Shawn, Ruthann and I had the pleasure speaking to a great group of young aspiring entrepreneurs at Boston University Tuesday night. It was fantastic to meet so many students taking an early interest in starting their own ventures and resisting the normalcy of working for “The Man” when they graduate. Extra credit to those that were there too…considering it was a beautiful 75 degree spring evening in Boston, not to mention the Red Sox were in town.

Some other speakers included Yair Marcow and Will Thomas of Mavenomics, Ben Casnocha, Author of My Start-Up Life and Ben Cathers, Co-Founder of Search Rate Technologies. All equally interesting and talented entrepreneurs.

Special thanks to Lisa Hoyman, Michael Rodov and Florence Zagruzny for hosting such a great event!

Hi Anne! Before we get into the meat, or bones, of this interview, please tell us a little bit about your college background.

I just graduated form UMASS Dartmouth in December with B.S in Business Management with a concentration in HR.

For all the readers out there, what are some of your favorite things to do?

In my free time my favorite things to do are play basketball, sleep, watch movies, and hang out with my boyfriend.

I’m not big into basketball, but sleeping is something I’m a PRO at!

Do you get scared about the student loans barking at your door?!

I am definitely scared about my student loans. I’m not sure when I am actually going to finish paying them off, on top of all the other bills I have.

You need GEEZEO to help you consolidate your loans and save you up to 60%!! Life is easier with Geezeo… seriously!

What’s your plan for paying off your college debt?

I plan on making monthly payments as soon as May 2007.

Did you let credit card debt dig its teeth into you during your college career?

Thank god in college I never signed up for any credit cards — so, I’m pretty safe in that department.

Me too – surprisingly they don’t give credit cards to dogs… even cute little ones like me!

What are some of your financial goals?

I plan on Investing my money down the road, and paying off my college loans.

What is your prediction of your financial situation in 5 years? How do you plan on getting there?

To achieve my financial goals I’m going to make sure I have a great career, make lots of money, stay away from credit card DEBT, and make sure I limit my expenses.

- Good Plan -

Do you currently use any software or other tools to track your finances?

Besides my online Banking, NO.

If there was an easy to use, fun program to help you keep track of your finances, find the right credit cards and loans, help you to save, and do so much more, would you use it?

DEFINITELY!

If you could buy anything in the world, what would you buy?

A life time of happiness and peace of mind.

Thanks for your time; it’s been great!!

Thank you Booboo!

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Company Overview:Geezeo is going to revolutionize the way you manage your finances. This easy to use application is going to help you manage your money, set financial goals, and create strategies to meet your goals. Utilizing web 2.0 technology, Geezeo will deliver the most advanced web-based personal finance application.

The Geezeo team is targeting local colleges to help more students with their finances. At Geezeo your input is vital, and your hard work will be noticed. We are currently looking for several candidates to lead the teams at select universities. If you have the drive and mindset to be successful, contact us today at team@geezeo.com!

Brand Executive Benefits:

• $10/hr. – 5 hours max. per week
• Add to your resume by becoming part of an innovative, cutting edge company
• Gain first access to classified new features
• Work with your peers in a friendly environment
• Personalized business cards w/your affiliate ID
• Point bonuses, EXTRA points allotted for outstanding performances (to be redeemed for almost anything – i.e. computers, TVs, ipods, etc.)
• Free promotional gear (t-shirts, hats, posters, etc.)

Responsibilities:

• Manage and recruit a group of Brand Ambassadors
• Help us with product and market strategy
• Build brand awareness on your campus
• Be an integral part of product/feature development
• Take part in promotional events on and off your campus
• Sponsor and plan your own Geezeo endorsed events

Requirements:

• Student at an accredited college/university
• Interest in hands-on marketing, brand development, product/feature development, business development, etc.
• Tech savvy
• Outgoing and friendly
• Financial knowledge a plus, but not required

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Ok…just did a link to a bunch of songs about money on Wikipedia and it got us thinking about movies about money. All of us here at Geezeo are huge movie fans so we thought we would start to put together a list of some of the movies we like that base the plot around money. Once we have a good list we’ll do another post. One of my favorites is Trading Places. We’d love to hear about some of your favorites.

Songs about money ∞ wikipedia – Over 100 songs about money…I’m sure there are more, but looks like a pretty good playlist to me.

Doing your taxes sounds like less fun than taking your finals, but don’t be so glum. Doing your taxes could actually get you some cash back in your pocket. If you’ve had any money taken out of your paychecks you could have a refund coming your way. For some extra guidance on filing your taxes as a college student check out these 12 Tax Tips for College Students and this article from UNM’s Daily Lobo.

If you’re a recent grad you should check out some of these tips from TurboTax. TurboTax addresses deductions like Student Loan Interest, Moving Expenses and Job Hunting costs. All of which can put more cash in your pocket come tax time.

Lifestyles of the Rich and Stupid — Get Rich Slowly – Some of the stupid things that rich people have done with their money…

Hi Chris! Before we get into the meat, or bones, of this interview, please tell us a little bit about your college background.

I recently graduated from Northeastern University in the heart of Red Sox Nation, Boston, MA. I took part in NU’s co-op program and earned a Bachelor of Science Degree in Business Administration with a concentration in Finance and Entrepreneurship.

For all the readers out there, what are some of your favorite things to do?

I’m a huge fan of music, both listening to it and creating it. I’ve been producing hip-hop beats for a few years now and would love to someday have my own studio. I’m also interested in entrepreneurship and would love to one day start my own company. Other than that, I’m into just about all sports, hanging out with friends and long walks on the beach. OK, that last one wasn’t serious, but I do like the beach.

I love the beach too – playing in the sand is my favorite! I also look great in my bikini… OK, I’m not serious about that either!

Do you get scared about the student loans barking at your door?!

Well they’ve already been barking at me for a little while now, so I’m starting to get used to them.

What’s your plan for paying off your college debt?

I’m set up on a monthly payment plan, which I think works out pretty well for me. Fortunately, I’m working full time, so that’s helping out with the payments.

Did you let credit card debt dig its teeth into you during your college career?

Luckily, I was able to stay away from credit card debt during college.

What are some of your financial goals?

I’d like to start investing more in the near future, pay off some of these nasty college loans and eventually get invited to sign up for a Black American Express card.

The Black Diamond! Bow down sales people!

What is your prediction of your financial situation in 5 years? How do you plan on getting there?

Hopefully, I’ll be on my second real estate venture by then, with some great credit and less college loans to worry about. I plan on working hard for the money, so you better treat me right. Great song.

Do you currently use any software or other tools to track your finances?

Currently, the only thing I use to track my finances are Excel and a filing cabinet with bills in it.

If there was an easy to use, fun program to help you keep track of your finances, find the right credit cards and loans, help you to save, and do so much more, would you use it?

Well, that just sounds too good to pass up.

Chris, it is too good to pass up!

If you could buy anything in the world, what would you buy?

A beach house in the Caribbean with my own private recording studio. A nice ocean view wouldn’t hurt either

Hey, you can put your beach house on your Black AMEX!

Of course!

Thanks for your time; it’s been great!!

Thank you Booboo!

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