Your first job?

I started thinking about my first job after reading Neil Pasricha blog 1000 Awesome Things. You know it? It’s awesome. He wrote some funny stories about people things they say in their first job interview. Here’s one I quite enjoy: Me: Can you tell me about a problem you had while working with a group and how you resolved that problem? Her: Um… (giggle) Me: It’s okay. Take your time. Her: Okay. (30 seconds pass) Okay, one time in marketing class I didn’t like my group so I did something else. Me: You mean you left the group? Her: Yeah. I asked the teacher if I could leave the group and she said yes. So I did some report or something. Me: Oh, okay. And how did the rest of the group feel about it? Her: I don’t know. They all stopped talking to me. Me: Oh… okay. Well what didn’t you like about working with them? Her: They were just ignorant. Me: Can you tell me more about the project? Her: Well, we had to make up a product and then advertise it. And we got cereal. But they wanted to make a cereal that was made out of rocks. Me: Rocks? Her: Yeah, I know. That’s why I left the group. Me: They wanted to make a cereal out of rocks? Her: Yeah. #125 Your First Job, 1000 Awesome Things Toronto blog What Women Want asked me about my first job earlier this year, read the interview here. First job ever? I was a Sales Associate at Gap Canada Inc. (Fairview Park Mall). I wanted so badly to work there. I was 16 and I called and called and dropped off resumes and went in there all the time until they finally hired me. I worked there for about two years during high school and to this day it’s one of the most wonderful jobs…

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you missed this yesterday

they dont even taste like anything enough to say theyre yucky http://t.co/pyyb2V3 # You can buy .XXX domains starting today – http://t.co/zBDz6Hz # Nikki Beach invite #tiff11 http://t.co/0KrhU4s # 40 min call before 9am. Mega work day today, let's go! # Photo: New boots! http://t.co/vXnxwOH # The Diet Coke party invite smells like glue. # Diet Coke party invite #tiff11 http://t.co/ihjMVzW # What am I going to wear to all these freaking parties? Where is my stylist? #firstworldproblems #tiff11 # I missed you TIGHTS. # I need to get my nails done. # you are so cute @itsbrownbarbie. remind me to send/post these later! http://t.co/0OrXkwV # Here we go… TIFF get the party started: Feelin’ a little frazzled TBH but it’s… http://t.co/GCW9zcZ #thisismylife # New York Fashion Week begins todayfollow, along online – http://t.co/g0Bv6Yw #nyfw # spectacles http://t.co/sLXUMYc #thisismylife # can't find me new Dior lipstick. urghhhhhhhh # Thanks for having me this morning @rockitpromo. My girl @katekillet and I loved it. Lots of pix too. #tastemakers #tiff11 # Gifted some beauty things @ #tastemakers lounge today. Silver bracelet here! http://t.co/sWWOXKa # new glasses today @ #tastemakers #tiff11 http://t.co/vgz9sZu # #conferencecall # New curling iron reminds me of a … http://t.co/0wv4kOW # Email asking if I'd like a driver for #TIFF11 Um, YES! Of course! # my hair is lookin pretty rad thanks @DKWIKSTUDIO. loving the bowl cut shave. http://t.co/eDUYShU # Photo: Little silver twitter bird charm I picked out @ this morning from http://t.co/1Ep4r3L # Love my new lens @OlympusCan. FO REALZ. Been shooting & loving it. # hello lovely http://t.co/lYxTM3q # New biz cards tomorrow, new photos today, new stickers tonight, new campaign happening, new commercial on TV. Look out world here I come! # Having two phone batteries is a very beautiful luxury, almost love it more…

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the race is long & in the end it’s only with yourself.

This gives me such fond memories, reminds me to to worry, about things that matter. It’s a real feel gooder. If you’ve never heard/read this before, let me share it with you. I know you’ll like it. Ladies and Gentlemen of the class of ’97 Wear sunscreen If I could offer you only one tip for the future, sunscreen would be It. The long term benefits of sunscreen have been proved by Scientists whereas the rest of my advice has no basis more reliable Than my own meandering Experience…I will dispense this advice now. Enjoy the power and beauty of your youth; oh nevermind; you will not Understand the power and beauty of your youth until they have faded. But trust me, in 20 years you’ll look back at photos of yourself and Recall in a way you can’t grasp now how much possibility lay before You and how fabulous you really looked….You’re not as fat as you Imagine.

