tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4019443366936461483.post3984431544070183770..comments2023-10-02T02:02:23.511+10:00Comments on Genealogy Leftovers: Genealogy Conferences - Delivering the ContentJudy Websterhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/09730547717403140047noreply@blogger.comBlogger5125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4019443366936461483.post-76697645766953143082014-11-25T06:36:45.586+10:002014-11-25T06:36:45.586+10:00There are actually some valid points in this comme...There are actually some valid points in this comment that I deleted. (Maybe I was too hasty, but it was from a Joseph Smith with a 'blank' profile on Google, and it contained a link to a commercial non-genealogy site). I quote: "In an age when event budgets are being cut and broadband Internet access is rising, webinars are becoming increasingly popular. Webinars are web-based seminars, that usually include over 30 participants and are used to conduct presentations, workshops, lectures and large-scale meetings. Since webinars are held online, they allow companies to save money on travel, catering and venues, all of which are costs commonly associated with face-to-face seminars. However, due to their large attendance, webinars need careful planning in order to be successful. This is why those planning on video conferencing need to take their time to ensure that they properly go through all the necessary steps which will ensure the webinar's success."Judy Websterhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/09730547717403140047noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4019443366936461483.post-75288772742312817882013-05-29T10:34:45.779+10:002013-05-29T10:34:45.779+10:00I forgot to mention pre-conference publicity. Whet...I forgot to mention <b>pre-conference publicity.</b> Whether the conference or seminar is large or small, speakers are usually asked to provide a photograph and 'speaker profile' for the organisers to use in brochures, media releases etc. I also help by publicising the event myself:<br /><br />1. My accounting software lets me generate a list of clients who have an email address and a particular postcode (in other words, a list of local people who may be interested in the talk). I use a 'template' email but I often personalise each message by adding 'Dear Joe' or whatever.<br /><br />2. I put the details on <a href="http://www.judywebster.com.au/talks.html" rel="nofollow">my 'Talks' web page</a>.<br /><br />3. I mention the event on Facebook, Twitter and whichever of my blogs is appropriate (usually 'Queensland Genealogy' and 'Updates Genie').<br /><br />4. I put brief details and a link to my 'Talks' page in a message to appropriate Rootsweb genealogy mailing lists, including AUS-GEN-EVENTS.<br /><br />Everyone agrees that speaking can be very tiring. Some presenters enjoy being 'wined, dined and shown the sights', but the organisers should discuss this with the speaker in advance. Those who work full-time (and are spending their only days off travelling to and presenting the seminar) may prefer a quiet dinner and an early night. 'Coffee after the seminar' is often a good way for the speaker and organisers to get to know each other better.Judy Websterhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/09730547717403140047noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4019443366936461483.post-73434106593156230352011-05-05T13:29:25.141+10:002011-05-05T13:29:25.141+10:00You are so right about the preparation time. I agr...You are so right about the preparation time. I agree with Thomas MacEntee's estimate of 30 hours to prepare a one-hour talk.Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4019443366936461483.post-42491886797489880782011-05-05T09:30:41.293+10:002011-05-05T09:30:41.293+10:00Yes Joan, go for it! Email me in advance and I'...Yes Joan, go for it! Email me in advance and I'll give you some hints on which libraries to approach. :-)Judy Websterhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/02331380147873608965noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4019443366936461483.post-8675794875047475402011-05-05T09:12:33.533+10:002011-05-05T09:12:33.533+10:00What a great idea to talk your way up the Queensla...What a great idea to talk your way up the Queensland coast! Hmm...wonder if I should do that on the next trip to Australia :)<br /><br />Thanks for sharing your experiences.Joan Miller (Luxegen)http://www.luxegen.canoreply@blogger.com