I’m heading to a coding conference in a few days! And unlike some past events I’ve been to, this time I’m doing a bit of preparatory thinking/planning to help me make the most out of attending. I’ve set 3 goals I’d like to accomplish during the two-day conference:

ONE
From all the people I meet, I will meet 3 people to exchange contact details with in stay in contact with after the event has finished. These may be people who I can learn from, or share my own experience with. But I want to leave with at least three new solid connections that I can build upon.

How will I do this?

• Get clear on what I do & what I want so that I can clearly share this with other people
• Actually ask for people’s contact details! Sounds obvious, but I don’t always do it.

TWO
I plan to get some practice speaking technically and bearing my expertise. I’m in the habit of minimizing my skills and knowledge, especially when it comes to talking about technical topics. This needs to stop!

How will I do this?

• Make an effort to talk to people! No hiding in my mobile or laptop. Works well with goal number one