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What Would Get You More Involved With Emergen?
Started this discussion. Last reply by Rhonda Chapman Jul 8, 2011. 8 Replies 3 Likes
We at Emergen are busily planning for some new initiatives, groups, events and other activities. But in order for everything to be a success, we believe that is invaluable to get your feedback. So,…Continue
Tags: initiatives, new, Emergen
Face to Face Blogging meet up
Started this discussion. Last reply by Janine Ripper May 17, 2011. 2 Replies 0 Likes
Hi All, Face to face Blogging meet-ups are a fairly new concept, of which I've had discussions with a few members in Perth in kicking off a face to face meet-up. They will be quite informal, where we…Continue
Tags: writing, development, Blogging
Blogging development - Interested?
Started this discussion. Last reply by B D Feb 10, 2011. 11 Replies 0 Likes
Hey All, I'm just wanting to guage whether the members of Emergen would be interested in some blogging development.This could include everything from posts on all areas of blogging, guest bloggers,…Continue
Tags: development, Blogging
What has been your highlight of 2010?
Started this discussion. Last reply by Alicia Curtis Jan 17, 2011. 9 Replies 0 Likes
Personal, career, world-wide, film, literature, music, and so on - what has been your highlight?
Tags: highlights, 2010
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Lina Singogo commented on Janine Ripper's blog post '8 reasons why you will never want to give up blogging'
Janine Ripper commented on Aisha Nancy Novakovich's blog post 'Biography on Shaharbanu Shabeer'"You're welcome Aisha."
Janine Ripper commented on Janine Ripper's blog post 'Finding that balance'"I hear you Twaambo. Try hard to find that balance. I know I didn't when I was at uni, and combined with work I ended up exhausting myself and struggled to recover. Even now, 14 years after graduating, I still have a low tolerance…"
Janine Ripper commented on Janine Ripper's blog post '8 reasons why you will never want to give up blogging'"That's the problem Calisha - the oh so elusive time! I must admit I've cut back on my blogging a lot lately."
Janine Ripper commented on Catherine Chakulunta's blog post 'Safaa's Biography!!!'"Awesome write up of Safaa, Catherine! I can't wait to meet her one day."
Calisha Bennett commented on Janine Ripper's blog post '8 reasons why you will never want to give up blogging'"Great post Janine and sooo true! I want to blog about a zillion things but sadly haven't quite got as much time to write as I would like! Keep it up!"
Twaambo Kapilikisha commented on Janine Ripper's blog post 'Finding that balance'"Currently having a hard time,not with social media or computer time,but juggling work with school!I am a student that needs to work for the extra money,but its been overwhelming lately and my school work is suffering.Trying to work out a schedule…"
Janine Ripper commented on Aisha Nancy Novakovich's blog post 'Biography on Shaharbanu Shabeer'"Beautifully written article Aisha! I'm so happy that the YWLP continues to touch the lives of so many amazing women."
Janine Ripper posted a blog post8 reasons why you will never want to give up blogging
I've been blogging since June 2010, and my how time has flown. I can't quite imagine life without blogging now.Here are 8 reasons why you will never want to give up blogging: Your creative juices have been untapped. Once you start, you just can’t stop. To have a constant flow of ideas, to be able to write quickly, to dream of topics and wake up in the middle of the night and think to yourself ‘that will make an awesome post’...it’s an amazing feeling. You constantly meet new people. Bloggers…See More
Alicia Curtis commented on Janine Ripper's blog post 'Finding that balance'"Great post Janine. Definitely being mindful about any activity is important. I love your priorities - think of the great time you'll get to spend on these when you don't have the distractions in your life!"
Janine Ripper posted a blog postFinding that balance
There comes a time in your life when you need to re-analyse your priorities. At the moment I’m re-analysing mine in respect to social media / computer time.Since 2010, it has taken up an increasing amount of my time BUT I’ve enjoyed it. I’ve loved blogging, getting to know Twitter, connecting with people on Facebook and LinkedIn. I’ve ‘met’ some great people, made friends, and learnt a lot.And then came Tumblr, Google+, Pinterest, Instagram…I know I’ve forgotten others I succumbed to. At one…See More
Janine Ripper commented on Ellen Kimball's blog post 'Does one need to be 'loud' to lead?'"I agree with everything you have said. I used to be such a shy person - it wasn't till my mid-twenties that I came out of my shell a bit and then my late twenties that I started seizing opportunities and realising that it was perfectly ok…"
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- A little about me:
I am 33, and have a love for travel, writing, blogging, reading, music, my partner, my dog, my family and friends. I have a Bachelors degree in Communications, Majoring in Film and Media, and have worked in Project Management for the last 6 years. I have just achieved P3O accreditation…so aim to explore that more as driver of mine is good governance.
