Like the first day of school, we all get anxious. What will I need? What will they offer me? I was fortunate enough to win tickets to the Lifestyle Blogger National Conference 2015 in Los Angeles this past weekend. I knew that in 2015, I wanted to revitalize my blog. Attending a conference would not only inspire me but help me learn. I can honestly say I was not prepared to go, but since I won the tickets it was on! I began by ordering business cards through Vista Print. I am a baby in terms of blogging, but I wanted to be prepared to network. After all networking is the second biggest reason to attend any conference. I was so happy to receive as promised and placed them in another pouch, since I didn't want them to get lost in my large tote. Next I remembered I saw a video from Jennifer Ross, where she talked about her experience at a blogger's conference in January.
I knew I was set in terms of taking my Whipping Post Tote, that i received for my birthday. It is an open tote, making sure that nothing falls out is key. So, I began to gather my essentials. I knew that I had to take my pencil pouch from my school bag. I was debating on whether to take my tablet or laptop, but decided to take neither. I figured with my notebook, I would be able to write down key points. What I did need, was to make sure that I took a portable charger. After all, I didn't want to miss out on taking pictures and I still wanted to keep my social media posts up to the minute! I also took a personal pouch, which held items like lipstick, advil, feminine wipes, and translucent powder. I also took my smaller calendar to quickly jot down goals for my blog. You never know when a bright idea comes through the brain waves.
I can honestly tell you I felt the part, I looked the part but most I was comfortable all day. I drove over 2 hours to be at this conference and commuted both days. I knew that I needed essentials to get me through. What I didn't expect was to form relationships because of my essentials. I sat at a table with some fabulous ladies. During the conference we were encouraged to post on social media sites and my neighbor was running low on battery. I pulled out my pouch and plugged her in to my portable charger. She was so appreciative of that. I think that as a woman, its important to be prepared but also share the wealth.
Are you prepared for your next conference?
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