Why Conventions Can Help Your Blog Capability
Not long ago, I went to a conference about a topic related to my industry. While I was there, I met several people who actually gave me some referral email addresses and such to try. Not much has come of it yet, but I’m on somebody’s metaphorical radar now all the same.
I know what you’re probably thinking right now: travel? In this economy? Surely, sir, you jest. But no, I jest not! For going to conventions can give you a lot of help in your blogging pursuits.
1. You make contacts. Though nothing may ever come of these contacts, it’s never a bad idea to shake a hand and introduce yourself. This helps to develop a network that can be helpful down the road.
2. You get exposure. When you introduce yourself as part of the media, and get that press badge, you suddenly take on a whole new level of credibility. You ARE the media. it says so on your badge! That makes people much more willing to talk to you.
3. You get tax advantages. Let’s face it, folks, we’re all eager to keep the government’s hand out of our pocket, and travel expenses are a long-held deduction. Be sure to talk to your tax professional for more information.
Add those all together and you get some good reasons to book a trip for your blog!