At all other hours I am a writer and blogger extraordinaire (this is my real passion). At the moment I’m the National Blogging Coordinator for Emergen, which is focussed on activating young people across Australia to step up into leadership roles in their community. In my role, I aim to encourage others to use blogging as a tool for social change.
You may be wondering about the title of my blog?
1) I’m a red-head, and like most red-heads, have been teased most of my life for it. I actually hated the colour of my hair for years, but I now embrace my ‘red-headedness’ and want to champion the cause for others to do the same – for we all have something we don’t like about ourselves. YOU are who you are, and your uniqueness is what makes YOU special.
2) I do a lot of reflecting. On life, love, family, friends, writing, blogging, pets, other bloggers, depression, travel…we all go through it, and sometimes sharing our stories can actually help. Sharing my story helps me, and I hope that it can help you to. Feel free to share yours with me.
Janine
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- What type of work do you do?
- Portfolio Analyst / PMO Team Leader
- What leadership/career/community activities have you been involved in?
- Bachelor of Arts in Communications Studies, majoring in Film and Media, I love to blog! I was a Project Manager and entertained being a Team Leader.
In 20101 I completed a 6 month Young Women in Leadership course. I am currently the Blogging Coordinator for Emergen! I also have my own personal blog - www.reflectionsfromaredhead.com.
I am currently exploring freelancing and exploring moving into a career writing and using it for social good and helping others. I have also just taken up a Portfolio Analyst position, leading the Rail Systems Program PMO for Ajilon at BHP Billiton.
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8 reasons why you will never want to give up blogging
Posted on April 24, 2012 at 10:30pm 3 Comments 4 Likes
I've been blogging since June 2010, and my how time has flown. I can't quite imagine life without blogging now.
Here are 8 reasons why you will never want to give up blogging:
- Your creative juices have been untapped. Once you start, you just can’t stop. To have a…
Finding that balance
Posted on April 11, 2012 at 12:00pm 4 Comments 3 Likes
There comes a time in your life when you need to re-analyse your priorities. At the moment I’m re-analysing mine in respect to social media / computer time.
Since 2010, it has taken up an increasing amount of my time BUT I’ve enjoyed it. I’ve loved blogging, getting to know Twitter, connecting with people on Facebook and LinkedIn. I’ve ‘met’ some great people, made friends, and learnt a…
Continue Careers Without Borders
Posted on March 29, 2012 at 10:30pm 0 Comments 3 Likes
On 26 March Alicia Curtis and myself were invited to attend the Careers Without Borders night hosted by the …
Leadership Traits
Posted on March 26, 2012 at 2:06pm 0 Comments 1 Like
If your actions inspire others to dream more, learn more, do more and become more, you are a leader.
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ContinueComment Wall (20 comments)
- At 12:07pm on March 27, 2012, Lina Singogo said…
Hi Janine, Thanks for that!! Great to finally join :-)
- At 8:02pm on March 24, 2012,
Jayashree said… - I would love to do this...... Looking forward to meet you
- At 7:55pm on January 22, 2012,
Monica Choo said… - Thanks Janine! Looking forward to joining the blogger group :) M
- At 2:45pm on December 31, 2011,
David Gilks said… Hi Janine,
thanks for letting me know about this community.
David
- At 3:25pm on November 12, 2011,
Kristine Abella said… Thanks :)
- At 2:50pm on October 10, 2011,
Piri Altraide said… - Hey Janine! A HUGE congrats on the eBook- compiled all by yourself?? Huge respect! It looks amazing. Excited for future blogging and compilation initiatives :)) x
- At 2:21pm on September 24, 2011,
Joseph (Josh) Smith said… - thanks Janine
- At 12:40am on September 17, 2011, Henky Wijaya said…
Hi Janine.... Now, i need to learn how to use this website :)
- At 8:49pm on July 21, 2011,
Fern Demeo said… Hi Janine
Thank you! I've actually been associated with the site for such a long time, but am now official!
Fern
- At 9:23pm on July 6, 2011,
Anne-Marie said… - Hi Janine! Yes, I'm here :) just conducted a well-needed update for my page! Likewise - I look forward to meeting you at the July meetup! A-M
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