Category: Conference Preparation

  • Networking | blueridgeconference.com 5 Tips for Successful Networking

    by Bethany Jett, @BetJett There are two major networking opportunities at a writers conference. Sometimes we place a lot of emphasis on the faculty members, but I truly believe it’s crucial to get to know our fellow attendees. At my first writers conference, I listened as Eva Marie Everson introduced…

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  • Travel and packing | blueridgeconference.com Travel and Packing

    by Bethany Jett, @BetJett If you’re registered for the conference, it’s time to make travel arrangements and add our BRMCWC 2017 Packing list to your organization folder. If you haven't registered yet, don't worry...there is still time! It's great to be prepared, so this week’s Conference Prep Countdown is all about travel and…

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  • One Sheets | blueridgeconference.com How to Create One Sheets

    by Bethany Jett, @BetJett It’s time to dispel any fear, dread, or hesitation that arises when we talk about one sheets. The one sheet is a tool to help start the conversation between you and the editor or agent to whom you're pitching. It is not the end-all, be-all of…

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  • Guidelines for Attendee Books for Sale in the Bookstore

    The 2017 Blue Ridge Mountains Christian Writers Conference is coming up fast. And we're continuing our practice of allowing attendees to offer books for sale in our conference bookstore. This includes traditionally published books and self-published books. The fee for consignment books is 20% of the purchase price on each…

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  • Pitching 101, blueridgeconference.com Pitching 101

    by Bethany Jett, @BetJett At the Blue Ridge Conference, you’re guaranteed two fifteen-minute appointments with the agents and editors of your choice…probably the scariest fifteen minutes of your writers conference experience. It was for me. We want to help you prepare as best as humanly possible so you’ll feel confident…

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  • Conference Prep Countdown, BlueRidgeConference.com Create Fantastic Business Cards

    by Bethany Jett, @BetJett Last week we talked about getting organized before the writers conference. Today we’re deep-diving into business cards, perhaps one of the most essential items for networking. Let’s break down the essential components for your business card. 1. Your name While this is an obvious requirement, make your…

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