The second part of my

"CRAVE Your Conference Goals!" program is how to apply the five CRAVE steps. Here are some examples.

Clean out the Clutter. Clutter distracts and confuses us and drains our energy. It gets in the way of our goals and keeps us from doing what matters most. Look at that long list of conference goals, take a deep breath and choose just three to focus on. Once you accomplish those goals, chose another three.

 

Raise Your Energy. While it hasn't been medically proven yet, there seems to be something akin to a "conference hangover." You may feel a little achy and your voice is hoarse after a few days of seemingly non-stop learning, networking and socializing. Add to that the strain of traveling and being away from home. If you can, take a day or so to refresh so you'll have the energy and clarity to pursue your goals.

 

Affirm Success. You may feel overwhelmed by what you want to accomplish and you're also catching up with work and home responsibilities. You've got a lot going on and you might start hearing yourself say, "I'll never get it all done!" That's the time to flip that message to a positive one like, "I have more than enough time and energy to get the important things done today." This affirmation, repeatedly said with conviction, will reduce your stress, build your confidence, and prompt you to delegate and delete some of the items. By the end of the day, the important things will get done.

 

Visualize. Your subconscious mind believes everything you show it and seeks out opportunities to prove that it's true. Accelerate your success by creating a vision board that depicts what you want to manifest, from developing a mentoring relationship and increasing sales to enjoying a much-needed vacation. Consider creating a vision board with your team or family.

 

Express Thanks. You're able to attend conferences because of the support system you have back home and at your office. When you express thanks to those people, whether verbally or (extra points!) through a handwritten note, you let them know you appreciate their help and hopefully ensure they will continue to support you.  

What of the five CRAVE steps will you put into action to help you accomplish your conference goals? Share your wisdom on my Facebook Page or reply back to me. I love hearing from you!