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yesterday on twitter, this happened:

dont hate me because im beautiful http://flpbd.it/1ODI # #maskguy # Cupcake is cute. #Bachelorette # #fireworks # her dress is STUNNING. who made it? #bachelorette # yes @clickflickca no mask on dates! #bachelorette # doing smart things on computer watching dumb things on tv. # ooh couple babes on the #bachelorette maybe i’ll watch this time. she’s cute. # tonight was fun @Shananigans5 🙂 #hottub # Sia, ILU. # Photo: The Joplin Tornado of 2011 http://tumblr.com/xmj2nkwils # Photo: we still have time. http://tumblr.com/xmj2nkueum # Photo: RUN AWAY FROM IT ALL. http://tumblr.com/xmj2nku1j4 # RE: @shopmyclothes hotness.  http://disq.us/21awoj # I uploaded a @YouTube video http://youtu.be/OAbu4iwGw5Q?a sexy beast car – 1982 corvette # #sunshine # Community on #Netflix is a funny show. # I liked a @YouTube video http://youtu.be/ammgaOf43iY?a The Pretty Rekcless Shout-out # Photo: › Scarlett Johansson photographed as Marlene Dietrich by Tim Walker for W Magazine, June 2011 http://tumblr.com/xmj2nhya6o # Photo: don’t you ever forget. http://tumblr.com/xmj2nhy6fp # Photo: Can I have this please? http://tumblr.com/xmj2nhkqfx # Photo: vicemag:New York Parties http://tumblr.com/xmj2nhi108 # post rapture billboard http://i.imgur.com/5iCeG.jpg # PBR paper flowers http://flpbd.it/ZmN1 # Ok, this is kinda cute. Albino raccoons in #Toronto http://flpbd.it/cu7w via @blogTO # i want to sit in one forever http://flpbd.it/YilW # Jerk chicken sanny, rice + peas, coleslaw, spicy patty. SO GOOD. (@ Ackee Tree) http://4sq.com/le4RFX # i usually look like a moron anyway but you know what i mean http://flpbd.it/OruK (heading to gym now) # what you up to today guyg? #

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saturday magazine review: vanity fair march 2011

this is what we call the peanut gallery. this is the closest i’ve come to reading a book lately. that should change but i love the internet so much, why should we not have/do what we love? here we go… sequin lacoste number – yes, totally unconventional chic… like, no way i’m wearing that anywhere but in this very blog post mmmmm’k. will i be wearing this when the weather warms up? i just got ruffle socks from american apparel. i have a fatal attraction to cuteness. i would like to write like this for a brand ex. grey goose. i guess that would come with working via agency?  i am good at creative writing, you don’t even see my good stuff.  someone please let me to show off for you. i would also like to take a dance class soon. i wanna be in magazines top 40 high earners: top 12 are men, first woman, lucky #13, is kristen stewart. team stewart all the way. manniston is #18 and a.jolie #21. james cameron is #1. this list make me smile cause i’m a stewart and i’m canadian. hehe. the man is toast. hypnotic nerd gaze. smartert than i? no. THIS is UGG > Australia. not canadian winter you idiots. stop insulting the brand and yourself by wearing these booties in the snow/slush/rain/winter. it is not working for you, it never will. the end. can i have one of these, pretty please? and thank you. what IS in a name? Leonardo Dicaprio – Appian Way: in Italy, found a road names Appian Way while filming Gangs of New York, “the road on which the Roman Army marched as they set out to conquer the world” he thought a good name for a company starting out. Kevin Spacey – Trigger Street…

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yesterday on twitter, this happened:

Comedy night w/ @raymitheminx & friends (@ The Rivoli) http://4sq.com/frXg70 # total eclipse of the moon, moon, moon! bonnie tyler/katy perry #remix http://goo.gl/fb/Wu8rZ #blog # Photo: http://tumblr.com/xmj13ldtpl # hmm news says ebergy drinks no mixey with alcohol. no jaggabombs? wah wahh. # what do i want for christmas? # "Stewart is making her carbon footprint in our digital age with true edgy-punk style. " @pinkmemo check it http://bit.ly/hW1Cch # Just found this old thang http://twitpic.com/3hv420 # omg love you @joelreilly. he just called me "Hermit the Frog" aaaahahah # MTV is the lava lamp of the 1980's. – Doug Ferrari # anyone wanna deliver me lunch? i will reward you with a jeffrey and my company. # operation don't leave the house is still going. i went out to hohoto & bizmedia and thats it in over one week. #hermit # baby you're a firework. # what makes you laugh out loud these days? — twitter peeps i follow & hipster hitler. http://4ms.me/i3IDJ2 # You're all in here > http://bit.ly/fXihAf @shopgirlsGB @marksww @nellabellabrand @moovbootcanada @joefreshstyle @dododays # it’s your lucky day, you know who you are! http://goo.gl/fb/GFEF3 #blog # i really love answering your questions. won't tweet all answers so i'm not toooooo annoying > http://formspring.com/casiestewart # Hot date with @raymitheminx before Whoreshoe for #ElectricXmas2 Look out. # most interesting party you've attended? — easy @BridalBashTO. http://4ms.me/eIU9bG # what has been your latest challenge you've succeeded at in your pe… — living and not letting that days just pass by http://4ms.me/h1wMIG # I love geeky girls! You're the cutest! There's nothing… — aw, thanks. what till you see me totally shit faced. haha http://4ms.me/e4FUaI # how do you think the toronto tech/blog/geny community … — i think it is very friendly. we'll get #genyto up and … http://4ms.me/exblRs # went…

