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The SC Conference 2018 promises to be the perfect balance of learning, networking, and most importantly, doing<\/em>! After all we've all left conferences before with a\u00a0huge to-do lists, but no time to actually do #allthethings. And the last thing the gals at Style Collective want to do is keep you hanging…<\/p>\n The conference will give you the opportunity to make new friends; define a clear purpose for your blog and\/or social media accounts; help you discover new ways of connecting with others through audio and video; and give you the power to create a distinct vision for your voice and brand. Talks with industry elites aim to help you in connecting with your readers – and marketers and brands – along with how to plan out an entire year's worth of content.\u00a0<\/em><\/p>\n At the end of the weekend Style Collective wants you to leave Raleigh feeling inspired but, most importantly, with the drive to collaborate, practice new blogging-related skills, and kick some serious blogging butt!<\/p>\n Everything included in the classic package, PLUS…<\/p>\n You know with that many #bossbabes around it's going to be an awesome weekend, but here's exactly what you'll be getting up to if your choose to attend SC Conference 2018…<\/span><\/p>\n Get to know your SC sisters and trade Instagram handles while fueling up with local coffee for Saturday\u2019s amazing panels and workshops!<\/em><\/p>\n Listen and learn while our panel of expert influencers share their tips and tricks for standing out from the influencer crowd.<\/em><\/p>\n Rendezvous with your SC sisters at the hotel and head out for a bite of dinner and a taste of the Raleigh nightlife!<\/em><\/p>\n 8:00pm-10:<\/strong>00pm:\u00a0<\/strong>VIP cocktail party to network and celebrate with Annie Spano and select conference speakers at the Cannon Room. There will also be a Kendra Scott pop-up color bar and 20% of proceeds will be donated to the foundation for women\u2019s cancer.<\/p>\n Don\u2019t worry \u2013 you can store your luggage at the Cannon Room.<\/em><\/p>\n Get to know your SC sisters and trade Instagram handles while fueling up with local coffee for Sunday\u2019s amazing panels and workshops!<\/em><\/p>\n Get tips and insight on working with brands right from the source \u2013 a panel of expert brands who regularly work with influencers just like you!<\/em><\/p>\n Annie delivers some inspiring words to carry with you on the journey home, where you can finally put your new knowledge and skills into action!<\/em><\/p>\n Jokes aside, we all know how important networking is for our blogs and brands in 2018. While we are aware there is a cost for attending a conference, it's one of the best investments you can make in your blogging business.<\/p>\n Plus, they're loads of fun and super informative. So if you don't have anything going on on April 14 and 15 (and can make it to Raleigh), consider checking out SC Conference 2018.<\/p>\n Update<\/strong><\/p>\n Missed the SC Conference 2018 last weekend? IFB's Contributor Jamie Madden gives a rundown of what went down in Raleigh, at Style Collective's first conference.<\/em><\/p>\n Empowered, uplifted, energized, confident and inspired.<\/p>\n That is how I felt leaving last Sunday\u00a0evening after the two full days of the Style Collective Conference 2018<\/a>. Before Day One was over, I decided I was ready to come back next year! Both days were full of panels and workshops that left us all ready to tackle our businesses as soon as we got home.<\/p>\n The first day of the conference started with a heartfelt and slightly teary-eyed welcome speech from founder Annie Spano. I know I was fighting back the tears hearing the joy and pride she has for this achievement. Next, we had our influencer panel consisting of three amazing boss babes: Keke O, Holly Boyd<\/a> and Courtney Inkpen.<\/p>\n The panel discussed everything from finding your niche to how to break into the influencer world. They also talked about what and what not to do when it comes to working with brands. I took away three key things from the panel: The first was to think about why I started-what was my purpose for embarking on this journey. Secondly, I need to be personal and be myself. Finally, always remember it's a journey, not a destination.<\/p>\n After a short break, we sat down for our first workshop: Build Your Brand and Discover Your Authentic Self<\/em>. This class was taught by Annie Spano<\/a> herself.<\/p>\n We reviewed everything from what is a brand, to the requirements needed for a strong band (there are 4 by the way), as well as how to discover what are your values. We finished by building our mission and vision statements and finding what is our true purpose.