This was my third year attending BlogHer and each year has been different for me. I always have an agenda. In 2015 when it took place in New York City, I was very open-minded because it was my first BlogHer conference. I had a great time and enjoyed the sessions I attended, key note speakers, expo hall, special events, networking with other bloggers and the parties! Last year I … [Read more...]
Tips for Saving Money When Attending Blog Conferences
I was recently asked how I was able to attend BlogHer 16” among other blog conferences and if I would share my methods. So, there are definitely levels to this. When I first started blogging in 2009 I saved my money and would budget my expenses for attending blog conferences. Lets take a trip down memory lane. The first blog conference I EVER attended was Bloggy Bootcamp … [Read more...]
Type-A Parent Conference Takeaways
I really enjoyed attending the Type-A Parent Conference last month in Buckhead, GA. I hadn't attended Type-A Parent Conference since 2012, the last year it was hosted in North Carolina. I got so much valuable information and connected with some great brands throughout the weekend. I left the conference feeling like I have so much work to do and need to really step my game up. … [Read more...]
BlogHer 2015 Tips & Takeaways
Now that I am well rested and caught up with work I can tell you that... I had a great experience in New York City for BlogHer 2015 Experts Among Us! This was my first BlogHer Conference. I was able to attend some of my scheduled sessions of choice, saw the keynote speakers, attended special events, enjoyed expo hall networking and the PARTIES! I was able to reconnect with my … [Read more...]
Be a Walking Billboard!
I am still totally missing Lake Buena Vista, FL and The Niche Parent Conference. It came and went so quickly! I’m always thinking about how I want to brand myself during a blog conference and make it easier for other bloggers to recognize me and make the connection that Jen is indeed @JaelDesignsInc of Jael Custom Designs! I will have my business cards as usual but, I wanted … [Read more...]