Refueling

Last week I shared with one of my professional colleagues that I would be gone for a few days, not on vacation I offered, but for refueling. So now I'm home. Re-energized. Recharged. Refueled. Networked. New friends. Faces to names. Invigorated. And challenged to take it to the next level.

Still processing, sorting, and filtering all that I've crammed into my brain (or my carry-on). New words, interesting ideas, handouts, notebooks, business cards, door prizes, and yes, even a crumpled $100 Grand candy-bar wrapper I forgot to toss. Actually, I think I'll keep it as a souvenir.

Anyway, ready to get back to it tomorrow. Affirmed. And grateful for such a special opportunity to collaborate and connect. And truly appreciative of the people who take time, and make time, to orchestrate such wonderful learning experiences. Bottom line is this -- should you have a chance to attend a national conference or an industry-related convention this year, I'd encourage you to give it some serious thought and GO! I'm really glad I did!

Comments

[Karen P. Katz]

You're so right to confirm the value of the CMI Conference, Billie. KUDOS to those who put so much time into planning activities and programs that will refresh our spirits and retool our services.

The willingness of so many entrepreneurs to openly share ideas and strategies that have proven to be successful may be more special than we know.

Indeed, I think it is a function of an industry that is dominated by women, who seem to share and play well with others better than their counterparts in male-dominated industries. During my Discovery Toys days, I experienced a similar willingness to give to get, and a balanced view of the need to share the pie.

Thanks to Wendy, Betsy and Bonnie, and to so many Career Hub bloggers, including Louise Kursmark, Deb Dib, Barbara Safani, Pat Schuler, Wendy Terwelp, and you, Billie Sucher.

[Deb Dib]

Glad you enjoyed the CMI conference, Billie and Karen. It was great to meet both of you! I remember when my husband first attended one of our professional career-industry conferences. He said, in amazement, "Wow, what you are all sharing so freely would be considered competitive intelligence anywhere else!" The beauty of our business is that we all "do well by doing good" and sharing best practices, leading edge trends, and a deep camaraderie!