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Hosting Your Own Workshop, Seminar or Event

Many of us participate in workshops, conferences and seminars as part of our home businesses—either as a way of making customer contacts and sales, or as a way of networking, or even as a way of improving our skills and competency. Have you ever thought of hosting your own workshop or event? Hosting a workshop or a seminar can be a great way to make contacts, present pertinent and interesting material and promote your business. Some individuals are even able to make a decent amount of money on conferences, workshops, classes, and the like. The thing to remember, however, is … Continue reading →

Presenting and Teaching at Workshops and Conferences

While some people build their businesses on speaking, teaching and presenting, others can use presenting and teaching at workshops, classes and conferences as a way to market and grow an existing business with a different focus. Perhaps you have considered teaching or wondered if branching out and presenting at industry conferences could be a way for you to expand and supplement your business? Just about every industry or field of business has conferences, workshops, and professional development. If you are a massage therapist or a child care provider, there are conferences geared toward your profession. Sure, you can attend conferences … Continue reading →

How Many Conferences Should You Attend a Year (if Any)?

There are pros and cons for attending conferences as a home business owner. The challenge is to figure out if the cost of attending the conference pays off in terms of knowledge, exposure, and networking. I’m not talking about businesses where you do the bulk of your sales through conferences and expos—but the type of professional conferences that are geared toward specific fields and trades. Is it worth it to attend, and if so, how many conferences should a person attend in a year? Conferences can be expensive. You have to factor in your tuition, the price of hotel rooms … Continue reading →