Go Blog Social Wrap
I was excited to attend my first blog conference! Go Blog Social conference was held this past weekend in my hometown of Kansas City, Mo. I won my ticket from Katelyn of Katalina Girl’s Blog. The conference was held at the Berg which was a secluded yet surprisingly stylish event space. Surprisingly because the space seems as if it needs a secret knock to enter, but once in you’re in you’re in. Most conferences are held in major cities, but to have one in my hometown something is could have never imagined. I few solo to the event with expectations of meeting new blogger friends and excited to learn as much as about blogging.
Just follow the “B”
The Photobus was cool! It’s a vintage VW bus that has been transformed into a mobile photo booth.
The event space was beautiful.
The conference informational suggested that you wear something comfortable as you would do be walking throughout the day. I went shopping the evening before to at the Goodwill. I want to find something chic and comfy, but without trying to be a glam goddess. I opted to wear a pair of wide leg bottom jeans, a cute tee, and a blazer. My outfit excluding shoes totaled $17.98. Now, that is what I call Chic on the Cheap.
My outfit was thrifted outside of my t-shirt. You don’t to sacrifice price for style.
Upon entry into the Berg you were greeted with a friendly smile and handed a nice gift bag. The Berg started to fill-in quickly with bloggers from all over the United States. Farm to Market Bread Company provided breakfast which included plain croissant, chocolate croissants, and walnut banana bread. The banana bread was moist and divine, better than my dad’s bread. Shhh…You better not tell!
The networking session was in full effect.
I sat on the end of the row just in case I made to make a quick jaunt to the ladies room without having to disturb the speaker. The speakers shared a melting pot of topics from Building a following, branding yourself, and monetizing your blog. Every speaker provided information that I just sat in total awe of. I look forward to utilizing everything that I have learned and put into action. So, I bet by now you are wondering…What they said. Well, not being a knowledge hog. You know because we’re friends so I will share. But only because I love you, here are a few of the lessons that resonated with me from the conference.
- Jessica Merchant of How Sweet It Is blog – Qualify your following: Readers are the most important part of your blog. Be Passionate: What do you know? What do you absolutely love? Be Consistent: Be there in the Blog world. If you are bored with your content, Blog about something else. Be supportive: Support other’s in the blogging community. Credit other’s ideas. Share the love.
- Kelly Synder of Kansas City Mamas – Statistics: Don’t forward your blog stats in via email. Media Kit: Get one! It doesn’t matter how many readers you have. If you don’t know how to do one, hire it out! Conduct a Reader Survey: This provides you with deep insights from your readers. Elevator Pitch: Your elevator pitch should include; Key insights from your readers survey, your unique voice, why you are attractive to companies, and your blog and web address.
- Nicole Regan from Cedar & Rush – Socialize online with others will give you the opportunity to have something to say in person. Don’t forget to spread the love with likes, favorites, and retweets. Ask Questions and Give compliments. Networking in person: Support others by attending their events. Be genuine. Most importantly! And I am so guilty of doing this. When you introduce yourself say your first and last name including your blog name.
I hope these tips have given you a little insight on the knowledge that was bestowed upon me and others this past weekend. Want to learn more? Follow: Go Blog Social via Twitter and scroll through the feed to get more tips/advice. Also, be sure to attend Go Blog Social next year!
Want to see more pictures from my experience at Go blog Social? Visit my Facebook page and select my GBS 2014 album.
