Kerry Beck
It's unbelievable that people from all over the world
attend an Online Marketing Workshop, hoping to improve
their own small businesses.
Ever wondered why these people would leave the comfort of
their own homes, as well as their families to cram into a
meeting room with a bunch of strangers for two full days?
The answer...
They know they don't have all the answers and they also
realize the benefits of attending a small business workshop.
Let me share with you 3 reasons you should attend a small
business workshop for online marketing in your area,
perhaps Dallas, Fort Worth or another city in Texas.
1. Dynamic Content
When I attend a well-organized workshop or seminar, I am
astonished at the amount of content the speakers give in
their talks. Last weekend, I came home with a notebook full
of ideas and notes that I could implement immediately.
Many speakers freely share their online marketing strategy
at business seminars. Since the speakers are entrepreneurs
themselves, they know what the attendees need to start a
small business or take their small business to the next
level.
2. Contacts You Won't Make With E-Mail or the Phone
It is amazing to me how a weekend conference allows small
business owners to network and find others to make joint
ventures. When I eat lunch with other entrepreneurs, I
usually always walk away with a new tip or a partner for a
new project.
Just last weekend at lunch, I found a new way to promote a
conference I am hosting and my husband found a partner for
his new project. Networking is definitely a bonus when you
attend business conferences.
When you rub shoulders with other entrepreneurs and small
business owners, you make friends and contacts with people
that “get it”. Too often, those in the 9-5 job arena just
don't understand the benefits you receive when you have
your own business and they surely don't understand the
freedom and control you gain when you are your own boss.
Attending a small business workshop allows you time with
others that do “get it”.
3. Incredible Access to World-Renowned Speakers
Think about how difficult it would be to call a nationally
known speaker and visit with him about your small business.
These speakers freely share the strategy that made them
successful in the first place.
Most speakers spend the break time in the hallway so you
have full access to them and their knowledge. No more
waiting for a returned phone call or e-mail. Just walk on
up to them and ask your questions.
Bonus Tip: Attend a Small Business Workshop on Uncle Sam's Money
Most business workshops, seminars and conferences are tax-
deductible. You will need to check with your CPA, but I
suspect you can write-off your small business workshop as a
tax deduction. Hey, what a great way to travel the country
and improve your bottom line, all on Uncle Sam's tab.
Why get second hand information when you can attend a LIVE
event with these experts and ask your own pertinent
questions? Start looking for a small business workshop
nearby…check the major cities - Dallas, Atlanta, Los
Angeles or Fort Worth. You ought to find a workshop just
for you, one that provides a plan and online strategy for
your own business. Who knows, you might even find a low-
cost seminar nearby.
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Kerry Beck produces workshops, seminars and conferences
for small business owners. To receive your free audio interview
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Sincerely,
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