Get ‘em while they’re almost 50% off – only through March 15!BlogWorld New Media Expo 2011 in New York City tickets just went on sale. You’ll pay only $695 instead of $1295 for an all access pass. There’s a reason I’ve attended every single BlogWorld ever: this is the very best all-around event for anyone in the social media marketing industry. Why? Three reasons: content, connections and catalysts.
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I’m going to BlogWorld Expo – for the fourth time – and wow, it would be really cool if you were, too. Even better? You can save 15% . And then the price goes up, up, up. If you’re thinking of going, register right now.
Wondering if BlogWorld Expo is right for you? Let’s talk. Leave a message in the comment box, on twitter @wiredprworks, via email at corywestmedia @gmail.com or call/text me at 630.207.7530. BlogWorld Expo is the world’s largest social media conference. If you’re looking for an intense, intimate small group experience, this isn’t it. If you don’t like Vegas, you may like knowing that the conference takes place at one property. It’s a big deal in terms of information, connections and entertainment. And, it’s a must-attend event on my conference list.
Let’s get this straight right up front: the links in this post go to my affiliate site.
The 2010 BlogWorld & New Media Expo will take place at the Mandalay Bay Convention Center, beginning with the exclusive Social Media Business Summit (TM) conference on October 14th and continuing with the BlogWorld & New Media Expo and Conference October 15th-16th.
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Ever wished you could be famous but didn’t think you could be a noted celebrity actor, thinker or speaker? In this article, originally published in 2007, you’ll discover eight ways to share star power with the celebrity rub-off effect.
Will you be at BlogWorld Expo? Let me know so I can get a picture with you!
1. Choose Credible Celebrities
Make a list of people you’d like to meet or celebrities you’d like to be associated with. Think about leaders, speakers, products and even objects like cars that have the knowledge, image, power or credentials to give you more credibility with your audience.
2. Take a Picture
Bring your camera along with you to conferences, book signings, association lunches and special events. Find someone to snap a quick shot of you and your celebrity – after asking for their permission and telling them how you plan to use the image. Also offer to email a copy to them and the event host for use in their own promotional publications.
3 Write a Few Words
Send your celebrity a testimonial about how they changed your life or work. Track your celebrity online and in the news and then respond with a comment that relates your experiences.
4. Become a Student – Even for an Hour
Getting close to a celebrity thinker for an intimate conversation is empowering and enlightening. Most successful people enjoy mentoring students and will promote your success along with their own.
5. Read Their Book
Can’t get close to a best-selling author? Quoting them or referencing their work in a recommended reading list lets your audience know you value and follow their thinking.
6. Reference Relevant Videos
For the original article, I recorded a video with Jenna Fischer from The Office and Blades of Glory. But, she’s also Wired Magazine’s April 2007 cover girl. The video talks about “Radical Transparency,” a concept covered in the issue, which I tie into my Panoramic PR course. Today, you get to watch two videos, both embedded in the post, that feature Dick Van Dyke and Bobby Short. I did get to meet Bobby Short, once, when he was signing CDs at Neiman-Marcus. It took all my courage to go up and introduce my self as a someone from his hometown. It turned out he still owned the house he grew up in – a few blocks away from ours. I haven’t met Dick Van Dyke, but my father knew his father.
7. Interview Industry Celebrities
Round up the top 10 in the business and invite them to be speakers in a virtual event as I did with Ultimate PR Secrets. This direct connection immediately aligns you with leading authorities and opens new doors for collaborative projects. It’s really easy to talk to people at conference, but why not start conversing on Facebook, twitter or LinkedIn before you get there?
8. Express Your Opinion
What do you think about what they’re doing? For this one, you can comment on anyone, as long as your comments tie into your values and offer relevant insights. Be cautious about alienating people if you feel really strongly about an issue, but remember that it’s okay to take a stand.
Dick Van Dyke Show Video
Bobby Short Video
How about you?
How do you tie celebrity news and interviews into your public relations and social media marketing?
I’m going to BlogWorld Expo – for the fourth time – and wow, it would be really cool if you were, too. Even better? You can save 25% from now until September 16. And then the price goes up, up, up. If you’re thinking of going, head on over now to the Blog World Expo Discount Last Call.
Wondering if BlogWorld Expo is right for you? Let’s talk. Leave a message in the comment box, on twitter @wiredprworks, via email at corywestmedia @gmail.com or call/text me at 630.207.7530. BlogWorld Expo is the world’s largest social media conference. If you’re looking for an intense, intimate small group experience, this isn’t it. If you don’t like Vegas, you may like knowing that the conference takes place at one property. It’s a big deal in terms of information, connections and entertainment. And, it’s a must-attend event on my conference list.
Let’s get this straight right up front: the links in this post go to my affiliate site.
The 2010 BlogWorld & New Media Expo will take place at the Mandalay Bay Convention Center, beginning with the exclusive Social Media Business Summit (TM) conference on October 14th and continuing with the BlogWorld & New Media Expo and Conference October 15th-16th.
Are you going to BlogWorld Expo? Let me know. I’d love to see you there!
Full Disclosure: Clicking on the links in this post and on banners in this site will lead the browser to my affiliate site. If you buy a product or register for an event after clicking, the company will register the sale to my account and I will receive a commission in exchange for promoting or mentioning the program. If you make a purchase through this site, let me know so I can thank you personally.
Image: Eiffel Tower in Las Vegas from the 2009 BlogWorld Expo collection copyright 2010 by Barbara Rozgonyi for thesociallens.com.
Congratulations goes out to BlogWorld New Media Expo founder Rick Calvert and his partners Libby Durfee and Dave Cynkin along with Tim Bourquin, founder of New Media Expo. Although I’ve never been to New Media Expo, I’ve heard good things about it. I have been to BlogWorld – twice, once as Rick’s guest. As the winner of a LinkedIn contest with a post on how to become a subject matter expert, my prize was free registration and hotel for the first BlogWorld ever.
Telling my friends and family I was going to Las Vegas for a blogging conference was amusing. “Can’t you all just talk to each other in your comment boxes?” one friend asked. Well, yes we can and we do, but meeting each other in person is so much better. But, if you’ve ever been to a blogging conference [or even a local social media tweet up or event] you already know that don’t you?
Reserve Space and Budget Now
It seems a bit early to promote something that’s so far away, doesn’t it? But, 2009 calendars fill fast and budgets get appropriated quickly. So save so time and money for yourself and allocate it to BlogWorld. This is a well-priced, well-run conference that will entertain you, inspire you and motivate you to optimize your organization all-around.