Funny thing is I did this once and helped out at a TEDx event, but I didn't have quite the experience I'd hoped. However, I'd totally try it again. I will let you know if I do!
oh no! But having put together a TEDx before, I can see how everything is so scrambly because people usually do this on a volunteer basis. A tip from me: see if the TEDx hosts a speaker reception and/or trainings for staff & speakers beforehand. Those are THE places to mingle because you won't get mixed up with the TEDx audience!
I love how this piece turned out Becky. The storytelling is so good, and the message of finding creative/authentic/unconventional ways of opening doors to opportunity is awesome.
Thanks for sharing your experience! :D Networking seems scary when you don't know what you're bringing to the table -- we learn and realize how much we have to share, but only if we put ourselves in the heart of it :)
Catching up with you is lovely, especially to be able to be around a fellow creative in the hustle bustle of Hong Kong and living a slow life together 🥹💖
Yes definitely! And I've stopped showing up to networking events that are just industry events or just because. I'll go if I'm actively involved in it, or I received a personal invite from someone I know well.
Hehe looking forward to spending more slow time with you!!! Will host you soon :)
I love this story. It's inspiring. I've been kinda doing this in the Seattle Arts Scene. I think with a strong "why" behind it, this way of networking is incredibly powerful. I'm glad you are sharing your wisdom!
Ooooh how are you currently involved in the Seattle Arts Scene? Thanks for the kind words, and for truly helping shape this story! I'm so glad it found some resonance.
Becky, I really enjoyed the practical advice and the conversational voice as you encourage the reader to jump into the action to help.
Thanks Raksha! If you ever give this a go, let me know how it goes ;)
Funny thing is I did this once and helped out at a TEDx event, but I didn't have quite the experience I'd hoped. However, I'd totally try it again. I will let you know if I do!
oh no! But having put together a TEDx before, I can see how everything is so scrambly because people usually do this on a volunteer basis. A tip from me: see if the TEDx hosts a speaker reception and/or trainings for staff & speakers beforehand. Those are THE places to mingle because you won't get mixed up with the TEDx audience!
Excellent piece, Becky! Love the practical advice. Thanks for taking the dread out of these networking events.
Aw thanks John! Networking events are often so dull, I still wonder how it's a thing...
I love how this piece turned out Becky. The storytelling is so good, and the message of finding creative/authentic/unconventional ways of opening doors to opportunity is awesome.
Also love the life updates! So on board :)
Heck yeah!! Thanks for the encouragement, Tommy :)
Thanks for sharing your experience! :D Networking seems scary when you don't know what you're bringing to the table -- we learn and realize how much we have to share, but only if we put ourselves in the heart of it :)
Catching up with you is lovely, especially to be able to be around a fellow creative in the hustle bustle of Hong Kong and living a slow life together 🥹💖
Yes definitely! And I've stopped showing up to networking events that are just industry events or just because. I'll go if I'm actively involved in it, or I received a personal invite from someone I know well.
Hehe looking forward to spending more slow time with you!!! Will host you soon :)
I love this story. It's inspiring. I've been kinda doing this in the Seattle Arts Scene. I think with a strong "why" behind it, this way of networking is incredibly powerful. I'm glad you are sharing your wisdom!
Ooooh how are you currently involved in the Seattle Arts Scene? Thanks for the kind words, and for truly helping shape this story! I'm so glad it found some resonance.