I just bought a ticket to a conference in 2028!
Are you making your own development a priority, or just waiting for the “right time” to invest in yourself? What opportunities are you missing because you hesitate to commit? What if the one new idea or connection that could change everything is waiting for you at the next event, but only if you show up? In this episode, I challenge you to treat your education and business development as non-negotiable and share personal strategies for always being present where possibilities happen.
Listen to this new 6-minute episode for motivation to lock in your growth, make yourself a priority, and discover why committing early matters more than you think.
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Summary:
In this episode, I dive into why I bought a ticket for a conference scheduled two years from now and what drives me to make early decisions when it comes to education and personal development. I talk about the importance of making learning a true priority in my business life, regardless of how many years I have been working in the industry or how many credentials I have earned. By purchasing tickets to events like the National Speakers Association Conference and the Global Speaking Summit well in advance, I am able to commit myself fully to attending and reaping the benefits of these unique experiences.
I detail how showing up at these conferences year after year often leads to unexpected rewards. It is not just about what happens in the sessions, but about who you meet in the hallways or at social gatherings. I share examples of opportunities that arose for me simply because I was present and invested in being part of the professional community. I also point out that some attendees could just as easily be speakers themselves, but they make the choice to be there and continue learning because they value ongoing growth.
Throughout the episode I encourage listeners to reflect on how they approach personal and business development. Are you putting these priorities first, even if it means committing well ahead of time? Or are you hesitating, waiting for a possible better offer or opportunity that might never come? I urge everyone to block their calendars, invest in themselves, and show up early to seize those vital new ideas and meaningful connections that only happen when you are truly present. The message is clear—your growth and success are worth planning for, and the time to invest is now.
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