Simply Tasheena: Blogger Conferences

This is a sponsored post. All opinions are of my own.

Around this time almost three years ago. I was online and reading a blog post and I noticed an image on the right toolbar promoting an event. This was the first time that I ever heard about this event, and I was intrigued to learn more. I did a quick google search and learned that the Summit was taking place that fall in Chicago. I read a little more about the event, and I was on a mission to attend it that year. I only had a few months to plan, and I didn't know anyone who had attended the event in the past and who was attending the event that year. I didn't allow that to stop me though. Attending The Moms Meet WOW Summit is one of the best decisions I could have made as a blogger/influencer and mom. I met so many amazing moms and connected with so many amazing brands that I still use to date. I didn't know anyone and everyone welcomed me with opened arms. It was truly one of the best blogger experiences EVER! Below, I'm sharing a full breakdown of the event. I can't wait to see you there!

Moms Meet WOW Summit ’19 Breakdown

Event Dates: September 27-28

Location: Sheraton Arlington, Texas (in the Dallas/Fort Worth area)

1500 Convention Center Dr, Arlington, Texas 76011

Who attends?

Day one is just for mom bloggers and influencers. Day two is open to all moms (and also dads, grandparents, and other caretakers). This powerful two-day annual event is filled with inspiration and education. Join hundreds of moms, mom bloggers, and influencers committed to leading a healthy lifestyle. You’ll discover better-for-you products in the Exhibit Hall, attend educational workshops, and hear from compelling speakers. Plus, you’ll have the chance to win prizes and take home goody bags filled with amazing products worth over $250!

What to expect

Friday (For mom bloggers and social media influencers only):

Educational workshops and panel discussions
Exclusive networking time with better-for-you brands, fellow bloggers and influencers
Cocktail party, including one complimentary beverage and hors d’oevres (Also open to general admission attendees)

Saturday (For all moms):

Workshops and sessions with expert speakers on various parenting and wellness topics
An Exhibit Hall filled with the newest natural, organic, non-GMO, eco, educational, and allergy-free products on the market, plus so much more. You’ll be able to try products and get your questions answered by your favorite (or soon to be favorite) brands, plus fill your bags with FREE samples.

Sneak peek of this year’s topics:

Our keynote Danny Seo, an Emmy Award-winning host and creator of Naturally, Danny Seo, will share his top 20 all-star tips to go green and live healthy.
Dr. Laura Markham, author of the Peaceful Parent, Happy Kids series will teach the audience how to get your kids to cooperate without yelling, bribes, or punishment.
For those wondering when you’ll ever sleep again, Carolynne J. Harvey, Founder of Dream Baby Sleep, will offer guidance on sleep issues at every age and stage.

Workshop topics on Saturday include:

The Art of Getting Organized and Staying That Way
Celebrating Your Body After Baby
Kids + Food: Establishing a Healthy Relationship
7 Health Mistakes Every Mom Makes and the Prescription to Fix Them
Public Parenting: Modern Manners for Sticky Situations

Workshop topics on Friday include:

All About the Benjamins: The Many Ways to Make Money As a Content Creator
10 Editing Tips Every Blogger Should Know
The Secret to Growing Your Facebook Audience Organically
From Blogger to Podcaster: Tips and Tricks We Learned Along the Way
How to Land the Television Appearance
Making the Connection: How Influencers Can Effectively Work with Brands
Manifesting More in Less Time
Building a Visually Appealing Brand: How to Create and Curate Authentic and Engaging Content

How to Register

WOW Summit passes are available to purchase online. Ticket prices range from $35–$115.

For a complete event, itinerary, full list of speakers and view participating exhibitors and sponsors.

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One of the things I love most to do is Personal Development. Prior to even becoming a Blogger. I used to attend every workshop my supervisor would approve. This gave me the opportunity to not only improve on my craft. It also gave me the opportunity to connect with others in the same field as me. When I started blogging back in September of 2011. I didn't even realize that there was an entire community within the blogging world. I was amazed at how much I would learn from other bloggers on a daily basis. When I started to learn of the blogger conferences, my goal was to attend as many as possible the following year. I attended BlogHer back in 2012, and I was hooked! I've noticed that a lot of people are a little perplexed about how to budget and save for a conference, and the expenses they should consider. Below I'm sharing How I Budget & Save for Conferences, I've also included a video. Of course, I use these same principles no matter which conference I'm attending.

Associated Cost

Know the entire cost of the conference. Do you have to pay for any of the items listed below?
Conference Ticket
Lodging (hotel/Airbnb)
Travel (Flight, uber/Lyft, rental car, gas)
Food (breakfast lunch, dinner, airport)

Example

Ticket $500
Lodging $800
Travel $400
Food $200

Total = $1900

Most conferences work with hotels to have a special rate for the event. Depending on the conference size the room can possibly book up fast. Most conferences provide this information on their website.
Not all conferences are alike. Know what food is being provided. Are they providing lunch or coffee/tea throughout the event? Is food provided on the first and last day?
It also very important to consider travel, will you be taking a flight, is the event within driving distance? Do you need to rent a car? How much gas will you need?

Save

Most conferences are held on an annual basis and most conference dates have already been posted for the following year that conference has already passed. If you have a full year to save for your conference. On a spreadsheet or piece of paper. Calculate the total cost above and divide it by 12. If you're using the example above, that would be $1900/ 12 = $160 monthly estimated saving cost.

Now Save

It's really that simple. On a weekly basis, you can save $40 a week or $80 bi-weekly or the $160 monthly. Above is just a rough estimate of expenses. However, I highly suggest creating a savings account now that designated solely for professional development or conferences. It makes it a lot easier to plan for a conference when you have the money on hand and saved.

Tips:

Most conferences give huge discounts for the following year conference ticket if you purchase it within the first couple of days of it going unofficially on sale.
You can save big on hotels if you have a roommate or decide to go the Airbnb route.
Unforateltnelty, Due to unforeseen circumstances, some people have to sell their ticket. Let your friends know that you're interested in buying a ticket (this is in the event that the conference is sold out)