The Conference Notebook

The Conference Notebook: An intentional, relationship-based approach to attending conferences and networking, is a guided conference planner and networking journal designed to help professionals prepare for, attend, and follow up after up to four conferences with clarity and purpose.
 
Created by award-winning authors Linda Ruggeri and Brittany Dowdle, this practical workbook walks you through an intentional, relationship-based approach to professional networking.
 
Through guided exercises, preparation checklists, reflection prompts, value assessments, and follow-up strategies, you’ll turn every conference into a strategic investment in your career or business. Whether you’re a publishing professional, creative entrepreneur, freelancer, or small-business owner, this conference preparation notebook helps you:
 
Set clear goals before you attend
Build meaningful connections during the event
Track key conversations and action steps
Follow up effectively afterward
 
Don’t leave your next conference with just a stack of business cards. Leave with a structured networking plan—and a growing professional community.