Should You Budget for Networking and Conferences | EP 442

Should You Budget for Networking and Conferences

1. We just got back from WordCamp US! 00:23
   • If you’ve heard any of our recent episodes, you know what we’re going to say.
   • You definitely should budget for networking and conferences! We see a lot of value in meeting with the WordPress community in person.
2. So how do determine which events are best for your business? 01:52
   • It depends on what you do. If you build sites for a specific niche, then that can determine which conferences you want to go to. Look at the upcoming WordPress events and see which ones relate most to you and your business.
   • WordCamps are all posted on WordPress.tv, which makes these events excellent for networking. You can networking now and catch up on the content that you miss later.
   • We will be speaking at WordCamp Phoenix in February. Come out and say hi!
3. The benefits of making in person connections at these conferences 03:09
   • You can make new friends, find partnerships, find mentors, and so many more other opportunities.

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