Key Objectives (fill in your top 3 objectives for the 2024 conference)
- Objective 1
- Objective 2
- Objective 3
Before the Conference
- Access the First Time Attendee Forum and ask questions.
- Ask questions about which sessions you are interested in attending.
- There will be a PD Counselor monitoring the First Time Attendee Forum to answer questions and offer guidance.
- Write a list of any questions you'd like answered in the sessions you've chosen.
- Create a plan for note taking (Word document, OneNote, pen and paper, etc.)
- Make sure you understand how to navigate the conference location (where to go, where to check in, how to get to the session you want, etc.)
- Note the hashtag, follow @Apra_HQ on Twitter, and get involved in the conversation on social media (Twitter, LinkedIn, Facebook, etc.)
During the Conference
- Attend the First Time Attendee Event where a panel of PD professionals will speak on a variety of topics and answer questions.
- Set your email auto response, log out of your inbox, instant messenger, etc. and turn off notifications to minimize distractions and be fully present at the conference.
- If you bring a laptop, test your technology (internet connection, speakers, platform access).
- Take notes, ask questions, participate in session chats/Q&As, complete session evaluations and engage in conversations on social media.
- Connect with new colleagues on social media, particularly LinkedIn and in the First Time Attendee Forum.
- Check out the vendors to see which services might make your professional life easier.
- Reflect on your notes at the end of each day to see how what you've learned relates to your key objectives.
After the Conference
- Reflect on the experience with the PD Counselor Program, including key takeaways, remaining questions, and an action plan for prioritizing, sharing, and acting on what you've learned.
- Access recordings/slides of any sessions you wanted to attend but missed and schedule time on your calendar to view them.
- Review social media for others' key takeaways by searching the hashtag.
- Take the post-experience surveys for the conference and for the PD Counselor Program and follow up with your favorite vendors for free demos of their products.
- Join the Exchagnge and continue the conversation.
- Check out aprahome.org to peruse Apra University, the Body of Knowledge and upcoming events for more learning opportunities.
- Volunteer with Apra to build your resume, serve your profession, hone your skills, network with colleagues and have fun!
Questions?
Contact Apra Headquarters at info@aprahome.org.