, inspiring, motivating, and hopefully relatively clutter-free.
Read more about why I love my desk in my post 10 Reasons I Love My Cubicle.
You can read more about me at LifeAfterCollege.org, my book at LACBook.com, or follow me on Twitter @jenny_blake.
Thanks for your interview, Jenny.
If there's someone you want Tagbento to interview for this series, email me.
Tagbento is giving one of you a free copy of Life After College! All you have to do is:
- Leave a comment here with a piece of advice that's helped you in life (remember to be logged in, or leave your email address so we can contact you).
- Then, share this interview to your friends on Facebook or Twitter - you can use the like/tweet/share buttons below.
The closing date is 5 April 2011. We'll pick our favourite comment, and if it's yours, we'll send you your brand new copy of Life After College, and your life will never be the same again!
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Jared
29 March 2011, 18:31
You spend 1/3 of your life in bed. If you buy an MDF bed and saggy cheap mattress, you'll sleep badly, your waking hours will suck. Buy the best bed, mattress and sheets you can afford.
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Kate P.
30 March 2011, 09:37
If it all gets too much and I can't crack the problem, I'll step back and eat some cake. Things will be clearer then. If things are as bad as before, at least I enjoyed the cake.
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Rand
30 March 2011, 13:28
Try everything twice.
(give me the book, give me the book) -
Mike Cole
31 March 2011, 16:15
Do the right thing - said Spike Lee
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Tina Packer
31 March 2011, 16:48
Don't give up and don't try too hard, though I still think it's difficult to find the right balance, LOL.
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And1
31 March 2011, 18:35
Jenny Blake, you have always loved those small, mini-computers!
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María
31 March 2011, 20:14
No matter what happens, always be true to yourself. It´s the only way to be happy in this life.
Jenny is amazing, and I can´t wait to read the book :) -
mike
31 March 2011, 21:47
To leave footprints in the sand you age to get up an walk. Otherwise you will just leave butt prints
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jenjen
31 March 2011, 21:51
I like the Emerson quote. It's sort of related to what Kate P and Tina are saying, and reminds me of what my dad tells me:
Perseverance is like a donkey: it will carry you well over difficult ground, but flog it too hard and it'll get you nowhere. Know when to offer a carrot, and when to put something to pasture.
He's always good for an odd simile, my dad. Easier said than done, though! -
roninzero
1 April 2011, 00:17
Wow lots of color! :) Bright and happy desk!
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Cat
1 April 2011, 07:42
No matter what hits the fan in your life, your future self will be remembering it from the vantage point of wisdom. Find a moment everyday that you will be proud to look back on.
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stephenhau
1 April 2011, 11:52
Some great advice so far - keep it coming!
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George
1 April 2011, 16:08
I have a fortune cookie taped to my computer monitor that says "A solid challenge will bring forth your finest abilities."
Always help when I feel overwhelmed! -
sush
1 April 2011, 19:44
hey ... how did u sorta "tag" the picture?
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stephenhau
1 April 2011, 22:36
@sush: You can upload and tag your own picture. Get started by registering then click "contribute".
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roninzero
3 April 2011, 18:10
I see it as that you have to make your workspace as comfortable as possible. I mean hey you spend 8-10 hrs a day at it.
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stephenhau
8 May 2011, 23:16
Congratulations María! Your words of advice win you Jenny Blake's book. It will be in the post tomorrow :)
Thanks everyone else for your entries – I'm sure your advice will have helped some readers already!
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