I remember ‘virtually’ attending my first blogging conference in 2011. I religiously followed along on twitter while Lucky FABB was happening hundreds of miles away. I would follow along on social media and even tweeting out questions to brands, speakers, and other attendees trying not to miss any tidbits about networking and reaching out to brands. The next year, they had a live feed, so you bet I listened in with headphones while attempting multi-tasking at my job at the time. I recently stumbled from my notes from all those years ago about how to start looking into analytics and realizing that I could make my blog into a business – who would have thought?!
When Kat and Sarah first approached me to join the Go Blog Social team almost three years ago, I didn’t hesitate when I said, “Yes!”. The thought of bringing to the Midwest what bloggers so readily had access to on both coasts was the ideal. It’s safe to say that three years and countless GBS conferences later, I can still stand by that.
There is still so much to cover as the blogging world continues to evolve and grow. When I first started blogging in 2010, it was as if ‘blogging’ was a dirty word. Now it’s a full-fledged business field, we, as bloggers are now making names for themselves, starting businesses, and becoming entrepreneurs. Sometimes, it’s starts with simply attending a social media conference.
If you aren’t a blogger, GBS is still the place for you. Whether you want to start a blog, podcast, your own small business, we cater to all aspiring social media lovers and entrepreneurs. Attending conferences like Go Blog Social, gives you access to network with other like-minded individuals, brands and potential sponsors. You’ll learn from others what’s worked and what hasn’t, new ideas of how to pitch your blog and brand, and maybe other avenues to try. You just have to take the first step of putting yourself out there and attending events like this!
That’s why I want to give two people the opportunity to attend our conference with a chance to win a ticket to this year’s Chicago GBS Pop-Up Conference!
Mark your calendar for Saturday, October 31. To help you attend a blog conference I am running a short giveaway for 2 Go Blog Social Chicago tickets for you and a friend ($300 value).
Enter the form below for your chance to win.
Not feeling lucky? No worries, I’m still thankful you read this post so here is a deal for you! Use code “FRIENDS” to score $50 off your ticket purchase. Head here to get your ticket. I can’t wait to spend Halloween day with you (PS. Did you see on Instagram what I’ll be wearing that night? #HocusPocus)!
*Prize must be used for Chicago conference, October 31, 2015. Entries must be received by October 13, 2015.
I was literally just in Chicago, two days ago. BUT, I would go back for the GBS workshop. I always take away so much information + inspiration from these events. In addition, to meeting a lot of amazing like-minded people. I could make the 5.5 hour drive again :)
I’ve recently started blogging after I started getting more followers on Instagram (@happinessglass_ttc). My focus is targeting infertility, currently, but I plan to branch out to positing about being a doctor’s wife (ahem, a resident’s wife, rather), and being a fitness instructor -I’d like to focus on fitness as well. My goal is to learn more about the blogging world and gain knowledge for a well developed concept for my vision.
It has been two years since I’ve been to a blogging conference and I’m in serious withdrawal! I can not speak enough to the motivating power of being with other bloggers, aka My People. It doesn’t matter if you’re in the same niche or on the same platform, there’s a kinship unlike any other. While chatting online is fun, there’s a special energy that happens when bloggers get together, it’s truly magical. That is why I’d love to win a ticket to GBSxCHI.
Ok, I just reread what I wrote and while I may sound like a lunatic, I stand by every word.
I’ve been blogging for 4 years, consistently for almost 2. I’ve only attended a couple of conferences, but whenever I do, I come out of it inspired and with a whole new love for the blogging community. Attending this conference would be so much fun & I’d love to attend.
I am seriously considering getting into the world of blogging… I haven’t started yet. I need a “life re-invention” and I feel like this day of motivation could fill me up with all kinds of great knowledge to get started!