<\/p>\n Through these activities, I was able to dig deeper into the reason why I wanted to start blogging. I looked at all the moments in my life that led me to this point and have shaped me into the person I am now. I discovered that my mission is to bring about the knowledge that, no matter what, you ARE worthy and deserve nothing less than the best. Believing\u00a0that everyone, no matter the size, has the right to feel amazing. I foresee a world where there is no more “plus size” just clothing and I envision young women and girls loving themselves and each other.<\/p>\n After lunch, we ended the day with another workshop on content planning and how to write an emotional headline. We actually planned content out for the rest of the year! We worked on setting our goals and figured out who our audience was.<\/p>\n At the end of the workshop, we started to tackle the rest of the year with content. Feeling so empowered after the first workshop, I knew I wanted my blog to get more personal and tell more of a story. Finally, we looked at ways to beef up our headlines to get more of an emotional response from readers and of course, clicks!<\/p>\n When I said I was ready for next year after the end of the day, I wasn\u2019t exaggerating. There was much going on in my head. I had so many ideas rolling around with topics and posts I wanted to try. It had been a while since I felt this excited, inspired and empowered about my passion.<\/p>\n Day two was just as full as day one, with a brand panel in the morning followed my two amazing workshops.<\/p>\n The panel was made up of: Angel Bailey from Beam Collective, as well as Sarah Butler McKinney<\/a>, and Jordan Blackwood of Kendra Scott. They talked about the best ways an influencer should\u00a0approach a brand to work with them, the expectations of both parties, and things you should include when pitching a brand.<\/p>\n I loved the fact the panelists were open and eager to the idea of the influencers pitching a creative idea to them. So don\u2019t be shy if you have an idea for partnership with a brand you love!<\/p>\n One of my biggest takeaways was that the brands are looking for information. They want their influencers to be aware of their metrics and stats so they know that the partnership will be beneficial for them as well.<\/p>\nClassic Ticket: $499<\/h3>\n
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<\/div>\nSchedule For The SC Conference '18 Weekend<\/h2>\n
Saturday, April 14<\/h3>\n
7:00am-9:00am: Breakfast at the\u00a0hotel<\/a>\u00a0with your fellow bossbabes!<\/strong><\/h4>\n
8:00am-9:00am: Conference Check-in at Cannon Room<\/strong><\/h4>\n
9:00am-9:30am: Opening Keynote with Style Collective Founder and CEO, Annie Spano<\/strong><\/h4>\n
9:30am-10:00am: Speed Networking and Coffee Break!<\/strong><\/h4>\n
10:00am-11:00am:<\/strong> Influencer Panel, moderated by AdrinaRose, featuring Holly Boyd and others to be announced soon!<\/strong><\/h4>\n
11:00am-12:15pm: Group photos and De\u2019Ana Fierce will be directing poses at our #SCSister photo booth<\/strong><\/h4>\n
12:30pm-2:30pm Lunch and Learn: Build Your Brand and Discover Your Authentic Leadership Workshop with Annie Spano<\/strong><\/h4>\n
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2:45pm-4:15pm: 2018 Content Planning and Writing Emotional Headlines That Convert Workshop with Jessie Undorfer<\/strong><\/h4>\n
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4:15pm-4:30pm: Closing Remarks<\/strong><\/h4>\n
4:30pm: Dinner on the Town<\/strong><\/h4>\n
Sunday, April 15<\/h3>\n
7:00am-9:15am: Breakfast at\u00a0hotel<\/a>\u00a0and checkout.<\/strong><\/h4>\n
9:15am-9:30am: Opening Remarks by Style Collective Founder and CEO, Annie Spano<\/strong><\/h4>\n
9:30am-10:00am: Speed Networking and Coffee Break!<\/strong><\/h4>\n
10:00am-11:00am: Brand Panel, moderated by AdrinaRose, featuring Sarah-Butler McKinney from Kendra Scott and others to be announced soon!<\/strong><\/h4>\n
11:00am-12:15pm: Group photos and De\u2019Ana Fierce will be directing poses at our #SCSister photo booth<\/strong><\/h4>\n
12:30pm-2:00pm Lunch & Learn:\u00a0<\/strong>Media Exposure, Brand Deals, and Leveling-Up Workshop with Amanda Berlin and Annie Spano<\/strong><\/h4>\n
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2:15pm-4:00pm: Ready to Launch: Podcasting and Making it to the Top 10 Workshop with Courtney Bentley and Annie Spano<\/strong><\/h4>\n
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4:00pm-4:30pm: Closing Keynote with Annie Spano<\/strong><\/h4>\n
4:30pm: Wrap-Up Activities and Dinner \u2013 and don\u2019t miss your flight!<\/strong><\/h4>\n
Why You Should Attend SC Conference 2018<\/h2>\n
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<\/p>\nContent Planning and Writing Emotional Headlines That Convert Workshop<\/h2>\n
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Media Exposure Brand Deals and Leveling-Up Workshop<\/h2>\n
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