Are you thinking about whether to go to conference in August? Wondering whether you should make the investment of time and money? Wondering what you'll get out of it AND, most importantly, wondering whether you'll be able to unbury the kids from the ceiling-high pile of laundry that will inevitably appear while you're gone???
I hear you and I think they are excellent questions.
We women know all too well the constraints on our time - we run the show not only in our business but in just about every area of our lives. Sometimes we just need that "Calgon" moment - time for us. Time to relax, unwind, and reinvigorate our minds, bodies, and businesses. That's one of the reasons I'm a huge believer in attending conferences and conventions. The change of scenery always helps me appreciate home. It also gives me perspective - on life and business. I always leave with my batteries recharged.
Conferences also give me the opportunity to rub shoulders with like-minded women who are more than happy to share their successes and challenges - who let me know I'm not out there alone. I love getting girl-time to stay up late or sleep in a bit - what a luxury.
While my business is definitely feeling the pinch of the challenging economy here in Northeast Ohio, I've been putting away $25.00 from each job I've done since right after last August in my "Conference Fund" jar to help pay for expenses. How great to have a job where I can get a vacation/tax write off and professional enrichment!!
I'm looking forward to chilling out at the Wild Horse Pass Resort & Spa and soaking in the sun while soaking up all the wonderfully fabulous ideas I know we're going to get. Have you read the great reviews on TripAdvisor about the resort? Sounds like heaven!
If you're thinking what I'm thinking, then I know I'll see you in Arizona in August - and I'm going to leave a shovel in the laundry room so they can dig themselves out!
Diana, Devine Designs
I too am excited about Conference. Not only will you return home with a wealth of knowledge, you'll have fun soaking it all in. Members of The SDP are clearly kindred spirits and it is this spirit that truly encourages friendships and business alliances. It doesn't matter if you are a "new-be" or have been in business for years. There is always more to learn and people to meet. I am always energized when I return home from Conference and find myself looking forward a year until it comes around again. I encourage all of you to attend, and hey, while your at it, schedule a massage!
Posted by: Paula A. Henry | March 28, 2008 at 02:31 AM
Hello Diana,
All of it is sooo true!!!! I went to last years conference and I don't regret a penny spent. All of us women are going after our dreams and it makes it even more special when you can share it with your peers.....
See yah soon,
Terry (oh yah!!! my 9 year old is already learning how to do his own laundry) lol
www.TerrysEnchantedCottage.com
Posted by: Terry Grahl | March 24, 2008 at 06:55 AM