How to Attend a Conference Without Feeling Overwhelmed
Conferences can be excellent networking opportunities, but they can also be exhausting (утомительный) for introverts. Here’s how to set yourself up for success.
Focus on just one person– one of the biggest benefits of attending conferences is meeting others. But that doesn’t mean that you have to meet as many people as you possibly can. I learned that successful networking isn’t measured (измерять) in the sheer number of people you meet—it’s all about the connection.
Don’t stay at the conference hotel- feeling like you’re always “on” can be stressful, especially if you’re the type who needs plenty of downtime (время отдыха).
Build downtime into your schedule- you don’t have to attend every single event. Before you hit the conference, review the schedule. Take note of speakers and events that are most relevant to you, and then look for time you can take for yourself.
Find alternative ways to network- try to take part in social events, networking parties, or tweet any tidbits (интересная новость) from each talk.
