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Conference Crazy

Writer: Mimi Milan
Mimi Milan
May 1, 2017
2 min read

Writer's Digest, RWA, RT, ACFW, Moonlight & Magnolias...

There is no shortage of conferences for writers looking to study their craft, network with industry professionals, and find inspiration amongst fellow storytellers. In fact, I'm getting ready to head off to one myself - The Romantic Times (RT) Book Convention from May 2 - 7 in Atlanta, GA. Needless to say, I'm pretty excited.

And just a little crazy.

See, conferences are a little different for readers than they are for writers. As a reader, I get to pack some cute clothes and go enjoy workshops while meeting my favorite authors, collecting amazing books and swag at my leisure. However, things are a little different when I attend as an author. Now I'm the one responsible for making sure that all those nifty little gifts, swag, and books are in order for my readers. It's the writers who put together the workshops and present them, create and host themed parties, and basically make sure everything is on target for ensuring that readers have a great time.

My RT "Gift Basket Giveaway" for Readers

Oh, don't get me wrong! We writers have a great time, too. Many of us (especially first timers) get just as much benefit as everyone else from the workshops. We dance and eat our fill at the parties, too. Plus, there's the best part of all - meeting our readers! Still, at the end of the day it would be irresponsible of me to not inform newbies that a lot of planning goes into making your conference experience great for both you and your readers.

So, be prepared! Make sure you've got all the little goodies like pens and bookmarks, buttons, and free copies of your books. Bring plenty of business cards. WEAR FLATS (or at least bring a pair you can change into when your footsies get tired of trying to look fashionable). But above all else, PACE YOURSELF. Stay hydrated and eat regularly. And remember that the best part of going to a reader/writer conference for authors is getting the chance to meet your readers (although, yes, the free drinks are pretty cool too. :P). Seriously, though. Keep in mind the small, sometimes simple things (like staying hydrated - it can't be stressed enough), and leaving the crazy at home. That way you can play it cool at conference.

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Sep 24

야간 시간대를 활용해 추가적인 근무 기회를 찾는 분들에게 참고할 만한 내용이네요. 밤알바를 확인할 때에는 광고에 나온 조건만 밤알바 보지 말고 실제 업무와 급여 지급 기준을 사전에 문의하여 정확하게 확인하는 것이 필요해 보입니다.

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Sep 23

오랜 시간 컴퓨터를 사용한 날에는 목과 어깨가 쉽게 뻐근해져 휴식이 필요한데 이용하면 이동 부담 없이 관리할 수 있어 출장마사지 편리합니다. 일상적인 피로를 줄이고 편안한 시간을 보내는 데 도움이 되어 만족도가 높았습니다.

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Aug 24

낮 시간에 자유롭게 활동하면서 저녁에 근무하고 싶은 분들에게 여러 선택지를 알아볼 수 있다는 점이 좋습니다. 관련 정보를 꼼꼼히 살펴보면 근무 환경과 조건을 비교할 수 있어 자신의 밤알바 일정에 맞는 선택을 하는 데 도움이 될 것 같네요.

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Aug 22

안내가 명확하고 이용 과정이 편리해 좋은 경험을 할 수 있었습니다. 관련 내용을 확인하며 상품권매입 시간과 노력을 줄일 수 있는 방법이라는 점이 좋았고, 다양한 상황에서 활용 가치가 높은 서비스라고 생각합니다.

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Aug 21

바쁜 일상을 보내는 사람에게는 긴 이동 없이 휴식 시간을 마련할 수 있다는 점이 큰 장점으로 다가옵니다. 서비스는 원하는 출장마사지 이용할 수 있어 시간 활용이 편리합니다. 개인 일정에 맞춰 계획하기 쉽고 업무나 활동을 마친 뒤 바로 편안한 시간을 가질 수 있어 효율적인 자기관리와 휴식을 함께 원하는 분들에게 잘 맞는 방식입니다.

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