Looking for simple strategies for NSPRA 2018 success?
In this article, you’ll discover simple tips to get the most out of NSPRA 2018 in Anaheim, California.
NSPRA is different for everyone, but I still feel there are some general things you can do to get the most from the conference.
Here are my seven tips to have a successful NSPRA 2018… Disney Style!!!
6 Tips for NSPRA 2018: MICKEY
M – Make Your Arrival Known
Before you do anything, you have to let everyone know you are here. When you land at the Orange County Airport or cross the California border in your car, take a moment to snap a pic and post it to your social media accounts.
I know “selfies” might be over-used, but do one anyway. Taking a picture of yourself tells everyone that you are in the building and it gives everyone an opportunity to put a face to your name.
Who knows? They might even recognize an article of clothing you are wearing in the pic and make an effort to say hello when you check in. Make sure to use the official NSPRA hashtag #NSPRA2018 for better exposure.
I – Introduce Yourself
Make sure you approach presenters after their sessions. If you attend a session that really aligns with your district strategy or you felt was just plain awesome, let the presenters know. They could have much more information after their session that they did not have time to go over in their allotted time.
Make a contact, and have them send you their slides or additional information that will help you implement new campaigns or strategies.
C – Challenge Yourself
Challenge yourself to breakaway from your tribe. There are so many great minds at this year’s conference; you really need to challenge yourself to find them. Talk to everyone. Make a connection each day you attend.
Some of your best sessions will be the ones where you are sitting in the hotel lobby sipping on Starbucks coffee. Make an effort to talk with a fellow School PR friend.
K – Kick You Social into Gear
To get the most out of your time at NSPRA 2018, you need to be in the social media loop. Follow the important hashtags on Twitter: #schoolPR and #NSPRA2018.
Make sure to like NSPRA’s Facebook page and Twitter account. They will be posting valuable content from presenters and presentations. And most importantly, interact with fellow conference goers. Learn from their insights.
Here are some other social media ideas you can do during the conference:
- Live Tweet a Presentation
- Facebook Live a Group Discussion
- Interview a School PR Professional
- Gather Your Colleagues for a Instagram Live Roundtable
- Follow Five Fellow PR Professionals a Day
E – Energize Yourself
It is amazing how fun can energize your spirit. Take advantage of the extracurricular activities in Anaheim. Many school communications companies are having parties. Find them. Have fun.
Grab lunch or dinner with fellow conference goers. Make some friends and enjoy your time together.
Y – Your Conference
Make it a goal to take a strategy from each session you attend and make it your own. It is not stealing… it is creative peer collaboration. Find that one golden nugget that will help you transform one of your district’s communication goals from good to great.
Conclusion
Now go forth and conquer Chicago and NSPRA 2018! The power is in your hands. Make you school district proud!
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