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ho ho holy cow! here come the holidays!

Can you believe it’s almost December?! Time sure flies, eh? I’m getting ready for a month of travel (hello sunshine!), gift giving (to you from here) and looking back at all the great things I’ve done this year. My friends at Notable TV have put together a list of things to make your holiday shopping easier. Here’s a few of my fav’s.  Marc Jacobs – Bang & LOLA. The ads for these are so very pretty. Have you smelled them? Nice. Booze is always a good idea, especially if you are going to a party (or coming to my house), they recommend Jose Cuervo Silver. Nothing like a few tequila shots to get a party started! Aiaiaai! My other fav on their list is this fancy and oh so stylish fireplace designed by a Sydney Architect called the Zeta. Look at this thing! Pure class. It’s both mobile and  environmentally friendly. Ah, I would love to have one of these for my swanky New York loft (the one I dream about). For more gift ideas from Notable TV check out their full Gift Guide by clicking below and in the words of Julian Brass, STAY NOTABLE!

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thereis a certain calming peace when it’s this foggy

Restless Its a thin line that divides the ocean and the sky. A thin line which divides you and I. A small space. Without a trace, feelings vanish before my eyes. People leave to go back home and I am left here all alone. Resting by the ocean and taking in the sky. The waves are restless and so am I. Written:2004 Posted: May 22, 2006 Found these old pix as I was traveling through a time warp in MSN hotmail land from 2005-2006. I had really dark hair for a season here and there. I lived in New York and Indiana. I dated a hockey player. Seems so weird and long ago that life. It’s crazy how much we change as time goes by. I’ve been through so many different stages and likes, habits and hobbies. When I really think about it like now it’s quite amazing. I’m really excited for the future. Who knows what I will get up to, my wildest dreams I guess.  I’m happy to get wiser as I get older too, make better decisions that way. Have a great day 🙂

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#WarpedTour: guest post by @jordanrachael feat @lights @taylormomsen @OfficialAAR

Earlier this summer I sent two people as Casie Stewart Brand Ambassadors to Vans Warped Tour – Mike Albertini & Jordan Rachel. I gave them all access media & back stage. I asked Jordan to write about her experience & here it is. I’m Jordan, reporting for casiestewart.com … Van’s Warped Tour 2010. The Van’s Warped Tour is known to have one of the biggest set lists for any concert, with 70+ bands appearing at our hometown Toronto date, there was no shortage of genres represented. From the smooth poppy vocals of newly acclaimed Mike Posner, to the grungy rock sound of Taylor Momsen’s band The Pretty Reckless, fans of all kind gathered to see their favourite bands.I had the opportunity to get all access, backstage, media access with my partner in crime Michael Albertini. One of the first things Mike and I saw was a pretty tough looking dude sporting a “F**K JUSTIN BEIBER” tshirt.. (yes, spelt like that). From then on, we knew that this day would be one for the history books. The first artist we knew we had to see was Mike Posner, and as I suspected, with him came along a following of loyal fangirls. Although fairly new to the scene, or at least to my knowledge of him, he’s had a pretty steady crowd goin’ on. I guess that hit “Cooler Than Me” has really caught on! Soon after, we hit a few other bands such as The Cab, and The Reverend Peyton’s Big Damn Band (They were insane!!!) Then it was time for The Pretty Reckless, and most importantly for us: T.MOM! Not gonna lie, I have been a big fan of Gossip Girl for a while now, but let me tell you I have now seen Lil’ J in a whole new light… and I loved it! She had…

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WWKCD: What would Kelly Cutrone do?

