Despite having a blog for over a year now, yesterday I manned up and went to my first ever blogging event. I’ve never really thought of myself as a worthy blogger prior to this – thinking that meet ups and workshops were only for the “real” bloggers. But since I announced to my husband here that I actually AM a real blogger, I guess my self image is changing and boy am I glad I finally got over my hang ups and went along.
The Hello Blogger Events Say Hello Workshop was an awesome showcase of Brisbane blogging talent. There will no doubt be some great posts written about the pearls of wisdom shared at the sessions; I certainly don’t feel I can do justice to the likes of Kelly @ Be a Fun Mum & Jacqui @ CRAP Mumma who spoke on developing content, revealing that following your passion and finding balance is the key to making your blog grow. I most definitely can not give a “fair and accurate account” of all the legal ins & outs bestowed on us by Stacey @ Veggie Mama or the advertising options highlighted by Maddie @ Li’l Magoolie .
However, I can unequivally say that these woman truly know their stuff. They are also amazingly approachable and generous with their time and knowledge. So were Danielle @ Five Little Reasons and Zoe @ Boys Mumma when it came to sharing tips on photography and Sass @ Moo Zoo Designs for giving us insight into the land of design.
Melissa @ Suger Coat It and Danielle @ Hello Owl did an amazing job organising the day. I learnt so much, asked LOTS of stupid questions and met a whole bunch of amazing people.
All that stress trying to produce blog biz cards even paid off because I won this gorgeous lucky door prize which was donated by Lisa @ Here I am Lou Lou
And we all scored some beaut freebies in our goodie parcel including a divine button brooch from Gillian @ Tessie Girl.
It was also just great to meet gorgeous fun loving like-minded bloggers like the gals from Our Life in Blog Form, Happy House Wifey & Wait Until Sunset.
This workshop was certainly the highlight of Wonderful Weekend! Thanks to everyone for making it an awesome day. I can’t wait until next time!
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PS I know there are lots of links in this post but do yourself a favour and check out some of the blogs you may have not heard of before. You won’t be disappointed.
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I saw some photos on Instagram from this event – looks like it was great. You’ll have to share some of your learnings with us soon x
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I’ll endeavour to share once I get my head around all that amazing info! It was kinda overwhelming. If you are interested though, Kelly from Be a Fun Mum has posted the main parts of her talk on content here http://kellyburstow.com/2012/03/facebook-and-blog-content/ It was a great session.
It was really cool meeting you yesterday, didn’t get to catch up again through the day. If you were worried about going with “your little blog” Imagine how I felt!
By the way I was right with you on that question about the tags, I thought that’s what they were for.
Great meeting you, too! And I’m so glad you said that about the tags – if the tech tip guy didn’t know it then I’m not as technologically challenged as I feared!!
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Sounds like it was a great day!
I was supposed to be in Brissie over the weekend, but had to cancel my plans last fortnight (story of my life at the moment!) I really wanted to attend. Hopefully I can make the next one
Amy @ MahliMoo recently posted..Pinterest Linky Love: The Cold and Flu Remedy Edition
Shame you couldn’t make it Amy. Hope to meet you at the next one
It was such a fab day!! So awesome to meet you! Can’t wait to catch up again xx
Olivia (waituntilthesunset) recently posted..OOTD: Fierce
Ditto – you owe me a coffee
So glad you had a great day. The Hello Blogger girls are just fab! hope to attend their next workshop
Beck @ The Rambling Mummy recently posted..Our Long Weekend
They certainly are Beck. Well worth it
It was great to meet you yesterday!! I’m glad you liked your flower brooch!!
Thanks Gillian! I’m totally stalking your blog for gorgeous stuff from here on in!
Hi Nee, was lovely to meet you yesterday and I’m glad you enjoyed yourself – so did I. It was my first event as well and I will definitely go to more.
I’m feeling super-motivated at the moment and keen for more!
Deb
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Great to meet you too! One fab offspin from this event was discovering some great new blogs (because I don’t follow enough already!)
I am so glad you had a great tima hun and it sounds like you learn a stack of good stuff too. Im like you I am really nervous about my little old blog at events but i have been astounded at just how friendly and down to earth everyone is at these events. good on you babe xx
Sonia Life Love Hiccups recently posted..The Day I Shot Gemma from My Big Nutshell and Walked Away a Free Woman.
Just another example of how much bloggers rock!
I am so sad i could not go but between 2 other conferences / retreats in March there was no time or money – hoping to glean some knowledge from anyone who attended! Love your door prize – lucky girl
Deb @ Home life simplified recently posted..Simplify your life {Week 11 – Kindness, Gratitude and Altruism}
We missed you! Hope to see you next time. PS Kelly from Be a Fun Mum has posted some of her content at http://kellyburstow.com/2012/03/facebook-and-blog-content/
I had such a good time at Hello Blogger. It was my first event too and I’d do another one tomorrow.
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It was great wasn’t it? I’m disappointed that I waited so long! Lovely to meet you
So glad the day was fantastic for you – I LOVE meeting up with other bloggers – see you at the next one!
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Thanks Nikki, I hope so!
It was lovely to finally meet you Nee and chat about the wacky world of parenting boys! Looking forward to catching up at the next one xx
Jacqui (CRAP Mamma) recently posted..Buying a new car – a ‘red one’ or a ‘safe one’?
Thanks Jac, lovely to meet you too! I really enjoyed your presentation. Thanks so much for sharing your wisdom x
I’m so glad you came and that you took some great stuff away with you. That makes me SO happy, it’s a bit ridiculous really.
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Aw thanks Sug. You guys did such an amazing job. Can’t wait for the next one xxx