Last column I explored how conventions were a place where the silly and the serious, the fun and the professional, combined. It was where you could cut loose – and then the inspiration could be channeled. It was where panels … Continue reading
Last year I found out about California Extreme, an event in the Bay Area where people get together to show off, discuss, and of course to play old video games and pinball machines over the course of two days. This … Continue reading
Awhile ago I spoke at Con-Volution, a new convention in the Bay Area (we are blessed with cons out here) that was very practically focused. It had a lot of panels examining things in depth, talking specific skills, and getting … Continue reading
(For more Promoting Professional Geekery, see this Roundup of past columns.) Geek events are great for careers – they let you attend career events, network, etc. You know I’m a big backer of going progeek at conventions and more. I kind of … Continue reading
When doing research for my books, I’ve found the internet is a kind of necropolis of dead and inactive sites. Sure they’re out there, they’re visible, but nothing is happening, updates haven’t been made in years, no one is paying … Continue reading
At KinToki-Con I ran an event called "Crossover Mania." It was simple – over time people picked an anime (though any media was allowed – this was an anime con), and figured out how to tie it to another anime. … Continue reading
Networking is the key to success. I know, we hear it all the time. I say it all the time. We're all a bit sick of hearing it really, especially those of us that feel guilty that we don't network … Continue reading
The round-up of convention ideas can be found here. When you want guests and events its easy to focus on the professional side of things: professional fans, professional groups, professional lecturers. Keep in mind that many of your attendees with … Continue reading
The round up of convention ideas is here. Below is a giant list of ideas for panels you can suggest or even do at your own convention to encourage people to use their hobbies in their jobs. Feel free to … Continue reading
A roundup of other convention ideas is here. You've gone to many a fannish convention, event, etc. There's ALWAYS tables of stuff there, from flyers for other conventions, advertisements for service,s and even giveaway/white elephant tables. So if you're working … Continue reading