Money Lab I Failed At Attending a Conference
Nov 7, 2025
Matt shares his reflections on attending a recent conference, admitting to feeling unprepared and lost among the sprawling layout. Casual networking proved valuable, but he missed key opportunities due to poor planning and logistics. Evenings at the hotel turned out to be the highlight, fostering deeper connections. He critiques the overwhelming focus on AI discussions and considers the impact of venue size on the experience. Ultimately, he contemplates future conferences that align better with his current projects and emphasizes the importance of being purposeful and staying nearby.
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Value Of Casual Conversations
- Matt loved being around like-minded creators and found casual conversations most valuable.
- Those informal exchanges often spark actionable ideas or mutual help for businesses.
Showing Up Without A Plan
- Matt went to FinCon as an unprepared attendee and felt overlooked compared to speakers.
- He preferred people to approach him, but without a speaking slot few new people initiated conversation.
Stay At The Conference Hotel
- Stay at the conference hotel to maximize spontaneous meetups and minimize transit friction.
- Avoid staying far away where commuting forces you to carry gear and miss morning events.