I watch more then I listen, but I dig the Gossip Girl style. Always dressed up, classy. I started K.C’s book today. Gonna read a little more before bed. I’m about twenty pages and into it. Her attitude is totally refreshing. She doesn’t put up with whiny, negative, bitchy, complainers, and she knows what she’s doing because she worked at it. I find her to be quite admirable and I’m looking forward to seeing her IRL. I love this: “Because, if you’re the kind of person who senses there’s something out there beyond whatever it is you’re expected to do- if you want to be extra-ordinary- you will not get there by hanging around a bunch of people who tell you you’re not extraordinary. … We have a saying in New York: when you’re the most happening person at the party, it’s time to leave.” – Kelly Cutrone, If You have to Cry, Go Outside       She grew up in a small town and always wanted the city. It’s inspiring to learn about people that do the kinda things you like doing. I’m glad I got her book today, I was due for a new one since that bee sting book before last Fall. I like reading. I read more books in the summer, winter is online time. I like to bike somewhere  with my book and lay under a tree,  on a park bench in the sun. Did you know Kelly Cutrone used to read tarot cards  AND married Andy Warhol’s protégé, Ronnie Cutrone at 21? She has worked with the best fashion designers and heaps of interesting creative peeps. ELLE wrote about her here and asked a bunch of questions. This is my favorite Q/A: On witchcraft: “A lot of people think I’m a Wiccan. I’m…

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Kevin, you’re what French call les incompetents

This is me today… I’m heading to New York tomorrow and excited. I’m also a bit nervous and having anxiety. I’ve never been to NY and i’m flying porter there all by myself then I have to take a taxi to our hotel. I know everything will be fine but I can’t help but feel the nerves kicking in.  I’ve got two suitcases, one for NY and one packed for Cuba on Monday. I’m very lucky to be going but i’m feeling the pressure to get lots of stuff done for work and blog and pack and family/christmas stuff.  Plus, Blackberry emails are not coming through and twitter replies are slow, adding to the anxiousness. In other news, I’ve decided to sell the Bell Google Android phone.  If you want it, tell me, I posted it here. Take a deep breath…I’m so ready for the beach.

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the last pair of black gloves in bloomingdales

Serendipity is on tv right now and like every year I watch it, obviously.  I love it, I’m a sucker for the romance. This year I’m going to New York (for my first time) and I can barely contain my excitement. I just realized,  I’m going to see the tree, THE TREE! This one: The same one I have like always wanted to see since I first saw Home Alone in 1990. We’re gonna visit Elsa Cohen. Keri & I had some fun getting holiday gear today. ready today. I love the ribbons, glitter and this missive candycane -> This weekend I found myself smiling from ear to ear and humming holiday tunes after I left stores. I love that. I also got all my gifts for my family wrapped and ready to be delivered. I’m feeling the holiday spirit really excited to be going away this year!

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TGIF – all i hear is click click keyboards

I’ve got some exciting news… I’m heading to NEW YORK and CUBA with my favorite for Christmakkuh. So excited. OMG. Leaving in two weeks… I didn’t update my blog yesterday but let me tell you, tweets are flying with what I  am doing 24/7/365. If you’re ever bored and have already trolled this blog, go read my tweets. You just might pee your pants.  I laugh and love it. For example, today I had toasted coconut after a Boston creme #FML. My friend posted these old pics on Facebook yesterday and I had a chuckle. I’ve changed so much over the years. These were all in about 1998-199. I looked TOTALLY different in 2001 here. New show at work, Jersey Shore. haha so funny;  beers +bitches +beach +protein +tanning +hair gel +cologne = guidos.  I’ve been talking with an accent all day and I can’t get enough.  I’m watching the repeat right now. Tonight is heart for the Holidays at Marben. Come out. Have drinks fun & party with me and a zillion of TO’s coolest., smartest & best looking GenY peeps. See ya there! Happy Friday! TGIF

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tonight we get together and gab about the goss

I’m having a bunch of babes over to watch The Hills/City finale tonight: @kericdn @kaponetwo @biancaswane @elsacohen @rochlatinsky @destiniya @carolzara & maybe @jhoo04 Cast Confessions: From The Hills And The City (9-10 p.m. ET), The Hills Season Finale (10-10:30 p.m. ET), The City Season Finale (10:30 – 11 p.m. ET) and finally Dan & Jessi host The Finale: Live In New York (11 – 11:30 p.m. ET). MTV’s got Audrina, Whitney, Roxy, Kristin, Holly, Stacie, Lo, Brody, Olivia, Erin and Justin Bobby all packed into one amazing night. OMG. It all starts at 9 ET!

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