How to Rock a Conference
How to Rock a Conference
What you’ll learn
Skills you’ll gain
In order to grow your network and advance your skills, you need to attend conferences. But so much of networking seems to hinge on pure chance; how can you increase your odds of making deeper, more productive connections? In this course, business expert Bianca Lager walks you through exactly how to make the most of attending a conference. This course is for everyone, from employees to CEOs, who struggle to make a lasting impression. You'll learn how the “Three P's” of success — preparation, presence, and positivity — project power and command attention. By the end of this course, you'll have the tools needed to win respect and make lasting conference connections.
Syllabus
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Rock your role at a conference Commanding attention and respect leads to the right actions and outcomes, even if it's just a one-on-one coffee break. 3m
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Making deeper connections Network, network, network is often the popular advice for business or career growth -- but that's not the full story. 4m
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Fundamentals of a conference pro Preparation, Presence and Positivity are the fundamental pillars of success. 2m
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Network goal setting Goals are the difference between lucky breaks and intentional wins. 4m
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When you're at the show Navigating through hordes of people can be exhausting and somewhat impossible. 3m
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Excel at virtual conferences Virtual conferences are only increasing in popularity. 3m
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Leveraging social media at conferences Social media is the hidden tool of conferences. 3m
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Planning connections before attending You'll have less time to make plans once you touch down at the conference. 2m
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Travel and scheduling tips You can make or break your experience by making a good travel agenda. 4m
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It's all in the script Make a strong impression by mastering what you already know. 2m
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What to bring Little things can make a world of difference. After this lesson, you'll be able to back the perfect conference kit so that you're never in a bind. 3m
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Dress for the occasion One of the most critical ways you communicate your presence to others is through your appearance. 4m
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Networking behaviors to avoid Don't turn people off with innocent but inconsiderate behaviors. 3m
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Be the protagonist A positive viewpoint and genuinely encouraging the best in others inspires others to reciprocate. 4m
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Following up with new connections So you've made a ton of connections, now don't let them go to waste. 4m
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If you're running the show Working a conference can be rewarding but exhausting. 3m
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First time conference attendees Attending a conference for the first time can be intimidating. 4m
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For anyone at a conference Whether working or attending a conference, there are some critical factors for success. 3m
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Preparing for your next conference Now you're ready to start preparing for your next conference. You've got this! 1m
Certificate
Certificate of Completion
Awarded upon successful completion of the course.
Instructor
Bianca Lager
Bianca Lager is a business manager, consultant, and public speaker whose specialties include organizational development, career growth, and online reputation management. Bianca is also the President of Social Intelligence, a consumer reporting agency focused on online risk for human resources. By driving the vision for Social Intelligence to provide productive, ethical, and innovative solutions, she has spent her time working closely with Fortune 500 companies and nonprofits alike to create safe and discrimination-free workplaces. Bianca obtained an MBA from Pepperdine University with a concentration in Dispute Resolution. Prior to that, she spent several years as a business manager in the event industry before moving on to technology.
Bianca Lager
CEO, Fundamentals At Work
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