You have internet everywhere! There are videos on your phone, in the car, in the subway, at restaurants… We're bombarded with “free” learning opportunities everywhere we go, so why in the world would you want to pay to go to an event in person? We've got three of the top reasons to attend a conference this year as told by our own retreat attendees (and a Blog Well Retreat Ticket giveaway below!)
Top Three Reasons to Attend Conferences
1. Networking and new connections
“The connections, information and help were exceptional. I learned so much, made great friends, and left with many ideas for growth.” – Lorraine Hebler
Networking is one of the biggest benefits of attending IRL (in real life) events. Every time our business has grown it has been a direct result of someone else speaking into our business, and many of those key influential people I met at conferences and retreats I attended.
Tip: Go prepared. Check out the speaker list and join the attendee community groups prior to the event to “scope out” who you want to connect with and then make a plan to make it happen at the event. Sometimes these meetings can even be set up in advance.
2. Knowledge, hands-on learning and implementing time
“I loved the hands-on learning at #BlogWellRetreats. I came away with the courage to start my more niche-focused blog.” – Rachel Cunningham
“Blog Well Retreats has a great balance of teaching time and work time. I loved the actionable steps provided by the speakers.” – The BeckyMarie
Events generally have some kind of instruction as a goal. Either new product information, new market tools, new strategies to be applied, etc. When you get away from your normal routing, leave the distractions of home at home, you can focus better on learning. At Blog Well Retreats we place a big focus on implementation and working ON your business and with both the full day and VIP tickets you have time and access to the speakers/experts to get the help you need to smash those hurdles that have been holding up progress in your business.
Tip: Go prepared: Study the schedule in advance and choose the sessions you want to attend live. Also make a punch list of things you need help with and who you might ask about it while there.
3. New tools!
“The gifts were amazing! As was the personal attention each attendee received. I am leaving with more direction, SEO understanding, and a focus on the message God has given me.” – Danielle Tate
Everyone knows that working smarter, not harder, is a good plan. Whether in sessions, conversations with speakers and other attendees or in the swag bags, I always come away with new tools to try out in my business. And as the digital landscape continues to grow and develop there are always new tools to find and try.
“Truly a great retreat. I would highly recommend it to others!” – Brenda Mason
Giveaway: One VIP Ticket to Blog Well Retreat, Cocoa Beach, FL, September 24-25, 2018
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I sure would love to win this!!